[Galetre]

I usually take the Sanity Score when I visit the forums. Today I scored a 127, my worst ever. I am suffering from not only my crazy making, emotionally abusive, and possibly early dementia husband, but also this week my teen-age son told me he is gay. Dang! Good thing my Mother taught me life is not fair when I was young.

[Secretum]

I'm sorry that you are going through so much. My grandma had Alzheimer's, so I know how taxing Alzheimer's can be for the family.

Why are you upset that your son is gay? If you are religious, there is a lot written about the biblical passages that supposedly condemn homosexuality. I am Christian and bisexual, and I believe that God blesses love in all its forms. If you are worried that your son will have a difficult life, know that people are getting more and more tolerant of non-heterosexual relationships. If you think that you will never have grandchildren, keep in mind that many gay couples adopt children and are excellent parents.

I hope that your life calms down soon, and you feel better. Do you see a therapist? It might be helpful for you to have someone to talk to about all of this.

[Galetre]

Thank you for the support and positive message. I have already experienced Alzheimer's through another family member, and I know how it can it be. I'm scared, and sad, but resolved.
Regarding my son, I am Christian, but I believe in forgiveness and that all sins are equal. I also have always believed that it shouldn't matter what someone else's sexual preference is unless you are planning on having a sexual relationship with them. I am thankful for him that there is so much more tolerance in today's generation, but I am also doubtful that his father and step-father will not find out before he is grown up & able to take care of himself. I am afraid of them both completely rejecting him and causing undue pain and stress in our lives.