Mum of 2 teens... I've realised I'm gay

Discussion in 'Coming Out Advice' started by Scaredofitall, Sep 6, 2013.

  1. Rolando4

    Full Member

    Joined:
    Jul 18, 2013
    Messages:
    96
    Likes Received:
    0
    Location:
    Chicago, IL
    As the son of a great mother, I'd want my mom to be happy... So I'm sure your kids would understand... it may take a while, but it is a huge change. You deserve to be happy as well so don't try to hide who you are :slight_smile:.
     
  2. Scaredofitall

    Regular Member

    Joined:
    Sep 6, 2013
    Messages:
    27
    Likes Received:
    0
    Location:
    UK
    Gender:
    Female
    Sexual Orientation:
    Questioning
  3. Scaredofitall

    Regular Member

    Joined:
    Sep 6, 2013
    Messages:
    27
    Likes Received:
    0
    Location:
    UK
    Gender:
    Female
    Sexual Orientation:
    Questioning
    I told my doctor... I said the words 'I am gay'... No tears, just matter of fact:slight_smile:
     
  4. Scaredofitall

    Regular Member

    Joined:
    Sep 6, 2013
    Messages:
    27
    Likes Received:
    0
    Location:
    UK
    Gender:
    Female
    Sexual Orientation:
    Questioning
    I told my kids.... They were ok. I was the one that cried... A lot! My son is worried homosexuality is hereditary. My daughter wondered why I wouldn't fancy her because in her words , she is fit, lol. That gave us a laugh. I'm glad I told them. Just got to tell the partner...
     
  5. Dragonbait

    Dragonbait Guest

    Wow! Scared, good for you! Does it feel like a massive weight is off your shoulders? Congratulations. My guess is that you've crossed the most emotionally difficult hurdle, the next is the logistical one? But it sounds like you're on a roll - hoping all continues to go so well for you!
     
  6. Scaredofitall

    Regular Member

    Joined:
    Sep 6, 2013
    Messages:
    27
    Likes Received:
    0
    Location:
    UK
    Gender:
    Female
    Sexual Orientation:
    Questioning

    Thanks:slight_smile: I do feel a lot better for it. They also understand there could be implications in terms of the house, but yes they want me to be happy. I'm a bit of an emotional wreck... On top of the world one minute and crying the next.
     
  7. Dragonbait

    Dragonbait Guest

    Ha! I know that feeling all too well. I call it my emotional pendulum and I've been riding it in an extremely wide arc for the past month or so. I understand the house thing too, we're getting ready to put ours up for sale. I'm trying to look at it as a completely new start. It helps, at least when the pendulum is on the upswing. :dry:
     
  8. Scaredofitall

    Regular Member

    Joined:
    Sep 6, 2013
    Messages:
    27
    Likes Received:
    0
    Location:
    UK
    Gender:
    Female
    Sexual Orientation:
    Questioning
    I'm not on my own then :slight_smile:
     
  9. Scaredofitall

    Regular Member

    Joined:
    Sep 6, 2013
    Messages:
    27
    Likes Received:
    0
    Location:
    UK
    Gender:
    Female
    Sexual Orientation:
    Questioning
    Okay, my sister and best friend now know. I wimped out and texted... They both came round. They hugged me and I cried... But it's done.
     
  10. Dragonbait

    Dragonbait Guest

    Wow! You are just breaking down that closet door, aren't you?

    :eusa_clap (!) (!!) :eusa_danc :thumbsup:

    There, that's my little dance party for you. Congrats. How's it feel?
     
  11. Scaredofitall

    Regular Member

    Joined:
    Sep 6, 2013
    Messages:
    27
    Likes Received:
    0
    Location:
    UK
    Gender:
    Female
    Sexual Orientation:
    Questioning
    Haha dragon bait :slight_smile: that comment makes me smile:slight_smile: I guess I am! But only to select ppl. One person to go and that's it, no one else needs to know. It actually feels good. I've been talking to a woman online for a few days too and that feels fab!