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Yes there are many piece of shit parents who would assault their children or kick them out. There are many parents who abuse their children for no reason at all and even more who do to their lgbtq+ children. Plenty of parents are that much of jerks.

Absolutely!!

My father is homophobic and misunderstanding of trans and queer men and women (or in between, I’m not judging) that he outright disrespects them. When my parents found out I was dating my (ex) girlfriend he simply couldn't accept that I was. My MOM told me that, by the way. He himself couldn’t tell me.
Also, a trans man (who Iove so much, she’s so sassy) rides my bus and has completely shifted over in her gender. My dad has repeatedly disrespected her by asking me, “If she’s taking estrogen pills/gotten surgery”.

So yes, even if it wasn’t directed towards MYSELF I still had discrimination in the LGBTQ+ community.

So you know what, fuck off. Who cares if it’s faked? It’s still wonderful to see a whole community come together for someone.

I completely agree. It's amazing that so many people would do this even though it does seem fake.

I mean… If I came out I would be kicked out onto the streets and left for dead…

I'm actually one of the few people I know that has loving and accepting parents. I came out to them multiple times, basically updating them as I found out more about myself. Not once did they invalidate or abuse me for it. They never threatened me or kicked me out. They still love me and treat me just the same.
But I know…

I am the exception.

I don't have the luxury to live in whatever fantasy land you believe this world to be, NutElla. Your parents may be like mine, accepting and compassionate, but understand that parents like that are a rarity, not a commonality. At least not in this world.

That’s true. I’ve always been accepted by my parents since I came out to them when I was eleven. They didn’t really question me and I didn’t bring it up a lot, but I’m eternally greatful for their exceptence that is not the most common thing.

I'm actually one of the few people I know that has loving and accepting parents. I came out to them multiple times, basically updating them as I found out more about myself. Not once did they invalidate or abuse me for it. They never threatened me or kicked me out. They still love me and treat me just the same.
But I know…

I am the exception.

I don't have the luxury to live in whatever fantasy land you believe this world to be, NutElla. Your parents may be like mine, accepting and compassionate, but understand that parents like that are a rarity, not a commonality. At least not in this world.

Well maybe it’s just because I live in the country and don’t see many people, but I have not once seen a single example of that happening. I’m not saying it doesn’t happen, I’ve just never seen it. I’m not trying to be rude or disrespectful, so please don’t think that.

I really hope I didn’t come off as a jerk…

I'm sorry to tell you this, but you did. MM said NO NEGATIVITY yet you rolled up in here with it.

…I'm sorry