Gay Twins Come Out To Each Other, Then To Mom.
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- After going home with another guy following an awkward experience in a parking lot, Ron Malott knew he was gay. He went home and he and his twin brother came out to each other. Then came the hard part: telling their mom that they're gay.
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44 years ago I was 18 and came out to my parents at the breakfast table during Christmas Break from college. Mom looked at dad and said "I told you", life went on and they had my back 'til they both died. Just like any normal parent.
*****
It's said good mothers can tell early on and dads will deny and knowing my parents, there may well have been a bet. Wish I'd asked.
+46619TAB Odd my dad knew and never blinked a eye at it. My mom freaked out.
keith parkhill
My best friend's son is Gay and married to a man whose parents threw him out of the house at 15 and then piled all his belongings in the front yard and burned the pile. He moved onward and upward while his parents remain mired in the dark depths of Catholicism without their only child or the chance to visit with the guys's adopted baby girl. Hopefully your mom got over it!.
***** Took her twenty years .
keith parkhill
Twenty years lost, that's a shame considering how short life is.
Hey everybody, it's Ron here. Thanks so much for the kind words, it was pretty hard to talk about my Mom without getting emotional but I thought my story might help Parents and kids that may be struggling. What I found fascinating about my brother and I was that he so clearly knew he was gay at 6 but I had just chalked up my feelings as admiration for other guys. Gay sex was taboo so I didn't even let my mind go there, I guess I just made up for it with lots of girls. Also, I'll be 55 this year and I know some people were trying to do the math with how I look. The only thing I got from my Dad was good genes but I've taken really good care of them, we only get one body to last a lifetime and I want to hold my Grand kids ;)
+Ron Malott You certainly wear it well, Ron. Your story is beautiful & one that I found to be especially moving.
+Ron Malott I loved your story Ron. It was sad, it was funny, bitter-sweet but with a happy and uplifting ending, it was something I could totally identify with - above all it was HONEST . You come across as a genuinely lovely guy and you deserve all the hapiness life brings you. I reckoned from the details in your account that you must be in your mid-fifties though I found it very hard to comprehend - you look more like a 35 year old :-) .BTW, welcome to the "55 and over brigade" . I turned 55 last October and life now is better than ever .
How great that your mom got to see you be a dad after all.
Amazing and well told story. Sounds like your mom was a wonderful lady. Glad you and your twin are so alike. Glad you've got a husband and kids. Congratulations.
More power to you brother !
I know Ron. He and I have been friends since college and let me assure you he is the real deal. I have seldom met such a kind soul. XOXOXO
Sure, but she's a liar. She didn't think of men sexually before that first random hook-up in college? Girl, please.
@@MarcosIsABaritone she......
Dude, don't be a jerk. We all walk a different path.
@@jvfndal I'm aware we all "walk a different path." But after all these years, homeboy should be telling himself and everyone else a more honest, self-aware story.
@@MarcosIsABaritone Also, I already checked at what else you've been commenting on other peoples' stories.
M E S S Y, queen, you being a whole-ass toxic mess, quit playing. Not everybody has to have a tragic coming out story steeped in self-questioning and turmoil. Judging people for the lack of tea in their lives is the internalized homophobia and gay television dramas talking. You can be better than that.
When I came out as bi to my mom in HS she said "yeah so what do you want?" I just looked at her a little puzzled and she said "girl your silly, I don't care who you date. Now go away I'm busy" I died laughing not at all what I was expecting. Couldn't have been a better outcome.
You are so lucky . Hope you be happy .
🤔🤣🤣🤣🤣
Dear Ron; Thank you for sharing your story. I'm gay, too, but I was a baby boomer, which means I'm now 75 and never told my parents. I carried gay shame for 60 years. Thank God, for your mom and thank God the world is beginning to see that we are human beings, not perverts or monsters. Blessings on your kids and on all you love.
