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[liptonrm_backup]

June is LGBT Month so it seems like a good time to say this, something I've been thinking about saying for a while.

I'm bisexual.

Okay, wow, I didn't anticipate that there would be knots in my stomach while I typed that phrase. Though I guess I should have, considering all of the introspection and self-realization that came before I allowed myself to realize the truth. But saying this out loud to someone who isn't my closest friend is terrifying.

There is a certain kind of peace in it. I don't have to tie myself in mental knots of rationalization and denial everytime I'm attratcted to a woman, I don't have to pretend away things I think or feel. I feel more like myself, if that makes any sense.

Of course, things aren't all rainbows and unicorns. I'm still Mormon (which, wow, the mess of that issue deserves a whole serious post of its own, or possibly sparkly gifs) and I'm nowhere near ready to come out to any member of my family. But I am ready to say it to all of you.

I'm bisexual. It's kind of awesome. =D

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Comments

[auntiemeesh.livejournal.com]

I think you are awesome for being brave, examining your own needs, and sharing your truth with us!

*celebratory, coming-out hugs*

[shirebound]

I'm proud of you for your courage.

*hugs*

[dodger-sister.livejournal.com]

You know my response to this is going to be the same as it was when we talked before - "Boobs are awesome!"

But seriously, I am so proud of you for saying this out loud. My stomach is kind of twisted in knots for you right now.

I think my icon is totally appropriate.

In Sum: I <3 you and you can call me later if you need to talk about silly ridiculous things.

[hiyacynth.livejournal.com]

You are amazing and brave and brilliant and I adore you into lovely smishy pieces. So very glad to be part of your safe place.

Love, love, love!

[zixi.livejournal.com]

:)

*hugs* I'm glad you're finding a way to be at peace with yourself about this. Good luck continuing to find yourself and your place in everything else.

And, well, more *hugs*

[the0neru.livejournal.com]

You? Are awesome. :)

...and, also, *hugs*.

[andi1235.livejournal.com]

Boy, been a while since I read your blog. *BIG HUGS!!* I miss you. Come visit Ithaca some time!!!