Today, I’m gonna talk about something that’s been on my mind lately: middle-aged lesbians. As a woman who’s been around the block a few times, I’ve seen a lot, and I’ve been thinking a lot about our community and how we can support each other as we get older.
First off, I joined some online groups to see what was out there. Found some interesting stuff, but it was kinda all over the place. I stumbled across some articles talking about how places like the Netherlands, Norway, and New Zealand are pretty good for LGBTQ+ folks, with all those equal rights and stuff. Sounds nice, right?
But then I dug deeper, and I realized it’s not just about where you live. It’s about feeling connected, you know? I read that some older LGBTQ+ folks, especially bisexual and transgender people, can feel pretty isolated. That hit me hard. We gotta do better for each other.
So, I started looking into local groups. Found out that there are some cool organizations like Age UK Oldham that are trying to help older LGBTQ+ people in their communities. I even attended a couple of their online meetings. It was a bit awkward at first, not gonna lie, but I met some interesting women. We talked about everything from politics to dating to just feeling lonely sometimes. It was real, you know?
Finding My Tribe
I also found this group called “Lesbian Over Forty.” They seemed pretty cool, always debating and discussing things that matter to us. I joined one of their online chats, and it was lively, to say the least. It felt good to be around women who get it, who’ve been through similar things.
But here’s the thing: it’s not always easy to find your people. I realized that a lot of older lesbians, like myself, we can have a hard time with loneliness. We might have support networks, but it’s not always the same as having people who really understand you.
Tech to the Rescue?
Then I thought, maybe technology can help. I’m not the most tech-savvy person, but I learned how to use video calls and online forums. It’s not the same as meeting in person, but it’s something. I even helped a few other women get online, and we started having regular virtual meetups.
It’s been a journey, figuring all this out. But it’s made me realize how important it is for us middle-aged lesbians to stick together, to support each other. Whether it’s through online groups, local meetups, or just checking in on each other, we gotta build those connections.
We’ve come a long way, but we still have a lot to do. And I’m here for it. I’m gonna keep exploring, keep connecting, and keep sharing my experiences. Because we’re not alone, and we’re definitely not invisible. We’re here, we’re queer, and we’re not going anywhere.
