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RE: our stories...

Jhazline_20 — Mon, 19 May 2008 21:16:08 GMT

Hi, I'm jhazline from Jersey City. I'll tell you a story of a friend of mine. He is Gabby, he is also a gay like you, when he was he kid he already realized that he was a gay. When we are in high school that was the time he discussed it to us. He said he is tired of hiding his true identity, it's killing him. We are shocked of his confession at first but we tell him that no matter what he is still our friend and we are glad that he tell us about it. The next step is he tell it to the whole world and he is proud of himself. And we are too. I hope you do the same.
Or else you'll suffer it the rest of your life.

__________
jhazline_20
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blackbunny — Tue, 06 May 2008 12:04:39 GMT

you dont have to be out to be proud. i think? i read it in a book somewhere

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blackbunny — Tue, 06 May 2008 12:01:44 GMT

hi. i go to scona

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Krystalann — Thu, 22 Sep 2005 12:36:52 GMT

Hi brendan
you prob worked at the group homes accross from the secure treatment. Secure treatment is for really difficult youth who are addicted to drugs, sucidal, and a danger to themselves and others. You wouldnt have been able to get in there because they have fenced things with spikey things on the top so people cant come in or leave. the youth are stuck in there and get full on 100% all the time councling. They are not allowed to leave so they dont have a chance of doing something bad until they are in a better state of mind. Its alot like rehbilitation for youth. But thanks for thoes numbers and stuff ill be sure to call that lady!

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Brendan — Wed, 21 Sep 2005 14:43:10 GMT

Hi Krystalann

If you want to take the Grant MacEwan route (which I HIGHLY recommend - because MacEwan is awesome) then you need your basic 30-level highschool courses (though math wasn't so important - I only took math 33 - back when math 33 still existed) and I'd really recommend taking a year off between highschool and applying too - because they generally won't accept people right out of highschool - so take a year, do some volunteering & get some experience - hell, volunteer at the Pride Centre, lol, or maybe try to find a social services related job (I think you need 100 hours of related experience, something like that - I don't think it matters if it's paid or volunteer)

If you want more info - totally check out the social work program websites website -> http://www.macewan.ca/web/hcs/social/home/index.cfm

or call Sharon Ludbruck, who is the program advisor at 497-5566

as far as YYC - I spent a week there this last summer when I was still working for Planned Parenthood running a group with some of their boys - but I'm not sure what you mean by 'secure treatment' - so I'm guessing that wouldn't have been attached to my role there at all

The only comment I can really say about the week I spent working there is that they had some very difficult youth (though they're not so bad once you get to know them) - and if that's the area you're interested in working in, then all the power to you

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Krystalann — Tue, 20 Sep 2005 11:32:08 GMT

hey, about being shy..dont worrie about it too much...i understand its hard to come out...but the more people u tell the easier it is...i guess thats not the case for everyone but with me...IM SO LOUD lol..like everyone at my school knows my name..not cause im cool..cuase im loud..and everyone knows im the gay girl lol...my locker has a rainbow constuction thing all over it...and i always get my girlfriend to come pick me up! lol...i guess once i told family and friends if i told a stranger their opinion didnt matter to me...

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Krystalann — Tue, 20 Sep 2005 11:29:33 GMT

hey brendan i have a few questions for u lol..its not even about being gay...its about being a social worker...i want to be a social worker too...but i dont know exactly what i need...have u ever heard of YYC secrure treatment? thats where i wanna work...what should i do? like what courses should i take! ?? by the way im new to this forum, my names krystal...im in grade 12 right now!

