Mom’s reaction to COMING OUT | LGBTQ+

[@MiamiSpartan1]

Big hugs to you and your mom. I came out at 30. Dad didn’t speak to me for 12 years….. We were fortunate to have him back in our lives for his last 16 years…. His last words to me was to give my handsome husband a big hug from him…. ❤️

[@charlesmcdermott6139]

This young man seems to be as wise, thoughtful, and bright as he is handsome. His Mom is truly good! After her initial confusion, her love has triumphed.

[@OutLoudJB]

What a sincere comment. Thank you so much!

[@Kupcakepa]

Now that is a mother’s unconditional love for their child!!!’

[@OutLoudJB]

She’s the 💣!

[@sadlobster1]

I wish all mothers had that same love

[@anderspaxton789]

I guess it is kinda randomly asking but do anybody know a good place to watch new movies online?

[@vamsinallam2622]

@@anderspaxton789 netflix

[@EvanBallinger13]

Omg! The perfect mother! It totally brought tears to my eyes. I wish all of us had supportive parents like this.

[@alfredl7551]

What a loving mother: "I just knew that my baby was hurting". What a wonderfully first reaction. :-)

[@jellofishy69]

my mom didn’t take me serious when i said i was bisexual. she said being bisexual was disgusting and that made me feel really upset and shitty. you’re very lucky to have such an amazing and understanding mother. i wished my mom would understand me the same way.

[@stephenbishop7962]

What a beautiful relationship you have with each other. Age is a number not a problem for whoever you choose to love, only you can decide that. In my day we gad too much stigma to be that open, I was 25 when I officially got told I was by my mother. Lol. It was reversed, she asked me. My dad's first words were do you need to see a doctor . That gave me so much support from my mother and within an hour he apologised. To this day I don't know what my mother said. But he came running.

[@kechiotta5349]

I loved the heartfelt conversation between you and your mother. There is nothing like having a good relationship with your family and I'm glad I can see that.

[@brittsaunders4621]

You have a really wonderful mom. For me, my parents had ideas and expectations for my life which they had to put aside when we had "the conversation." I didn't come out to them per se; my dad asked me. My mom told me she was uncomfortable with it, and later told me she blamed herself in some ways. I told her that "kids often turn out in ways other than their parents expect or want, but they have to understand it's not the parents' fault." My mom in particular has always turned a critical eye on anyone I've been involved with for my entire life; the two girlfriends I had in high school said she made them feel uncomfortable. Ha ha! It's always great when your parents have your back, which your mom obviously does in spades, and I'm so glad she loves Brian so much. Great video!

[@Readysetg0013]

Your mama is so sweet and honest. I love that you two have found this space of trust and love. May it continue to help you both grow and flourish.

[@trailhopper883]

You're very blessed to have such a loving Mom. My Mother completely disowned me and wouldnt let me come and at least say goodbye to her when she was in hospice. She knew I had been diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer at the time. It's been almost 3 years now since she passed. I spent my entire life hiding it from her to keep her happy. Then I just had to tell her. Sure wished it turned out better. So, you are really blessed for sure to have such a loving mom.🙂

[@OutLoudJB]

Sorry to hear this. I do feel quite blessed for my mom. Thanks for this thoughtful comment.

[@tarzanisno1]

🧡 You have a beautiful mom who raised a beautiful son. My relationship with my parents didn't turn out so well so I live vicariously through those relationships that do. Peace and long life to you both.

[@eddiegardner8232]

As the 75 year old partner of a 36 year old man, I totally understand where Jonathan is coming from. We love who we love. Logic need not apply.

[@OutLoudJB]

Simple and beautifully put. Thanks Eddie😊

[@Terry-dl4nf]

Congratulations Man ... I'm soooooo jealous ... Cheers

[@SuperMatt2112]

This is, was by far one of the best coming out stories and your mom is supper beautiful woman, I love her and her unconditional love for you, Thank you for sharing with all of us, Beautiful, absolutely

[@Tripper111]

Dude, that was Awesome. Thanks for sharing your story.

