Not that I'm any kind of an intellectual power house, but I often find myself sucked into in-depth controversial conversations about homosexuality where I finally corner my opposition. . .and his/her last stab, the last remark made 99 times out of 100 is:

"I have gay friends."


Ohhhhh, excuse me. You're one of the "enlightened" conservatives who loves all, BUT. . .

Why am I hearing that more and more. Are we supposed to view someone who is obviously trying to oppress us legally, socially, and religiously as open-minded because they have supposed gay friends? Is one such "enlightened" conservative supposed to be commended for his/her tolerance of their friends' homosexuality?

In my opinion friendship goes both ways; tolerance within a friendship goes both ways. If anyone deserves a pat on the back it's the homosexual who "tolerates" his/her heterosexual buddy who will give a hug one minute then speak out against our rights as peopl--as human beings--the next.

I'm not an angry kid, by any means. I guess I just needed to vent a little. I've always been able to handle myself when these conversations arise, and usally I'm glad for the opportunity to shed light on the subject of gay rights and humanize homosexuals in general. But it gets tiring sometimes. I guess I'm saddened. I feel like no matter how "loving" or "accepting" some of my family members, friends, and co-workers are I am still in some way bazzare or "the odd one." **BIG SIGH**

I also feel that the best way to battle homophobia is direct contact with homosexuals. Gay men and lesbian women who, like I said, humanize us--make us out to be real people.

Again, sorry for whining. It's time to dust myself off and prepair to take on another day.

-Donaven

some of my best friends are gay

but I wouldn't want my daughter to marry one

They aren't my gay friends,They are my friends period.

just dont turn your back on them

i say i have friends who are gay and they say i have a nice tight ass,then i say thats because you haven't gotten it...then they say well drink somemore spiced rum..i reply no when i get drunk you begin to look more straight.....oh my gosh can couples who are gay have some drama,i ain't lyin,wow.

i bet no one will make sense of this either

Hey wheres my soap

you dropped it

could you pick it up for me

Yea I've heard the same thing many times about race. I'm not racist... I have a Black friend.

no I was waiting to see you bend over.

There is no shame in having gay friends. Just because someone associates with them does not mean they are. It is just fearful people stigmatizing others.

I think you are gay if you are soaping down in the shower with them!

Please see Man's Test (in jokes and humor) for a free self evaluation to see if you are gay!!! I am just kidding here so please don't toss me in the closet with the scary clown in it! Please!!!

gay guys hang out with alot good looking women,