It's taken a while, but I can honestly say that my parents like my partner.
At first, they didn't. It wasn't a personal thing as they'd never met her. They were just shocked and disappointed and whatever. I suppose it had to be expected, I was not only leaving a 17 yr marriage, but 'taking up with lesbians' too! Plus, Mom considers herself religious and that got in the way.
We've always lived far apart, my parents and I, so there weren't many ways they could express their displeasure. They didn't want to hear anything about Lou, and our phone convos didn't happen often, but otherwise we
What an awesome story! I know that there can be day to day issues, but it sounds like your family is wonderful. Change is always hard, any kind of change, and it does take time to adjust to things. I say "good for you!"
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It's taken a while, but I can honestly say that my parents like my partner.
At first, they didn't. It wasn't a personal thing as they'd never met her. They were just shocked and disappointed and whatever. I suppose it had to be expected, I was not only leaving a 17 yr marriage, but 'taking up with lesbians' too! Plus, Mom considers herself religious and that got in the way.
We've always lived far apart, my parents and I, so there weren't many ways they could express their displeasure. They didn't want to hear anything about Lou, and our phone convos didn't happen often, but otherwise we
That's a really sweet story, Nony. Thanks for sharing. Made me tear up too.
Hugs
Nony,
What an awesome story! I know that there can be day to day issues, but it sounds like your family is wonderful. Change is always hard, any kind of change, and it does take time to adjust to things. I say "good for you!"
Hugs
Blue
PS I need some m and me's. Got any left?
Awwww!
Of course I do darlin!!
*beeeeep*
I hope she gets to that accepting place soon, Storm.
Can I ask how long you've been with Lisa?
Thanks Nony...we've been together just short of a year.
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