Making It Better For Gay Teens

We as a gay community some times forget where we came from. We are so focused on our own lifes that we forget the time wheh we were in the closet and considering suicide as a way to get our of our own crazy
lifes. To many young people are killing themselfs today. We need to work hard on helping these young people see positive images of what it means to be GLBT. We need to start helping them see a communtiy that they can be proud of a future full of family and friends.

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The young Man that I featured in this video came out to his parents the other night...His parents didn't take it well...They have taken away his YouTube account. I have been in contact with them by phone and they are having conversations with their son and they promised me that they would watch him, get him help if he needs it. I hope Jordan and his parents love and take care of each other. My heart and prayers are with Jordan and his family.

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[wolfcat87]

What happened with the foster teenager?

[depfox]

@wolfcat87 He got violent at the group home he was living at and were where prevented from letting him move in with us because we have small kids :O( He lives about an hour north with another family who are ok with his sexuality and he is doing really well

[evolutia1]

Depfox pardon my impertinence. I sincerely hope that you didn't "directly" encourage Jordan to come out to his parents. The negative consequences of such an act can be disastrous, even "life ruining". At his age I highly doubt he could fully comprehend the consequences of his actions.

[depfox]

@evolutia1 No I tried to do the opposit...He tried coming out to his parents last year b4 he even came across our channel...His mother freaked out and his father really didnt respond either way. When Jordan started reaching out to us we have had many talks with him about his life and where he wants to be. I have told Jordan that if he thinks his parents wouldnt be supportive he should waite to come out...Jordan came out to his older brother and sister in law a couple weeks ago and it went well.

[depfox]

@depfox I told Jordan to take his time and not to rush...That he had plenty of time to come out to his parents...The problem is that Jordan is home schooled and doesnt have a big support network....Jordan made the decision after talking with his brother that he wanted to tell his parents. I hope they will take the time to help make life better for Jordan. My heart and prayers are with him. I hope some day he will reach out to us again and tell me a great story about how his family came together

[blahblahqaz]

Okay, so you guys read my mind, finally.. I was wondering a few months ago what it would be like if I were to run away from home and just be your gay teenage foster son, and then this news! Of course, I'm actually fine, here in Canada for the most part, this other guy needs you guys much more than I do... Unless you'd like two gay teenagers? I promise, I won't be THAT much of a pain ;)

[dicy87]

You to are amazing. Thank you for making such great and very personal videos. You show the world, via you-tube that is it ok to be gay. That being gay is no different to being straight.

I hope beyond hope that i can one day have such an amazing and loving family of my own and that i can be as inspirational as you guys to help people to finally realize that some people are gay, its just the way we are born.

Thanks again!!! :D

[crazyjulianne28]

Dan is my best friend<3 im happy to have known him since 3rd grade:')

[djrouge09]

you guys are the best, i have always wanted kids, like since i was very young.

have a wonderful Christmas

and god bless!

[flauntproductions]

>be gay

>encourage a situation that causes many problems

>continue to complain about 'rights'

i seriously, seriously hope you guys don't do this.

[Micahswf]

Nice Star Wars shirt :)

[wolfcat87]

@depfox Awww, well I I'm glad things turned out well for him <3

[ThexArchangel0]

To be honest you don't even need to say anything for me to be inspired. Just the vidoes of your family and how happy you all are is enough. It shows that its not only straight couples who can have that kind of life. I'm 19 years old, bisexual male, and have known since I can remember. The sad thing is that I don't think of myself as a typical non-heterosexual, I like sports, metal, cars and of course girls which is why a lot of times I find it difficult to connect with my gay friends

[shiwending]

YOU TWO ARE SO SO SO SO BRAVE AND KIND BEST BEST WISHES FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY WHO GAVE THE WORLD TWO STRONG WONDERFUL MEN

[ronsko2]

What is the opening song for this blog? I cant stop singing it! Thanks for the awesome videos!