January 31

I was sitting in Panera Bread before work when I got a response back from my mom about the card I had sent outing myself. I briefly saw the text and where it said '"Received the beautiful card you sent me yesterday..."'. I froze and couldn't bring myself to read the rest. A feeling of panic and nausea went through me.

'What did my mom think? Was she angry? Disgusted?'

I just sat there for a couple of minutes to prepare myself for the worst.  Deep breath. Then, I read the rest of her response. It said:

"Received the beautiful card you sent me yesterday. I have two comments in regards to what you wrote. First, you have to live the life that you feel is best for you. Second, I'll always love you no matter what. Hope your work is going well for you. Love you."'

I didn't know what to say. Deep breath. A feeling of relief starting to come over me. My mom finally knew. I cried a few tears of relief and happiness. I can finally start living the way I am comfortable and one of the most important people in my life knows and accepts it.