Are you looking to meet a superficial stereotype, or make a genuine connection with a friend? Not every gay person likes shopping, doing your hair, painting nails, or saying things like "fabulous!" If this is all you're looking for, stop. You don't want to try to fit a person into a stereotypical box that might be very uncomfortable for them. Are you looking for...   Someone who likes fashion? Someone uncomplicated, who won't try to date with you, or compete with you for dates? Someone sassy and original? Someone caring and good at listening? Someone to show off as a symbol of how trendy or progressive you are? People don't have to be gay to be trendy, fun, or good at listening, so don't limit yourself.   Do you want a lover of fashion? Find friendly faces at malls or beauty parlors. Do you want someone uncomplicated? Look for an honest person with healthy self-esteem, who won't play games. Do you want someone fun? Look for someone with a flashy, spontaneous personality. Do you want someone to listen to you and care? Look for an understanding, loving person with a more mature attitude. Do you want someone to show off? Stop and look at your motivations, because trying to turn a person into a trophy isn't how a healthy friendship begins. Just like straight people, gay people can be fashionable or clueless, sporty or un-athletic, sassy or straight-laced, supportive or distant, friendly or gruff, and any other mix of personality traits. Even if you believe you must have that flamboyant gay man to be your GBF, consider first the person inside––what you are looking for is a true friend, not a decorative accessory.  Have you ever been stereotyped? Do you remember being hurt, angry, or confused? You don't want to do that to a friend (or anyone). Even if you "mean it in a nice way."  Pressuring someone to fit the stereotype isn't fair, and may make them feel like they aren't allowed to be themselves around you.  Make sure your friendship is mutual. While you might be seeking fashion or relationship advice, witty conversation and self-esteem boosting or any other sources of support, your friend is also looking for your support and advice. Be prepared to love, spoil and defend your friend.  Nobody likes a condescending person who thinks that anyone who knows them should feel grateful. If this is your underlying motivation, any friendship you form will be doomed to fail. Treat your search as you would do for any friend-seeking mission by being open-minded, available to talk, non-judgmental and thoughtful. Moreover, bear in mind that, as with any friendship, you cannot force a relationship. Trying to tie down someone as your GBF by being overbearing and pushy will result in someone getting hurt and someone feeling used. Your friendship must be gradual, organic and a good click between the two of you.  Your best friend should be someone who gets your sense of humor or understands your love of animals, for example. A best friend doesn’t judge you when you are down and knows exactly what to do to pick you up. In turn, you don't judge either and you are prepared to pitch in when your friend's life is down. You’ll get each other’s jokes and want to share secrets because you know you can trust the other person. Trust is very important in any relationship, so be sure to develop this from the outset. Are you looking for someone who loves fashion? Make friends at the beauty parlor. Someone who loves to shop? Look for friendly faces at the mall.    Work. Work can be a great place to meet new friends since there’s either a good chance you both have a passion for what you do or can share moans and groans about the job together.  School and varsity. In addition to certain clubs, you may find new friends who are studying the same major as you in high school or college. In fact, there’s a good chance you could meet some interesting people working on group projects or studying for exams in English or history class.  Clubs, volunteering, and sports. These are great ways to find people with common interests.  Bookstores, libraries, and universities. These sometimes sponsor lectures and discussions that can help you find people with common interests. Gyms.  Social clubs and nightclubs. Spend time in places where people socialize.  Hairstylists, fashion consultants, and retailers. Look for friendly lovers of fashion. If you get along well with someone, offer to see them socially as well as professionally.  Friends of friends. Many people love to play "friendship matchmaker," and would be happy to introduce you to someone who they feel might get along with you.
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One-sentence summary -- Ask yourself what you're looking for. Look for people who fit the traits that you want in a friend. Remember that every gay person is unique. Take your time and look for someone who “gets you”. Look for friends in areas where your interests are.


If you’d like to make your hermit crab a snack (in addition to his daily meal), it is as easy as a quick trip to your local health food store. You will want a store with a bulk section (such as Whole Foods), this way, you can buy just a little bit of each item, and it will be inexpensive for you. You can make a hermit crab snack from a mix of unsalted nuts, whole grains, unsweetened dried fruits, and seeds. You may also want to include nutritional yeast for added B vitamins. You only need a little bit of each item (1/4 cup or less).  Nuts: pistachios, walnuts, or almonds. Grains: oats, wheat bran, wild rice, or amaranth. Dried fruits: mango, goji berries, pineapple, coconut, or raisins. Seeds: pumpkin, chia, or sesame. Choosing unsalted and unsweetened varieties is very important because table salt and processed sugar can be harmful to your crab. If you do not have access to a health foods bulk section, or if you just want to make the most of what you already have, take a look in your pantry at home. Look for any of the food items above, or for other healthy options.  Look for oats, granola, whole grain crackers, raisins, or nuts. Once again, read labels to watch out for added table salt or sugar. Take all the dry foods you have purchased or found in your pantry, and mix them all together. If using granola or whole grain crackers, crumble them up or use crumbs from the bottom of the bag. Since these foods are not considered perishable, you can place some of this food in the “crabitat” and allow it stay for 3-4 days, or until your hermit crab finishes it.
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One-sentence summary -- Visit your local health food store. Purchase a variety of foods. Look in your pantry. Mix everything together.


This is the easiest and fastest way to release the activation lock. The remaining steps in this method should be followed by the previous owner. The previous owner must use the account that's logged into your iPhone or iPad.  A list of associated iPhones and/or iPads will appear.  If you don't see this option, click All Devices again, then click Delete next to the iPhone or iPad. Once the iPhone or iPad is removed, the iPhone or iPad will no longer be locked.
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Ask the previous owner to remove the iPhone from Find my iPhone. Sign into https://www.icloud.com in a web browser. Click Find my iPhone. Click All Devices. Click the iPhone or iPad with the activation lock. Click Remove from Account. Follow the on-screen instructions to confirm removal.