Well, the whole friend thing, is well, could be a big risk to your friendship. Your friend being straight, thinks of you as just another guy. But you really have romantic feeling for him. I found out my best friend is queer than a three dollar bill and well, he likes me in that way. Me? He's still my friend and I could care less if he's gay or not. I love him like a brother. I always had wondered that he may have been gay because he'd always talk about a woman he'd be seeing in Dallas, and one day I said, man if she's that special to you, bring her down so I can meet her. Anyway, maybe it's best for you to leave that town. I mean, there's plenty of places that except gays. I wished I could help you out, I know it's gotta be terrible for you, like it was my friend. But I am different, I have an open mind and don't judge. Just be careful.