***All characters depicted in this story are over 18 years of age.***
Growing up in a two-traffic light town made any sort of experimentation next to impossible. For years, I grappled with my growing attraction to other girls. I had only dated guys, so my experience was quite limited though it wasn't for a lack of desire to explore with other women. It was the summer before college, when I, 18, and my best friend, 19, kissed for the first time and things rapidly progressed over the course of a week before we slept together. Neither of us knew what we were doing, and we were both very tentative and shy. That said, it was my first girl on girl experience and confirmed my desire to pursue my sexual exploration further.
In August 1998, I moved to Nashville for college to study music and pursue a singing career. I was eagerly anticipating my freedom from my small-town life in Western Pennsylvania. My hope was that moving into the city would allow me to explore my sexuality more. Little did I know that my exploration would happen faster than I expected and would change my life in so many ways.
When I moved into my dorm on a hot August day, the first person I met in my new home would be the girl who would lead me on my journey. Her name was LeeAnne. She was a junior at the school and a music business major. LeeAnne was about 5'10", slender with nice breasts, long dark brown hair and a tan that made her look like a goddess. Simply put, she was stunning. LeeAnne was the epitome of a college RA. Her bubbly personality lit up the room, as she greeted all the new girls moving into the dorm.
"Welcome to school!" LeeAnne announced as she approached me with my parents in tow. "I'm LeeAnne; I'm an RA on the 3rd floor. What's your name?"
"I'm Layla Thomas," I replied taking her extended hand.
"Nice to meet you, Layla! Let's see what floor you're on and I'll help you get moved in." she replied as she checked her list. "Oh! You're with me on the 3rd floor and, you're right across the hall from me!"
"Awesome!" I replied genuinely. LeeAnne seemed like she would be a great RA and hopefully a friend.
LeeAnne showed us to my room and promised to check in on me later. My parents helped me unpack and get settled in before leaving for the 10-hour drive home. Soon after they left, my new roommate arrived with her parents. Carrie was not at all what I was expecting or hoping for in my first roomie. Unfortunately, it quickly became apparent that we were total opposites personality wise and the potential for conflict was very real.
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LeeAnne came around the next day to check in on all her new freshman. After meeting Carrie for the first time, her face showed what I had already realized...that this was going to be a very long year in our room.
"Layla, did you want to walk over to the practice building and I can introduce you to some accompanists?" LeeAnne asked.
"Yes! That would be great, I need to find someone before classes start. Thank you!"
LeeAnne and I headed across campus to the practice room building. As we walked, LeeAnne gave me all the insight about living on campus, the best places to eat, who threw the best parties, etc. She was such an engaging person, very animated and funny. Her laugh was infectious and by the time we made it to the practice building, we were fast friends.
"Some friends of mine and I are going out Saturday night. You should come with us! We can show you downtown and the best places to go." LeeAnne invited me.
"Count me in, that sounds fantastic," I agreed. I was excited to be making friends immediately, especially after the roommate fiasco. The remainder of the week went by quickly despite the roommate situation.
Generally, Carrie and I both found ways to avoid being in the room together unless it was time to sleep. It wasn't that she was a bad person; we were just polar opposites and had zero common ground. Carrie wore leather all the time and didn't believe in personal hygiene, which was problematic under normal circumstances. Our circumstance was Nashville in August with her wearing leather and her being a bigger girl. She was also very introverted, chose not to engage with people and generally was an unhappy person. In truth, I felt sorry for her. She didn't want to be at school but was forced by her parents. It was a rough situation.
As for me, I guess you could say that I settled into college life with ease. I made friends quickly and was out socializing before the end of the first week. I think being a music major helped because overall, we tend to be an outgoing group, especially those of us who thrive on stage. I tend to be a social person and I am a shameless flirt. I'd like to think my outgoing, sunny personality allowed me to make friends quickly but I also know my looks played a big part, especially with the guys. I mean, it's college. For most, it's the first time living on their own and being young adults, the level of general horniness is pretty damn high all the time. I'm about 5'1", about 125lbs, 34DD's and an ample curvy ass to match. I have long wavy auburn hair, green eyes with fair freckled skin. I'm more the "girl next door" type than the bombshell that LeeAnne was but the guys seemed to like me quite a bit.
