Came out to my aunt tonight, and she was so supportive that she offered to be with me when I come out to my parents. I really couldn't believe it. I also learned that my cousin is bisexual even though she married a guy. Kind of unreal how well it went.
That's really nice to hear I always feel happy when I read posts like this. I think it's awesome that your aunt is supportive.
I honestly thought the line "it's getting better" was a crock, but I think people's attitudes are changing. This aunt I am very close to, but she's rather conservative. She actually keeps a gun on her mantle when my uncle is at work. lol.
CONGRATS BUDDY! You're so brave. I'm literally shaking at the moment (like, for real) thinking about coming out to my mom today because she just asked my sister again if she thinks I'm gay. She also went on a rant of some sorts. Ugg, I hate being gay sometimes. It makes life so hard and depressing.
It's hard to be Christian and gay/bi, but we must remember who we are. I hope and pray all goes well. I just feel like I'm blindsiding people when coming out, that's why I am so nervous. I am working from the outside in as far as telling close family. That way I have backup if God forbid I get disowned. My dad and my mom are pretty well off; I'd have a lot to lose if I got cut out of an inheritance. Does this sound greedy? Maybe, but I am dirt poor.
Congratulations on coming out to your aunt! It is absolutely fantastic that she was/is so supportive, and is willing to be there for you during your coming out. Even thought your aunt is conservative, it looks like that she is still really open minded and is willing to help out. Well done!
Yeah, that side of the family is messed up when it comes to drinking and anger issues. She basically said, "who on this side of the family has room to talk even if they do disapprove?"
