My old man was a prankster
He and mom would go to Jamaica once a year. One year the resort could not accommodate their reservations, but they offered an ocean facing suite on the ground floor as reimbursement. The only catch was the adjoining beach was clothing optional.
What are you going to do? They took the suite.
Dad occasionally hung around the “dividing line” between the beach and the remaining parts of the resort where clothing was required; the bar was conveniently located. He had a tee shirt on that read “Shore Patrol” on front, and “Milwaukee Summerfest 1998” on back. Two ladies came past sans tops. The old man politely but firmly pointed out the sign stating clothing required beyond this point. They quietly complied. He then got up, walked away, and made sure they saw the back of his shirt.
Later in the evening they were at one of the resort’s many restaurants. The ladies happened to be seated at a nearby table, with their partners. He could tell that they were pointing dad out, and his “horrible behavior”. Their partners laughed and gave dad a thumbs up.
If this comes odd as misogynistic, I apologize. Dad’s intent, and my own are intended to be humorous.
PS: Dad did admit to walking out of the suite sans clothing. Walked to the beach and dug in his toes before returning. When in Rome...
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I am appalled and horrified at the many stories I hear or read about gay children being rejected by their parents. While my two sons are straight, I would hope I'd be totally accepting of a gay child.
Honestly, regardless of a child's orientation, accepting their partners is important. I've never been in a place where my kid was with someone I didn't like, but I can imagine how difficult that would be, regardless of anything else.
I'm so glad your Dad was supportive.
