Who in the world would hogtie you for your first experience?
I just took a peek at your reviews and you've seen Paulina. Although I do not know her at all, I've read wonderful (wonderful!) things about her. I would think that she might be a good person to share some thoughts with.
I liked the ice cream analogy.
This type of play is also something that you can grow into. My interest started when clients started to ask me things, etc. Plus, although I had read the complete Marquis de Sade by 18, I didn't "get it", either.
Even reading that old literary porn, it was exciting (not Sade. Some of his writings are disgusting and gross), but nothing that I was interesting in doing.
However, as you age, often one wishes to expand his/her horizons. This is where I feel that often people have questions about things that are strange to them. Step lightly and if it isn't your thing, it's just not a big deal.
You might not have found the right person to enjoy alternative time with.
Ever make it do Dallas?