I am so intensely proud of you for telling this story. This is courage and leadership.
Sean reminds me every day of two things:
How privileged and lucky I am to have grown up in Toronto to two affirming parents parents who support me and love me regardless of who I love.
How important it is to document the forces that are trying to roll back LGBTQ rights, but—-perhaps more importantly—-who are trying to create a society where the millions of little Sean’s feel less safe and less free.
I know your words here will be read by other little Sean’s who need to hear that they can—and will—make it through.
A message to little Sean. You. Are. Loved. You are created in the image of God, who is Love itself. Nothing can separate you from that love; no human or their words or actions.
You are a masterpiece, a precious boy who deserves so much more than the people who were not able to see your beauty. They were blinded by your light and didn’t understand.
I am so incredibly grateful you are in a place now where you can shine. And be surrounded by those who, whatever their faith or religiosity, are more Christian than most because they love you as Jesus loved.
Thank you for your courage for sharing your story and helping others know they are not alone.
As Sean's aunt my heart breaks at the abuse he suffered from a member of my own family- and how clueless that family was and still is to the depth and fallout from that abuse. It is unconceivable to me that many family members currently subscribe to his parent's beliefs and also how many do not know what went on and/or would deny his experience and accept his parents actions. That being said- i rejoice in his escape and the work he has done to succeed personally and professionally to manage that trauma. I view him as an example and a resource for the other LGBTQ kids in the current and succeeding generations of our extended family. Much love and appreciation to you Sean!
That's a very sad and brutal story you tell. I cannot imagine a family treating a child of theirs that way and saying they believe in god! Isn't it so opposite of what a god means to most people? I'm glad you left when you did and that you've found the strength of character to thrive in your life. Religion in my view is to blame for most of the hate in this world. No matter what god you worship!
You can never share stories like this enough, they’re always heartbreaking. I’ve been there too, though my own experience wasn’t quite as intense. What doesn’t kill you really does make you stronger, and you must be incredibly strong, Sean. Thanks for sharing, and all the best.
so proud of you sean. sharing this story can't be easy. your work ethic and compassion are always an inspiration to me. and so glad you and spencer found each other 💙💙💙
Sean, anytime you need Momma love, you’ve got it coming from all directions now, I’m sure! Your story breaks my heart. I’m sending you all the Mom love! No child or person deserves what you went through and your survival and thriving is promoting the affirmation, wellness and survival of others now! Thank you for turning your pain into a triumph!
I am so intensely proud of you for telling this story. This is courage and leadership.
Sean reminds me every day of two things:
How privileged and lucky I am to have grown up in Toronto to two affirming parents parents who support me and love me regardless of who I love.
How important it is to document the forces that are trying to roll back LGBTQ rights, but—-perhaps more importantly—-who are trying to create a society where the millions of little Sean’s feel less safe and less free.
I know your words here will be read by other little Sean’s who need to hear that they can—and will—make it through.
❤️🥰🏳️🌈
Thanks to Uncloseted for shining a spotlight on my story.
A message to little Sean. You. Are. Loved. You are created in the image of God, who is Love itself. Nothing can separate you from that love; no human or their words or actions.
You are a masterpiece, a precious boy who deserves so much more than the people who were not able to see your beauty. They were blinded by your light and didn’t understand.
I am so incredibly grateful you are in a place now where you can shine. And be surrounded by those who, whatever their faith or religiosity, are more Christian than most because they love you as Jesus loved.
Thank you for your courage for sharing your story and helping others know they are not alone.
As Sean's aunt my heart breaks at the abuse he suffered from a member of my own family- and how clueless that family was and still is to the depth and fallout from that abuse. It is unconceivable to me that many family members currently subscribe to his parent's beliefs and also how many do not know what went on and/or would deny his experience and accept his parents actions. That being said- i rejoice in his escape and the work he has done to succeed personally and professionally to manage that trauma. I view him as an example and a resource for the other LGBTQ kids in the current and succeeding generations of our extended family. Much love and appreciation to you Sean!
I love you, Aunt Sharon!
That's a very sad and brutal story you tell. I cannot imagine a family treating a child of theirs that way and saying they believe in god! Isn't it so opposite of what a god means to most people? I'm glad you left when you did and that you've found the strength of character to thrive in your life. Religion in my view is to blame for most of the hate in this world. No matter what god you worship!
You can never share stories like this enough, they’re always heartbreaking. I’ve been there too, though my own experience wasn’t quite as intense. What doesn’t kill you really does make you stronger, and you must be incredibly strong, Sean. Thanks for sharing, and all the best.
so proud of you sean. sharing this story can't be easy. your work ethic and compassion are always an inspiration to me. and so glad you and spencer found each other 💙💙💙
Thanks Kenny ❤️❤️
I’m so sorry for your experience..you deserved better. I am glad you have Spencer..he is a wonderful human❤️
Sean, anytime you need Momma love, you’ve got it coming from all directions now, I’m sure! Your story breaks my heart. I’m sending you all the Mom love! No child or person deserves what you went through and your survival and thriving is promoting the affirmation, wellness and survival of others now! Thank you for turning your pain into a triumph!
My best friend and her son watch your show every week-so I can tell you I personally know a TWO lives you’ve enriched expanded and maybe even saved.