Nicole,
I am very new to this world and like several have stated already – I wish that I would have run across your shores many years ago. Though I would echo – funny I thought someone said this earlier in the thread - it might be better to bump into you in the real world someday.
As many have already said – just be yourself on that first, second, third and more dates. You will have many.
Having said that and meaning no offense – “be yourself”…well, I’ve wondered this from time to time. Not just from the providers point of view (i.e., does the non-client [if I may use that term] wonder about your skillful arts in the bedroom or any room?) or on the flip side – us gentleman – (do our lovers notice any changes in us after we’ve been with a wonderful woman?).
For what it is worth, I think change is more noticeable – meaning just that – a change from some baseline is cause for attention. You will be coming in fresh – in all circumstances. I would like to think that people can handle the past of an individual – knowingly or unknowingly.
Personally I prefer to date someone who is more in the “know” when it comes to sex. It makes me more comfortable if they can put a condom on with one hand tied behind their backs. Speaking only for myself – the novelty of sex, intimacy – never gets old or tired – but the awkwardness of it does.
I’ve heard women talk about the hand of maturity when it comes to men. I think that is also true of men.
Here’s to your great success in the real world of dating. Not to mention you profession career. Cheers!
Best of luck!
Cheers,
Schrödinger's cat