The First Talk

Today is the day I begin to open up to my family. The talk that I was hoping to have with them two weeks ago will occur today. This is not planned to be “the talk” but quite honestly I don’t know what it may turn into. I believe my dad sensed something on Wednesday when we spoke. So if somehow they have finally put the pieces together and decide to ask me whether I am gay, well I don’t know how I will answer that. Today’s talk is to outline with my parents that I have left my place of employment and will be setting up a second residence in Southern California. It will also be to discuss with them that I don’t have a structured plan as to how, in the short term, I will earn a living. That to me is not important at this point in my life. What's important to me today is to finally figure out exactly who I am with 100% certainty. So my plan as I will communicate it to them is that I am taking some time off to figure out what “I” want to do in the future that will provide "me" with the greatest amount of fulfillment, inspiration, and happiness. Period!!!!!!!!!! It’s no longer solely about the money, it’s no longer about their picture of what a successful life is, and it’s no longer about going through life’s motions. It’s all about the American dream, my American dream and taking a chance at living it!