Husband Allows Kids To Play Offensive ‘Gay Game’ For WEEKS

Hey there, Facebook fam! I’ve got a bit of a parenting pickle on my hands and I need your sage advice! My four little munchkins have been playing together in our backyard woods, but their latest game has me questioning everything! Is it harmless fun or a hurtful habit? Buckle up, because this story is a wild ride!

Family Fun in the Woods!

Backyard Adventures!

Momma Bear on Watch!

The Shocking Discovery!

‍♀️ The “Gay Game” Rules ‍♂️

⏰ How Long Has This Been Going On?! ⌛

Is It Really Harmless Though?

Innocent Minds, Hurtful Words

Times Have Changed! ️

‍♀️ Momma Puts Her Foot Down!

Kids Will Be Kids? ‍♂️

Hubby’s Inaction Irks Me!

Harmless Game or Hurtful Habit?!

So, my kiddos have been playing this “gay game” for weeks, where the loser of physical challenges is labeled as “gay”! ‍♀️ My hubby thinks it’s harmless, but I’m not so sure! We have gay neighbors, and I worry about the negative impact of using “gay” in this way. I told the kids to find a new game, but my husband thinks I’m overreacting! Let’s see what the internet thinks of this sticky situation… We’ve collected the top responses for your reading pleasure! Don’t hold back, tell me what you really think! ️

Encouraging empathy and kindness towards others. NTA

Husband allows kids to play offensive ‘gay game’ for weeks

Teaching kids about using gay as a negative. NTA.

Teaching children about the harm of using ‘gay’ as an insult ‍

Taking a stand against offensive language. NTA for sure

Gay person calls out offensive language in kids’ game

Reflecting on childhood games and the impact they have.

A stranger on a train stood up for me.

Teaching kids harmful language is not okay. NTA for stopping it

Context matters, but reminds me of South Park’s ‘The F-Word’

Teaching kids about the harm of using ‘gay’ negatively. NTA.

Teaching kids about harmful language in games is important

Teaching kids about the impact of language

Teaching kids empathy and basic decency is crucial ❤️ ‍ ‍

Gay adult says ‘Gay Game’ is ridiculous & harmful. NTA

Teaching kids about lowkey homophobia early on, NTA wins

Teacher validates OP’s decision to correct kids’ offensive language.

NTA suggests a positive alternative to offensive ‘gay game’

Misunderstood comment leads to hilarious mental image

Using ‘gay’ as an insult? NTA suggests addressing it early

Homophobia is learnt, and it’s time to stop it

Teaching kids to not use ‘gay’ as an insult.

Teaching kids a harmless game, NTA, husband is AH

Parent teaches kids the importance of using respectful language.

Reflecting on a problematic childhood game that needs a new name

Teaching kids not to use “gay” as an insult

Teaching kids about harmful language is important, NTA.

Playing an ‘offensive gay game’ is not neo-nazi training. YTA.

Rebrand the game to avoid stigma and let kids have fun

Teaching kids empathy is important, even in silly games

Punished for playing “smear the queer”. Good for you.

Teaching kids the right terms for the game. NAH

Childhood game ‘Smear the Queer’ normalized offensive language. NTA.

Let them be kids, don’t stifle their behavior

Inclusive parenting – NTA suggests substituting ‘gay’ in the game

Teaching kids about using respectful language

Teach your kids respect or you’ll be the a**hole

Stop derogatory language from the beginning – NTA

Correcting kids’ language is important to avoid harmful slurs

Teaching kids about offensive language early on. NTA wins

Teaching children the true meaning of words.

A heartwarming story about educating children on love ❤

Teaching kids right from wrong with a game

Teaching kids not to use ‘gay’ as an insult

Teaching kids hate isn’t harmless, stopping them isn’t TA

Using terms like ‘gay’ or ‘retarded’ as inferior is unacceptable

Teaching kids context is important, but slurs need changing. NTA.

Educating kids on harmful language is important

Parent navigates tricky waters of offensive games with grace

Teaching kids better: Time for negative association to die

NTA defends against husband’s outdated parenting, promotes learning from mistakes

Teaching kids not to be homophobic

Gay man approves of parent’s handling of offensive ‘gay game’

Reflecting on past insensitivity and the power of education

Suggests alternative words for game, promotes positive outlook towards ‘gay’.

Teaching kids to avoid using slurs, NTA

Overprotective parenting backfires? YTA comment defends kids’ game choice.

NTA. Educate kids why ‘gay’ as a slur is harmful

Teaching kids acceptance and kindness is never too early ❤

NTA suggests replacing offensive game with silly word for kids

Breaking the cycle of offensive language

Teaching kids to use “gay” as an insult? NTA says it all

Teaching kids to be respectful: NTA discourages offensive ‘gay game’

Teaching respect is important, even with innocent ‘games’

Teaching kids to be inclusive and respectful is important

Being NTA doesn’t justify allowing offensive ‘gay game’ to continue

Random comment with no relevance to the article ‍♂️

NTA admits ignorance, but finds humor in offensive ‘gay game’.

Former bully realizes the impact of hurtful language on LGBTQ+ peers