Well I did it....

[The_Aviator]

Hey everyone!

I did it! I'm out!

I came out to my parents last weekend. I've never felt better! Mum and Dad took it as well as expected. Got the typical hug from them both.

I decided to tell them because I didn't like living a lie to them. I wanted them to know who their son was so I just did it last Sunday morning.

I've posted threads in the 'Coming Out' area of JUB in the past and the advice I have recieved has been second to none...so to all those people who have given advice.... You're all STARS!

 

[JakeLucas]

Congratulations, my friend!

It's a great feeling, isn't it?

I'm happy for you!

 

[trawler69]

Well done Mate. Feels great doesn't it? I hope others learn from your example and take that step that they are so fearfull of and yet yearn to do so much.

 

[mega]

Well done, good for you!

 

[RicanDAB]

Hey Aviator ... a big congrats on this big step!

I had a good chance to come out to one of my best friends on Thanksgiving. We usually call each other on Thanksgiving and since we had not spoken in a while we were catching up. I was driving to Orlando during the call, and the question came up about my social life and he specifically asked whether I was dating anyone. Well, I kinda had a little freak-out in the car when he asked and I sort of successfully diverted the conversation. I REALLY want to tell him, but I found several excuses for myself to not tell him: (1) I was driving and feared I would pass out (2) I know this was going to lead to an even longer conversation and (3) I was on my anytime minutes of which I don't have that many .

I know, LAME excuses. It's not like I have not come out before, but when I have the circumstances seem more comfortable for me. I intend on telling him the next time I speak to him (ideally we will both have time to talk and I will be sitting on my sofa - knowing me, I will want to share my present and past relationships and why I was closeted for so long). I don't believe he will care and on some level he MUST know, he is not a stupid guy and must have gotten a clue when I diverted the question no matter how subtle it was. I cannot wait to post about it - I gather it would feel soooooooo good when one does about this. Aviator, I agree with you - guys on here are such an awesome support!

Coming out to my dad will be a whole other animal. Not ready to do that at all, but with all the support I have here, I hope that I will eventually.

 

[tommyj]

You shoulda said something like "um, lets talk about that one later"

 

[kce24]

Aviator Well done and congratulations pleased it all went well

 

[Andross]

Gratz! I've been out since 16 - I'm 26 now. Feels great, huh? I always tell new collegues and such, that I'm gay - to have it behind me. It is easier everytime and so far never had any problems. I hope everything goes as smoothly for you aswell.

 

[jaysizzles]

Terrific Aviator! Now you can begin to openly enjoy your life!

 

[star-warrior]

Yay! This calls for celebrations

 

[-live-]

Well done avi!!!! glad it went well for you!!

 

[Jeimuzu]

You already told me , but well done again! We're all happy for you

I agree, JUB's advice and support is fantastic.

 

[thermodynamics]

That's awesome! Way to go!

 

[thewiz]

Congrats Daviator! I'm glad it went as well as it did and when I get to London...I'll buy you a round!

 

[backpacker]

Congratulations! I'm always glad to hear of parents reacting as they should. They must be good people.

 

[Riverrick]

CONGRATULATIONS AVIATOR!!!



I always tell new colleagues and friends that I am gay to have it out of the way as well.​

 

[luminum]

Yay! ::hugs::

Congratulations!!!

You're a lucky dog

 

[Twisly]

well congratulations!

 

[Roland00]

Congrats avi ​

And on a completely unrelated subject, your new avatar HOT.......

 

[Kyanimal]

AWESOME, Dave!!!

Keep smilin'!! (Even more, now!)
Chaz