article:The Cuddle Puddle of Stuyvesant High School

[DiamondDog]

I'm not going to try to post any of this article here as it's very long and copywrited but I encourage all of you to read it.

http://newyorkmetro.com/news/features/15589/index.html

Even though it's about highschool kids it's still an interesting read. When I was in highschool 6 years ago it wasn't like that at all. Gaurenteed there were out students, but they were just open about it to their friends or certain teachers who they could trust. I'd think that, a private school in NYC probably would be more open to the sort of thing, more so than a public highschool near me anyway.

[mistymockingbird]

Fascinating. There were several points that I was able to relate to. My high school was fairly tolerant, but nothing like that. Thanks for sharing.

[Herbwoman39]

Wow. It's amazing the progress that's being made. I graduated from high school 21 years ago and it was NOTHING like that. Of course we're talking about Wyoming and over two decades.

Gawd...I feel old.

Thanks for sharing the article :) It's good do see that there is some kind of forward movement after all.

[ambi53mm]

Excellent article and definitely worth the read! The freedom of sexual expression within the group is hauntingly familiar. It reminded me of a time where traditional values and the rules of conventionality were discarded and replaced with a less oppressive lifestyle.... one much more conducive to personal freedom. It was where what was termed “the sexual revolution” began. Times have changed but the struggle continues.... It’s refreshing to see that spirit, is alive and well.My prayers are with them.

Ambi :)

[Trinity-Fl]

As a couple, we've been part of several polyamorous groups in Central Fla. We've often mentioned that there are very few young people in the groups. After some discussion, a theory developed that many in the younger generation regarded mulitple partners and non-jealous love as more normal and acceptable. We in the older crowd were seeking acceptance and advice from one another. Younger folks adopted the "it's no big deal" position. Maybe their generation will grow up with less homophobia and more open attitudes. However, it does seem from the article that the old attitudes about f-f and m-m relationships still lurk not too far below the surface. The fact the girls "hookup" to impress the boys is telling. At most swingers parties a girl on girl encounter would be welcome where two guys would be thrown out or worse.

Maybe TV, movies and the greater acceptance of the gay community has influenced these kids. I don't think we've changed a whole lot culturally. I've been bi for about 30 years and altho I didn't stand up at the sales meeting and announce it I always had an interesting and satisfying sex life which involved both sexes.

Thanks for the link. I enjoyed reading it.