Gay.

From the off, yes, I am gay, a homosexual, a faggot, queer or poef. Whichever name you want to call me. I have known that I am different in my sexual preference from a young age. However I did not come to terms with it until high school.

During this time, I saw how the world looks upon the gay community. With hatred and scorn. Those who are religious even more so than the average person. Here is the kicker though, I am a very proud Christian as well. So you can imagine, that just adds a whole new dimension to being ripped apart by society. "A GAY!!!! Christian? Noooo! It cannot be! Kill it with fire!" You poor ignorant people. Shame!

(This photo is of my cross and gay pride ring that I wear every day. As I cannot be just one or the other.)

People, let me explain something to ya'll! I believe that being gay is not a personal or private choice. I cannot remember to choose this when I was 12 (maybe it is sociological influence, or a damaging childhood, I don't know, people's opinions vary). I do not think that at such a young age I would choose a life path that will make me excluded and hated by society. I don't know if you can make such a life changing decision at such a young age? For example, on my fathers side of the family, there are gays littered all up and down. On my mother's side there are non. Is that just a coincidence? Genetics people! GEN-ET-ICS!

One of my greatest sadnesses is hearing of suicide in the gay community, more and more. Teased, bruised and broken by those who are closes to them, to the point of no return. My dearest wish for the world is that people would accept others, not just pretend to accept people, truly accept people for who and what they are. I do not have a disease, I am not a carrier of HIV, you cannot catch the "gay bug" from a handshake or even a hug. People of the world. Spread the word. Gay is human, human if life, life is precious.

Accept us people, we are not going anywhere. God is not going anywhere. This world is not going to split politely in the middle for your life and my life.

A drink, to the world. It's future in our hands!