Wonderful story, Ron! ... I'm 75 ... came out when I was 9 - and never had parental acceptance. Left home - and went out on my own at 15 ... life has been joyous, sad, happy and surprizing ... but NEVER dull, and I would not change a thing! I am happy that your life has been full and worth living. I pray for happiness and acceptance for all of the younger people "coming out" - and coming to terms with their sexuality in today's world! Thanks for your story!
There are so many people suffering because they are not sure of their sexual identity. This is one of the greatest videos I've seen. Thank you.
I'm sorry for your loss but I'm glad you got to take care of your mom until she crossed over. I took care of my mom as well until she passed away. I'm s single gay man now but I haven't given up on love. Thank you for a wonderful story
😥😥😥😥 when he speaks about his mom. Nothing like a love between a mother and a son💔💔❤️❤️
I have a twin brother and we came out to each other 43 years ago. It was liberating and profound. We were living at home and came out to our mom and dad weeks later. It did not go well and we were asked to leave. We decided to be strong yet kind in our approach to teach and nurture a relationship with her so she could be in our lives. She is now 83, our biggest ally and we have the best relationship in the world. It can and does get better!
Thank you for sharing such a heart warming and lovely story. In 1986 in South Texas at age 26, I came out to my parents during the AIDS crisis. Not an easy conversation. So glad to see younger generations have better and more opportunities.
I’ve recently discovered this channel, I’m not gay myself but I am really learning a newfound respect for the trials and trauma that these brave men and women have lived through. I was pretty homophobic when I was a younger man but I’ve grown up a lot since then. I try to give everyone the same respect and hope they don’t prove me wrong. I’m struggling with my health and the prospect of my own mortality and I find it soothing to listen to stories of growth, no matter what the source. I wish people would just be nicer to each other. Life is hard enough.
Ron, that was the sweetest story. I am so glad that she got to see that you not could be a father but that she saw you parenting. I am 71, and coming out to my Southern Baptist parents was not even a passing thought. But somehow she understood what my relationship was to my partner (before marriage equality). She accepted us as a couple and knew that he was important to me. Never a word about being gay or sex. I think she really just accepted him as another one of her kids. In her late years with dementia she would forget my name but would ask "And how is that boy you live with?"
Hello! This 'vlog', went straight to my heart, as my Mom passed away two months ago, and as in the case you very sensitively shared with us, she and I were very close. Unfortunately my Brother is, as much of my family on my mother's side, nurtured an homophobic attitude, and possibly by rivalry, went to go against the agreement my Mom and I shared, trying to destroy my reputation with other members of the family as well as with friends of ours. I do have to say, most often than not, he damaged his own reputation doing so. This, of course, does not change how ones suffer from being somehow 'bullied' by people one shares the same roots with. Thank you for your very moving short documentary. God Bless!
He did get to be a dad, and his mom got to see that up close before she died. Everything in life should be that perfect.
I have something to tell you, I’m gay
Omg twinsiees
I'm only 17 , but I see myself in the far future becoming a father. I hope to adopt & raise those children with my future husband. Your story was heartfelt , and I'm glad you shared it. Thank-you !
Johnny Perez I wish all the best for you!
@Wendy Alien so? Your point is? Oh wait no, there is no point. You're just a homophobe. ^^
Johnny Perez I was adopted by two wonderful men I know you have a great future ahead of you
I'm sure you'll be an awesome father too
Good luck with your future beautiful family
A mother's love. Just wow.
Jaii Rela : True, sad but true! !🙏😙💕💕
Not all, I've seen a friend whose mom cuts off communication with her when she came out as gay
@Dusk Hollow Generally speaking.
@@rtjahyadi7868 Generally speaking. And I am sorry to hear that. I will never understand how any parent can throw away their child, especially over their sexuality.
