Well, to make a long story short, on the big night we went out to a restaurant and went all over the neighborhood, etc. and had a great time. So lots of people met Linda and Linda was in seventh heaven for at least one night. I don't imagine there are many of us who haven't known the thrill of such complete freedom. But the big problem comes the morning after. Linda didn't want to go back into the closet and I didn't want to put her there either. I knew this would happen if some- thing were not done beforehand to prolong the ecstasy. So, while we we were taking pictures, I broke the light accidentally on purpose. Then I said it was okay, I would dress again the next day and we could use the sunlight. I said I wouldn't mind, really (giggle giggle).

Next morning I dressed again, savoring the anticipation of what was to come, and spent the day posing for pictures, living to the hilt the life we all yearn for. I even went to the store for bread, something I never thought I'd have the nerve to do. My friend wasn't sure of any- thing by this time, and wanted to know what was up. I told him to be patient and I'd tell him right after dinner. He was sure I'd “flipped.”

After dinner I gave him my copy of TVia and asked him to read the parts that applied. I didn't know quite what to expect but was pleas- antly surprised that we were still friends. Closer friends, as it turned out. Now we have things to talk about that we never did before. As I'd "bared my soul" to him he didn't mind reciprocating and the end result is the most gratifying I've ever known. To many who are "old hands" at the tattling game this will appear to be the long way 'round. But, as I stated in the beginning, I was groping in the dark for the way.

The next opportunity was dropped into my lap. Don't expect it to happen; but if the ball bounces your way, grab it. The reason I will make it known to you is that it may give some of you the realization that we are not universally detested. If we are honest with outsiders and let them know we are not evil it will make our task that much easier. Again we much chip away at the old foundations of ignorance and fear. But unless we get to it it will be that much more difficult later on.

The second person I told was a neighbor who had dropped in for a chat. I was printing the pictures I discussed earlier and this neighbor, who is interested in photography, assisted me. Another neighbor also dropped in and observed. He had no other comment than that I made a good looking woman. See how it progresses? Then he said I ought to see the first neighbor dressed up. Said he was a living doll. Then he said he ought to dress up again sometime. The first one said “Okay, I'll let

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