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Krystalann — Tue, 20 Sep 2005 11:18:51 GMT

Hey im only 17, 18 in feburary i got to school here in edmonton too...i relized im completly lesbain too and it was quite easy for me to come out...i met this girl who was increadable...and i wanted to be with her...so at first i waited till my mom was drunk lol..then i was like yah i have a girlfriend, showed her a pitcure of my girl and then she didnt believe me for a bit..but it didnt matter as long as i was "out" then i told all my friends...and that was simple..i just praded around and was like..im gay im gay im gay lol...then i introduced my dad to my girlfriend..and my father is a very traditional man so i was kinda nervous..but he liked her alot and everything was good...most people are nervous about being gay and comming out...for me i just kinda ran around telling EVERYONE that im gay...hey message me back i would like to spend some time chattin with you!

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blupawz — Mon, 25 Jul 2005 13:03:48 GMT

*squee*
That's what I did for my 18th *shifty eyes* I hung out with my mom, family and family friends at the local english pub. She's also my best friend, likewise probably due to the lack of a "social life." But, anyways, I've never been to the Roost [I don't like going places all by my lonesome], so I can't really say what it's like; according to what everyone else says it's the way to go.
It should be pretty fun.

And seriously, what does it matter what others think? If they want to think that you're a slut - then so be it. You know different and that's all that matters, ne? If a person constantly worries about what others will think, then that person will miss out on a lot of things... and will constantly wonder "what if."

Stories? I don't really have any.
Helpful hints... if you drink alcohol, don't mix your drinks. Hangovers are caused by dehydration - so drink lotsa water before you hit the hay. One doesn't need alcohol to have fun.

*sighs* That's about it. Being legal isn't fun. I was naive to think that there would be more freedom to do stuff, but instead is being bombarded with all these responsibilities that literally came out of nowhere. Boo hoo, right? Gah.

Anyways, I dunno what more to say.
Talk to ya later.

- Blupawz

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Pixie Grrl — Mon, 25 Jul 2005 01:16:59 GMT

Blupawz, your probably the first one to even read my blog.(By interesting do you mean, oh god that's ten minutes of my life I'm never getting back)*cheeky grin*. I'm such a sad sack, to say I love fan fic is a tragic understatement. I mean I am very close to needing some kind of professional help. LOL.

As for the birthday celebrating I'm not sure. I've had it in my head for the past year or so that The Roost is the way to go. Just because I want to dance. Is it? anyone have helpful hints, stories about entering that rather large pool of uncertainty. And for the record I will be doing all my celebrating with my mom. She's probably one of the coolest moms out there. Which is why every time I insist I'm the straightest arrow in the quiver I feel like such a tool. Plus it also shows how much of a dork I am when my best friend is my mother. But whataya gonna do,

home school+unemployment= lackluster social life.

Grant Mac is my destination. *crosses fingers hopefully* And you have just voiced my fear(s) about being bi. I'm worried about the fact some might think bisexual=slut bag. Which I am not. (doth I protest to much).

And I second the Ani comment. Goddess.

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blupawz — Sun, 24 Jul 2005 17:29:53 GMT

*checks out your profile*
A Leo, eh? w00t fellow Fire element and Rabbit person!
Ooooh and a lurver of fanfic!
Interesting blog ^.^

Okay, so welcome!!
Are you going to do anything to celebrate your 18th? A journalist..does that mean that you're thinking about going to Grant Mac?

Ani Difranco is a goddess *sighs wistfully*

"Is the way I'm living lying?" If you have confidence and pride in yourself.. in who you are, then what does anything else matter?
How you would come out? Does it really matter how you do it? If you're not ready - then don't fret. If you're ready to come out then i'm thinking you are aware that some people will surprise you with their reactions - and it doesn't really matter *how* you come out, it's the fact that you did.

Not to be disheartening or whatever, but I've found that bisexual people have it pretty harsh -
"why can't you make up your mind?" or if you're in a relationship with a person - "does that mean we can have threesomes with _so and so_?" or "if you like two genders.. does that mean you're in two relationships, can i be in another relationship?"
Gah. That's just what some friends of mine went through.

