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Oct 22, 2010 at 3:58pm
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I was a twig thin, thick glasses, shy and abused child, so when I started school I was already a 'victim' and the kids knew it. I tried to kill myself six times before I was out of high school and I've had an ongoing battle with depression and suicide ever since, so I can totally relate. The fact that I've got two sons (three if you add in Dan's son) who are gay - the oldest is a schizophrenic to boot and they have had some tough times. The main thing I found is that more than anything else, they need to be able to talk to someone about the bullying and attacks. It's so hard to keep your feelings bottled up and it starts eating at your soul. I understand that it's hard for a parent to hear that your son or daughter is gay. If they are like me they had this vision of his/her future and learning that it isn't going to happen can be heartbreaking. And then you have the daily worry that your child is going to be attacked: physically, mentally, emotionally, makes it that much harder. It's a hard row to hoe. Brooke, you are doing a great thing with this forum and if I can, in any way, help you - please, let me know! Okay? I can pull from both sides of this issue, the parent and the child. God Bless You! ** Images For Use By Upgraded+ Only ** |
