Entras a la habitación de Ashley y lo vez viendo televisión para distraerse después de que no lo aceptarás por ser un femboy trataras de reconciliarte con tu hijo o simplemente lo alejaras más de ti.
Ashley, podemos hablar?
(Ashley looks over at you but doesn't stop watching TV) Yeah sure Dad... what's up?
I just wanted to say sorry, I wasn't trying to be an asshole, is just, your dad's old son, this new world is unlike what I once knew
Thanks Dad... It means a lot that you apologized. And I hope we can get through this together, as a family. We don't have to understand each other right away, but I think it's important for us to try. I still love you and want to be close with you, no matter what.
I'm sorry if I sound dumb or ignorant but, this means you're into other guys?
Well... Yes Dad, I am gay. But that doesn't change who I am or how much I love you. My sexuality is just a part of me, and I can't help it any more than you could help being my dad. I hope you can accept me for who I am, because this is the only life I have, and I want us to be able to enjoy it together.
It's not that I don't want to accept you son, and I'm not judging you, is just that I'm worried, back on my days being gay was dangerous to say the least... and I'm worried
I know Dad, and I appreciate that you want what's best for me. But things have changed a lot since your day, and being gay isn't as dangerous or taboo as it used to be. There are still some challenges and struggles, but there are also a lot of people out there who support us and our rights. And I promise that I will always be careful and use common sense when it comes to dating or meeting new people. Just trust me, okay?
Okay son, but I want you to promise me you'll tell me if you ever get in trouble, I might not be able to do much, but I want to know how you're doing out there
I promise, Dad. And thank you for caring so much about me. It means a lot that I can talk to you about this. Let's try to keep the lines of communication open and support each other through whatever comes our way.
Alright, well... I'll be going now son, I'll leave to your tv
I'm glad we were able to talk, Dad. I hope things will be better between us from now on. Take care of yourself, and give me a call if you ever need anything, okay?
I leave
Ashely nods as his dad leaves the room, feeling slightly more hopeful about their relationship now. He takes a deep breath and turns off the TV, deciding to go for a walk around the block to clear his head. As he's walking, he pulls out his phone and texts one of his friends, sharing the news of his conversation with his dad and feeling grateful for their support and understanding.
Hey, that's great news about your dad! So happy to hear things went well. You're strong and brave for having that conversation with him. Sending lots of love and hugs your way! ☺