@@jwalt8019 Religious conviction is often the case
Ron and Don,I just listened to your story. It almost brought tears to me too. I'm a lot older than you two. I just turned 65 and my husband turned 54. We've been together for 33 yrs. When I grew up, my nephew was born 4 months after me and we were basically raised like brothers. If he wasn't at my house, I was at his but, not that much. because his dad, my brother, was quite MEAN to him. So mom and dad had him most of the time. We slept, bathed and dressed to get her. As well as everything else. (If you get the drift!).Things went fine until we were just past puberty, we discovered girls. He later go married and I remained gay. Long story short, he divorced and became sad and lonely, afraid to come out. I did come out and couldn't be any happier with the fact my parents knew before they passed. I'm glad the two of you came out for your mom. It's a lot better for you all. Lots of love. Rik
Your mom was a treasure and I'm happy she was able to see her grandchildren. May you and your family be surrounded by love always.
“We started double dating with our boyfriends” that’s so cute I can’t
Whoah, that hit me hard at the end.
Me to..... what sexy Amazing guy he is... Whow.
Damien John sure did, I didn’t see that coming, now my eyes are leaking.
Steven
I only wish ALL Mother's & Father's could accept their children with open arms as your Mother did.
Yeah, me too dude
OMG There's two of him!???? God really turned it out with that family. With a mom like that, and sons who grew up into such brave young men. Yea...that family is blessed.
Beautiful guy, beautiful story... I think pretty much everyone who saw this (apart from the 2 homophobes who disliked this) wanted to give him a huge hug, when he started tearing up.
+Jeepman89 Jesus, get yourself a life !
+Jeepman89 I feel sorry for you, to be feld up with that much hate.
***** Why is there hate? You're the hateful one by coming on here, only to shout your dislike of gay people. You realise it's not chosen, right? Just like you didn't choose to be straight. She loves her sons unconditionally because she's a good parent... Can I say the same for you? I really doubt that.
***** But why? She didn't have her children, just to get grandchildren. She had her children because she wanted children regardless. I'm my dad's only son and while he pretty much seemed a little disheartened about not having grandchildren, he's glad that I can be myself and happy. I just don't like the almost biblical angle you seem to be hinting at. Even things like marriage are about love, not to provide security to children like the bible says. The priorities are twisted in that book.
*She wasn't disappointed. And you said you're not hateful? You said it was too creepy for you. If that's not hateful, I don't know what is. I don't mind you being straight. But I DO mind you being anti-gay.*
'We are entitled to our own opinions.'
*That's one thing..IT'S ANOTHER WHEN YOU USE YOUR OPINIONS TO OFFEND OTHERS AND HURT THEIR FEELINGS. THAT'S NOT PROTECTED UNDER FREE SPEECH! EVEN KOBE BRYANT KNOWS THAT!*
'I'm sure she was disappointed and not as thrilled as a lot of you believe.'
*HOW WOULD YOU KNOW?! DID YOU EVEN WATCH? IF SHE WASN'T THRILLED AS WE BELIEVE, AND WAS INDEED DISAPPOINTED, DON'T YOU THINK SHE WOULD'VE DISOWNED THEM?*
When I came out to my parents, my mother said it was just a phase because I had never had a girlfriend. And my father cried! Never been mentioned again by any of us.
Wow. I screamed it once during an argument with my mom. Nothing was said back. Never mentioned again. I didn’t feel like her religion would ever square with it so it was left unsaid. I was living with a partner at the time and she knew I was happy. Both parents are gone now. I’m so glad it’s getter better and easier (for some) now.
when his mom said "i just wanna know that you're okay. i just wanna know that you're going to find true love and that you're gonna be with somebody because that's what you deserve, and i really regret that you probably won't be a dad because i think you'd be an awesome dad" i started crying.
This is the first one of these that felt honest, true, authentic and without bs or fakery. Terrific!
Thank you for your story. I’m 64 and many people think I’m in my 40’s so I can relate. I lost my mom in 1998 and my partner of 26 years in 2000 on Thanksgiving day. Your story lifted me up and I Thank you so much. Have a wonderful holiday.
