And when some gay white guy is interested in getting together with me, the relationship is never made public it's always hidden from friends, family, social networks. But being black is definitely not a type. Being communicative, funny, or athletic is a type. But being black is not a type, it's not something I chose or can change. I've heard that so many times that I've lost count. 'Again and again, they use the excuse that 'he's not my type' with me. 'I started straightening my hair, when what I would've liked is someone who stood up for me and defended me.'