I grew up in a time when the modus operandi was the ‘open secret.’ I’m used to
that, and quite OK with it. Intellectually, I know why I haven’t spoken more
about my sexuality, but I do wonder if I haven’t repressed something there to my
detriment. Maybe I could have given comfort to some people if I had dealt with
the subject of my private sexuality more, but it’s never been my prime mission
to give comfort, unless somebody’s in drastic need. I’d rather give pleasure, or
shake things up.
