Brokeback Mission

I apologize for the cheesy title, but after my Bosnian coworker said it in response to the following story, I just had to use it.

While I was in SLC, the night before my meet two other swimmers and I went out for a night on the town. We stopped by this little gay bar/dance club called Try-Angles. It was a good time and after about an hour we began to prepare to leave.

I leaned up against the bar to close my tab and someone tapped me on the shoulder asking, "Do you remember me?"

"Elder Whittaker?"

Nate Whittaker not only served in the same mission as me, but we served together for 3 months as companions. And NO, we did not mess around ever.

Now, I must confess that it isn't a surprise to find out Elder Whittaker is gay. However, it is surprising to see him "out." He seems like the type that would remain in the closet forever despite that fact that everyone already assumes he is gay :) Kinda like my first boyfriend. LOL.

Surprise Phone Call

Ok, so I'm barely home from work and I get a call from a local number I don't recognize. This is a brand new phone number so I assume it's a mistake and let it go to voicemail.

Jesse, a cousin of mine, who I haven't seen in over 2 years is trying to get a hold of me. I call him back up and we go to Macaroni Grille for dinner.

Keep in mind, I'm not out to anyone on his side beyond my immediate family. We spent some time catching up and it came time. Now I confess, it has gotten much easier to talk to people about my sexuality, but from some reason the family element makes the whole situation harder.

I did come out to Jesse and he was very understanding and non-judgemental.

It is very refreshing to know that even with an extremely Mormon background someone can be open minded and accepting.