What should I do?
I'm a 16 year old girl and am gay. I found out that I was this way about 7 and a half months ago. I've been dating my girlfriend ever since but in secret. No one knows about our relationship and I cannot keep this inside of me anymore. I hate lying to my friends and family and I hate that I cannot make myself be "normal". My girlfriend says to just wait until we are 18 and are able to make out own decisions but I feel as if I'm about to explode from the pain of keeping a secret this huge. I do not want to end things with my girlfriend but I hate feeling the way I do. I feel dirty and sinful and cannot help it. I would appreciate any advice that anyone could give to me, whether optimistic or not. Any opinion is welcomed and please do not be afraid to hurt my feelings because I am desperate for answers. Thank you for any advice given.

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