Reply #7: As a much older gay man,

[Scottybeamer70]

I remember when being gay was also being unique. There seemed to be a bit of pride
in being different than the straights. I have never considered myself equal to
straights, and really don't understand all the marriage thing (except for the
money differences.) I've never marched, never proclaimed my sexuality to complete
strangers, so I guess I don't fit into too many categories that are thrown around
these days. I'm just me.....always have been........see no point in trying to be
like straight people because I would never succeed in that attempt. I don't hide
my sexuality, but neither do I announce it to the world. It's my life, not anyone
else's. Come to think of it, there are some gay people I don't like either!!
Telling me that I am "family" just doesn't appeal to me in the least.
Just my personal thoughts........