Do not push me back into that closet

because you're too ashamed

of who I am. 

 

Do not "warn" me about anything

because you haven't been in my situation

nor ever will be.

 

Do not pretend that you care

and do not pretend to be a supporter 

when in reality

all you want

is to hide me

from who I really am. 

 

And Do NOT use tough love on me

because I have hidden myself

for 17 years 

in fear of the way you would react. 

and i was right. 

 

But I 

Am Not

Hiding Anymore.

 

Because that closet door

finally opened 

and your gay son

just got gayer.