First, (((((((((((( Chance ))))))))))))
My husband's nephew (who we love very much) announced to his parents that is gay, about 10yrs ago, at first his parents were in shock, and took time to accept it, but never, ever, were they mad with him.
They themselves went to PFLAG meetings for support, after they need not to go, they love him, we love him and yes, his partner loves him.
His partner and him have bought an old home and have renovated it to a perfect state, work regular jobs, socialize, and are just terrific guys.
They have made us all know about them, which was great for all of us.
I remember many years ago when our nephew was a teen, he had ulcers, stomach problems, which now we all related it to the fact he was living a lie and extremely depressed.
WE are so happy he has made it known to us, his grandmother still has a problem with it (old fashioned) plus she lost her oldest son to Aids.
Whatever one's sexual orientation is, that is not what defines a person's worth, never feel ashamed of who you are, also know in many cases it is a biological thing.
No one should ever blame someone for them being gay, nor should one hate themselves for it.
Today, I feel society is starting to open up and accept not everyone is heterosexual. I have come to understand over the years, and feel deeply for those having to struggle with this.
I do not know what your parents are like, so I do not want to tell you to tell or not to tell. You can drop subtle hints, not necessarily about yourself, but perhaps tell them you heard of some guy or girl whose parents disowned them for their gender preference, see what their comments are.
Our nephew did have a friend that became suicidal cause his parents were too close minded and couldn't accept it, so this was a true life situation our nephew used as a feeler for reaction.
Naturally his parents, though shocked, explained they loved him no matter what. I feel that way too, as long as a person is good to others in their world, and learn to love themselves, that is what important.
Believe me, I feel for you and others in this situation.
I still have suspicions about my son, but would tell him we love him, and accept who he is as we do already, and be here to support him no matter what.
I wish you luck with this, I imagine this is a rough time for you. Our nephew had a girlfriend at first, then eventually he told her the truth and she still is friends with him, even her friends go out to group dinners, and outings together, all accepting one another

Much love to you,
DE


I am so sorry this was a long reply