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Searching for Queer Love on the Prairies

๐ŸŒˆ Abstract

The article is a personal narrative about the narrator's experience meeting and developing feelings for a man named Brad, while also dealing with the presence of another suitor, Ronnie, who is interested in Brad as well. The story explores themes of coming out, navigating relationships, and the complexities of love and attraction.

๐Ÿ™‹ Q&A

[01] The Narrator's Encounter with Brad

1. What was the narrator's initial reaction when they met Brad?

  • The narrator was immediately captivated by Brad's appearance, describing him as "beautiful" with "short blond hair, deep blue eyes, full (kissable) lips, and a lean muscular body."
  • The narrator was "lost in his eyes" and "stopped breathing" when Brad leaned in to kiss them, even though it was just a "peck."

2. How did the narrator try to win over Brad?

  • The narrator was determined to "pull out all of [their] tricks to make him forget his ex" and tried to console Brad when he expressed sadness over his previous relationship.
  • The narrator asked Brad out on a weekend date, but Brad declined, saying he was busy and suggesting "maybe some other time."

3. What happened when the narrator saw Brad with his ex-boyfriend?

  • The narrator saw Brad and his ex-boyfriend kissing and playing in the river, and realized that Brad was still in love with his ex.
  • The narrator was "crushed" and "never saw or spoke to him again," hoping that Brad and his ex-boyfriend "lived happily ever after."

[02] The Presence of Ronnie

1. How did Ronnie's interest in Brad affect the narrator?

  • Ronnie, a "famous queer puppeteer," was also interested in Brad and was "more sure of himself" in his pursuit.
  • The narrator felt they didn't "stand a chance" against Ronnie, who was a "celebrity" and "creative, talented, good looking" individual.
  • When Ronnie hugged and kissed Brad goodbye, the narrator's "head was spinning" and they felt they didn't have a chance against Ronnie.

2. How did the narrator's friend Jeffrey respond to the situation?

  • When the narrator asked Jeffrey for Brad's phone number, Jeffrey warned them that Brad "wasn't over his ex and to be careful."

[03] The Narrator's Coming Out Process

1. How did the narrator's coming out process relate to their interactions with Brad and Ronnie?

  • The narrator had "just started [their] coming out process" and "nobody at work knew about [them], except Jeffrey."
  • The article suggests that the narrator was navigating their own identity and sexuality while also developing feelings for Brad, who was openly gay.

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