LGBTQ+ Poultry Keepers

[KikiDeAnime]

Whenever someone brings up how they were raised, I feel a bit odd. My family and I are part of a religion but are supportive of the LGBTQ+ community. I grew up being raised that no matter who/what you are, I should still love you. When I came out to my parents a few years ago, it was a surprise that they were very supportive and accepting. My parents were semi-last to hear that I was Bi. I told most of my irl friends first, then my online friends, a few strangers that I met at church, and then finally my parents before my mom told her side of the family. It was actually nice hearing recently that one of our cousins is a lesbian because I don't feel alone.

 

[PhillyDelcoChix]

Is Buddy the Easter Egger´s name? I have an EE named Buddy!

Unfortunately no, but that’s is an adorable name. My kids named our hens, this is Tot. Most of them have food names, strangely. Are your EEs friendly too?

 

[PhillyDelcoChix]

Is that a good thing? Brrrrr!!!!!


Technically I guess he’s still on the cusp of actual teen numbers (late tweens?). Apparently still solidly in the phase of uninterested in anybody romantically, and he and his buddies “aren’t into Valentine’s Day”. That’s fine too.

Ya know, this is probably the only place I would feel ok posting this, but....

What truly worries me is not the possibility that someday he could come out as LGBTQ+, but that I might be the last person he tells.

Anything new that my kids can do is a good thing, so in this case yes!

Dont worry about your kiddo, I know That’s easier said than done as a Mom also... but all we can really do is lead by example, show support, speak respectfully about others, and let him know you’re ok with whatever he wants to be and you’ll love him unconditionally no matter what he is.
That’s our job really, just be there as they need support as they grow into independent adults.

 

[PhillyDelcoChix]

Whenever someone brings up how they were raised, I feel a bit odd. My family and I are part of a religion but are supportive of the LGBTQ+ community. I grew up being raised that no matter who/what you are, I should still love you. When I came out to my parents a few years ago, it was a surprise that they were very supportive and accepting. My parents were semi-last to hear that I was Bi. I told most of my irl friends first, then my online friends, a few strangers that I met at church, and then finally my parents before my mom told her side of the family. It was actually nice hearing recently that one of our cousins is a lesbian because I don't feel alone.

You’re upbringing sounds wonderful and loving. You’re very lucky. I’m happy to hear there are religions accepting of LGBTQ people.
I’m in my 30s and I’ve only ever told my husband I’m bi. A fear of judgement never really goes away so I don’t know if I’d ever tell the rest of my family, maybe friends. I’m happy that you have though; living your life openly is something everyone deserves.

 

[CHlCKEN]

You’re upbringing sounds wonderful and loving. You’re very lucky. I’m happy to hear there are religions accepting of LGBTQ people.
I’m in my 30s and I’ve only ever told my husband I’m bi. A fear of judgement never really goes away so I don’t know if I’d ever tell the rest of my family, maybe friends. I’m happy that you have though; living your life openly is something everyone deserves.

I am not sure I will ever tell my family... like you, fear of judgment scares me, and I have met so many unsupportive people that I’m afraid of living through that outcome again. I hope one day I’m strong enough to live openly, and I hope so for you too

 

[PhillyDelcoChix]

I am not sure I will ever tell my family... like you, fear of judgment scares me, and I have met so many unsupportive people that I’m afraid of living through that outcome again. I hope one day I’m strong enough to live openly, and I hope so for you too

I completely understand.

 

[cinnamoncockatiel]

Unfortunately no, but that’s is an adorable name. My kids named our hens, this is Tot. Most of them have food names, strangely. Are your EEs friendly too?

My EEs are very friendly! I love them!

I love the name Tot!

 

[cinnamoncockatiel]

I am not sure I will ever tell my family... like you, fear of judgment scares me, and I have met so many unsupportive people that I’m afraid of living through that outcome again. I hope one day I’m strong enough to live openly, and I hope so for you too

I also understand.

 

[KikiDeAnime]

Has anyone ever been to a Pride Parade before?

This year's might actually be happening here and I was hoping to go to my first ever Pride Parade but I'm quite nervous.

 

[Shannon Robinson50]

I don’t have a problem with it. Why would I? I am not lgbt, but it is very near and dear to my heart. I’d love to learn more about you, about your struggles and your birds. What all do you raise?