tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5401055091892091482.post2654227663358726507..comments2023-07-27T06:15:34.078-07:00Comments on INSIDE - My Life as a Gay Mormon: My Future Church LifeAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11814495288142840602noreply@blogger.comBlogger6125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5401055091892091482.post-74813889626482320782012-06-17T21:44:37.860-07:002012-06-17T21:44:37.860-07:00You're very right. It isn't until presente...You're very right. It isn't until presented with an opportunity, that we see the understanding and goodness of people. Yes, everyone has past issues, they just aren't so blessed as we to have such a controversial one. Sometimes I feel a little special because of it ;)Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12900720352902803908noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5401055091892091482.post-58245447720589827732012-06-17T21:42:32.173-07:002012-06-17T21:42:32.173-07:00Its funny Steve how being removed from the normali...Its funny Steve how being removed from the normality really sets things into a proper and health perspective. Some may never feel that want to go to church if they are still going through the motions. It's only when we are removed that the desire can really manifest. <br /><br />I really believe, like you were saying, that the awkwardness usually comes from within ourselves, and rarely, though occasionally, comes from others.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12900720352902803908noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5401055091892091482.post-50415077025179359122012-06-17T21:40:18.554-07:002012-06-17T21:40:18.554-07:00Thanks Brad!
Being myself is absolutely what I ne...Thanks Brad!<br /><br />Being myself is absolutely what I need and must do. I still have some exploring of just who I am, but I try not to hide myself either.<br /><br />I have to disagree with bring someone home for two reasons. One, I havent been on a date in a long time and have stopped looking for a guy until I move. Two, its a matter of respect. When I met the one, I will bring him home, but until that time I would not bring home just any guy I see. I wouldn't do that with a girl where the situation reversed.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12900720352902803908noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5401055091892091482.post-7076978956905411692012-06-16T18:54:07.864-07:002012-06-16T18:54:07.864-07:00People can be a lot more understanding on an indiv...People can be a lot more understanding on an individual basis than we give them credit for. Trust me, there are, many mamy people in every ward with things in their present or past that they are uncomfortable with. At least that has been my experience.ControllerOnehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04161975934417545717noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5401055091892091482.post-82164496459295488682012-06-16T08:40:39.526-07:002012-06-16T08:40:39.526-07:00When I was disfellowshipped, I discovered what it ...When I was disfellowshipped, I discovered what it meant to attend and worship because "I" wanted to be there and worship. I too felt the awkwardness at first, but later became comfortable with my status. A few years have passed, and I am just beginning to understand God's love for me regardless of my perceptions of self-worth. I know he loves me, even as I sloppily work through life experiences. <br /><br />God bless,<br />SteveBravonehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02762204502534599107noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5401055091892091482.post-3373206509196315082012-06-16T08:26:01.027-07:002012-06-16T08:26:01.027-07:00Tough situation but not impossible. Remember you a...Tough situation but not impossible. Remember you are an adult now and you should expect (and require)that your parents treat you that way. Be YOU and be honest. If you're going to live with your parent be tactful but open about your interests and the guys you meet. I think you SHOULD bring your dates home occasionally to meet your parents. It may be uncomfortable at first but they will see that you are happy dating guys and they will adjust. Openness and honesty breeds trust and love. Good luck and keep smiling!! Bradmohoguyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14546776654420263679noreply@blogger.com