I love this! I had a similar story with my son. I knew he was gay and wanted him to feel comfortable telling me. We watched hours of Will and Grace and he told me at 12. It was so amazing to me that he trusted me fully at that point. I am looking forward to the day when no one has to "come out". We are getting closer. Thank you again for your story.
What a wonderful story, and I’m so happy for both of you, but you have to understand that it doesn’t always work out like that. I consider myself so incredibly lucky. Firstly because my parents adopted me when I was nine months old, and saves me from God only knows what, and gave me the best childhood I could have ever asked for! I don’t come from a religious family, I come from a military family, my dad was in the Navy for over 10 years, my grandfather the army and my great grandfather the army as well, here in Canada, so just say I was nervous as to how they would react of my coming out is an understatement, I was absolutely terrified, especially because my father was the epitome of the alpha male, being your typical tough guy naval officer, who was afraid of absolutely nothing, but who was also very close minded, or so I thought. I knew I was gay ever since I was a small boy, but my parents are incredibly overprotective people, and also insisted on knowing every detail of my personal life, thankfully back then there was no Internet, so it was easier to hide, but knowing how intensely curious my parents always worry about my personal life I knew that I had to tell them because they would find out eventually anyways, and I wanted them to hear from my own mouth as opposed to hearing it from someone else, but I didn’t quite have a full nerve to come out and see it, so instead I had bought several gay porno magazines, and left them in my closet, knowing that my mother during the course of her daily snooping with find them.....I will never forget that day as long as I live. I had just turned 16, I was just coming home from school, and both my mother and father were standing in the living room by the front door waiting for me, which was really strange because my father always worked until at least 6 o’clock. My mom had found the magazines, called my father because she was in such a panic, and he came home early from work so he could talk to me. The first thing out of their mouth when I walked in the door was “your mother found your magazines”. I almost fainted, turned Chuck white and felt like I was gonna have a heart attack, it was the worst feeling on earth. Every gay person knows exactly what I’m talking about, but if you’re not gay it’s very difficult for you to understand the emotions involved, and not knowing what was going to happen. I was so afraid that they would react negatively that I had packed a suitcase, which I left in my closet, in case I needed to make a quick escape after they found out, have they not taken it well. I was thoroughly convinced they were going to kick me out of the house, looking back now I can see how insane that very thought is, they love me more than anything in the world, but when your that scared, especially in a situation like this, you have no idea what to expect as it goes to the very core of people‘s beliefs. I was waiting for my parents to kick me out, and to start screaming their heads off. But to my surprise the first thing they did after saying they found my magazines, please give me the biggest hug they could, as my mother was sobbing and my father cried as well, and I’ve never seen my father cry in my life. Before they said anything else they told me that no matter what, they love me and would never leave me on my own, but they will be there for me, and support me, no matter what happens. I suddenly felt like a ton of weight has been lifted off my shoulders. My father of course, having his share of homophobic experiences in the military, shared with me being out of violence gay people face, but he wasn’t trying to scare me, he was just trying to warn me, in the end their biggest fear was that I would be hurt, and let’s not forget this was the height of the aids epidemic, and they were absolutely terrified that I was going to contract HIV, as I knew nothing about safe sex, or sex at all, because they never spoke about it, and the school I went to never taught sex Ed. First thing I told him was I was a virgin, that seemed to relieve them a lot, and secondly I told him that I just thought that they deserved to know who their son really was, because I didn’t want to lie to them anymore, especially since I had a girlfriend at the time. It was just a fake relationship, she knew I was gay, she was the only person who knew, but I had to tell her if I wanted to use her as a pretend girlfriend (we did however have an incredible friendship, and even though that was over 30 years ago that friendship just grows stronger every day still). My mom cried for about five minutes, asking me what did they do wrong, asking me “didn’t we take you to another sporting events?” My poor parents, they tried so hard, and I have to give them so much credit