Gay man who adopted a child: Ask me Anything

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[Post New]07/14/2013 21:23
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Anonymous wrote:What was it like bringing the baby home? Did you have support? I'm guessing being a single parent is the really hard part, not the gay part! (Once you left the south that is.)


It was exciting, and then after everyone went home and it was just the two of us home alone, it was totally terrifying. I remember looking at the dog and thinking even she looked scared. I had one very supportive relative and some supportive friends.


Do you have a support group here? Single parenting seems like it's hard enough without having to worry about homophobic reactions at every turn...
[Post New]07/14/2013 21:30
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Anonymous wrote:Is the birth mom involved or plans to be involved in DD's life?


No. I said I was open to an open adoption and wanted it for my daughter because everything I've read on the subject suggests it's healthier. The birth mother said that's what she wanted too, but the way thinks have evolved it seems to me she wanted to move on with her life and not be reminded of that period. I am half hoping she comes around and half trying to figure out how I'll explain this to my daughter when she's older.
[Post New]07/14/2013 21:36
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Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:What was it like bringing the baby home? Did you have support? I'm guessing being a single parent is the really hard part, not the gay part! (Once you left the south that is.)


It was exciting, and then after everyone went home and it was just the two of us home alone, it was totally terrifying. I remember looking at the dog and thinking even she looked scared. I had one very supportive relative and some supportive friends.


Do you have a support group here? Single parenting seems like it's hard enough without having to worry about homophobic reactions at every turn...


Not a specific support group that's meant to be such, no. But I've gathered the village for sure in addition to being a member of orgs like Lambda Legal.
[Post New]07/14/2013 21:38
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What do you do for a living--are you an attorney?
[Post New]07/14/2013 21:38
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Anonymous wrote:What do you do for a living--are you an attorney?


Yes.
[Post New]07/14/2013 21:39
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Anonymous wrote:Single mom by choice here - just wishing you the best and congrats!!


[Post New]07/14/2013 21:41
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How many slices of pizza do you usually eat?
[Post New]07/14/2013 21:42
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Anonymous wrote:How many slices of pizza do you usually eat?


One. Two if I'm feeling piggish. Or am in New York.
[Post New]07/14/2013 21:44
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What is the right number of asparagus to serve at dinner?
[Post New]07/14/2013 21:45
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No
[Post New]07/14/2013 21:51
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Anonymous wrote:What is the right number of asparagus to serve at dinner?


Depending if they're thick or thin. I'd say anywhere from 4-8.
[Post New]07/14/2013 21:51
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Anonymous wrote:Single mom by choice here - just wishing you the best and congrats!!




Why the shock face? I'm another single mom by choice who wishes OP the best.
[Post New]07/14/2013 22:36
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Do you match her hair doodles with her outfit...when kids match too much, it means dad dressed them.

Are you aware of the price of American Girl dolls and accessories? That will come up in about 5-6 years.

[Post New]07/14/2013 22:48
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Do You think kids need a father and mother figure?

Why did you adopt her?
[Post New]07/14/2013 22:50
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I like you. You sound like a good father. That's all.
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