I am out...

[CMoore]

Posted: 1/28/09 at 12:33pm

So I am now out to my family, and also at work. I have never felt happier, though there are still struggles with my parents. I was raised Mormon, served a mission. But if anyone has any advice/stories, I'd love to hear them.

Posted: 1/28/09 at 12:43pm

Congrats! No advice, no stories, just congratulations! Be yourself!

[Madcap Maisie]

Posted: 1/28/09 at 12:46pm

CONGRATS CMOORE!

[jrb_actor]

Posted: 1/28/09 at 12:46pm

Congrats!

[tazber]

Posted: 1/28/09 at 12:47pm

Congratulations.

This was a big step, you should be proud of yourself.

[Schmerg_The_Impaler]

Posted: 1/28/09 at 12:47pm

Congratulations to you! I... can't say anything on the subject of advice because I'm actually straight, but it's wonderful that you're being honest with yourself and your loved ones! Good luck with your parents-- I'm sure they'll come around, and maybe it'll help them change the way they see the gay community in general as well.

[Reginald Tresilian]

Posted: 1/28/09 at 12:48pm

Well done, you!

[AbbaRabbit]

Posted: 1/28/09 at 12:51pm

just echoing what others have said... i have no advice for you since i know next to nothing about the Mormon religion and beliefs, but CONGRATULATIONS on taking that step!

i will say though, that my cousin comes from a very religious family (i think his parents are born again christians, but i'm not sure) and at first, my uncle was crushed, but he's deffinatly come around and learned to accept my cousin for who he is.

[blondebaby589]

Posted: 1/28/09 at 12:51pm

Congrats to you! My friend recently just came out to me and a few others, but not to her parents yet. I'm witnessing the struggle she's going through by going against things she's been taught her whole life. So I just want to say I'm very proud of you, and congrats again!

[mauriposa]

Posted: 1/28/09 at 12:52pm

Congrats, Casey!

[South Fl Marc]

Posted: 1/28/09 at 12:52pm

Congrats !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Schmerg_The_Impaler]

Posted: 1/28/09 at 12:53pm

South Fl Marc, that is a gorgeous graphic! I'll have to keep that one on hand!

[clever name]

Posted: 1/28/09 at 12:55pm

Im happy for you! I would rather hear any truth, no matter how hard, than a lie. Im sure your family must feel that way on some level. Congrats!

[StageManager2]

Posted: 1/28/09 at 1:04pm

¡Enhorabuena!

[Calvin]

Posted: 1/28/09 at 1:13pm

Congratulations, of course. Some parents need more time to come around than others, but they can really surprise you. If you had told me 10 years ago, when I was getting ready to come out, that my Southern Baptist-raised mother would be welcoming my boyfriend in her home and sending him birthday cards, I'd never have believed it. But here we are.

[doodlenyc]

Posted: 1/28/09 at 1:21pm

No advice...this is your journey. May you be happy and healthy.

[PalJoey]

Posted: 1/28/09 at 1:24pm

Good for you. Affirmation is the organization for gay Mormons. They also have a Facebook group.
Affirmation: Gay & Lesbian Mormons

[Mister Matt]

Posted: 1/28/09 at 1:24pm

Wonderful news! There might be some struggles, but it will be worth it if it means a happier and healthier YOU.

All my best to you and your loved ones!

[lusciouslace]

Posted: 1/28/09 at 1:37pm

Congrats! I'm so happy for you. I'm watching my best struggle through this right now (I'm not just watching...I'm right there beside him) but it's just so hard and he's really worried about his family's reaction. I'm really happy that you've been able to lift the weight of that secret! :)

[Jane2]

Posted: 1/28/09 at 1:41pm

Yippee for you, that's wonderful!

[verynewyorkcurious]

Posted: 1/28/09 at 1:52pm

I don't know you but I am proud of you. You will be an inspiration to many people, including myself.

[StockardFan]

Posted: 1/28/09 at 1:56pm

congratuations to you! One of my good college friends came out after college, and he is so much happier now.

[FindingNamo]

Posted: 1/28/09 at 2:30pm

Just know the gay community has not historically been so great with "elders," which has a different connotation for Mormons. I recommend trying the sobriquet "boi" on for size. Unless you're over 39, then use "daddy."

[Reginald Tresilian]

Posted: 1/28/09 at 2:32pm

And in certain bars, you might want to avoid words like "sobriquet."

[doodlenyc]

Posted: 1/28/09 at 2:34pm

"Unless you're over 39, then use "daddy.""

Unless it's a personal ad, then you can call yourself a "big brother" type, which of course means 50yo.