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An Open Letter To My Gay Best Friend

I'm Sorry...

Lia Barskey
Oct 17, 2016
Colorado Mesa University
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An Open Letter To My Gay Best Friend
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Dear GBF,

I am so thankful for our friendship. You have taught me so much about what it means to be a real friend and about life. I am so thankful that we met the 1st week of college, because I honestly don't know where I would be without you. From our late night talks, to our pizza dates, I have enjoyed every moment with you.

You are one of the bravest people I know. I admire you so much for that. But while this world may seem to try to bring you down every day, I want you to know something...

I want you to know you are so LOVED! Not only by me, but by your other friends!

I'm also sorry...

I'm sorry that society has deemed you as "less" of a person. I'm sorry people judge you based on your sexuality. I'm sorry people can't accept you for who you think you are. I'm sorry that you have to live in fear of what people might say to you on a daily basis. I'm sorry that your decision has caused you so much pain and suffering. I'm sorry that people have the audacity to insult you to your face about something that doesn't even effect them. It breaks my heart to see people discriminate towards you. They don't even know you.

You deserve so much more

I am so proud of how you have handled all this. I also have seen how strong you can be in these hard times. You just simply put on a smile and rush off what they say. I admire you for your courage and perseverance.

So you just keep being you!

Because I love YOU. Whoever you may think you are, you are still my friend. You have been there for me through the tough times and some of the best times. While I may not agree with you or necessarily support that lifestyle, I will always be here for you. And I promise you'll always have a friend in me!




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