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blinker ([personal profile] blinker) wrote2002-05-08 08:53 am

Making a statement

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.

This is not what you want to hear

[identity profile] nmc.livejournal.com 2002-05-08 08:48 am (UTC)(link)
Argh. "Make a statement" might as well be "flaunt your sexuality." They mean the same thing.

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

Not a bad idea. Maybe you should sign her up for a mailing list or two.