Ignore this title, I couldn't think of a good name. Click it for a short story.

[mydoseofmadness]

Okies! I'm new to this site. More or less.... And most people don't know yet. I'm a lesbian, 100%. Since kindergarten, I've been best friends with this girl named Julie (her nickname is Fang), and we were really close for years after that. As I grew older, we began to spend more and more time together. She started spending more time at my house than at her own. Around 12 or so, I realized that I liked Fang, a lot, and I wanted to be with her. So, on my thirteenth birthday, I admitted my feelings to her. She gave me the best gift in the world that day. She gave me her love. At that moment in time, I decided that I would give anything for her. About 6 months later, I came out, and told my dad. I was terrified, thinking he wouldn't approve. But, he was surprisingly calm about it, saying that if being with Fang really made me feel like that, then I should be with her. I mustered up the courage to tell my mom a month later, and I was met with a lot of negative feedback. My mom's a strict Catholic, and to her, all gays must be purged. And the community where I live has given me a lot of negative feedback as well, some of which has, unfortunately, escalated to violence. But, beyond that, we have been a happy couple for over three years. Anyway... Thanks for listening. You don't have to comment if you don't want, but if you have any questions, feel free to ask.

Lauren out!

[Skyhawk]

First of wall, welcome to Virtual Teen! Be sure to read the rules. ;)

So, did anything happen between you and your mother? You mentioned that she's a strict Catholic, but you didn't say anything more.

[NitoJuanito]

First of wall, welcome to Virtual Teen! Be sure to read the rules. ;)

So, did anything happen between you and your mother? You mentioned that she's a strict Catholic, but you didn't say anything more.

Yes, I would love to hear what went on between your mom and you. It sounds interesting enough. I'm glad for you and Fang, though!!

[Noirtier]

First let me say congratulations on being together for three years, that's really incredible! Now, let me say that things get better than they are now. Once you go off to college, you'll find a much more accepting atmosphere than what you have at home, or in your hometown. If your mother doesn't accept you for who you are, then focus on your relationship with your dad. I don't know if you've done this already or not, but joining a local GSA club would help give you both some support for your relationship in the midst of this dark situation. Please know that we're all here to help and support you too, and that if you ever need anything we're always here to talk! I hope things turn out well for you two, and that you're together for a long while to come!

[mydoseofmadness]

Okay, you guys want to know what happened between me and my mom. Truth is, I haven't seen her in about 8 months. After I told her, things got pretty cold between us. Every time I went over after that, it typically involved us fighting, and me getting pissed off and getting my dad to come pick me up early. There's really not much else to say. I loathe my mom. I respect her for going through the trouble of having me, but I hate her as a person, simply for her personality. And there's really not much else to talk about.

Clint: Our relationship is pretty steady. I'm fairly certain my area doesn't have a GSA club though, of any sort. My city's kinda... Secretive. It's actually easier not to start one. And yeah, I know it'll be easier once we go to college. Thanks for the support though man!

[Skyhawk]

So your parents are divorced? Mmkay. That's good that you're away from her if you two only fight over it. Has she tried to send you to one of those ex-gay camp/therapists/whateverthey'recalleds?

[mydoseofmadness]

So your parents are divorced? Mmkay. That's good that you're away from her if you two only fight over it. Has she tried to send you to one of those ex-gay camp/therapists/whateverthey'recalleds?

Nah, they were never married. And no, my dad has full custody, but I'm allowed to visit her whenever I want. And I'd probably start a riot at that camp... I'm charismatic enough to do it.

[Skyhawk]

Nah, they were never married. And no, my dad has full custody, but I'm allowed to visit her whenever I want. And I'd probably start a riot at that camp... I'm charismatic enough to do it.

Alright. That's good that she isn't around. Fighting over one's sexuality is pointless.

Start a riot...lol.

[Avenida105]

Catholicism is probably the most contradicting of all the Christian branches, and I could probably say that its the most contradicting of all religions. I could tell you a million things but here are the basic things, God commands all of his children to "love" unconditionally the others as the person loves his or her self, there is no point in the bible where an exception is made, so yes this includes your family, crazy neighbors, robbers, murders, any type of sexual orientation. By not loving you for your decision she is breaking one of the ten commandments that are sacred in both Jewish and the Christian faith. Never in the bible God damn homosexual, the only scripture that might imply something is "man has stretch God's truth that the men starting behaving like a women and women like men" but billion conclusion can be dragged by that. Finally and most important The Bible says that God has given men free will to do what they want. Religion is supposed to free you but your mother is using it rather to enslave you and herself to a life that is based not even on scripture but rather on what the guy with the pointy hat has to say at the chapel.

My advice, let things cool off, confront her with her own belief, tell her that your dad understands you, in the end she is a mother and even though she might say oh you are lesbian I don't love you anymore it is physically and emotionally impossible for a mother to detach from her child so fast and just based upon a silly argument. I hope you can solve this issue, but most important be happy for you are brave.

[pink316]

such a good story

[Dunce]

I hope your mom comes to her senses and realizes what this girl means to you. Your town can suck it! That is such a sweet story, it's a change from most of the stuff on this website :)

[Eth_94123]

I think that is really sweet that you have been together for so long :) and I hope all that negative feedback can sometime be more positive for you! :)