My Coming Out

When I decide to come out to my family, I might use this poem to do it.

What if I told you

You don't know me

Not all of me

But I want you to

I haven't been fake

I haven't been dishonest

I just left some things out

And I want to fill you in

I don't want what you think I want

And I don't want them to want me

Do you know what I mean?

They're girls

I don't want girls

They're great as friends

But nothing more

I want something different

I like guys

Do you understand?

I know this is big

But I wanted you to know

I'm still the same

As you knew me before

This is just me

And you know something more

I'm not different

I'm me

I am who I'm going to be

Can you accept that

I know you love me

Can you take who I am?

I just need to be me

I need you to understand

Please say it'll be okay

Say it's all fine

Because if not

I'll lose my mind

Do you get it?

This is it

My big statement

                             My coming out

Reviews

[Stacey]

Wow I really liked this poem. You really painted clear imagery in it, and it is a beautiful way to come out. As it so happens, I'm a lesbian myself, so I can totally relate. I thought I was bi for a while, but it has become clear I'd rather be with a girl. I like guys as friends, and a lot of my friends are guys. But as far as love, I really want a girlfriend. So I completely understand what you mean, and I can totally relate. Great poem.

Cheers,

Staceyanna

[Ashira Macy]

This was beautiful and brave, and I am sure your family will understand, especially when you lay it down in such a clearly emotional way. Keep it up. =)