GAY AREA

The Gay Lifestyle

Gay men, like their female counterparts come in a multitude of shapes, forms, and types. Not only do they run the course of every body type imaginable but they range from macho masculine to extremely effeminate (including transvestites who are female crossdressers). They can be very quiet people whose sexuality is known by no one (referred to as living in "stealth mode"), including immediate family members, to openly aggressive men who use intimidation to get what they want. In between are every kind and gay type. Like heterosexual people, they are both varied and complex.

Their social life includes the same interests, activities, and hobbies that others might enjoy. The only marked difference would be the gay bars and clubs that are found throughout our cities. No doubt, most straight people would feel uncomfortable in such a setting. The clubs can range from a casual dance atmosphere to a leather bar for the more macho type of homosexual man. Whatever their preference or choices, they are indeed human beings placed on this planet for the time that they are given. They hurt, laugh, dream, and have hopes for the future. To love and be loved is just as much a part of their makeup as any person. They are human beings.