I am a grandmother with a newly ¨out¨ grandson.....well, out to a few anyway. Seeking information and understanding of the community and a safe haven and resource for him. If I find empty closets to be that haven, I will most likely recommend it to him then silently exit. Not sure he would want me hanging around even if I promised not to lurk. Any recommended forums or threads that would give me a quick overview, anyone? Thanks
Hello, I think it is a great idea to introduce him to a forum, but also, I would ask him to see if there ia a gay straight alliance club at his school. I am currently in one, and from personal experience, it helps a lot to physically be with a community they he would personally know.
Thank you, I agree it would be best for him to interact one on one with other lgbt youth. Although I put Dallas as our location, we actually live about an hour away. I am aware of a resource in Dallas and we could possibly get him there several times per month, would that help? Our school district does not have a gay straight alliance and I have not been able to find an Allie Group in our county.
Got to say you are the coolest grandma ever. I haven't come out to mine, and am completely jealous because I am 99% sure her response still be the opposite of yours.(*hug*)
Thank you, random, that is a very sweet and kind compliment! Take your time but don´t give up on your grandmother. Know that parent´s, grandparent´s and other relative´s first reaction will oft times be a fearful one. Fearful for what the gay person will face and yes, fearful of how the revelation will reflect on them. Good luck, hon.....and I love the ¨glitter in my veins¨ tag!
Hi there, and welcome to Empty Closets! It's absolutely wonderful that you are trying to support your grandson and that you are trying to find a safe place for him. Empty Closets is a safe space, place to hang out, and receive support from. If you have any questions about Empty Closets please feel free to ask. You are also more than welcome to create a thread in Ask The Staff, to ask questions or raise concerns that you might have.
You are one of the coolest grandmas I have ever seen . Your grandson should be really happy to have you along with him in this situation. I have seen many people who think this as the biggest offense and also have not understood their feelings. :icon_bigg
