What shocks me up to this very moment is what one of my
closest friends in college confessed to me. Over the months, I’ve gotten used
to out-ing myself to a few people close to me. But it’s a lot different feeling
when it’s the other way around. My orgmate and I were out having dinner when he
opened up again having to tell me something. He was actually dropping hints the
whole day, “I have to tell you something. But I doubt you’d be able to keep it
to yourself.” And so he never really finished saying anything. I didn’t push
the topic. Then in the middle of our meals, there it went. He didn’t tell me
exactly, I’m guessing he’s still too shy to use the word, like how I used to be
last February.
The revelation did not stop there, however. His mother
already knew. I was surprised and kind of envious since I already dismissed the
idea of me telling my parents I’m gay anytime soon. I was too proud of him,
though, when I realized what he has just shared. Such a young guy already
having that courage I don’t have.
To put cherry on top and to conclude our dinner, he said he
is seeing someone right now. My jaw dropped. He resumed with their meet-ups,
sweet nothings, and just everything that I have not been able to do in the
course of my “being out”.
I am truly happy for
him. I welcome him to the word of flamboyance and freedom.
0 comments: