Coming out can be a rollercoaster ride, especially when it comes to parents! Our protagonist, let’s call him the Courageous Queer, took the leap at the tender age of 14. ️ Mom was shook, but eventually came around… well, sort of. Dad, on the other hand, seemed to have selective hearing. Fast forward 10 years, and the Courageous Queer is ready to take the next big step with his beau, Mike. But wait, there’s a plot twist! Dad’s just now realizing his son is gay and he’s not happy about it. Buckle up, folks, because this story is about to get wild!
Coming Out at 14: A Tale of Two Parents

❤️ Mom’s Passive-Aggressive Remarks vs. Dad’s Indifference ♂️

Awkward Attempts to Tell Dad About Boyfriend Mike

10 Years Later: Moving In with Mike and Marriage Plans!

Mom Upset, Dad Furious: The Fallout

Dad’s Anger: “Why Didn’t You Tell Me Sooner?”

The “Loss” of a Son: Dad’s Perspective

️ Comfortable with Sexuality, but Leading Dad On?

Update: Unexpected Attention and Feeling Like I Owed the Truth ️

Parents from a Different Time and Culture ️

The Risk of Coming Out and Parental Support Through College

Uncertain Future, but Independent Now

A Decade with Mike: Breakups, Smooth Sailing, and Appreciation

The Courageous Queer’s Coming Out Conundrum: Dad’s Delayed Reaction!
Well, well, well… looks like the Courageous Queer’s coming out journey has been quite the ride! From Mom’s passive-aggressive remarks to Dad’s selective hearing, it’s been a wild 10 years. But now, the Courageous Queer is ready to take the next step with his long-time love, Mike. Plot twist: Dad’s just now realizing his son is gay and he’s not happy about it! The Courageous Queer is left wondering if he should’ve been more persistent in making sure Dad got the memo. Let’s see what the internet has to say about this juicy drama! Grab your popcorn, folks, because the responses are bound to be entertaining!
Dad’s Homophobia Costs Him a Son. NTA.

Father’s ignorance isn’t OP’s fault. NTA

Being true to oneself is a personal choice. Spread love ❤️
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Dad’s shock is not your fault, NTA
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Father in denial, but eventually accepted partner as family

Congrats on thriving without parents’ support! NTA for sure

Be yourself and let kindness surround you. #NTA

Dad ignored coming out, shocked by wedding? NTA stands firm

Trying to come out to clueless parents for 10 years. NTA

Homophobic dad brushed off son’s coming out, now shocked at wedding.

Is the dad forgetful or homophobic?

Homophobic dad ignores son’s coming out, shocked by wedding news.

Dad in denial, can’t change willfully ignorant people. Hope you’re happy ❤️

Parents in denial, you’re not at fault. NTA

Coming out once should be enough. Congrats on long-lasting love! ❤️

Love wins! Happy for you and Mike! ❤️

Dad’s ignorance shows lack of care for son’s life

Dad ignored son’s relationship, NTA for wedding news ❤️

Denial? This NTA comment has a river in Egypt

Dad shocked by gay wedding news after 8 years? NTA.

Homophobic parents shocked by son’s happy gay wedding

Supportive comment calling out dad’s behavior and advocating for LGBTQ+ rights.

NTA and the father is in denial

Dad’s closed-mindedness not your fault ♂️

Heartwarming comment offers love and support to OP ❤️

Supportive comment acknowledges father’s denial and offers sympathy and congratulations

This mom isn’t taking any nonsense from rude dads

Don’t internalize their guilt trips. NTA.

Congratulations on your wedding! Love wins! ❤️

OP’s father doesn’t listen. ‘Teaching me biology’ was perfect

Parental disapproval and passive aggression. Not the a-hole (NTA).

Parental homophobia caused strain in OP’s relationship with them.

Maturely came out, but parents still in denial. NTA.

Dad’s shock is a protest. Parents might skip the wedding.

Demanding better treatment from loved ones. You deserve it!

Dad heard you, he understood you, he just didn’t like it

Coming out isn’t a one-time event, NTA comment explains.

Dad needs hearing aids, OP is NTA and good luck!

Navigating coming out to conservative parents with grace.

Dad’s reaction to son’s wedding news – NTA!

Dad in denial looks like a fool now #NTA

You don’t owe anyone your sexuality. Dad needs to listen
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Parents not listening to their child’s coming out story

Congrats on coming out twice and your relationship!

Parents can’t use ‘different time’ as an excuse for bigotry

Homophobic dad gets what he deserves. NTA

Dad missed the memo, NTA. Congrats to you and Mike!

Supporting your child’s identity should be the bare minimum
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Sending good vibes for a more inclusive and loving family ❤️

Love wins! NTA! Marry who you love and move on.

Dad in denial for 10 years, shocked at son’s wedding

Dad’s denial doesn’t make you the a**hole!

Parental acceptance is important and NTA for being yourself.
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Dad ignored son’s coming out twice, shocked by wedding? NTA

Dad’s denial of son’s sexuality is wrong but he loves him

Father’s bigotry costs him son’s wedding joy. NTA wins!
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Supportive comment celebrates stable relationship and young commitment.
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Unsupportive dad ignores son’s coming out, blames son for it

Dad refuses to accept son’s sexuality, plays ignorant. Narcissistic behavior.
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Don’t blame yourself for his willful ignorance. ♂️

Parents forget happiness of their child, NTA, Congrats
