I came across this thanks to a wonderful friend of mine, and thought that no matter anyone's sexual orientation this could inspire hope for so many that still need it. There is far too much hatred, and far too many stories of people lashing out against themselves or others, because of the fear that's caused by being so close minded. This article is a story from a mother, about how her son didn't want to live in fear anymore, to worry about the hatred, or to end up harming himself. He bravely decided to stand up, and not to one person, but his entire community. I'm sorry if this article doesn't interest you, or comes off wrong in any way. I'm only sharing it in hopes that it will inspire such a change for someone else, even if it's a single person. link less