[2BNTV]

Originally Posted by Portia

when Jim and I lived in Connecticut, We knew a young man of 18 years old.. that had a very hard time dealing with being gay .. when he finally excepted it, he told his parents.. his father beat the living crap out of him.. the following week this beautiful young man HUNG HIMSELF.. END OF STORY!!!

How sad.

[Russ_Boston]

Originally Posted by Golfingnut

I would find it very weird for a gay man to marry a heterosexual women.

I knew such a man. He had 3 kids and at age 48 came out to his family. They were understanding (the kids were young adults by then). But he never lost the guilt and killed himself 3 years later. Sad, but true. Too bad society wasn't more tolerant back then (25 years ago).

I personally don't understand anyone who has issues with two people (or more) loving each other and spending their joys, and sorrows together for the rest of their lives. I don't understand how it hurts me or society. I my 55 years on this earth I've seen a lot more damage done by single parent households. Give me 2 gay men or women raising a child over that any day. I like the odds better with 2 parents.

(and please don't post something like "I know a single mom who did great...". Of course you do, we all do. But a 2 parent household has a higher likelihood of success IMHO.)

[Portia]

It is just how society is we are all raised to think one way..and when somthing different gets tossed in the mix ..there are those few who cannot handle the change.. be it narrow minded or just plain ignorance they will never change ..as for me being Gay is who I am.. and those around me ..will except it or not, Im here to stay whether you like it or not..I do not push my way of life on anyone and expect the same treatment for myself..At this stage of life I dont need the DRAMA !!

[eweissenbach]

Originally Posted by Portia

It is just how society is we are all raised to think one way..and when somthing different gets tossed in the mix ..there are those few who cannot handle the change.. be it narrow minded or just plain ignorance they will never change ..as for me being Gay is who I am.. and those around me ..will except it or not, Im here to stay whether you like it or not..I do not push my way of life on anyone and expect the same treatment for myself..At this stage of life I dont need the DRAMA !!

Bravo.

[gatherer47]

Russ Boston-you said it sooooooooo well!

[Barefoot]

Originally Posted by Russ_Boston

I personally don't understand anyone who has issues with two people (or more) loving each other and spending their joys, and sorrows together for the rest of their lives. I don't understand how it hurts me or society.

As usual, I agree with Russ. Thank heavens that today we live in an enlightened society where most of us can accept loving relationships, whatever the race or sex.

[duffysmom]

In my next life I want to be raised by two gay men. They are some of the most creative and humorous people on the planet. You have to develop a sense of humor if you're gay. Loved La Cage aux folles. No flames please(-:

[janmcn]

This will be such a non-issue for the next generation. My great nephews, ages 7 and 9, best friends are twins being raised by their two fathers in New York City.

[Shirleevee]

Originally Posted by Portia

It is just how society is we are all raised to think one way..and when somthing different gets tossed in the mix ..there are those few who cannot handle the change.. be it narrow minded or just plain ignorance they will never change ..as for me being Gay is who I am.. and those around me ..will except it or not, Im here to stay whether you like it or not..I do not push my way of life on anyone and expect the same treatment for myself..At this stage of life I dont need the DRAMA !!

Ignorance, religious intolerance and yes, not being able to understand something different. My husband and I have a lesbian best friend for the last 50 + years, and many old and new gay friends....to us they are JUST our friends.....

[scottiee]

I believe in leaving people alone.

[OldDave]

Hi folks. Been gone a few days. And YES, I've missed you all.

I just have to say how impressed I am by all the thoughtful and loving posts on this thread. Sure there were a couple of intolerant ones, but nearly all of them are really cool to read.

Thanks,

Dave