05 Sep 13
Originally posted by SuzianneGood post. I think most parents would react in the same way.I am 100% sure that I, and my close friends,would.
http://shine.yahoo.com/parenting/mothers-amazing-response-son-came-facebook-154700421.html
Some parents do show unconditional love for their kids. It gives one hope for humanity.
05 Sep 13
Originally posted by SuzianneThat's nice however there's something that irks me about a Mom taking a picture of her letter and posting it on facebook for all to see. It no longer becomes an intimate and special moment between a mother and son, it becomes an exercise in self-promotion. I understand that perhaps the motive could have been to inspire other parents of gay teens to be more understanding but somehow I don't think a facebook share is as world-changing as people like to think. Cynical, I know.
http://shine.yahoo.com/parenting/mothers-amazing-response-son-came-facebook-154700421.html
Some parents do show unconditional love for their kids. It gives one hope for humanity.
Not necessarily related but what's your opinion on this woman blogging about her potentially gay 6 year old? Is it charmingly gay-positive or borderline exploitative?
http://getstooobsessed.tumblr.com/post/9004061623/mommy-they-are-just-like-me-my-oldest-son-is
Does it seem right that a mother discusses their child's sexuality with the world without the child even having a concept of consent, privacy or even sexuality?
05 Sep 13
Originally posted by ZambonerIt's sick!
Not necessarily related but what's your opinion on this woman blogging about her potentially gay 6 year old? Is it charmingly gay-positive or borderline exploitative?
http://getstooobsessed.tumblr.com/post/9004061623/mommy-they-are-just-like-me-my-oldest-son-is
Does it seem right that a mother discusses their child's sexuality with the world without the child even having a concept of consent, privacy or even sexuality?
Originally posted by ZambonerI'm not part of the whole Facebook 'thing', but I'm pretty sure people mainly think of it as a way to communicate with friends and relatives, not to post stuff meant for the whole world to see.
That's nice however there's something that irks me about a Mom taking a picture of her letter and posting it on facebook for all to see. It no longer becomes an intimate and special moment between a mother and son, it becomes an exercise in self-promotion. I understand that perhaps the motive could have been to inspire other parents of gay teens to be mor ...[text shortened]... don't think a facebook share is as world-changing as people like to think. Cynical, I know.
I guess what I mean is, you don't see it as 'world-changing', well, I'm sure she doesn't, either. I don't either, but this story is nice to share. And that's why it made the news, a bit of 'good news' for a change. That's all.
Compare it with that other note from that woman who wants a neighbor to tear down a ramp she built for her handicapped son. Night and day.
06 Sep 13
Originally posted by ZambonerI say bah, let's let 6-year-olds be 6-year-olds. Enough time for that other stuff later.
Not necessarily related but what's your opinion on this woman blogging about her potentially gay 6 year old? Is it charmingly gay-positive or borderline exploitative?
http://getstooobsessed.tumblr.com/post/9004061623/mommy-they-are-just-like-me-my-oldest-son-is
Does it seem right that a mother discusses their child's sexuality with the world without the child even having a concept of consent, privacy or even sexuality?
