Male Bonding2
For those who like to explore the concept and dynamics of male bonding. Men are socialized in different ways in different societies, and so many men would like to have close male friendships, yet after spending time establishing a career, primary relationship and live in general, find themselves without close male friends. Many of us want male friends with whom we can share openly without...
A step at a time
Return to DiscussionsThe other evening a young man I know came over so we could just talk and get to know one another better. I was clothed when he got here even though he knew about my naked habits. We visited a bit and he asked if he could dangle his feet in the water of the hot tub. I said "sure, but can I get all the way in?" He said " yes" I added " you know I only soak nude in it right?' he assured me that was fine. So i stripped off and climbed in
and he rolled up his pants legs and dangled his lower legs in. We talked for an hour and half about various things including some of the abuse he has been through . He is not ready to strip down himself , but it was a positive step for him to know a guy can be naked and it not be a sexual thing. When we got out i stayed bare and we talked a bit more before he headed out. He has a buddy who may come next time and he may try the three of us soaking . Time will tell.