{{Edit: Even though that's pretty common stuff - i'm sure not everyone goes through that.}}

Eh, anyways - it's nice to see a new face around on the boards... Don't know if you'll find any answers to life questions here... But it's nice to have people to talk and hang out with.

... Yip. So... welcome. And talk to ya later

- Blupawz

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Pixie Grrl — Sat, 23 Jul 2005 17:48:05 GMT

Ok...So the mystery that is me. Well here goes,

My name is Christina and I'm gonna be 18 in six days. So yay me. As my profile says I'm pretty average. Hang out at home mostly. I'm trying to do the graduating high school thing. Going to the Learning Store. I want to go to become a journalist and hopefully a published author. I also have the grand plan of writing and directing a movie. So I guess that I'm pretty ambitious for someone who can't spell to save her life. As far as my sexuality goes I'm not quite sure. If I was to label myself anything it would be bi. See I'm not "questioning" in the strictest sense because I know I'm attracted to both sexes and could easily envision myself in a relationship with both as well. What I am questioning is what that means for me. How would I come out? Is the way I'm living lying? Confusion is the fine line I walk. For some strange reason I feel the need to quickly explain my signature. I think it could be taken like kind of "on the nose" but when I heard that line something clicked in me and I wasn't confused anymore. So I guess that's me. If you've made it this far, thanks for bearing with me.

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blupawz — Mon, 20 Jun 2005 02:11:53 GMT

'Firstly', thanks for helping me activate this account

I read that you went to GM in your previous post; Social work and "addictions and mental health" - very impressive. My cousin has had... a lot of social workers, it seems like it could be a very challenging career.. emotionally, I mean.

Eh, didn't make it to the flag raising or the parade due to the icky weather, but I hope to catch some other events later on. [posted in "PRIDE anyone?" topic]

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Brendan — Sun, 19 Jun 2005 20:32:13 GMT

welcome to the forums (glad to see new postings - its been a bit dead around here)

Grant MacEwan is an awesome school - I just finished a 2 year stint there

did you make it out to Pride this year?

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blupawz — Fri, 17 Jun 2005 15:45:39 GMT

*pokes thread*
Hey everyone! this is an awfully quiet forum, heh.

I'm Mandy... 18 years old, just graduated from high school and registered at Grant MacEwan *squee* ... coming out, eh?
I'm a semi-out lesbian. My mother knows, but I think she might be in denial even though she's so supportive and... enthusiastic/encouraging. Most of my family has always been extremely open minded about sexuality and what not, which makes things abit easier... Eh, I came out as bisexual when I was younger -grade 6ish- because, really, people tend to accept bisexuality more than they tend to accept homosexuality. Recently came out as a lesbian and like I said, my mother was okay with it... friend's weren't. Some still aren't.

Oh. I did attend some YUY meetings about a year ago but then I stopped going, because I didn't know anyone... and now i'm regretting that I stopped.
Wanting to attend some Pride Week activities... But i'm horrible when it comes to meeting new people, heh.

Other stuff... hmm. Grant MacEwan! *puffs up with pride* I have been accepted into the Holistic Health program for the Fall... But my main goal is to get accepted into the Acupuncture program [*sigh* 2 years to go!]... I'm a huge anime/manga freak... cat lurver, dr. pepper drinker, swimmer, and... bookworm.

Anyways *shifty eyes* I hope I didn't ramble too much...
And hopefully will talk to everyone later!

*throws confetti*

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sweetieinedm — Sun, 17 Apr 2005 20:38:33 GMT

there are G/L camps if you get any information about one or know of a website on them let me know. I would love to go to one of those camps.

If you cant tell your parents yet dont fret just be happy being you thats all that matters

katie

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plunkyYum — Sun, 17 Apr 2005 19:24:53 GMT

hmm, about that telling your mom first thing, thats probably not a good idea. my mother is i homophobic, and my father isn't much different. Once, when my mother and I were driving down whyte, she saw a Drag Queen walking down the street, and started making fun of her. i wanted to intervine* but i didn't want to give her any ideas. Anyway, the thing is, this summer I want to go to this camp called FyreFly, that is apparently G/L camp. however, the chances of them not realizing its a Queer camp are small. by the way, does anyone know about the FyreFly camp? i suppose I will figure it out, i mean, all of you did... arg, so distressed!!