[@johnmoya383]

My old school father wouldn't talk about it. Mymum she had no clue, but had no problem with acceptance. That was the day she held my hand and told me she loved me for the first time (long story). We were best of friends since. Anyways, dude you had incredible eyes.

[@atomkriegreinigungs7737]

38 and still haven't come out. I admire your courage and your mom for loving you first above all else. She really is a cryer, as she started to 4× here lol

[@infoentertainment5743]

It's shame this person living with person of his age of father

[@infoentertainment5743]

Homosexuality is Satan path. These ppl who are defending homosexuality is only want what satan wants. Homosexuality is due to harmonal disturbance. Read stories of ppl who left homosexuality lifestyle altogether coming on right path of god

[@peterwinstonaldredge6927]

Awww! I'm envious of you two. My mother passed away when I was only 20, before I came out. I was just getting to know her as an adult. I feel cheated that I did not get to share my true self with her before she passed. I sometimes have nightmares that she is still alive but, living with an entirely different family and will have nothing to do with me. I hate those dreams.

[@OutLoudJB]

To that, my mom would say something like, “Mothers always know. They just know.” Regardless, verbally sharing that is something special and I am sorry you didn’t have that opportunity. Best wishes to you and your family❤️

[@BEARTRAP037]

I hope that other Gay young adults (of any age) will see this inspirational story, I was 37 when i came out and from the deep south, thanks for sharing your story with everyone who watches it... Jeff

[@jfxl1977]

Awesome! So glad you and your mom are close! My mom is my biggest ally and I love her immensely. She cried for a long time after I came out because she was worried about all the bad people in the world that would want to hurt me. It broke my heart when she told me why she was so sad. I thought it was because she didn't really accept me. Fast-forward and man, don't let her hear you talk shit about the LGBTQ community! Hellfire will rain down on you! And I love her for her acceptance and fierce support!

[@ChrisisBowser]

25 year old guy in a relationship with a 55 year old guy here. This video hit hard and it's beautiful to see others in the same position. Thank you for sharing.

[@OutLoudJB]

Fantastic to hear from another age-gap relationship. Thanks my friend😊

[@ChrisisBowser]

@@OutLoudJB Right! My boyfriend sent this and found it so heartwarming to hear about others like us. Amazing to hear how lovely your mum is about it as well!

[@davidbassani3135]

Hey Jonathon! Have really enjoyed your videos since I just discovered them several days ago. My husband and I love to travel and are starting to travel again now that Covid seems to be under control (I think!). I loved your travel videos. Then discovered your athlete video (I also was a competitive NCAA athlete.)This video was so different. You are usually so much fun. This one was raw, real, and very honest. Thank you for sharing such a poignant conversation between you and you mom. It was very vulnerable and you both are very brave to put this out there. It is going to help a bunch of queer kids, for sure. Thank you.

[@Rendog2]

You’re so grounded Jonathan because of a loving, intelligent supportive Mom.

[@so4real]

A mother knows the difference in their children. I never had to say anything. Wasn’t afraid over the years because of the similar love and support my family has. The one’s that are the closest have unconditional love and support. Heartfelt to see the love. The age thing is is worrisome until you see the love your son sees. I was judged because I’m older at one time but it took learning who I am was the leveling factor. Love you both

[@OutLoudJB]

This is beautiful. Thanks, Myron🙌🏼

[@keithd.rundle4783]

Hey Jonathan. Keith here. Just ran across your coming out video with your mom driving in the car with the hay:⁠,⁠-⁠) what a beautiful story bud. It warms the heart and gives encouragement to folks whenever someone like you is so open and genuine when sharing something so important and personal. All I can say is I have the utmost respect for you as a person and I'm so glad you have such a great relationship with Brian. Bravo bro and thank you for this gift of a video

[@ajpacella]

Hey mom: You’re a wonderful, loving person and you raised a remarkable man. The love and compassion between you jumps off the screen like electricity.

[@OutLoudJB]

This is incredibly thoughtful :)

[@reneeanderson5617]

Beautiful relationship between mother and son. This mother loves her son SO much, thats obvious. And this son will forgive his mother anything, as we can see here. I'm envious. Lovely family. Proud of momma for coming around, proud of son for being so understanding and patient with her. 💕💕

[@ZeljkoPetricevic011]

She’s amazing. I’m sending you both a lot of love and support. You made me cry just by watching how strong connection is between you two

[@craigster1244]

So emotional. It’s similar to my coming out-with my mother. She blamed my father for not being there for me and sent me to a psychiatrist the next day. My mother never really understood me even until her death really. We’re both very emotional so there was a lot of crying, even till the very end of life. I thought she had excepted it many times… in reality she never could. She didn’t have anything against gay people she had gay friends. However, she didn’t see me that way. She’s always pointing out somebody effeminate; and say:”that’s a gay person.” She cared too much about what the outside world thought. In the end, I had to except her for who/what she was. Thank you for doing this, it was very powerful for me.

[@paulhamilton-lamont5454]

wow how fantastic that you could talk to your mum about when you came out. Your mum was so sincere and obviously worried about the age thing. Its so nice that she now understands why you like older men. Your mum is a lovely women and you can see how proud she is of her son. love it xx

[@OutLoudJB]

She's the best!!! Thanks for the thoughtful comment, Paul!

[@paulhamilton-lamont5454]

@@OutLoudJB you are very welcome. i have just come across your channel and am binge watching while isolating at home. fantastic to know more about you and Brian and what makes your relationship tick, and am loving your videos.

[@jonny9213]

I love this! Such an amazing conversation with your mom! I am so happy that you guys were able to work through everything! ❤️

[@joeyXMANallen]

Omg! Watching you and your Mom talk about your story reminded me of when I did the same (in my 20's🤭)...just made me tear up a little. I can see the unconditional love! My mom was the same and gave me the " I knew, I was just waiting for you to tell me " line! This just made me happy to watch! Thanks for sharing and I hope this helps alot of people struggling to come out! 🤗💝

[@yolielin4143]

That's one cool mom !! A fantastic relationship between them. God bless them.

[@darksider9534]

You were hurting, she couldn't understand but she came to terms to with it; thats what a great parent does. Thank you for sharing. ❤

[@roycc07]

i'm glad you shared your story. my coming out was horrible.

[@OutLoudJB]

😥sorry to hear that

[@roycc07]

@@OutLoudJB it is what it is. I just try to learn how to navigate this thing we call life

[@stefan0ni]

WONDERFUL!! I had much the same situation with my own mother. She’s gone now and how I wish she was still here because she was just as affectionate as your own mother, Jonathan. 😀

[@OutLoudJB]

Thanks, Stefan!

[@dtwolfe63]

I never even had this conversation with my mother. We both knew and it was just treated as normal. My mother was very supportive. The only thing I had problems with was the bullying in school and mom was like the mean Mama Bear 🐻. She's the one who got me through those days and made me know there's nothing wrong with me...it was the insecurities of those who were bullying.

[@stefan0ni]

@@dtwolfe63 Yes Dan, the bullying was terrible. The daily fear wore me down. Day after day. I hope that the young lads of today don’t have to face that.

[@OutLoudJB]

@@dtwolfe63 Sounds like Mama Bear was a very smart and compassionate woman. Love that - thanks for sharing!

[@kimgarrigus6732]

Your mom is awesome. My son's happiness is the most important thing for me. Thank you for sharing your story!

[@OutLoudJB]

Absolutely! ☺️

[@navaneethvijay1315]

Awww 😍 Your son/daughter is blessed to have a sweet mother like you 🥰🥰 Be healthy and stay safe Kim Garrigus ❤❤

[@Joey-mj8id]

Oh my! ❤️🙏♥️I just finished watching this video, and this is pulling on my heart strings! Each and every one of us is fighting a private battle that no one knows anything about, At the end of the day, the only thing that matters is kindness towards to one another! What a BEAUTIFUL Mother and Son! Now that is 💯LOVE. ❤️💯♥️ Love you all, Joey from Minnesota ( and yes , I am GAY and Single) 💋 I am here for each and every one of you!

[@OutLoudJB]

Yasss Joey! Mom and I both thank you so much 😊

[@brendancorcoran245]

These people are just beautiful, the world needs more openminded individuals like them.

[@vasilgramatov970]

I have to say - your mom is amazing!!! I am happy for you!!! You’ve got your moments, obviously. However, you all manage to pass that which is the most important thing!

[@KEVIN1957able]

I just started watching your videos. My husband and I are 15 years apart in age.Luckily we had great parents. I am 63 now and he is 78.In the fall we celebrate 45 years together.Married in 2008.. Goes to show differences in age do not matter when it comes to longevity. Good luck yo you both

[@musu6650]

Hi Jonathan, I just discovered your channel just now. What a good and loving mother you have. Few mothers are like her when they go out. I'll subscribe right away and look forward to watching your other videos. Take care and protect yourself and others. Courage in this sad time. Kisses.

[@nikkinicole8371]

I love this. Thank you both for sharing such personal experiences. You know you are helping many families struggling with their own beliefs and emotions on this subject. We all need someone who has been thru it, to help us to redefine personal and societal beliefs that halt/hinder acceptance, growth, freedom from persecution/judgement, and joy. Thank you again ♥️🌈🤗

[@OutLoudJB]

Thanks so much, Nikki!

[@dannyechi3904]

Thanks for sharing. Times have changed alot but we're all not that lucky. Give your mom a hug for me and thank her for her unconditional love. God bless.

[@Saywhatboo133]

I wish I could have had a chat like this with my mother mother before she passed. Now all I can do is move forward knowing she would have wanted the best for me.

[@jeffkeeth6929]

She loved / loves you and wants you to be 100% happy.

[@BJBeds]

Thanks for sharing this. Totally honest take on things and shows just how things can heal over time!

[@jbt6007]

Your mother is beautiful inside and out! What a classy lady. You are very lucky.

[@youbelonginthezoo]

Sharing ur story..Sharing your life..even in 2021..is VERY important 👏 thank u

[@marinellatuason2915]

Thanks for sharing your story. You really have a super nice and kind mom.

[@robertofont6069]

What a journey for mother and son! I’m sure you are much closer because of it.

[@healthyscents]

You're the apple of her eyes! So sweet.

[@felixhau7682]

This is by far the best coming out-story video I've ever seen. PLEASE watch it - from the beginning to the end! And regardless of whether you're involved or not. They BOTH (mother and son) are so adorable in their effort to understand each other and to reflect their very own position - this is really rare. But it SHOULD be normal, actually.

[@OutLoudJB]

Yes Felix! Speaking open and honest without judgement🙌🏼

[@austinfriant]

I am so happy to see when love wins! Those that truly love you will accept you for who you are, and those that don’t, well, hopefully they will come around, if not, then their not worth being in your life. Stay awesome!

[@CelioMancias]

Wow! Love your story. Great family mother-son. Greetings from Texas to you and your mom.

[@OutLoudJB]

Thanks so much, Celio 😊

[@Lasertrac]

You are lucky to have such a loving mother. Feel blessed, be humble

[@alexmalaspino4450]

Love the honesty of the story. Love your Mom.

[@jeffhappens1]

Really great and beautiful to have this kind of moment with your mom. I’ll be honest though, the genuineness of the moment is a bit under minded by the fact it’s being recorded. Like, it’s not that I don’t believe your mom is being truthful, it’s just when things are recorded with everyone’s awareness, the feeling of it being performative doesn’t go away. Like, really happy for you that you can have such an accepting mother with unconditional love, but I wish there was a way to extract the genuineness of the moment out of the feeling of cameras on you. A headshot of you just talking about your mother being accepting after you talked to her privately, i could accept that. But again, this is your way of showing the world how you great mother is

[@matthewnour97]

Awe, just found your channel.. I'm dating an older man too and I worry more on how my parents will understand that than me being gay. Great to see you guys are good now. I'll be binging your channel and following 😉

[@OutLoudJB]

Yay! Glad to have you😊

[@johnschaal5866]

I had a very similar story. We are blessed to have Moms like yours and mine!

[@OutLoudJB]

Got that right! Thanks, John👍🏼

[@dudleyhall5217]

An awesome coming out story and an awesome mother-son bond.

[@butchooo494]

Your mom is absolute beauty and power and supportive.I loved her💙💙

[@rob9185]

Live your life to be a good example of what you believe. Someday you will look back and know exactly why it had to happen. Appreciate where you are in your journey. Even if it's not where you want to be. Every season serves a purpose. You can't change your situation. the only thing you can change is how you chose to deal with it. And you did! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🎯 In the end, you'll realize the best thing in life is not something you can touch, but something you can feel 💕 This was a beautiful edit hearing your mom speak from her heart 🙏🏼 Thank You for sharing 🌷 #motherandson 💞

[@PhilipSteeves]

Keep talking, so wonderful to share your journey!

[@digitalnomadcasa6222]

Thanks for your story. I lost my partner in a car accident and he was everything to me. I could only see darkness and everyone seemed too busy to care as I could no longer manage my life. I hopped on a plane to visit old friends in Colombia and have been here for years.

[@mohamedgill1459]

You are a brave man, you made me cry guys, love love love

[@jeraldrice3583]

Such a heart warming video...I love your mom

[@shawnbflannigan]

Adorable story. Thank you for sharing it with us! 💜

[@OutLoudJB]

Absolutely☺️ thanks for watching!

[@johnmueller9100]

Your mother is very loving. I never told my mother, but she knew. Mothers always know. My first lover was twice my age and soooo good to me. Sadly, my mother died and I never told her.

[@hecatesson]

This had me in tears throughout the whole video. I loved what you and your mother had to share and the reality of it. Thank you for this and please say thank you to your beautiful mother for being who she is.

[@OutLoudJB]

Will do - thanks so much for this wonderful comment 😊

[@bugleboy4527]

What a wonderful Mum, she's a treasure. Sending love from London guys

[@OutLoudJB]

🥰

[@Nutella0103]

Beautiful relationship, what a lovely mom by the way ❤️

[@t.p.mckenna]

That's a wonderful relationship there. I came out when I was 40. Unfortunately, it meant the end of my marriage and my mother was very fond of my wife. My father too. So, all the concern was for her and I really didn't get much of a look in, but even after that, there wasn't the opportunity of going over the past. They were completely accepting. No bible was going to get in the way, but other than my mother saying, 'well there was a time when I said to your father that I thought you might be gay ...' (a conversation that was interrupted, goddammit!) we never got back to the subject an she passed away six years later. The age thing is interesting, but with time it has become much less relevant. People don't talk about age differences now, compared to a time when a difference of just three or four years was considered a mismatch. I reach 58 in two days time and I have my young admirers and I know that the attraction is real and not, as too often perceived, some kind of fetish. You know, they call it things like 'a daddy complex' and it is such a clueless expression. The last thing that goes on in a good relationship is guys seeking substitutes. I happen to have a solid preference for asian guys and that's something that's been there since my school days. You could theory this, theory that, but it's just what it is. One thing I do know, Jonathan, for sure, is you're darned attractive, young man! Thanks for the great video!

[@navaneethvijay1315]

Oh Maybe someone is there for you Dear 💕 Hope both of you will meet one day And thanks for saying this Because I'm a gay too from India 🇮🇳 And due to the society ( but I'm glad that the mind of people is changing and supporting but still there are many who tell it's mind problem consult a doctor is better even after knowing) I'm very fired but your story made me realize that to stop thinking like this and I need to come out I'm 20 now and I will only tell about my sexuality in future Take care ❤

[@dewaynewestmoreland3773]

Wow. Beautiful video. Thanks for sharing. I can see the love she has for you. I think it's wonderful.

