Reply #49: No defiance from me [View All]

My parents have been together since 1967, married since 69 - A bi-racial couple . . . My father is down to his last few months. I recognize your friends relationship - as do they. And I have the most empathy for what your friend is going through. Once upon a time - it was illegal for my parents to be married too. ;-) My parents live in Western NY . . . and as my dad, a former military officer has stated to me: He never thought he'd see a day where his wingmen who were gay could be who they are in the military, and that at least in his state, EVERYONE is free to marry whomever they fall in love with.

That said - it would break his heart to read your post and to see that your friend's partner is not recognized as his 'sweetheart' the way his wife is.

And this why we can't back down. My brother and my niece (who just registered to vote on her 18th brithday) and me? We've promised him we will always hold the line on the values of equality, compassion, kindness, and live and let live that my parents instilled in us.

Posts like this - piss me off. *hugs: