KristenB's blog

As the proud daughter of a feminist lesbian, I've had my share of marches and rally's. I've also had my political disagreements with my Mom and her partner. I do respect their opinions and appreciate the pride it instilled me as a girl growing up.

It's amazing to me how much I picked up about my Mom and her decisions as I've gone through life.

My Mom came out to me when I was 8. At that time I just understood that my Mom loved a woman instead of a man and that other people wouldn't like it, so I had to keep it a secret.

By the time I graduated from high school, I understood my Mom had to leave two kids behind (with my Dad), which couldn't have been easy. I also understood that she couldn't tell the majority of her family the truth. I couldn't imagine how difficult that was.

What are some of the differences between you and your kids? Every wonder what your kids need to help them when they leave your GLBT home and go out into the adult world? Want some advice on how to support your children in becoming their own individual person? Read the answers in my article at http://www.therainbowbabies.com/DifferenceKids.html. Feel free to comment on it here or send suggestions for other articles you'd like to see.

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Kristen Beireis, Life Enthusiast
http://RainbowInMe.AmazingSteps.com

Okay, so I'm noticing a common thread amongst us adults with GLBT parents. We feel it is our responsibility to take care of our parents. I grew up with the assumption that I am responsible for keeping the "bad people" away from my Moms. I had to make sure word didn't get to the "wrong people" that my Moms were gay.

In adulthood, we feel we have to help our parents deal with the adversity of being GLBT. It's our job to make sure our parents don't suffer because of who they are. It's our job to fight for gay rights and march in parades and speak out about gay families.

Yup, I have some rainbow in me. I was raised by my Lesbian Mom and her partner and I am so grateful for that experience! There are many benefits of being raised in the GLBT community. There are some drawbacks too. All in all, my childhood taught be about honesty, open-mindedness and love.

I have great pride for my Mom, who divorced my Dad when I was very young. She knew she couldn't pretend to be something she wasn't and I admire her for leaving my brother's behind as she raised me. I can imagine it wasn't an easy decision.