Chapter 24: A New YearChristmas was a difficult time for us all. We all went back home, but I planned to spend Christmas alone. This time, Casey knew, but did not invite me to his parent’s house.
My mom called a few days before Christmas to see how I was doing and to ask if I was going to join them. My question was very simple.
“Are you and Dad going to accept me being gay?”
“Well, honey, you just need to give us time. But I know we’d both love to see you on Christmas.”
So, I went. For a few hours. Dad wouldn’t even look at me. And when he spoke, it was to Mom only. They got me a new composition book to write song lyrics in. That was really nice. I got them gift cards to restaurants I knew they would like.
We had lunch. Mom made macaroni and cheese because she knew how much I liked it