[@knetye8124]

The honesty is beautiful and what a journey thank you for sharing ... it’s awesome you forgave your mom I think many of us forget our coming out is a journey for everyone and after is all is said and done things can full circle and bonds can become so much stronger

[@OutLoudJB]

Got that right! Thank you😊

[@juliancoulden1753]

This amazing discussion proves how remarkable the mum is. She clearly had to process the issues which concerned her. But her acceptance of her sons gayness was with out question. What a contrast to the coming out stories where one or both parents have a meltdown and the kid gets thrown out of the house. It is extraordinary that the sexual preferences of kids are still such an issue for parents. As if life wasn’t complicated enough.

[@georgemack120]

This truly lovely woman should be giving lessons in humanity, love, motherhood and parenting 101. How tragic, Madame that you are the exception and not the rule. Take good care of her, kiddo. You have been blessed.

[@stevenredigonda4205]

Very touching and sweet. Had me teary-eyed a few times and smiling even more times. Thank you for sharing that personal time of your life with us.

[@jeromeperlongo6763]

Kudos to the both of you....you for being so brave and your mother for being so loving ...

[@OutLoudJB]

Thanks, Jerome!

[@jeromeperlongo6763]

@@OutLoudJB absolutely!!!

[@D3c3pTion]

Awe, so lucky to have this support. And mama you made a beautiful son.

[@pierrecascais]

Wonderful love from your understanding mother. I admire her.

[@samprimera5545]

Bawled when she said she knew her baby was in pain.That's when I lost it.

[@mspalmboy]

Very happy that you and your Mum have such a great relationship and thank you for sharing this video. A genuine question - why do so many Americans not use seatbelts when driving? Does the law not require everyone to wear seatbelts? Even if the law doesn't require seatbelt use, why not use it anyway, to reduce the seriousness of injuries in a crash? Here in Australia the law requires mandatory use of seatbelts. People routinely use seatbelts, and compared to the rest of the world we have a low death rate from car crashes. Thanks again.

[@OutLoudJB]

Thanks, Phil! Great question. Honestly this vehicle was so old and the seatbelt latches didn’t work. It has since been replaced with a new vehicle! Truth be told, when I was first editing this video, I felt terrible about knowing that seatbelts weren’t used! 99.9999% of the time, we definitely use seatbelts! Cheers my friend, thanks again!

[@mspalmboy]

@@OutLoudJB thanks for the response Jonathan. As a former paramedic and someone who has never been to America, I'm curious to know what your law is regarding seatbelts (I see lots of US videos showing people driving in cars with nobody wearing seatbelts). Is there no law in America requiring people to wear seatbelts? Maybe it's optional to wear them? Also, do US police not carry portable "breathalyser" units to immediately get a roadside breath alcohol reading from suspected drunk drivers? All Australian police cars carry breathalysers so police can tell who is driving while drunk. Any further info is appreciated. Out of interest, according to these Australian govt figures the US death toll in road crashes is nearly two and a half times higher than in Australia (per 100,000 of population) www.bitre.gov.au/publications/ongoing/international_road_safety_comparisons Thanks and have a good day.

[@OutLoudJB]

@@mspalmboy there are indeed laws about wearing seatbelts, the common tag line being “click it or ticket” I think this may vary from state to state though. Breathalyzers, I believe most cruisers do have them. Apparently turn signals are optional in certain states, too! Lol Driving in Rhode Island or Boston - nobody seems to know how to use them. It’s infuriating!

[@MegaBurnzie]

Thank you for sharing this......Beautiful family......Oh my God, where ever you are located is GORGEOUS.

[@Fieldsinv]

Damn, this is so real and truly beautiful. I’m so glad you made this video. The emotional reaction from your mom is so touching. ❤️

[@OutLoudJB]

Thanks so much 😊

[@justinvasquez5280]

Damn Jonathan, had no idea I was going to tear up like that. What a wonderful Mother. I wish my parents would have had that reaction. Quite the opposite. Maybe that's why this made me cry. Because I wish they would have hugged me and said its ok. Instead I got smacked across my face. That's awesome you and your mom have such a wonderful relationship. Definitely going to follow you. Be well brother, Justin (Denver) 🙂🌎❤🤝🏻 🤜🏼🤛🏿

[@OutLoudJB]

Thanks, Justin! She’s awesome. And hang in there my friend, maybe they’ll come around. My mom took time before she was this accepting.

