I Have Some News...

[Freak93]

After seriously going over the decision over the past few weeks and months, I have come to a conclusion regarding my sexuality. I am indeed gay. It has been something I swore I wasn't. It started when I hit my teenage years and was still somewhat religious. I made sure to not be gay simply because I didn't want to go to Hell. I suppressed how I had truly felt thinking it was only evil temptation. However, the past year or so have been an eye opening experience for me. I've moved away from the beliefs I grew up with. Perhaps this is upon meeting more people who themselves are gay. I realized they are not evil. These people are some of the nicest and kindest I have met in my life.

Physically, I feel the human body is attractive in many forms, male or female. I am not repulsed by the female body. In fact, it can be quite a beautiful thing. However, the same thought can be given to the male form. I can't guarantee that if the right situation came up, that I would immediately pass it up (no strings attached whatsoever). I am not sure I would do it, but to simply straight out say no would make me something I am not. Sexual interaction makes me human.

However, when it comes to romantic relationships, I can't see myself spending a lifetime with the company of a woman. I am not saying a woman can't be fun to be around, I just don't feel that attraction to them. I don't know why, I just don't. It is something I have gone over for quite sometime and just can't seem to figure out.

I felt it was appropriate I share this information with you. We have all joked in ways that may strain the way we further interact. In some instances, the posts I made were in fact jokes. Other times however it was just me attempting to cover up the secret I have been keeping to myself. When I posted pictures of women I said were attractive or just posted about them in general, in part it was just a way to divert attention from how I truly felt. Again, I am posting this information because I feel it is appropriate for me to do. View me however you choose, I just felt that it was the right thing. Thank you.

[Cerrano39]

Good for you.

[Keeper]

In my time knowing you, you've never struck me as a guy who would make jokes about something personal like this, so I have no doubt that you are fully genuine.

I commend you for having the courage to come out and be honest about something incredibly personal like that, on such an impersonal medium like a message board. There is no questioning that at times, this is not the most forward-thinking board, especially when it comes sexuality (I remember when I used to run around the forums taking shots at people for calling things "gay" -- that went well). However, with some of the things we've talked about here lately, I hope that all the members of this site will respond respectfully.

I think it's awesome that you've had a chance over the past year to get a new perspective, and I cannot imagine the weight that has been lessened when you are able to escape from that environment in which there are so many things that tell you something completely natural is "wrong".

We wouldn't all be posting here well after DC died if we weren't all friends, and I will always be up for talking about anything.

[JacktheRipper]

Well this wasn't the topic I was expecting to read. I'm proud of you though, for at least being able to come out and say something like this to the world. You know this community has your back.

[JackTheRipper]

I gotta admit, I'm totally shocked but good for you man. I think it took a ton of courage and I feel that, for the most part, you'll be accepted here as this is a generally understanding place. I still want to see boobs in your posts, though.

[Just Blaze]

didn't see this comin but i loved your explanation....really in-depth man.

[I am a huge CUNT]

Good for you freak. It's a stressful thing I'm sure to always try and hide that like you probably have for awhile.

Have you told any family members? Do you think they are going to flip? That's the one thing all kids at my school have to deal with when they come out, so I just wondered. Maybe you are just thinking of the right way to tell them right now, but if they aren't very understanding, good luck.

[dkgojackets]

Jun 4, 2008 20:45:07 GMT -5 Freak93 said:

After seriously going over the decision over the past few weeks and months, I have come to a conclusion regarding my sexuality. I am indeed gay. It has been something I swore I wasn't. It started when I hit my teenage years and was still somewhat religious. I made sure to not be gay simply because I didn't want to go to Hell. I suppressed how I had truly felt thinking it was only evil temptation. However, the past year or so have been an eye opening experience for me. I've moved away from the beliefs I grew up with. Perhaps this is upon meeting more people who themselves are gay. I realized they are not evil. These people are some of the nicest and kindest I have met in my life.

