Just told my mom...she's the first one!!

[Dano13]

Hi guys this is my first post...I've been lurking on the forums for a while...read a lot of posts...especially in this section. Anyways, A couple years ago, I admitted to myself that I was gay. I kept denying it...but I could deny no longer. I accepted myself for who I was. So, I was always scared to tell people...or anyone for that matter. I felt they would never accept me for who I am. So I kept it inside..that burden for many years...an emotional wreck on the inside

my mom and I have always been close. I have talked to her about everything...but I was always scared to tell her I was gay...I thought she would not accept it.

So about an hour ago...nervous and shaky and emotional...I finally told her. And she said nothing would change...she will still act the same way towards me and she will always love me

It feels like a huge weight has been literally lifted off my shoulders

Sorry for the long post guys.... I just felt like talking.

 

[Seasoned]

Not a long post at all. Welcome to active participation. I'm as happy for you as I can be and wish every parent was capable of what your mother has shown. Thank you for running right to your computer to start this thread to share your joy. Your mom lived up to her title. You have been spared another night of self-doubt. I'd say this is a day to celebrate! Cheers!

 

[panda29]

Congrats on Your first step to a hole new life. It is a very freeing to finally be out, no more hiding!

 

[FuryOfFirestorm]

Congrats, Dano! Your mom was very awesome for accepting you as you are.

The next step- coming out to your friends.

Good luck! 8^)

 

[greyhorse]

Dano, that is great news - so pleased for you - yes a great weight of your shoulders and now at least you can feel comfortable with yourself and youf mother at least. Wishing you all the best for your travels through life - have fun, enjoy Happy days (and nights), G

 

[canadianguy91]

Congrats
It really does lift a lot off your shoulders.
I told my mom first too, but everyone already knew.

 

[dhchitown1984]

Dano - Congratulations! It's a big step for everyone in your shoes to tell their family, and fortunately, you had the best possible reaction from your mom. These are the stories that prove to me that the world is changing for the better, and that hopefully some day, we won't even need "closets" to hide in anymore, because as your mom has shown you, it doesn't make a difference who you love.

Best of luck, and continue to keep us posted on your coming out journey.

 

[NCDogGuy]

Dano,
That. Is. Awesome!

Good job getting the courage to tell her, and bravo to her for being such an awesome mom. I imagine you do feel a burden has been lifted.

I really am happy with you. Calls for some silly dancing bananas in celebration!

 

[Dano13]

Thanks a lot, everyone, for the support!! It means a lot

Update - I told my sister and brothers the past few days and eveything went well. My sister said she new for quite a while.... Yesterday, I told my best friend and she took it in stride....said that I won't change one bit! Her first text back...She asked me when we're going to the bar

I'm not telling my dad yet...I don't think he'll take it that well. I might just wait for a bit. I need to slow down a bit I think...It's been a heck of a few days...

 

[Rolyo85]

It's great that people around you respond positively to it I had a similar experience and it feels very empowering.

But your friend is wrong - you will change a LOT. In a good way though

 

[FuryOfFirestorm]

Thanks a lot, everyone, for the support!! It means a lot

Update - I told my sister and brothers the past few days and eveything went well. My sister said she new for quite a while.... Yesterday, I told my best friend and she took it in stride....said that I won't change one bit! Her first text back...She asked me when we're going to the bar

I'm not telling my dad yet...I don't think he'll take it that well. I might just wait for a bit. I need to slow down a bit I think...It's been a heck of a few days...

Hopefully your dad will accept you too...at least you'll still have the support of your family and friends. Even if your dad "freaks out" at first, he'll come around eventually.

Good luck! 8^)

 

[gameboy 11]

Nice, Dano! Take it slow. Eventually tell some of your friends too. But this is a great start! Now you two can probably start talking about what guys are hot on TV and stuff (when you're not around your father, etc.). This is good.