When Your 7-Year-Old Son Announces, 'I'm Gay'
What do you guys think about this?
It's awesome that the parents are so affirming and positive and supportive. But is 7 truly old enough to know? I mean, I recall being attracted to some boys from a young age, but it was fleeting and obscure. Is it really possible to know before puberty? I dunno.
My fear, however, is that it's only a matter of time until he becomes a target. We all know that society - especially kids who are parroting what they hear and see at home - aren't going to be as loving in their response as his parents are. I'd hate to see the kid become a pariah. Not everyone is going to think he's an "awesome" little snowflake like his parents do.
We see how some parents freak about gay-affirming library books. Imagine how some might act if their 2nd grader comes home and says they have a gay friend.
On the other hand, we know kids are clean slates, so maybe if they're exposed to someone who is gay from such a young age will lead to more acceptance and less homophobia as they grow up. Where there's a sense of normalcy.
His parents are amazing...I just hope it turns out well in the long run for the little dude.
(And yes, I know that Rusty Is A Homosexual)
It's awesome that the parents are so affirming and positive and supportive. But is 7 truly old enough to know? I mean, I recall being attracted to some boys from a young age, but it was fleeting and obscure. Is it really possible to know before puberty? I dunno.
My fear, however, is that it's only a matter of time until he becomes a target. We all know that society - especially kids who are parroting what they hear and see at home - aren't going to be as loving in their response as his parents are. I'd hate to see the kid become a pariah. Not everyone is going to think he's an "awesome" little snowflake like his parents do.
We see how some parents freak about gay-affirming library books. Imagine how some might act if their 2nd grader comes home and says they have a gay friend.
On the other hand, we know kids are clean slates, so maybe if they're exposed to someone who is gay from such a young age will lead to more acceptance and less homophobia as they grow up. Where there's a sense of normalcy.
His parents are amazing...I just hope it turns out well in the long run for the little dude.
(And yes, I know that Rusty Is A Homosexual)