I am a member of the sapphic sisterhood and I am facing a dillemma. I want to pursue my relationship but I have 2 kids and some very conservative parents.
2006-06-27 12:33:54 · 24 answers · asked by Skittles 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
Life is to short to live it unhappy. You have to be true to yourself.
2006-06-27 12:37:29 · answer #1 · answered by parshooter 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, I don't think it's an oxymoron. Gay marriage is nothing more than giving civil rights and recognition to two people who love each other just as much as any other hetero couple, if not more.
The attack on gay marriage has nothing to do with the institution of marriage. It is merely a vehicle for people confusing religious dogma and American law in an attempt to categorize and eliminate homosexuality. Homosexuality is a long-standing part of the human condition, not some passing fetish or fad.
2006-06-27 19:41:07 · answer #2 · answered by William H-P 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I advise you to not worry about what some hateful people think about gay marriage. I am not refering to your parents here, but I am referring to anyone else who might want to throw in their two cents. Also, I know that not all christians think that gay/lesbian people are immoral. I am still in high school, but if I was older and had a son or daughter, I would not criticize them for it at all. In fact, I would act no differently than if they were marrying someone of the opposite sex.
The fact is many christians, and some atheists as well, simply view gay/lesbian people as disgusting because of the sexual part of gay/lesbian relationships.
On another note, who ever said that rigidity and disrimination of gay/lesbian people and couples had to be the status quo. Finally, I'd like to say that if someone ever tells you there is no right to gay marriage in the constitution, just tell them that there is no right to "normal" marriage mentioned in the constitution either. If you need any more comebacks to anti-gay/lesbian arguments, just email code_maester@yahoo.com! Good luck with your relationship!
2006-06-27 19:50:41 · answer #3 · answered by nate7044 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hey, y make it religious? Just sign a business partnership deal with a clause that lets you do the dumping first. And make shure you get half. As for your kids, send them to boarding school where they can hang out with real people- or just ask Grandmama and Gramps for help. On second thought, nah, they helped make you turn out all twisted. So just get some girlfriends for your daughters and ya'll can all be part of the Sappic sisterhood. (Thats if u dont got no sons)
2006-06-27 19:42:10 · answer #4 · answered by freeafricangypsy 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well, getting married would mean your kids have another parent, in case anything happens to you.
This is your life. You should be able to do what will make you and your loved ones, the happiest (without causing harm to others, of course). I personally don't believe gay marriage will errode the sanctity of marriage. Divorce and infidelity does that well enough without any help.
Good luck! I wish you and your partner all the best for the future!
2006-06-27 19:41:04 · answer #5 · answered by mikah_smiles 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I just wanted to say I agree with William H-P. Civil rights are a matter which religion is not a part of. Though I may not believe that gay marriage in the sanctity of a church is right, I do believe that they should be allowed the same civil rights that my wife and I have. They shouldn't be denied health insurance from their employer because they choose a different lifestyle.
2006-06-27 19:46:07 · answer #6 · answered by colts_fan 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
In the UK it's working out great so far. Finally they are being taxed the same as hetros and are no longer able to claim double single man/woman benefits while living togther. As usual or gov had a nasty reason for allowing it.
Whoever gets you preggers may have to foot the bill once the DNA database is extended soon.
2006-06-27 19:41:24 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
neither your parents nor anyone else is living your life for you, so how can they stop you from doing something that brings you joy? As a joyful person, you can be a better mother to your kids as well as a better daughter to your parents (not to mention, fulfill your own destiny).
If any of my kids were gay, and wanted to get married to someone they love very much, I would never stand in their way. Now, my opinion on marriage itself is that it is a fairly stupid thing, often hurting more than helping ; ) But apart from the usual advice (are you sure about him/her, are they financially secure, do you really want to commit for your whole life...) I would not stand in their way, if they thought saying "I do" is what they want to do.
2006-06-27 19:40:28 · answer #8 · answered by chicawhappa-the-great 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think everyone has a right to be happy and if they want to marry they should be allowed. How can anyone tell anyone who they can and can not marry. I am straight but if my child came home and said they were gay I would be shocked but totally supportive. They would have a long road ahead of them and why make it harder by not understanding their choice. Good luck
2006-06-27 19:49:33 · answer #9 · answered by confused7873 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you were my child, I would want you to be happy.
If being happy meant that you wanted to tattoo your forehead, or wear orange all day long, or be a Republican, or be in a gay relationship, I would still love you no matter what.
You'd still be my kid. Nothing would change that.
2006-06-27 19:38:01 · answer #10 · answered by Stuart 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's not an oxymoron. No way!!! If my kids were gay, I wouldn't see them any different. I mean you love your kids. If you would disown your kid, then why bother having them. If you can find a state that will allow it, then do it! If they don't respect your decision, then they don't care about you.
2006-06-27 19:38:22 · answer #11 · answered by Doesnt Matter 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