because the world they came from was a complete 360° turn from the one I was going to be growing up in, and they were so afraid for me, but I promised them that if ever I was in trouble I would tell them, and that was that. There was about a day or two of awkwardness and afterwords everything went right back to normal, so I was so Lucky to have such loving and supportive parents, but as I said before it doesn’t always go that well. In the gay community we have an expression, we have what we call our chosen family, another words, a lot of gay people are disowned and kicked out of the house by their own parents, so they choose a new family, mostly made up from all the friends they meet later in life, but I was so lucky I didn’t have to do that. I am however a part of a chosen family amongst many of my friends whose family completely disowned them. I will never understand how any parent could do that to their own child, it’s heartless and cruel, and just plain evil! Now that I’m a father, I understand where my parents were coming from, although I obviously could care less if my son Is gay or straight, as long as he’s happy that’s all I care. Yes, I have a child and two grandchildren, my son is actually my husband’s first and only born child he had back in his home country of El Salvador when he was only 15 years old. He immigrated here to explore her sexuality in a safe place where he New he wouldn’t go to jail if someone found out, as opposed to his country, where most gay men and women were either beaten to death or thrown in jail. Again keeping in mind all of this happened when I was 16 way back in the mid-80s, things were a lot different than they are now. Young people today are so lucky to have the Internet, I never ending source of information, ways to meet other people, learn about their sexuality, and let’s not forget, and never ending source of pornography. When I was a kid I had to go to the store and buy a magazine, I was so nervous my hands were shaking as a store clerk with just look at you, knowing that you were a young gay person, desperate for any information you can get your hands on, and these magazines were my only source of information to the gay world. I remember when I met my husband in 1988, I had just turned 20, my parents were so sad because a week later I decided to move in with him, simply because I was desperate to start my life is an openly gay man, with my mother saying you’ll be back, it’s just a phase! Well, that was over 31 years ago, and we’re still together, my other siblings have all been married and divorced at least twice, and I am the only one to give my parents grandchildren and great grandchildren! Anyways, just felt like sharing that story with you guys, and if your child ever comes to you and says they are gay, I beg you, don’t ever kick them out of the house, or try to send them to a doctor or convert them, being gay is not a choice, the only choice we have is to stay in the closet or to live our lives openly and honestly, would you have your own child live a life they don’t want to and be miserable just to keep you happy? Now that gay people can get married and have children, it’s not the end of the world. Back when I came out, I think the biggest worry about parents had was that their children would never have kids of their own or get married and have a happy life, back then it didn’t exist. You have to remember that every parent over the years builds up a life for their child, and they have an entire list of hopes and dreams for their children, and when you are through those two words, I’m gay, all those dreams come crashing down around them, it’s not easy for them either. My best advice to the parents and to the person coming out, is just give yourself time, and try not to have too many expectations. Some people will except it quickly and others won’t, Just live your life honestly, with no regrets, because it goes by in the blink of an eye, and believe me you don’t want to be over 50 looking back in your life saying I wish I would’ve lived the life I wanted, because by then it’s too late. Just be yourself, be honest, and be happy, cheers everyone!
At 79 my Mother developed many major health issues. I moved back to the family home and I cared for her 24/7 for the next 11 years. I was holding her hand and stroking her hair when she passed.
Caring for her was the most rewarding experience of my life. Many people would tell me what a wonderful son I was. I never understood this as I didn't do anything for her that she hadn't done for me although many years ago.
Soon as I quit crying I'm going to do a comment. I'm so glad you got to take care of your mom. I dedicated my life to taking care of both my parents after they nearly died in a car crash in 1965. Passed on a lot of possible relationships but never regretted it for a minute. They're both gone now so I'm looking.
Lord ,what a beautiful person he is .
I hope his brother is alright too.
How wonderful that you got to spend those last two years with your mom, and show her that you were and are alright, what a precious memory.
