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[quote=Anonymous]Thanks again to everyone responding. To clarify, I don't expect they'll try to change her, tell her they're disappointed, or that she's going to hell. I think if they said anything, it would be things they think are supportive but in reality aren't. Statements like hate the sin, love the sinner, or suggesting she's too young to know or things could change, or asking her to hide it around friends and family. She knows they generally disapprove but don't hate homosexuals.

She's been face timing my parents a lot, even since her revelation. They're still getting along swimmingly. She regularly texts FIL as well. She never had a big phone relationship with DHs mom or step mom, but there's no animosity. BIL is extremely supportive. They all give the kids the option of attending church or staying home.

Her therapist suggested we tell them asap so they had time to adjust before the visit. She wanted them to know because it's part of who she is and keeping it a secret was making her more anxious. Someone asked why they needed to know at all.

Honestly, I think canceling for fear of them making an occasional negative comment offhandedly while she's there would send the message to her that they're less accepting than they really are. It would also start WWIII within our family. I just want to protect her feelings and this is new to us. I'm so grateful for everyone sharing their experiences and sorry to hear from those whose families were less than accepting. [/quote]

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