I have always been very close with my mother and father. Since I was a child they have been a bit overprotective and sheltered me from a lot. But I never resented them for it, I guess I was just a laid back child. When I opened up to them about being gay they were initially shocked and confused. They didn’t really understand and to this day I’m not sure they fully do, but I’m certain it hasn’t affected how they feel about me, we all still love each other very much.
I came to Wyoming to go to school because I felt like I could make a big difference here. This was hard for me because it meant leaving my family and that took some real getting used to. I think it hurt my parents even more. They kept presenting me with opportunities of schools in our area until the day I left for Laramie. They couldn’t understand why I chose Laramie.
Once I adapted to being in such a small town and began to make new friends I told my parents all about it. They soon understood why I chose Laramie and weren’t as upset about me leaving. I still go back a visit on every break and holiday. And on some special occasions I will take a week off. My mother’s birthday happens to be towards the end of second semester so I took a few days off to go see her. It meant the world to her and me, allowing myself to go back and visit so frequently is the only way I can manage living here without them.
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