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Bobbgooduk · 30th Jul 2012, 08:28 AM

I agree with you completely LSunday, and I think this sort of media presentation also colours what "emerging Gays" think is expected of them, and can therefore make them reluctant to commit to a "label" because they are uncomfortable with what they and others associate with it.

I am gay, I do not follow fashion, read men's health magazines, worry about low-fat or carbs, I do not mince, sashay or walk with a limp wrist, I don't have tattoos, piercing or like being chained up and treated like a dog.

Looking at me, I'm an ordinary, middle-aged guy, just like my partner. We live quietly together in harmony with our straight neighbours.

Not that I'm condemning those that want to do the dungeon scenes, but it's optional, not compulsory.

30th Jul 2012, 08:28 AM	#3
Bobbgooduk Banned Gender: Male Orientation: Gay Out Status: Out to everyone Age: 54 Posts: 703 Join Date: Jul 2012	Re: The stereotype about gay relationships - Is it true? I agree with you completely LSunday, and I think this sort of media presentation also colours what "emerging Gays" think is expected of them, and can therefore make them reluctant to commit to a "label" because they are uncomfortable with what they and others associate with it. I am gay, I do not follow fashion, read men's health magazines, worry about low-fat or carbs, I do not mince, sashay or walk with a limp wrist, I don't have tattoos, piercing or like being chained up and treated like a dog. Looking at me, I'm an ordinary, middle-aged guy, just like my partner. We live quietly together in harmony with our straight neighbours. Not that I'm condemning those that want to do the dungeon scenes, but it's optional, not compulsory.