I can't thank you enough Ron. From Canada, with nothing but Love and Admiration!
We have been together since 1988 raised three adopted sons and now proud grandparents to two little boys.👍👍👍👍👍
It's amazing to me this story has over 200 dislikes. Sad how hollow the lives of those people must be. Let's go, let love...💗
Probably closeted Christian gay Republicans
I don't understand the 225 dislikes on this ...this was an amazing love story.. I cried with him getting to care for his .other n her knowing he did get to b a dad. Who could be cold hearted n not like this story?
He is so right about the eyes being opened the first time and you feel the difference. This is a wonderful story and great guy. Glad he got to be a dad.
What a great story. Thanks for sharing. I love the fact that you got to show your mom that you could be a father too. Heart warming. 😊
What a wonderful story!
Why would anyone thumbs down this amazing story? Heartless, maybe?
His story always chokes me up ! His openness and his loyalty to his mom are priceless!
I’m covered in goosebumps. I’m from Austin, I have lived in Kyle and Buda and all over Texas. I also have a twin. This is so close to home. Love this story 🖤
I cry during these videos, and I'm straight.
Me too.
Xvodeo
Phangirl, having empathy is not about gender preference; its about humanity.
RZO 5685,,
I can assure you that there are kind, loving straight men out there who have empathy.
RZO 5685 that’s kind of close minded, there are lots of loving straight men, they just get downed out by all the bad ones.
His mom was a gift to him and he later was a gift to her.
That's a very touching story. I'm 70 yrs. old, had older twin brothers and still have not opened up to a partner. Congratulations in your open communications in your family. I grew up at a time when it was dangerous to admit to gay feelings and I've often participated in anonymous sex, which I attribute to having grown up during such an oppressive time for gay people. Bless you! It's especially interesting to have you say you, as twins, were "in the middle." I was the middle child underneath my identical twin brother and it was NO PICNIC. They were extremely popular and bonded like lovers, as far as I'm concerned.
What a sweet story Ron! I shed a few tears listening. You did the right thing. When I was your age (I'm 74 now) it was very very dangerous to come out, other than to oneself and a closely knit Gay group. Most of us had to live a double life. Just this past year alone I came out to more long time straight friends and family than I did all the previous years since I was born put together! And for the 1st time I feel like can breathe!
Woo your mom is pretty awesome. When I came out my parents asked me if I needed a psychiatrist and to not become a sex addict. I think Ill be fine without their advice.
hi i want to know about gay
Nyein Chan Google it
My mother was really cool with it, even excited because she said she always wanted a gay son, but after a while she started to tear up and told me to not sleep around. I felt quite offended but I know she didn't mean anything by it.
@@vaporelz Since it has almost always been (and still is) the girl who holds back on the instant sex, it is perfectly logical to think guys who like guys will have no trouble getting together as often as possible.
Well, let me know if you need some help with ANYTHING! You're just about the best looking dude I could picture. I'm no sex addict but with a little coaxing...
What a wonderful story -- great that gay couples can now marry, raise a family and provide a home for senior parents in their last years! It's the American Dream in rainbow colors! Johnny🌈
I think it is so terrific that Ron had Don to share all those firsts with-emotions events etc.But I also think it's great when mom thought Don was gay alone she was worried about it but when they both confronted her she was worried only that they both find someone that will be good for them.
But the best part for me was not they were scared she'd disown them or never speak to them,they were both worried how it would affect her.
True love all around w/those three.Don't ever lose that.
The love that this guy gave for his mom and now to his family is amazing 👍❤
I swear u can tell if someone is gay by looking at their eyes. Every gay guy has a spark in their eyes or like something i swear im not crazy
I've noticed that too. Someone straight once told me they knew I was gay because I always looked directly into their eyes when we were talking.
+Rick Hall im glad you feel me! If u see all the gay celebs in hollywood, they all have that one spark in their eyes
+Ricky Garcia You're right!
