What if your child was gay?

[AcaiBurry]

A tough question I know, but how do you think you would react if your child came out to you as homosexual? I personally can’t speak from experience, but I’ve been thinking about it a lot recently. I know in my heart that I would be accepting no matter what, but it’s so hard to say how you would react to something until you experience it firsthand. Thoughts?

[Ima]

Interesting question that I am sure many parents don't think much about... and IMO... they shouldn't have to think about it. Your child is YOUR child no matter what and you should support, love and accept them for who they are. I remember I read this book Prayers for Bobby awhile ago. It's based on a true story where this mother disapproved of her son's sexuality. Down the line and only after some unfortunate events does she have a change of heart. She eventually becomes one of the leading gay right's activists. It's sad to think that everyday teens and young adults are struggling with being who they are in fear of what their parents will thing... this extends beyond sexual preferences and into career choices, who you marry, your hobbies, etc.

[boohoohoo]

I loved the movie...it was a very powerful movie about homosexuality and I really hope one day everyone can come to the realization that homosexuality is not a choice and people can learn to accept homosexuals as equals. They deserve the same rights as all of us do.

[Addeple09]

Yah right you stole the idea from me You weenie

When I was like 11 or 10 I had this thing where I threw up alot.

[fath86]

I really don't know but I think it will be OK. As the other members here said that your child is still your child no matter what. I might just look on a brighter side, if my son is gay then automatically I have a shopping buddy and I can always look good.