A Note to Chad from His Sister, Kim (Long Island, New York)

Dear Chad,
 
It sounds strange, but the day that you finally told me that you were gay, happens to be one of the happiest days of my life. 

I had been worried about you for years.  You were always so angry and would never talk about what was troubling you.  I had no clue as to what the problem was, and I was so fearful of you doing something that could never be undone.  So when you told me that you were gay and in a relationship, I was so relieved and happy for you.  You’re my brother and I love you unconditionally!  As long as you’re happy then that is all that matters. 

The only thing that makes me sad is knowing that you had to struggle with this for years.  That you felt you had to keep yourself “closeted” for fear of the family rejecting you.  It upsets me to know that you were in pain and felt that you had no where to turn.  Thankfully you had wonderful friends who urged you to confide in your family.

I know the road you have traveled and still travel has been a rough one.  Now that you know that you have your family’s unconditional love and support, hopefully it will be a little easier.

I’m so happy that you and James found each other.  I already consider him as another brother.  You’re a wonderful man; with a loving and caring heart, who deserves all the happiness the world has to offer.  You and James complete each other.

Be happy.  I love you to the moon and back.

P.S.…let’s get cracking with those wedding plans.
 
Love,

Kim