***** i dont think generalizing all gay people as "intelligent" is very legitimate. i know a lot of gay people who act stupid just like straight people.
***** "gay men on the average have higher IQs than the general population" I guess i skimmed over that line, my bad but you dont need to be rude.
I wish my parents and family had been this understanding😔😔! I came out as a Bisexual female and now I have no family.
Thank you for this video! It was a great story!!!!🤗
As a mom, here is a big hug for you.
Big hug mom here again. I would like to share something. Every night I tell my son "Good night, I love you, Sweet dreams, See you in the morning". (Whenever you need it, this is here for you.)
Looks like you already got mama hugs. 👍 May you be blessed with amazing friends that can be family to you. ❤️🙏🌈
I am so sorry to hear that! It is horrible that someone would do that to you. Stay strong and be your beautiful self!! 🌈🌈🌈🏳️🌈❤️💜
I wish you were my kid.
I just realized like at the very end of the video that how good of a story teller this person actually is for having someone like me with such a struggling attention span live through the entire video...and i completely appreciate his story it was truly really comforting
I just watched this video, although it's 3 yrs old. It made me cry listening to your story. My son is gay, he married his bestfriend & soulmate last yr, 2019. I'm extremely proud of him as well as blessed to have a wonderful amazing son-in-law! God Bless you, your husband & children. Your mother sounded like a very wonderful woman, may she rest in peace.
So Touching. I want to hug this guy
When I told my best friend I was pansexual the first thing she did was leap out of her seat and scream, "I KNEW IT! (other best friend) owe's me $20 bucks!" and that is the story of how two of my best friends bet that I wasn't completely straight.
😂 I love this short story
What the hell is pansexual??
@@d3v3nmc18 it is when someone loves a person, but the gender and sex of the other person doesn't matter to them. They fall in love with the person and not their gender or sex.
It is when you’re into all kinds of cooking pans, cast iron, stainless steel, non stick etc.
TLDR; Pansexual = I like what I like. Bio sex, gender, and gender identity make little to no difference in attraction towards someone.
Pansexual is not being limited in sexual choice with regard to biological sex, gender, or gender identity.
In my experience, I have traits that I find attractive in people, regardless of biological sex or presentation. Things like pale skin, black hair, piercings, certain styles, funny people, clever or intelligent, caring, honest, nice legs, resolute, reliable, etc.
The basic idea is that I could see a guy, girl, non-binary, trans, etc with a handful or more of these traits and if I like them, I like them; Enough said.
Ok this is the last time I cut onions during TH-cam videos.
Your story is so heartwarming. Your Mom raised beautiful sons. So happy you found love and are a dad. Continued blessings on you and yours.
I just had a shitty week, this has changed everything, such a beautiful story.
This just made me want to give him a big ol' hug ;-; Very emotional story.
You are such a sweet son and such a great brother. I really enjoyed listening to your story. As a daughter and a mom, it really pulls my heartstrings.
I'm actually jealous that your mom was so open about you and your brother being gay. My parents aren't so open minded. 100% love your story and i'm happy to know you have a husband and children. Many blessings to you, your husband, your children, and your brother.
Of all the driftwood videos, I believe this is my favorite. Thank you for sharing
This just popped up on my feed and I unknowingly clicked to see what this story was about. I’m so glad I did! Thank you for sharing. Sounds like you were raised by a sweetheart of a mom.
Hey Ron - I view this and I enjoyed your story. Bobcat here, not a Longhorn, but I want to say that your video will have a great effect on so many young people who need to know that it's okay to be themselves and to be gay. Thank you for posting!
I had to hold back the tears as he got near the end of his story. His emotions were so deeply genuine that it touched my heart.
What kind of heartless monsters disliked this video?!
Oh God that kind of mother you just wish she was immortal. My heart aches for your loss, but also makes me happy she got to see the wonders of a happy gay family. ❤️ and 💋
Aw, that was cute how they listened to the album together ;-;
3:15 was the real bombshell for me. You are waaaaaaaaaay younger than you look, holy crap!
