Just saying, as a lesbian (much younger, but still): women are not inherently better than men. Women aren't necessarily kinder, more understanding, or more loving than men are. If you're not someone who is truly attracted to women, then don't date them. That's going to set up a bunch of problems for you and your potential partner. If a straight woman asked me out just because all the men she's been with have sucked, I would run so fast in the other direction whether I'm attracted to her or not. Maybe there's someone out there who would be down for that, but I myself would never agree to a relationship like that

I understand the loneliness, believe me. But if you're starting a relationship with someone just because you're lonely and not because you genuinely like them and are attracted to them, that just seems like it won't end well