Real Stories
Real Stories from parents and kids about coming out and acceptance
Will’s Coming Out Story
January 18, 2012
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If I had to give a reason I think most LGBT people are afraid to come out, it would have to be judgment. No matter the family you come from or the religion you believe in, there is always a chance that someone important in your life will judge you. It’s this fear that stops many of us from [...]
Tiffany’s Coming Out Story
January 18, 2012
Deciding to come out can be one of the hardest decisions for a LGBT person to make. It could mean anything from losing close friends to family turning their backs on you. On the flipside, it could mean being brought closer to family and friends who choose to support and defend you. Many teens, such [...]
A real coming out letter from a friend
November 2, 2011
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A friend of ours, Aron Meltzner, shared his coming out letter with us. It is a beautiful heartfelt letter to his parents about his feelings as he came out to them. He has given us permission to share this very personal letter with all of you. He has since married his long time boyfriend, Nick and [...]
Audio of our Trans Panel of Aug 21st 2011
September 18, 2011
On Aug 21st 2011, we had an incredible panel of trans individuals who shared their stories and experiences. Here’s audio of that panel :- (more…)
Brian Kraemer’s journey home
April 10, 2011
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Brian Kraemer has certainly had an interesting journey exploring his sexuality in the context of religion. You can read his story here. He recently went on air with KKXX Chico Christian radio and debated and talked about his being gay and Christian and his journey. Makes for some very interesting [...]
Comfortable Coming Out
February 1, 2011
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Amanda’s Story
Coming out as a lesbian was an hours-long ordeal for Amanda Brandino. At 15 years old, Brandino told her best friend she had a secret. After about three hours of sidestepping, that friend became the first person Brandino told she was gay. “She was sort of shocked. She almost [...]
“At this point I would not change a thing” ~ Sarah
September 1, 2010
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Sarah talks about how she and her husband accepted their lesbian daughter and soon welcomed her family!