Hi Dakota, Wow, thats a tough question.... Really, the sex probably was an important factor - not so much for the physical intimacy itself, but because that was an important element in keeping my afs attention (duh!). I grew up without an emotional attachment to either of my parents, so by 15, I was really hungry for somebody to connect with deep in the core of my being. I don't think anybody could have reached in that far without being willing to go "all the way". I don't know if I would have believed or trusted him without the deeper committment (risk) involved in our sexual relationship. The sex served as a sort of pre-qualifier to me being able to trust. By that time, I was already very interested in the younger boys, so I did not enjoy the sex with my af all that much. It was having his attention, support, and caring that were healing. I know what you are getting at, and I think it is a good question. I think that we can have a positive impact in a boys life without ever getting involved sexually. My relationship with 1of4 was one of deep bonding and trust - and I honestly believe he never even learned to masturbate until he was 18! Peace, Nate |