OK Sanctuary, here's my take...

First off let me say that I can completely relate to you situation. I am 36 now but when I was 18 I was in your shoes. Dated a few (but not a lot) of women and was still a virgin after graduating from high school. The farthest I'd gone with a woman until that time was 2nd base. It wasn't until I was 19 (or was it 20) that I actually lost my virginity.

Here's the advice (kind of in agreement with Diva): don't rush it. I did and I am sorry to this day. I was drunk, don't remember her name, and never saw her again. Very sad and pathetic. Makes me want to cry sometimes (no shit).

Now I wouldn't go so far as to say wait for your wedding day because I had some mindblowing sex during my single years. You name it, I've tried it: white, black, asian, latino, older, younger, married, single, fat, skinny, threesome, sharing (girlfriends), dominance, submission, and bisexual woman. I was even with another man once but it was not something I'd do again...at least I learned that I am not gay!

One night stands are OK but not for your first few tries. Actually, my second go 'round should have been my first; it was a much more positive and fulfilling experience. Damn how I enjoyed making love to her and she loved it when I was inside of her. Ahhh, fond memories....

In summary, take your time, be choosy, and don't do anything you don't want to do!

Good luck!

rabbit