December 23, 2010

Coming Out at Christmas

By Joe
Coming Out at Christmas – London Gay Men’s Chorus
When I came out (albeit, under duress) to my parents, it was a Christmastime.  It was not my choice, and I would have either chosen a better time or never told them at all.  I can’t say that coming out at Christmas is the best time, but it is up to you.  There is always drama to coming out, even if your family is very accepting, it is still dramatic to you.  If you are going home to spend time with your family, or seeing family you don’t see often, then the holidays are full of drama as well.  Needless to say, that Christmas 6 years ago today when my parents found out I was gay was dramatic.

About Joe

I began my life in the South and for five years lived as a closeted teacher, but am now making a new life for myself as an oral historian in New England. I think my life will work out the way it was always meant to be. That doesn't mean there won't be ups and downs; that's all part of life. It means I just have to be patient. I feel like October 7, 2015 is my new birthday. It's a beginning filled with great hope. It's a second chance to live my life…not anyone else's. My profile picture is "David and Me," 2001 painting by artist Steve Walker. It happens to be one of my favorite modern gay art pieces. View all posts by Joe
This entry was posted on Thursday, December 23rd, 2010 at 2:01 pm and posted in Coming Out, Video. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 feed.

3 responses to “Coming Out at Christmas”

  • jaygeemmm
    December 23rd, 2010 at 10:15 am

    I actually came out to my sister's best friend (of probably 35 years) the other night. She mentioned stopping by to see dad and me, and I mentioned maybe not being here. She asked why and I just said "screw it" and gave her the blog addy…ten minutes later she was reading post after post and commenting!No drama there!Merry Christmas!Peace <3Jay

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  • M@rvin
    December 24th, 2010 at 3:35 am

    Merry Xmas! Here's hoping this holiday season is less stressful for you.

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  • JoeBlow
    December 24th, 2010 at 8:35 pm

    Jay, this time of year makes for an interesting time to come out.M@rvin, it is much less stressful. I just go with the flow.

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