Physically, I feel the human body is attractive in many forms, male or female. I am not repulsed by the female body. In fact, it can be quite a beautiful thing. However, the same thought can be given to the male form. I can't guarantee that if the right situation came up, that I would immediately pass it up (no strings attached whatsoever). I am not sure I would do it, but to simply straight out say no would make me something I am not. Sexual interaction makes me human.

However, when it comes to romantic relationships, I can't see myself spending a lifetime with the company of a woman. I am not saying a woman can't be fun to be around, I just don't feel that attraction to them. I don't know why, I just don't. It is something I have gone over for quite sometime and just can't seem to figure out.

I felt it was appropriate I share this information with you. We have all joked in ways that may strain the way we further interact. In some instances, the posts I made were in fact jokes. Other times however it was just me attempting to cover up the secret I have been keeping to myself. When I posted pictures of women I said were attractive or just posted about them in general, in part it was just a way to divert attention from how I truly felt. Again, I am posting this information because I feel it is appropriate for me to do. View me however you choose, I just felt that it was the right thing. Thank you.

wat

[Just Blaze]

Jun 5, 2008 17:48:57 GMT -5 dkgojackets said:

Jun 4, 2008 20:45:07 GMT -5 Freak93 said:

After seriously going over the decision over the past few weeks and months, I have come to a conclusion regarding my sexuality. I am indeed gay. It has been something I swore I wasn't. It started when I hit my teenage years and was still somewhat religious. I made sure to not be gay simply because I didn't want to go to Hell. I suppressed how I had truly felt thinking it was only evil temptation. However, the past year or so have been an eye opening experience for me. I've moved away from the beliefs I grew up with. Perhaps this is upon meeting more people who themselves are gay. I realized they are not evil. These people are some of the nicest and kindest I have met in my life.

Physically, I feel the human body is attractive in many forms, male or female. I am not repulsed by the female body. In fact, it can be quite a beautiful thing. However, the same thought can be given to the male form. I can't guarantee that if the right situation came up, that I would immediately pass it up (no strings attached whatsoever). I am not sure I would do it, but to simply straight out say no would make me something I am not. Sexual interaction makes me human.

However, when it comes to romantic relationships, I can't see myself spending a lifetime with the company of a woman. I am not saying a woman can't be fun to be around, I just don't feel that attraction to them. I don't know why, I just don't. It is something I have gone over for quite sometime and just can't seem to figure out.

I felt it was appropriate I share this information with you. We have all joked in ways that may strain the way we further interact. In some instances, the posts I made were in fact jokes. Other times however it was just me attempting to cover up the secret I have been keeping to myself. When I posted pictures of women I said were attractive or just posted about them in general, in part it was just a way to divert attention from how I truly felt. Again, I am posting this information because I feel it is appropriate for me to do. View me however you choose, I just felt that it was the right thing. Thank you.

wat

facepalm

[Maize]

Not exactly what I expected to read, but I respect your decision to finally coming to this point. I'm sure it has been tough on you, but you are one of the funniest posters and I've never denied the truth in any of your "serious" posts.

It was good of you to tell us, we've become a pretty tight community of what is left - and you have always been a key character on the forum, even in the glory days...

[Buzz Killington]

Freak, I think that it takes a lot to go through and say what you've said. And I'm glad that you've gone ahead and said it. It's a noble thing to do.

And I'm just as glad to see that DC has responded so kindly. I didn't expect such a response from so many people. And it warms my heart. It shows just how close and cohesive DC has become and makes this vast Internet seem just a tiny bit smaller.

[Just Blaze]

Jun 6, 2008 21:33:29 GMT -5 Buzz Killington said:

Freak, I think that it takes a lot to go through and say what you've said. And I'm glad that you've gone ahead and said it. It's a noble thing to do.

And I'm just as glad to see that DC has responded so kindly. I didn't expect such a response from so many people. And it warms my heart. It shows just how close and cohesive DC has become and makes this vast Internet seem just a tiny bit smaller.

