Lesbian Chronicles: Coming Out Later in Life

How great would it be if you could google your future and know exactly what life will look like?? Alli and Melisa talk about how fear of the unknown occupies our brains and holds us back. They also discuss how hard it was to admit to their husbands they’re gay.. knowing the confession would end their marriages. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles...

Alli and Melisa give an update on their lives... including the recent lice infestation at Alli’s house. And we talk about different attachment styles in relationships. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

Alli and Melisa talk about how relationships develop... the bullet train or the slow burn. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

Alli and Melisa talk to Alli’s son, Owen, about what it was like when his mom came out... and how he actually beat her to the punch and came out before Alli! (You’ll also hear Melisa curse in front of a child, so.. win win!) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

Melisa and Alli talk about how much sex has changed since coming out. How we went from avoiding sex to loving it! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

Dating... but how do you meet people?? Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

Remember Marie from Episode 3? Well, she’s back! This time with her real name and sharing her coming out story! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

Alli and Melisa address what it was like to attempt to be intimate with our ex husbands after realizing we were gay. We also answer some listener questions and Alli educates Melisa on the Catholic Church and feeling the obligation to be intimate with your husband. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

Alli shares what it was like to have her parents, ex-husband, in-laws AND her girlfriend all over for Christmas. And Melisa discusses actively not dating. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

Our friend Miranda shares what it was like coming out in her late 20s and how she came to the realization she was queer. She’s also like a walking Urban Dictionary so we get the lowdown on some queer terminology. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

This week we channel our inner Whitney and talk about recovering from a breakup, the steps you can take to move on, and how to go about dating again and putting yourself out there. (“This seems I’m setting myself up to get my ass kicked.”) We also answer a listener question about coming out at work. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-...

How will we be celebrating the holidays this year?? Very much like we did pre-divorce! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

Melisa is convinced Elsa is so gay in Frozen 2. Alli talks about an encounter from her “past life.” We also chat about how lesbians have better sex which contradicts lesbian bed death rumors. And we get into what our lives look like lately and they heavy stuff that still weighs on us. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--...

Rev. Susannah Davis of Kirkwood United Church of Christ joins Alli and Melisa to talk about reconciling faith with sexuality. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

Alli and Melisa cover the warning signs that you’re in a not-so-great relationship. (Also, the audio in this episode sucks, but please bare with us. We’re amateurs but working to improve.) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

Alli and Melisa talk with the President of Dykes on Bikes Atlanta about their organization and her experience as a polyamorous lesbian. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

Does someone have cancer? Is someone being deported? Why the love bombing?? Another great talk with Dr. Jaime Blandino on why some people express love so quickly and how to handle the aftermath of cheating. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

Melisa and Alli discuss how life looks different following divorce and coming out. We also talk about hypersexuality and how we both feel like 15 year old boys in the height of puberty. Soo fun times. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

Alli and Melisa chat about attending Pride in Atlanta and share ideas on building a community. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

Strategies that Melisa and Allison have incorporated for making things awesome their exes. Traveling as a Modern Family and finding friendship with your Ex husband. Also, being positive about your exes new relationship. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

This week we talk about what our lives were like after separating from our husbands and dealing with the looming divorce. No FMK — instead we talk about the movie “Imagine Me and You” and some movies that stirred early “feelings” in our childhood. Fun fact: Alli wanted to be Ralph Macchio in “Karate Kid.” #halloweencostumeidea (But also, more recently Melisa was ready to hop in bed with a female r...

Alli and Melisa talk with Dr. Jaime Blandino about the guilt of leaving your heterosexual marriage. The price of admission is high. But the price of exclusion from your most authentic life is higher. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

We talk about setting boundaries in friendships and how to avoid crossing the line. And we finally watched “Below Her Mouth” and we have a lot of questions... specifically about shower sex and centaurs 🤣 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

Alli and Melisa discuss the aftermath of coming out Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .

Today we talk about envisioning how you want your life to look in an effort to make it a reality. We also hit on hushing the noise and paying close attention to what you want versus what others think is right for you. FMK- “Girls” (Sorry, Hannah Horvath) Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/lesbian-chronicles-coming-out-later-in-life--5601514/support .