66f / widowed / single / poly / straight / Calif

I’ve recently started living a polyamorous lifestyle in the past 6 months. I currently have 2 important relationships. I’m able to talk openly about one of those relationships — calling him my bf — but not able to talk about the other. I don’t like feeling like Im hiding something that’s important to me.

I want to open to a few close friends. I’ve already talked to my brother. And that went well, but I knew it would. I could have conversations without your advice and I’m sure I’d have a reasonable success. But why do it alone when so many of you have already been there.

So, how did you first approach the subject with friends/family? What worked well? What didn’t work? Do you have specific suggestions?

Thank you!