Making a statement

[blinker]

Kelly's not coming to New York with me in June for my little brother's high school graduation. Last night, I asked my mother if it would be okay for her to come with me. Her response?

"I don't think it's an appropriate time to make a statement."

After much clarification and "I'm just concerned for the kids", it became apparent that that meant "no." I suppose I should cut her some slack, because she's only had 7 YEARS to get used to the possibility that I might someday wind up in a committed relationship with another woman.

I really should have followed through on the plan to have her trapped in an elevator with a dozen PFLAG members.

Comments

[treacle-well.livejournal.com]

Aaargh. That "make a statement" phrase in your original entry jumped right out at me; sorry she looks at it that way. Not that I think there's anything wrong with making a statement, but in this case it seems clear to me that it's certainly not the only possible motivation. Sheesh. And it's not like there aren't plenty of heterosexual couples who to some extent flaunt their married status or coupleness in a way that also seems to be "making a statement."

Sorry you're still dealing with this attitude after so long. Kelly seems like a real gem. Definitely not someone to be left behind in a car--though I have to admit that the though is amusing--and it would certainly "make a statement" wouldn't it?