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I kicked down the closet door just now... - March 10th 2011, 05:30 AM

So I've been out to certain friends for a while. I decided to come out public (other than to my parents) so I posted on Facebook "Hi there. I'm gay. Have an issue with it? Questions? Comments? Inbox me. I'm done with this whole "closet" thing." I've received nothing but love and support so far. (:

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Re: I kicked down the closet door just now... - March 10th 2011, 06:07 AM

I'm not sure this is the appropriate response, but, Congratulations! All the power to you. I'm really happy for you


   
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Re: I kicked down the closet door just now... - March 10th 2011, 08:45 AM

I can't say I understand completely what that was like for you, but I do know many gay/bisexual/transgendered people and know that coming out is absolutely not an easy thing to do - so kudos to you for taking that step, and especially with such a great attitude! I'm really glad you're having such positive reactions so far, and I'm very happy for you!

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Re: I kicked down the closet door just now... - March 10th 2011, 09:09 AM

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Re: I kicked down the closet door just now... - March 10th 2011, 09:56 AM

Hey Kyle!

Well done on coming out - that took a lot of guts. It's great that people have reacted so positively this far. I hope things keep going this well for you.

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Re: I kicked down the closet door just now... - March 10th 2011, 12:31 PM

This post made me smileee
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Re: I kicked down the closet door just now... - March 10th 2011, 12:36 PM

Wow, your little Facebook status gave me a smile Congratulations, and I wish you all the best out of the "closet"


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Re: I kicked down the closet door just now... - March 10th 2011, 03:40 PM

That's great! I'm really glad everyone's been so accepting of you so far. It takes a lot of courage to come out so well done!
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Re: I kicked down the closet door just now... - March 10th 2011, 05:52 PM

Hey Kyle,

Congratulations on coming out! I understand that this process can be a pretty stressful one sometimes but the fact that you have taken this step just goes to show how strong you are so well done, you should be really proud of yourself. It's great to hear that you've recieved so much love and positivity from people, I really hope that this continues for you!

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Re: I kicked down the closet door just now... - March 10th 2011, 06:01 PM

you=awesome I'd do the same thing, but my family is on my facebook...


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Re: I kicked down the closet door just now... - March 10th 2011, 06:31 PM

Kyle that is awesome. Congratualtions on coming out, and having everyone accept you.
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Re: I kicked down the closet door just now... - March 10th 2011, 09:15 PM

Congrats on coming out xD. Really good job. And facebook is a good idea, I just wish that my family wasn't stalking me there :/. LOL anyway good for you.
   
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Re: I kicked down the closet door just now... - March 10th 2011, 09:20 PM

thats awesome! I'm really happy for you, that must have taken a lot of courage
   
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Re: I kicked down the closet door just now... - March 10th 2011, 09:34 PM

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Congratulations on taking that first step! I am happy for you that so many people accepted it!

And just a side note to all those who said they would do the same thing if their parents did not stalk them. Do you guys know you can change your post settings so only certain people can see it, some can't see it etc. Just thought I'd mention that.

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Re: I kicked down the closet door just now... - March 10th 2011, 11:08 PM

Hey congrats im still working on parents i came out with only my friends i hope one day i will be out with the world instead of staying in a closet




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Re: I kicked down the closet door just now... - March 11th 2011, 07:30 PM

Thanks guys (and gals)

It was really liberating. Its been an amazing process.

& I had my brother on my facebook so I adjusted the privacy settings so he cant see my relationship, interested in, and certain posts. Oh and I wont add any other family :P Its always been my rule haha. They all know now haha


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Re: I kicked down the closet door just now... - March 12th 2011, 12:58 AM

congrats! glad to hear you've only had positive reactions - that's how it should be.


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Re: I kicked down the closet door just now... - March 12th 2011, 03:25 AM

Congratulations! I'm glad things have gone well so far!
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Re: I kicked down the closet door just now... - March 12th 2011, 04:19 AM

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Re: I kicked down the closet door just now... - March 13th 2011, 08:33 PM

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So I've been out to certain friends for a while. I decided to come out public (other than to my parents) so I posted on Facebook "Hi there. I'm gay. Have an issue with it? Questions? Comments? Inbox me. I'm done with this whole "closet" thing." I've received nothing but love and support so far. (:

Not sure why I'm telling you guys... just thought It might be inspirational for others.
Hope you don`t mind, I "stole" your post xP


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Re: I kicked down the closet door just now... - March 14th 2011, 12:22 AM

Wow, congrats! That takes guts.


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Re: I kicked down the closet door just now... - March 15th 2011, 02:32 PM

Congrats Hun, I know that must have taken a lot for you to do, but I bet it's a huge relief as well(:
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Re: I kicked down the closet door just now... - March 16th 2011, 05:31 AM

This is really inspiring. Thank you so much for sharing this



   
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Re: I kicked down the closet door just now... - March 16th 2011, 03:10 PM

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I don't mind one bit. I'm just glad that I could inspire you to do the same. Its an amazing experience for the most part and it makes me so happy to know you found courage in my post to do the same. Thanks


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