From the day you were born, I’ve watched you and known you. I was there for the “pink phase” and the “death metal phase” and the phase you told us wasn’t a phase, the one where you “came out” as gay. That was confusing to us because – but you like boys. You always liked boys.
Yes, you explained, but you’re gay because … you think of yourself as a boy.
All I could think, all I can think is: I love you. We love you. Continue to teach us how.
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This is my post for Friday Fictioneers, in response to Rochelle and Roger’s eye-catching (haha) prompt, coming in just under the wire, I hope. It’s been a long week. Hope all who read this have/had a great weekend!
Anne Higa 
Funny and sad and wise
Beautiful and emotional, that comes through so well. That’s how all parents should deal with this: accept and love.
Welcome to challenge of 100 words to a picture prompt. Enjoyed you story.
finally, out of the closet. the real challenge begins.
Unconditional love is something all deserve but not all receive. Well done.
Here’s mine!
Dear Anne,
I love this. The internal workings of a mother are so well spoken. Good job.
Shalom,
Rochelle
PS As you can see my comments are coming just under the wire. 😉 Busy week here, too.
Powerful write, Anne. I can feel the mothers lack of knowledge
but the want to be informed. The questions, the doubts and the
confusion are all palpable. Excellent ….
Stay Safe 😷 Isadora 😎
These parents are to be commended and I’m glad she was brave enough and trusted them enough to tell them.