[Kathy]

Perhaps your friend may have been unsure of your reaction. I have been in this situation before. A good friend of mine was a lesbian, and several people who worked with us knew she was, except me. When she did finally tell me she had a girlfriend, I admit I was a little shocked, which was the typical reaction of someone who did not know anyone who was gay at the time (I was only 18). After a few days it sank in, and I was able to accept it. But I am sure there are folks who, due to religion or age, have more trouble with it. I realized I cared about her and loved her as a person. What she did in her private life didn't matter. It must have been really hard for her to put herself out there like that. Perhaps your friend's drama group is a comfort zone for her. If there are other gay friends there, it may have been easier for her to come out to them first. I doubt it is intentional on her part to exclude you. Perhaps you can ask her about who she is seeing just to bring it up. Make her feel comfortable and cared for, regardless of her sexual orientation.

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Name : Kathy, Gender : F, Sexual Orientation : Straight, Race : American Indian/Mexican, Religion : Catholic, Age : 32, City : Pasadena, State : CA Country : United States, Occupation : advertising, Education level : 4 Years of College, Social class : Middle class, 

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