With deeds ranging from encouraging letters to acts of profound solidarity, these parents embody acceptance and generosity.
December 23 2013 4:00 AM EST
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With deeds ranging from encouraging letters to acts of profound solidarity, these parents embody acceptance and generosity.
Father From Oregon Killed on Walk Memorializing Gay Son
Joe Bell, the father of Jadin Bell, who committed suicide after being bullied at school and online for being gay. Joe Bell embarked on a Walk for Change across the country but was killed by a semi-truck in Cheyenne County, Colo., along U.S. Highway 40. Joe Bell had intended to walk from La Grande, Ore., to New York City, where his son had hoped to go for college.
The grandfather who wrote a letter admonishing his daughter for disowning her gay son. The grandfather, who was not otherwise identified, wrote, "He was born this way and didn't choose it more than he being left-handed. You, however, have made a choice of being hateful, narrow-minded and backward. So while we are in the business of disowning children, I think I'll take this moment to say goodbye to you. I now have a fabulous (as the gay put it) grandson to raise, and I don't have time for heartless B-word of a daughter."
The Mom Who Wrote a Loving Letter to Her Bi Son
Missouri's Michelle Conway McClain who wrote her bisexual son a letter after learning he came out through a Facebook post. The letter reads,
Zach,
I was surprised by your Facebook post where you came out. I want you to know that I love you unconditionally. I love you with my actions, not just my words. I'm so proud of you. You are the bravest person I know. I'll fight for you always. Your sexual orientation does not define you. You are still the boy who forever won my heart. The only thing that concerns me is the number of empty soda cups and tea bottles in your room. Throw them away before ants come inside.
I love you always --
Mom