Let's be a LGBTQ friendly forum « Back to Group Discussions

[amanders]

Hi all! I don't want to stir the pot on any previous threads, but I do feel compelled to say that I would very much appreciate if we could be an LGBTQ friendly forum.  I have great respect for people who have looked clearly into their souls and found a sexual or gender identity that is not easy for everyone to accept.  It takes courage and authenticity to live this difference. I hope that I can continue to learn how to be sensitive to these issues - just as I hope to become more welcoming of all people regardless of race, religion, age, ability, etc. We don't have to agree on everything - others have illustrated many topics on which we might differ - but it is important, I think, to commit to kindness toward one another.

[Brambleberry]

I second that.  Thanks, Amanders!

[MissE]

I don't think anybody said not to be supportive, right? I believe it's everybody's right to love whoever they want to. I'm scared to hear politicians talk about equal rights for everybody but then they turn around and say, everybody who is not gay/lesbian...how hypocritical. I can only imagine what gays/lesbians go through in this country. Being an immigrant I was appaled by the hate towards them here. I have friends in Germany who are in a same sex marriage and it's totally normal...who cares. I only got to stay here in the US because I married my husband and he sponsored a greencard...gays and lesbians who get married to an immigrant will have to live somewhere else in the world just because there's no way they can ever be together here. I believe 'mole' doesn't live in the USA, if I read one of her posts right.

So, heck yes let's be supportive, absolutely.

[mole]

Thanks Amanders. And Hyde and MyMaya and everyone who has been supportive of everyone in our forum. Thank you. You are right, MissE, I live in Scandinavia.

[dandylez]

I absolutely support this, and appreciate it being said openly and pro-actively.  Thanks, amanders and all!

[hyde]

Yes! :)

[goin' green]

Fully agree!!!!

[Carlin]

I agree completely! I hope this can be a place where everyone feels welcome and comfortable, especially those who face so much discrimination in the real world. Thank you for posting this Amanders!

[crystal_buffaloe]

I didn't read whatever the other post was, but the need for this thread makes me sad

Anyway, I've found a lot of support in this DDC (and I still haven't told IRL, so it's been a lifesaver) and I hope that LGBQT parents-to-be can find that same support here, too.

[2sweetsparrows]

I agree- we are all daughters and mothers (and all who may want to be here as well)- and lots of other wonderful things like professionals, crafters, explorers and adventurers. We all love- and that is beautiful. This should be a safe place for all to come and give and receive support.  We should also be gentle when some are not familiar with current or accurate terminology- as long as there is not implicit judgment or intentional harm in their presentation (which of course should not be tolerated), teaching moments are valuable as long as there is not a condescending tone- "teaching" can become shaming and humiliating which can have the opposite of the desired effect.  I guess I am saying - mindfulness, tolerance and compassion when asking someone to change.

So YAY to the LGBTQQIAA friendly as well as being friendly to all different experiences medically and parentally.  This world IS harsh and can be very hard- lets keep this a safe place to land.

Love to Love

   

[momtoafireteam]

Its sad that this even needed to be said, but I am glad it was. We need to all be kind to each other, not divisive. 

[ilovejeff]

I missed the controversy, but can say a hearty, YES!! to this!  Yay for love!!!

[WindyCityMom]

Yes, yay for love!  We are all people- let us embrace it! Thank you for posting this Amanders.  

[rubyrose]

Yes! :) Love for everyone!
 

[MamanFrancaise]

  

 

[DesertSunsets]

I haven't posted here before, but I wanted to thank everybody for their openness and desires to be LGBTQ friendly.  It really means a lot.  My wife is pregnant with our first, and we are so excited.  But there are certainly times when the excitement is cut down because of people who are unsupportive and downright hateful about our relationship.  We participate in the August DDC, but occasionally I do wander and read here. 

Again, thank you. 

[Bena]

Originally Posted by DesertSunsets 

I haven't posted here before, but I wanted to thank everybody for their openness and desires to be LGBTQ friendly.  It really means a lot.  My wife is pregnant with our first, and we are so excited.  But there are certainly times when the excitement is cut down because of people who are unsupportive and downright hateful about our relationship.  We participate in the August DDC, but occasionally I do wander and read here. 

Again, thank you. 

Well, you're always welcome to pop in our September club!!!