Now, only 9 posts later, I find myself getting very personal and obviously specific about, well, me. I no longer think that as a diversion from where I started, but more a new path. I will share, I will think outloud, and I will definitely get boring from time to time! Oh well!
I use this preface because I want to share something very personal, something very important and something that could use the love, prayer and thoughts of anyone reading this. I have decided that it is definitely time to tell my family that I am gay. I have known for a few years that I can not wait any longer, yet I have waited.
NO MORE:
No more fear, waiting, stalling, crying, anger, pent up frustration
It is time and I have set the date for the middle of March.
I am terrified of what will happen.
Based on side comments and views shared throughout our time together, I feel that this could be very hard.
5 comments:
you can do it.
I am so proud of you and so proud to be your friend.
Your thoughts are beautiful. And your struggle as a Christian is one I think many people face as they grow up and move away from their parent's /family's view of God and religion. I think your posts, regardless of if they are centered on your own specific struggle, will echo the thoughts of many Christians trying to discover their path. I know this would have helped me when I struggled with these thoughts after my friend Nick died.
As I don't know your family, I have no way to anticipate their reaction, but my gut instinct is that anyone who knows yous loves you. And you have to trust that love to conquer their fears. I hope it will. And if it is slow going, I'm here.
Jeni
knows yous? whoops! sorry for the typo
you're a beaut. i really am very proud of you and in awe of the way you're coming into yourself. i agree with the above post. to know you is to love you friend. we are here. the "anonymous" ears, eyes, and hearts. i for one will be glad to stand by you in this next big step, no matter the outcome. xx
i love and support you
xoxo
[pam]
Post a Comment