I wish we can all hug eachother right now.....everyone is acting mature for once

[JackTheRipper]

Jun 6, 2008 23:59:54 GMT -5 Just Blaze said:

Jun 6, 2008 21:33:29 GMT -5 Buzz Killington said:

Freak, I think that it takes a lot to go through and say what you've said. And I'm glad that you've gone ahead and said it. It's a noble thing to do.

And I'm just as glad to see that DC has responded so kindly. I didn't expect such a response from so many people. And it warms my heart. It shows just how close and cohesive DC has become and makes this vast Internet seem just a tiny bit smaller.

I wish we can all hug eachother right now.....everyone is acting mature for once

I can't be trusted. These hands have a mind of their own.

[LjSnUo]

In all honesty this doesnt change anything. Have you come out to anybody else? Parents and all that?

[D-Mac]

good for you man, it doesnt change a thing for me really I dunno why but you seem like same old cool Freak.

I do remember you yeling at me for calling something gay on here though lol.

[JackTheRipper]

Jun 5, 2008 17:48:57 GMT -5 dkgojackets said:

Jun 4, 2008 20:45:07 GMT -5 Freak93 said:

After seriously going over the decision over the past few weeks and months, I have come to a conclusion regarding my sexuality. I am indeed gay. It has been something I swore I wasn't. It started when I hit my teenage years and was still somewhat religious. I made sure to not be gay simply because I didn't want to go to Hell. I suppressed how I had truly felt thinking it was only evil temptation. However, the past year or so have been an eye opening experience for me. I've moved away from the beliefs I grew up with. Perhaps this is upon meeting more people who themselves are gay. I realized they are not evil. These people are some of the nicest and kindest I have met in my life.

Physically, I feel the human body is attractive in many forms, male or female. I am not repulsed by the female body. In fact, it can be quite a beautiful thing. However, the same thought can be given to the male form. I can't guarantee that if the right situation came up, that I would immediately pass it up (no strings attached whatsoever). I am not sure I would do it, but to simply straight out say no would make me something I am not. Sexual interaction makes me human.

However, when it comes to romantic relationships, I can't see myself spending a lifetime with the company of a woman. I am not saying a woman can't be fun to be around, I just don't feel that attraction to them. I don't know why, I just don't. It is something I have gone over for quite sometime and just can't seem to figure out.

I felt it was appropriate I share this information with you. We have all joked in ways that may strain the way we further interact. In some instances, the posts I made were in fact jokes. Other times however it was just me attempting to cover up the secret I have been keeping to myself. When I posted pictures of women I said were attractive or just posted about them in general, in part it was just a way to divert attention from how I truly felt. Again, I am posting this information because I feel it is appropriate for me to do. View me however you choose, I just felt that it was the right thing. Thank you.

wat

Do you say anything of value anymore?

[ChisAto]

Jun 8, 2008 17:23:25 GMT -5 JackTheRipper said:

Jun 5, 2008 17:48:57 GMT -5 dkgojackets said:

wat

Do you say anything of value anymore?

If funny is value then yeah.

[detroitbasketball]

Jun 10, 2008 1:14:03 GMT -5 ChisAto said:

Jun 8, 2008 17:23:25 GMT -5 JackTheRipper said:

Do you say anything of value anymore?

If funny is value then yeah.

So it's funny to make fun of this?

Interesting.

[I am a huge CUNT]

Jun 10, 2008 10:54:43 GMT -5 detroitbasketball said:

So it's funny to make fun of this?

Interesting.

Yeah, cuz I'm pretty sure that's what he meant.

[Just Blaze]

Jun 10, 2008 10:54:43 GMT -5 detroitbasketball said:

Jun 10, 2008 1:14:03 GMT -5 ChisAto said:

If funny is value then yeah.

So it's funny to make fun of this?

Interesting.

we're making fun of David, not freak