Hello Everybody

[Taj M.]

Hi Everyone,
I've been lurking on this board for a while now and wanted to come out and say hi. I'm 14 and have been a closet nudist for a while now.
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My parents aren't "nudists", but we all swim nude together in the river, are nude between the bedroom and the shower, etc, but are never nude any other time. Once I got up early and was doing some computer work. My mom got up a little later and was shocked that I was nude. Does anyone have any suggestions about this?
Thanks, Taj

[Taj M.]

Hi Everyone,
I've been lurking on this board for a while now and wanted to come out and say hi. I'm 14 and have been a closet nudist for a while now.
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[Enter Question Mode]
My parents aren't "nudists", but we all swim nude together in the river, are nude between the bedroom and the shower, etc, but are never nude any other time. Once I got up early and was doing some computer work. My mom got up a little later and was shocked that I was nude. Does anyone have any suggestions about this?
Thanks, Taj

[nunewd]

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Taj M.:
Hi Everyone,
I've been lurking on this board for a while now and wanted to come out and say hi. I'm 14 and have been a closet nudist for a while now.
--
[Enter Question Mode]
My parents aren't "nudists", but we all swim nude together in the river, are nude between the bedroom and the shower, etc, but are never nude any other time. Once I got up early and was doing some computer work. My mom got up a little later and was shocked that I was nude. Does anyone have any suggestions about this?
Thanks, Taj <HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

[nunewd]

Taj, you say that your parents are not "nudists," but it seems, from what you describe, that they are open to displays of nudity among the family. You say your mom was shocked to see you nude at the computer, but it sounds more like it was surprise because it was just a different circumstance. Maybe her "shock" would become acceptance if your (and their) nudity was more common, and not just reserved for open display in special circumstance.

Since you and your parents are open enough about your bodies to swim nude together and walk to and from the bathroom nude, I see no reason why they shouldn't accept you wanting to be nude other times as well. Talk to them about it. As nunewd stated, your mother was probably more surprised than shocked since your nudity was in a different context. Ask if it's OK for you to be nude any time while in the house and not just while swimming or walking to and from the bathroom. It never hurts to ask, and all they can do is say no, but they just might say yes.

[NudeAl]

You know I think you have a really good thing going there now as it is.

It all depends on communication. I think you have some parents who would understand, talk to them about it. You should show them this web site so they can get a feel for where you are comming from. That way you will have nothing to hide. Now they may set some rules regarding your household nudity. Perhaps a time of day or boundries e.g. no nudity in the front yard or when aunt Mable comes over etc.

But in general I would say you have a real good shot at it. I think you might even suggest to them you would really like to go to a nudist resort but as a minor you would have to have your parents accompany you so work on getting them to give it a try. If they are used to going skinny dipping I bet they would give it a try for you.

I used to live in Oregon myself. Near Portland you will find both nude beaches and resorts. I've also been to Willametans down by Eugene, great club. Most of the hotsprings I've been to are clothing optional also. Good luck and remember nothing ventured nothing gained.

[Danee]

Hi Taj and welcome!

I cannot really add anything more then has been said. Jon-Marc said it well pretty much I think. They seem to be absolutely modern parents about simple family nudity in other areas so my question really is, when your mom expressed surprise, what was your reaction? Did you say, sorry..or did you say, I didn't think you would be surprised. Depending on what her final word was (if any) I would do it again and be more frequent with nudity at home (if that is indeed what you wish) and see her/their reaction.
A conversation about your wish to experience naturism perhaps (outdoors) or a resort for nudism might ensue.
I know several boys who are nifoc (nude in front of the computer) and it certainly isn't unusual. You have the advantage on your side however, as wholesome family attitudes seem to be in existance.

Good luck and you might drop by Rob Turnbull's site and forum for Young Naturists International. YNAI (http://www.ynai.com)

Take care puppy!
-Danee

<BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><font size="-1">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Taj M.:
Hi Everyone,
I've been lurking on this board for a while now and wanted to come out and say hi. I'm 14 and have been a closet nudist for a while now.
--
[Enter Question Mode]
My parents aren't "nudists", but we all swim nude together in the river, are nude between the bedroom and the shower, etc, but are never nude any other time. Once I got up early and was doing some computer work. My mom got up a little later and was shocked that I was nude. Does anyone have any suggestions about this?
Thanks, Taj <HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

[Taj M.]

Thanks everybody for the replys! That's certainly more than I was expecting.

I'll talk to my mom and see what she says.
Also, thanks Danee for the Link to YNAI, I'll have to check it out /infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif .

Take care everybody, Taj

[Chief78CJ7]

If others in your life see that YOU are comfortable with a lifestyle that accepts nudity, then they will be more comfortable with you doing that..

Whether or not they decide to be nude more often is another thing.. hopefully they say "yeah.. why not?!", but the answer to that question is inside each of us. Some people do need the acceptance of others first for it to come out, and some don't..