TurboDieselBandit
November 23rd, 2012, 05:36 AM
I saved my situation and rambling for the end. I think I'm about to do the unthinkable because its 4:30am and I cant sleep knowing what I read an hour ago.
Read more: http://www.rollingstone.com/politics/news/one-towns-war-on-gay-teens-20120202#ixzz2D2Mchny0
My Summary
This article basically tells the story of the Anoka-Hennepin school district in Minnesota where there is currently a war on sexuality which has been going on for sometime. Many people accuse the district of "cultivating an extreme anti-gay environment" and argue that they continue to ignore this blaring issue. Within the past two years, 9 students have committed suicide and many are linked to the result of sexuality based bullying. Local evangelicals inspired by congressional representative Michele Bachmann have created much of the lack of sexual toleration and support school events like "Day of Truth" and "No Homo Promo" that build on their "Anti-gay" ideas.
Highlights you should read:
Halfway down the first page, a girl named Sam takes her life.
Halfway down page 2 a 14 year old bisexual boy comes out to his parents and tells you their accepting reaction, especially from the fauther.
Halfway down page 3 the story of the 14 year old boy's mother finding him in his room.
Page 4 continues to show how terrible the "straight" students can be and shows the continual denial of administration responsibility.
Page 5 near the end is a touching story that one student is courageous enough to share with the class.
This has really helped push me to do the unthinkable, to come out to my mom and sisters who I know doesn't support homosexuality; though they are NOTHING like the people in this story. I've had these bisexual feelings for over 8 years and shouldn't have to hold it in anymore. :cry2: My mom is very loving and a great person, I just don't know what to expect since no one in the family is Bi. We are a Christian house hold, not extreme or conservative, but it still stresses me out even more. I know I must "live the life I love and love the life I live" and I'm pretty sure I'm bisexual, I don't know how it happened but I cant deny its the case. My family has been the last people on my list of people to come out to because I admire them and don't want to loose their approval but who knows, maybe its my turn to have a my own "Just came out" thread.!!!
I'm so confused and its making me restless, I value anything you all may post so please post if you wish. I don't want to make a big mistake but I also want to live the life of total acceptance. It really shocked me to read about this and I would love for you all to share any of your concerns as well; its not all about me.
Read more: http://www.rollingstone.com/politics/news/one-towns-war-on-gay-teens-20120202#ixzz2D2Mchny0
My Summary
This article basically tells the story of the Anoka-Hennepin school district in Minnesota where there is currently a war on sexuality which has been going on for sometime. Many people accuse the district of "cultivating an extreme anti-gay environment" and argue that they continue to ignore this blaring issue. Within the past two years, 9 students have committed suicide and many are linked to the result of sexuality based bullying. Local evangelicals inspired by congressional representative Michele Bachmann have created much of the lack of sexual toleration and support school events like "Day of Truth" and "No Homo Promo" that build on their "Anti-gay" ideas.
Highlights you should read:
Halfway down the first page, a girl named Sam takes her life.
Halfway down page 2 a 14 year old bisexual boy comes out to his parents and tells you their accepting reaction, especially from the fauther.
Halfway down page 3 the story of the 14 year old boy's mother finding him in his room.
Page 4 continues to show how terrible the "straight" students can be and shows the continual denial of administration responsibility.
Page 5 near the end is a touching story that one student is courageous enough to share with the class.
This has really helped push me to do the unthinkable, to come out to my mom and sisters who I know doesn't support homosexuality; though they are NOTHING like the people in this story. I've had these bisexual feelings for over 8 years and shouldn't have to hold it in anymore. :cry2: My mom is very loving and a great person, I just don't know what to expect since no one in the family is Bi. We are a Christian house hold, not extreme or conservative, but it still stresses me out even more. I know I must "live the life I love and love the life I live" and I'm pretty sure I'm bisexual, I don't know how it happened but I cant deny its the case. My family has been the last people on my list of people to come out to because I admire them and don't want to loose their approval but who knows, maybe its my turn to have a my own "Just came out" thread.!!!
I'm so confused and its making me restless, I value anything you all may post so please post if you wish. I don't want to make a big mistake but I also want to live the life of total acceptance. It really shocked me to read about this and I would love for you all to share any of your concerns as well; its not all about me.