Getting Naked

What does a guy really think the first time he sees you undressed. You'd be surprised.

Finally, after meeting so many frogs (and not even tempted to kiss any of them), youve met a man who makes your heart flutter big time. Youve flirted, youve gone on a few dates, youve talked half the night, youve laughed at his jokes and he at yours. On your last date, you kissed and kissed. And you know that on the next date, more than your lipstick will come off. Youve even had the Condom Conversation.

But, your inner worrier keeps asking you, what if he sees your body and heads for the hills?

Youve got to trust me on this, hes not going to say or even think any of the following:

• Oh, gee, you have so many wrinkles!
• Youd be so pretty if you lost weight.
• HuhI thought you looked younger with clothes on.
• I like firmer butts and perkier breasts.
• Uh, I gotta go now.

No, whether or not he voices it out loud or conveys it with a smile or melting eyes, heres what hes thinking: Oh wow, did I get lucky! This is going to be wonderful.

We are our own worst critics, always have been. Remember those teenage pimples? Those worries about our shape and smell? Lets decide, once and for all, that our bodies are just right, capably of visually delighting a partner and of bringing us both great pleasure.