That is my question of the week. Are you proud of being gay. I am torn half the time. I want to be able to actually get married? Have a kid(s), the white picket fence, everything. Why can't i have that. I am proud to be who i am but no one else seems to want me to be. Tell me what you think.
2006-09-24 18:32:15 · 21 answers · asked by Ben 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Cultures & Groups ➔ Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender
λ I’m no more “PROUD” of being Gay than having pride in the ability to laugh, to cry when I'm sad or that I'm able to walk and to breathe; to appreciate the inspiration that a beautiful sunrise evokes, even though I don't fully understand why.
λ I'm not "proud" that I can gaze upon an exquisite painting and recognize the magnificent talent that created it.
λ I'm not "proud" to stand in awe in a silent field at midnight as the many wonders and miracles of nature surround me, or to know the gentle caress of the man I love who stands at my side.
λ Am I "proud" to be blessed with these elements that are but a few of the many facets of my life that when combined comprise the very essence of my being? NO.
λ Ask me if I'm THANKFUL for all of these things and I'll answer you with a resounding, YES!
Have pride in BEING YOURSELF because of WHO you are ... not 'what' you are.
Best Wishes!
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I approach all people equally. I give each person the level of respect and high regard we all deserve -- by believing everyone is either my Gay or Lesbian brother or sister.
2006-09-24 21:16:38 · answer #1 · answered by Specious λ Neurotica 3 · 3⤊ 1⤋
Who says you can't have all those things while being gay? There are tons of gay couples out there who still live that "All-American Dream".
Personally, I am proud that I am a good person, who is thoughtful, caring, and considerate. I am proud that I live by the golden rule, "do unto others as you would have them do unto you". I am proud of who I am... and I am a gay man. So, I guess I could say that I am proud of being gay.
2006-09-25 11:32:52 · answer #2 · answered by pceej 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'm proud to be the man I am and so should you.
You can still have kids and the white fence and everything even if you're gay.
By the way I'm GAY.
2006-09-25 06:15:21 · answer #3 · answered by The Greek Guy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I didn't expect some of the responses thus far. That being said, I love 'em!
I too feel no more pride in that than anything else. Not being a very sexual person at all anyways (I can take care of myself), it's probably downplayed in the face of my other attributes that are more important to me. Never cared to go to a pride-fest, never cared to display rainbows (or isn't it blue, purple and pink for bis? Eh), none of that stuff. In my day-to-day life, it doesn't even really matter that much. It's part of who I am, and that's that.
2006-09-25 07:31:34 · answer #4 · answered by emanmetal911 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm proud of who i am and the fact that I'm a lesbian doesn't change that. I want all the same things. i want marriage and a family of my own and i will one day have that whether the government views it legal or not. who are they to say what i can and can't have, right? just remember you are they way you are and that can't be changed so why the hell shouldn't you be proud of who you are.
2006-09-25 02:14:09 · answer #5 · answered by angelic_devil30 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'm kinda torn on that question..on one hand I'm no more proud of being gay than I am of having blue eyes or blonde hair...it's just who I am..
...but I am proud to be gay because of the way the gay communty has looked after itself..particularly after the early AIDS crisis and all...I'm canadian married and gay.
I'm proud of who I am...I'm a kind honest hardworking individual...I don't allow hate into my head it's a waste of time and energy...so yes on that level I am proud to be gay because it is part of what defines me.
2006-09-25 01:41:52 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
I am bi. Well, bi-curious. But I am proud of who I am. And you should be proud of who you are, too, Sweetie. Go get your white picket fence. Get your babies (Artificial incemination(sp?)) And get married (Go somewhere to make it official.) You can do what you want. This is the new generation and I say don't ever be ashame for who you are. It's hard, I understand, and someday, I have to face this with my father who is very, VERY against homoesexuality, and bisexuality. But you know what? Things are changing. One day, you will have everything you want. Nice question.
2006-09-25 01:51:28 · answer #7 · answered by LetosGurl85 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
i am proud every day of being me....i am proud of our kids all 9 of them ....i work hard and i have proved i am able to do the job better then any one i work with ( i am a mechanic) i am proud of my wife she too works hard and is proud of being a cop
you should be proud of your self and what you can do and not worry about anyone else
2006-09-25 10:36:15 · answer #8 · answered by Dee H 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, I'm not proud to be gay. Homosexuality is not an achievement. It is merely a state of being, like being born with blue eyes. How much of an idiot would I sound if I said "I am so proud to have been born with blue eyes?"
2006-09-25 04:51:50 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
i am proud to be the person i am, and i happen to be gay. thats not something to be proud of or ashamed of anymore than being heterosexual is. i have nothing to do with it, thats all genetics. but my motto is do something every day of which you can be proud. that includes helping my "family" by being an hiv prevention counselor and by living my life openly as an example to all. i truly am free gay and happy!
2006-09-25 05:29:41 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