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  1. MaggieMay

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    I'm the mother of two wonderful children. One of whom (18 yr old college student) recently informed me that he is bisexual & currently dating a guy. He has only told two people so far, one being me & the other his sister. I have to admit it was a shock to me, but I love him no less. I know it had to be very difficult for him to tell me. I always will love him & be there for him no matter what - he knows that too. I am, however, still trying to wrap my head around "the news"... and it has given me a whole new set of worries.

    Anyway, I came across your website/forum and upon checking it out a bit decided I might find some support and advice here. :slight_smile: So, I will say Hello & I hope you will bear with me if I ask some dumb questions as I sort through my emotions.
     
    #1 MaggieMay, Nov 25, 2012
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    Welcome, you sound like a wonderful mother, your son is very lucky to have you.

    Feel free to ask whatever you want, we are a very friendly community
     
    #2 Mlpguy88, Nov 25, 2012
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    Welcome! You are an awesome mom!
     
    #3 HelloMyNameIs, Nov 25, 2012
  4. Andrew91

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    You are a very awesome mother indeed, more parents should strive to be like you! It would make a world of difference for all of us if our parents would be supportive no matter what!
     
    #4 Andrew91, Nov 25, 2012
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    Hello and Welcome!!
     
    #5 BradThePug, Nov 25, 2012
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    It's great that parents like you are trying to become educated and accept their kids for what they are. Congrats :slight_smile: and welcome!
     
    #6 SparkDT, Nov 25, 2012
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    Welcome to the EC :smilewave

    Ask any questions you like :icon_bigg
     
    #7 Rachyl, Nov 25, 2012
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    Welcome :]
     
    #8 Phoenix, Nov 25, 2012
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    Hello and welcome.

    (That intro about your son sounds so cute in my head.. maybe I just read it in a cutesy tone :stuck_out_tongue_closed_eyes:)
     
    #9 Ticklish Fish, Nov 25, 2012
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    Welcome! You sound like an awesome mother. :thumbsup: ask anything you want were here to help!
     
    #10 speedboy3, Nov 25, 2012
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    Welcome to EC. I'm glad to hear about parent(s) can be accepting of their child's sexuality. You go, Mom! : )
     
    #11 Nocturnal, Nov 25, 2012
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    This is exactly how I'd like my mum to react. Your boy is very lucky to have you.
     
    #12 LiquidSwords, Nov 25, 2012
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    Thank you, everyone, for making me feel welcome here :slight_smile:

    I've literally only known for a few days & I'm still processing things. I'm thankful that my son and I have a good relationship & that he feels comfortable & safe with me. I still have mixed emotions because I know that having people judge him based on his sexual identity will not be easy. I don't want to see either of my children hurt, ever!
     
    #13 MaggieMay, Nov 25, 2012
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    Welcome to EC. We're happy to offer any support and answers we can :slight_smile:
     
    #14 AlexisAnne, Nov 25, 2012
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    I want to talk more in depth about this. Should I start a new thread somewhere else on this forum or on my wall? I hope my thoughts, observations, questions, feelings, etc., might be helpful in some way to others as well. I will appreciate your responses whole-heartedly.
     
    #15 MaggieMay, Nov 25, 2012
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    I think that the best place for you to start a thread would be in support and advice.
     
    #16 BradThePug, Nov 25, 2012
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    hello :slight_smile: so awesome that in a situation you are unsure of how to handle that you find a place that can help you out. It shows you care about your son (*hug*)
     
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    That is exactly how my mother reacted when I told her. She was so supportive that it hurt. I've since gone back in, due to uncertainty, and all that, but way to go! Your son is so lucky to have a mother like you!
     
    #18 theMaverick, Nov 25, 2012
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    Welcome to EC! You sound like a pretty awesome Mom. :grin:
     
    #19 Alan Lewrie, Nov 25, 2012
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    Welcome to ec dont worry no question is dumb and like everyone already said your an amazing mother
     
    #20 Kat kanu, Nov 25, 2012
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