Gerry Buncher to me May 4, 2010 2:52 am Hey Marc, Coming out for me was difficult. I was sure I would hurt those I love if I even admitted the truths about me. It was for me admitting to something I thought made me less than and I had always strived fo more. I came out when I was 37 after realizing how much I never allowed anyone into my life, and how many villians I perceived, when in fact I was my own worst enemy. But coming out or coming to terms is so unique and so individual. My kids never had a problem with me being gay, once I stated that it was not a problem for me. Once I garnered up the courage to admit who I was and said it in no uncertain terms they both said, okay, who cares. Again, for me this worked. I can honestly say I love who I am and any fear of the truth no longer haunts me. I could not have come out sooner, but I surely made up the time missed being a man who happened to be gay. All a part of my life story. Hope some of this helps, and if talking is easier we can do that too. Lots of real reasons to keep a secret, but for me letting the secret go was a wonder drug. Gerry

August 7 at 11:15pm
Marc Lieberman As a sexual assault victim, I assert my right to disclose who my attacker was, after making a positive identification...........albeit...............45 years later, and still seeking closure.