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Saturday arrived and I was very excited about going out that night with LeeAnne with her friends. I hadn't seen much of her that week because she was so busy getting everyone moved in and helping her charges get settled. I was a bit nervous that maybe she had forgotten her invitation to me earlier in the week but when she stopped by my room that afternoon to confirm her plans, it was clear that she had not forgotten me at all.
"God this week has been nuts and I'm so sorry I haven't been back to check in on you and talk about tonight," LeeAnne said as she came in my room. "Oh, this is so cute! You've done a great job getting settled in and decorating!"
"Oh thanks! Figured it's better to get it done before classes start," I replied.
LeeAnne plopped down on my bed making herself at home amongst the pile of pillows, while I perched on the edge of my desk.
"So, tonight, we are going bar hopping downtown. I know you're only 18 but we shouldn't have any issues getting you in. Are you still up for going? One bar has karaoke, and another usually has local live acts that are pretty good."
"Absolutely! It sounds like a fun night to me. What do you usually wear?" I inquired. I wanted to make sure I fit in with her and her friends.
"Hmmm...I'll probably wear a sundress since it's so damn hot. But you wear what you're comfortable in."
I walked over to my closet and pulled out a few sundresses to show her. Two were short and one was long.
"Which one would be best?" I asked her.
LeeAnne jumped off the bed and perused the offered choices, holding them up to my small frame.
Giggling she said, "Girl, you're so tiny! My ass would be hanging out the back of these!" as she held up the one short dress to her tall, beautiful body.
"This one. It looks great with your hair and skin," she said as she handed the dresses back to me. "I've got some stuff to take care of before tonight, but I'll come get you around 8. Make sure you eat dinner before we leave."
We said goodbye after I thanked her for inviting me again and for helping me pick an outfit. I spent the afternoon getting my things ready for start of classes on Monday, went to the cafeteria to eat dinner and then came back to get ready for my night out.
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Carrie rolled her eyes when LeeAnne showed up just before 8 to get me.
"Pretty lame going out with the RA," Carrie smirked to herself.
I ignored her snarky comment and opened the door. I was totally unprepared for what I saw. LeeAnne was nothing short of model material. She had on a short skirt with a cropped halter top. The aqua color set off her beautifully tanned skin, and the outfit itself highlighted every beautiful curve of her lithe sexy body. She truly was stunning and had the personality to match. I was seriously crushing on her. It hadn't hit me until I opened that door. But once I realized it, I knew I was a goner.
LeeAnne's eyes widened a bit when I opened the door.
"Whoa, sexy girl! How many guys are you planning to pick up tonight?" she gasped.
"I just want to go dance and have fun; I'll worry about the picking up later," I chuckled in response.
"Spin for me!" she demanded making a twirling motion with her hand.
Obliging her, I did a quick little twirl that caused my short sundress to flare out a bit, exposing even more of my creamy thighs. When I turned back to face her, I saw a new look on her face. It was more than just a friendly "oh you look fabulous" look. It was an "I like what I see" look. Interesting.
My dress was super cute. It was short, black with sunflowers, and had tiny straps. I had left my long hair loose and wavy and had on flat sandals. I had on little makeup, as I don't usually wear it.
"You are going to make lots of friends tonight," she remarked with a grin. "Let's go!"
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We made it downtown to the bar and met up with LeeAnne's friends. There were 5 or 6 of them, a mix of guys and girls. All friendly and happy to have someone new in their group. They asked me how I was liking school so far, where I was from, what was my major. All the important stuff. One of the guys, Thomas, went to the bar and ordered a round of drinks. They were all 21 or 22 and it was easy for them to get drinks for the group.
"Here you go, Layla," he said as he handed me my drink.
"Thank you," I replied gratefully. I hadn't had much experience with alcohol and knew I would need to go slow.
