came out of the closet and told you they were a homosexual?
Just to see where the answers are coming from would you please put you current residence (i.g. London, Dublin, New York, etc)?
2007-10-18 08:13:21 · 81 answers · asked by Anonymous in Entertainment & Music ➔ Polls & Surveys
My childs sexuality is their decision. :) I wouldn't have a reaction, I'd just be happy that my child felt comfortable enough to be honest with me. -Michigan
2007-10-18 08:16:57 · answer #1 · answered by Fo Sho! 4 · 10⤊ 1⤋
I have a son and I have thought this threw many a times over the years. Unconditional love has to be unconditional. That doesn’t mean I have to like or agree with every choice he makes, but it does mean I love him no matter what. I would talk to him and help him understand the consequences of the life he has chosen and let him know that I am here for him. I live in Houston, but I come from a smaller town in which being Homosexual wasn’t all that much accepted. I believe in my heart that this is the right thing approach to that situation. My son is not gay, but that would make no difference in how I felt about him.
2007-10-18 08:19:27 · answer #2 · answered by Twigits 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I am in the Minneapolis/Saint Paul metro area.
I would be as supportive and loving as possible. It takes a lot of courage for someone to "come out of the closet." I don't have a problem with homosexuals and don't see what the big deal is, although I grew up in a very conservative household.
2007-10-18 08:18:12 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 0⤋
I don't actually have a kid but this is what i would probably think.. I wouldn't care less, they are my daughter/son so I would be pleased that they have come out of the closet with it. Yeah I would rather them be straight but that's life, you can't just wreck their lives and force them to love someone that ain't what they want. That's just sad.. I would be happy that they shared this information with me and then I would treat them no differently to what i already do because I love them.
and Northamptonshire.. ain't saying where though sorry..
2007-10-18 08:22:06 · answer #4 · answered by x07denise07x 1 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I think a lot of the time, the parents already know their children are homosexuals but are in denial about it. Children often show from an early age that they are not like others their age. This should not be a surprise for the parents unless they already were in a state of denial.
2007-10-18 08:19:32 · answer #5 · answered by RoVale 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
WOW that is a tough question. I have a 13 year old girl and she is an only child. If she came to me I would probably tell her that I still love her regardless of her sexual preference but I would tell her to be respectful about it meaning not to over expose herself in front of young kids that probably still don't understand why some people kiss other people from the same sex. But regardless I will still love her and give her all my support.
San Jose, CA
2007-10-18 08:18:20 · answer #6 · answered by lasvegasgurl 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You know, no matter what, a parent still loves their kid. Not being a part of their life can be hell for all involved. Some form of meaningful acceptance combined with love and understanding will keep a strong relationship with a son or daughter intact for the sake of all.
2007-10-18 08:24:50 · answer #7 · answered by carmelcavalier 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I live in Virginia. Actually my husband & I have talked about this.. I guess I would be a bit disapointed but it would not change how I felt about him. I love him so much and what ever makes him happy, will make me happy. I think its hard for straight people to understand what makes someone homosexual. I honostly have experienced both, I know that I prefer men, though. In my mind, I picture him growing up and getting married to a woman and having children. Needless to say that may not be what he pictures in his future. You can't pick who someone loves.... And I could not personally not love him because of it...
2007-10-18 08:23:39 · answer #8 · answered by destinyrose232000 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
America.
I wouldn't care. It's there life not mine. Whatever makes them happy is all that matters. It's always upsetting when people bring up The Book, it's not their life. Why do they care so much. Love isn't just between a man and a women, that's so idiotic how your reporductive system says what you can and can't be. I wouldn't care though, I'd be happy they found out who they were and stopped questioning themselve.
2007-10-18 08:19:47 · answer #9 · answered by Bliss 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I would explain my reasons for the discontent of their choices, and ask where did the desire to be with the same sex come from, and how long had they felt that they were attracted to the same sex. I would also, let them know that although I don't agree with their choice of lifestyle, they are still my family and I would not want to jeopardize our relationship over something as small as this.
By the way, I have daughters, and this seems to be harder on mothers for daughters, than mothers with sons.
Than move on!
The South
2007-10-18 08:18:10 · answer #10 · answered by Janice Dickinsons' Shrink 6 · 4⤊ 0⤋
I am orginally from Texas now for the last 2 yrs residing in ND and if my son or daughter told me I was homosexual I would NOT care! Fact is you do not chose who you love and if they are happy thats all that matters to me.
My age is 36 I have 2 children a daughter who was 14 (she passed on labor day) and a son who is 17 months old.
2007-10-18 08:16:31 · answer #11 · answered by texas_angel_wattitude 6 · 9⤊ 1⤋