[@justinvasquez5280]

@@OutLoudJB I very much appreciate the kind reply. Unfortunately my parents aren't budging but that's okay. I need to live my life and be happy. I have met some awesome people in the gay community and I feel like I have a new family. 🙂😍☺.

[@OutLoudJB]

@@justinvasquez5280 so happy to hear you found your tribe🤗

[@prideolea]

~crying~ this is beautiful.

[@OutLoudJB]

Thank you 😊

[@johnlymn861]

That was a very heartfelt video and I’m sure helpful to many who still have to go through this. Lovely caring and honest family. Hugs from across the pond.

[@cedricksamaniego9146]

Great to have supportive family. Attraction types like can change over time only if you're open to it

[@OutLoudJB]

😊

[@peterquinn1323]

You have a lovely mum. It is true what they say, time is a great healer.

[@OutLoudJB]

I think so, too😊 Thanks my friend!

[@peterquinn1323]

@@OutLoudJB . I came out when I was 38 and took my parents a while to accept, questioning themselves. I was ostracised for a couple of weeks, but the love my parents have for me, they managed to accept it and move on. I know I am lucky in this respect as some people don’t have that support and are thrown out. Despite the hurt at the time, I always look on the positive side of things.

[@zombiemom7378]

This was beautiful. Thank you for sharing. Your mom is a gem. 💗

[@Jack-eo5fn]

This is one helluva Mom. No wonder you’ve turned up so well.

[@OutLoudJB]

Thank you so much! I’ll share this comment with her. Cheers!

[@alexandergrosvenor1043]

Beautiful posting. Both so lucky to have each other.

[@ozvoyager]

Mom deserves credit for the way she's adjusted and seemingly arrived at a positive relationship with her son. That said, parents watching this need to know a few things. First, you child's sexuality and/or coming out IS NOT ABOUT YOU. Nothing about you or related to you - not your parenting, not an absent father, nothing - has influenced or caused his/her sexuality. So the good news is: you don't need to beat yourself up. But that also means you don't get to make it about you. If you want to examine your parenting, question the life choices you've imposed on your children or whatever, do it on your own time; don't burden your child with your hang-ups, out-dated prejudices and dumb misconceptions. The things you say in response to your kid coming out, especially the hurtful things (from vicious religious judgements through to lack of acceptance) will stay with them forever. You can't take them back, they will be a permanent shadow on your relationship. Which leads me to one more observation. It's 2021 and not being prepared for one of your children being possibly gay (or bi, or trans or whatever) can now be regarded as simply poor parenting. It's not a hugely unlikely event; it's something that you should have thought about well before your child hits puberty. In fact, before you actually commit to having children. Then at least you stand a better chance of not reacting badly, saying hurtful things you can't take back, and either damaging your parent-child relationship or losing your child forever.

[@edwardvisser6351]

Hi voyager, very well spoken comment. Like to copy your insights and use them on a gay facebookpage in The Netherlands. But not able to copy the tekst on yt....

[@scole665]

Well, you are both amazing. And probably better people than me. Because I don’t know if I would have reacted the same way to those mean things she said. Happy for you both though. XOXOX

[@tsbio]

You hauling hay in your minivan reminds me of my dad hauling buckets of water in his Nova for our horses in the winter.

[@claucruz283]

Hugs to your mom!! 👐

[@dmstandart1]

Thanks for sharing. My father died when I was young and I have an older spouse so I really connected to your story ❤️

[@OutLoudJB]

Cheers Daniel! ☺️

[@dmstandart1]

@@OutLoudJB cheers Jonathan. Sending love and blessings to you and your partner ❤️. Stay safe my brother!!!

[@karlrogers7317]

So much love in this video! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@davidbanas7609]

I just think you should be very proud and give her a big hug

[@OutLoudJB]

Thank you! I certainly will😊

[@markanthonycastellano4086]

Beautiful ❤️ your mom is amazing!