I’m so crying right now
WOW WHAT A TOUCHING STORY I AM SORRY ABOUT YOUR MOM I LOST MINE 2 YEARS AGO I MISS HER TERRIBLY. I WISH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY WELL.
That pool game escalated quickly
Oh man crying my eyes out here ...just seeing those beautiful blue eyes fill up with tears made me loose it....
Jesus....made me cry asset the end. Didn't expect that! I ❤ my mommy!
So sweet and amazing story. Caring for a parent or a child is so important.
What a lovely story! And the boys were fortunate to have had such a great mom, who accepted them as they are.
I Genuinely Wish All Mothers Could React That Positively! My Experience Was Not So Positive. All My Best To You Ron Today And Always! - Todd
This is so beautiful. Thank u for sharing. Im crying.
Lovely story. Thanks for sharing it. Your mom sounds like a strong woman to be able to love her sons with such conviction.
This guy told the story so good! Very comunicative!
It is an honor to take care of a parent who cherished you. I lost my mom young, but I would have done it for her. I was with her when she died and I consider that to be an unexpected privilege. Also interesting to hear of twins that were not that close, somewhat strained relationship.
What a beautiful story...my deepest and warmest thanks for sharing it. Jairo in Medellín, Colombia
Thank you for sharing your story. I'm glad your mom got to see you become a father. You are a great son for taking care of her. God Bless!😉😊
What a wonderful story. I was trying to fight back my tears (I didn't succeed). I hope this guy knows how beautiful and awesome he is.
The saddest thing to me, in this whole story is that the mom grew up in an era where she feared that raising kids as a gay couple was unachievable for her son. I'm glad that society was able to prove her wrong and she got to see that before she passed away.
Thank you for posting this. FYI: It is NOT a "disappointment" for a parent to discover a kid is gay. It's gotta be another word. Fill-in-the blank.
+wizloon An "adjustment" ?
+wizloon How about "unexpectedly blessed"?
WOW !!! Your story is inspiring. Of course I had tears rolling down my cheeks when you spoke of your mom. What a great lady. I am sad for your lost, but at least she was able to meet your kids. You are a beautiful human beeing.
Kudos to you, Ron. Ever since you posted this video, I've occasionally come back to watch over the past eight years because it makes me feel so close to my mom who passed away in 2016. All the best to you and your family.
I'm so happy his mother got to meet his babies, and his kids or to meet their grandma before she died.
Awww what a cool guy! Happy for him and his husband that they are parents :)
That is truly an amazing story.
Thank you for sharing your story. I am 57 years old. I remember when talking about being gay was a big no no. I decided to go back to college two years ago. I meet both male and female who can openly talk about being gay. And I tell them that I am so happy for them.
I came out to my parents in 1983 on Christmas eve. I was 18 years old, freshman in college. My Mother threw my Christmas presents in the front yard and set them on fire and threw me out! Her last words were You are DEAD to me! I am 55 years old and My Mother is 73 years old my father is 75 years old. I have had brain surgery and cancer 3 times and now am terminally ill. My parent's are well aware and have never ever ever reached out to me since that Christmas 1983! I have lived a great life on my own and have been Blessed by love of my Polyamorous partners. I have 23 grown adult children and 50 Grand Blessings! I truly have found the unconditional love of my partners both male, female, and Transgendered! I made it in life my way and many times the hard way! But never ever been happier that I lived my life Loving and not hating! I have forgiven my parents but never received an apology! There is room only for love in my heart and never any hate!
This guy is amazing.
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Ron, this is an awesome video! Thank you, man, for telling us about it. I am very happy for you and your twin bro. I wish you and your husband and your brother all the best........Ray
This is beautiful. No other words to say
I had no plans on crying today...wow. That was powerful...