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Hi, I'm Rebecca and I just recently came out as bi to some of my family on National Coming Out Day. My parents are divorced so I am only out to my Dad and step family. I know my mom would accept me if I told her but I don't really know how to bring it up. My Grandparents would accept me too but grudgingly. They don't really understand how important it is for someone to be out to their family.
Most of my friends know and I don't hide my sexuality at school. All my friends who are girls act the same around me which I'm really glad about. Even my homophobic Christian friend accepted me as long as I don't flaunt my gayness around him.
There's just one problem. I have a major crush on this girl and I'm pretty sure she is straight. The thing is, I know that a lot of women are slightly bi and not totally against relationships with other women. I also know that, if I told this girl how I feel, she would stay friends with me. Nevertheless, I am nervous so if anyone has advice for me that would be great.
I also want to start to meet other GLBTQ teens. I've been looking around for any groups that meet in LA but have had very little luck so if anyone knows of any please tell me.
I'm really happy I found this sight as I believe it will be a great place to get info on the GLBTQ teen community and express myself in a healthy way.
I am sorry I didn't see this post sooner.
My name is Rikki, I am an online peer educator for YouthResource, an LGBTQI online resource.
I see that you are nervous about expressing your feelings for a friend. I hope I got it right. I suggest, letting her know. If you think that it will not destroy the friendship, why not try. If she doesn't express the same feelings, respect that.
As for meeting more GLBTQ people. I am from San Diego, we have a place called the Center. I'll check with them if they have a counterpart in LA.
Maybe check the local colleges for LGBTQI clubs or local highschools. I'll also check and get back to you asap.
I hope I understood your post correctly and was helpful.
Here is a link to the YouthResource website. Check it out.
http://www.amplifyyourvoice.org/youthresource
If I misunderstood your post, feel free to correct me. I am here for you.
Feel free to respond or you can reach me at rikki@mail.youthresource.com.
Have a wonderful day Rebecca.
-Rikki