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Brendan — Sun, 17 Apr 2005 13:32:33 GMT

I suppose I should add some things about myself eh?

I'm 20 and a recently graduated social worker from Grant MacEwan, I work in the inner city right now and have a background in addictions and mental health - and will probably be heading out to Vancouver to do the last two years of my BSW in a few months here.

I have been involved with the Pride Centre for about a year and a half (though it was GLCCE still back when I started helping out) doing hosting and more recently Lloyd approached me to help out moderating the new message board.

I don't know what else to add really - totally out of the closet and lovin' it for about a year now - pretty much the dirty hippie type if you ever really talk to me.

welcome to the board everyone!

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JW-Danielus — Sun, 17 Apr 2005 04:09:51 GMT

Hello All!

I'm new to "Youth Understanding Youth". I just recently attend last Saturday April 17, 2005. I'm rather quite shy as you may have notice if you seen me. But I hope to become great friends with everyone soon.

Here a little bit about me...

I'm 19 and I am attending school at Centre High Campus. I'm inside Mr.Wagner Web Design class. I just recently started getting into Web Design, and I am enjoying it a lot. I'm still inside the closet as far as my family and friends are concerned. I just recently worked up a lot of courage and strength to come to "Youth Understanding Youth". Because I feel the need to be around people who are like me. Being in the closet can become quite lonely sometimes. I love games, movies and comics. My favorite games are usually RPG's, and I love all kinds of films, Drama, Horror, and Comedy. Comic wise I'm into Marvel, Dark Horse, and Mangas. My favorite Manga series are "Angel Sanctuary, and X/1999".

Well that just the tip of the iceberg. I look forward to the Spring Dance, and meeting and chatting with everyone.

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sweetieinedm — Sat, 16 Apr 2005 20:56:13 GMT

hi there plunky,

I fully out lesbian and i love it. When i was in the closet i was so sad and when i decide to come out it made everything so much better. I first told my mom and she took it better than i ever imagined. She had a hunch that i probably was but she just didnt want to say anything. But when i told her she was happy and supported me. I told her that i was scared to tell my dad cause he would probably never talk to me again and disown me or something. but after 3 months of going out with my ex I couldnt keep it in and i told him and all he had to say was I love you, I love you. Never forget i love you. It was kind of freaky in a way but also relieving. 2 days later he wanted to meet my ex girlfriend. Me and my ex are now broken up and my dad asked if i would still be going out with chicks and i told him that is where i am happy. I find so much peace bieng with females and he was happy that i was happy.

You might be scared to tell you parents but i would definitly tell you mom first. Mothers seem to have this thing where they will help you no matter what. And if you tell your dad and he doesnt except it. yeah its going to hurt alot but you have to do what ever makes you happy. If you are happy with a guy then hell be with a guy. Only you can decide what makes you happy and what doesnt.

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Brendan — Mon, 11 Apr 2005 19:20:39 GMT

I just moved this from General to Member Intro (I'm a nazi, I know)

but welcome back to the board plunky!

our stories...

plunkyYum — Mon, 11 Apr 2005 19:16:26 GMT

hi all, i am a school student in Edmonton, oviously. i have fully known i am gay for the last two years. the denile stage almost killed me. i have been able to come out totally at school, which is lucky for me, cause not everyone can do that at their schools. i haven't yet comt out to my family, if they haven't realized it, they must be blind and def*. unfortunately, i am completely detached from the community because of my secret. i have full intention of telling them, i am just afraid of what they would think/do. so i have dedicated this topic to coming out stories. it would certainly help me to know hoe its done these days.