ADVICE FOR YOUR FIRST GAY DATE
Everybody has been there once.
You are currently what we refer to as a "baby dyke" or "baby gay." It's possible that you haven't even seen The L Word; you're brand new. It's alright, you'll eventually memorize every word to "Closer to Fine" by the Indigo Girls, but for now, just enjoy each day as it comes. Fortunately, you've already conquered the most difficult step: admitting your sexual orientation and taking the risk of coming out to those you can trust. It doesn't matter if you were born queer at age 12 or 55—just remember that we've all been in your shoes before. It's acceptable to let the gay person know where you are at if you're on your first date and you're feeling anxious about being new. The majority of kindhearted individuals will relate to you and share their own experienc...