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From Los Angeles to Washington DC, people have recently been coming together across the US for Pride Month. But it hasn't just been a celebration for people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender, because people's parents have also been coming out in support of their LGBT children. Moms and dads joined their kids on the streets to celebrate diversity and raise awareness about LGBT issues, including one mom who carried a sign saying "my trans son is a stud" and somebody's father who wore a t-shirt announcing that he was "the proud dad of a smartass gay son."
"I had an amazing day today marching with my child!" wrote one supportive mom on Facebook after attending The Equality March for Unity and Pride. "We were inspired by all of the support! We can not rest until everyone is accepted for who they are!" We couldn't agree more. Scroll down for a collection of heartwarming pictures of parents and their children celebrating love, tolerance, and understanding. (h/t)
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My awesome son with my husband at our first march. What a wonderful day to share with him 🌈❤️💛💚💙💜🌈
Lara B. 8 years ago
This is so lovely to see :) There is no reason not to be proud of such a strong and confident young man!! :)
Vincent L Taylor 5 years ago
Its so heartwarming to see parents getting aware of the times we live in. I recently studied at a Webinar at E Care Behavioral Health Institute that parents also struggle to come to terms with the sexual orientation of their kids. Narrative therapy needs to be adapted to make them understand the gravity of their behaviour towards their children.
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Allison Galbari 8 years ago
Just goes to show, just because you might not "quite approve" of someone's lifestyle doesn't mean you can't love them and be supportive.
Master Markus 8 years ago
You should probably get over yourself if you "don't approve" but somehow feel like you can be supportive. Those things directly contradict.
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Charlie Hyduk 4 years ago
I have a friend who grew up in a homophobic home, thankfully she is straight so she didn't go through hell, but she has some views that she doesn't want. She knows about me, and tries to support me as well as she can. She signed up for therapy and is slowly overcoming her homophobia. Im so proud of her.
lunanoir69 8 years ago
That is just beautiful! Your mom is definitely trying and obviously loves you!
Vervelende Panda 8 years ago
Wait what... "The natural USE of the woman"? Bwahahahahaha! You crazy!
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Dane Pearson 8 years ago
Awesomesauce all around! and the son does look like kind of a smartass...hee hee
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Elina Kuusisto 8 years ago
I love this woman and her story!! She has been carrying that same sign since I think the 70s. Bless her! <3
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Susanne Pachtmann 8 years ago
There should be nothing making a mom happier than having happy kids! It's a really good thing she is there and even more that she's enjoying it!
Load More Replies... Bert Kranenburg 8 years ago
this is true love towards you child ! she glows and is so proud of it ..
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Lisa-Marie Dhondt 8 years ago
Besides the point but mom looks amazing, I thought sister for sure!
Cathy Binder 8 years ago
they are related and tooth shape is an inherited trait, so...
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My family threw me a surprise pride party bc I came out to all of them lmaoooo 😂🌈
Lara B. 8 years ago
This is how it should be! A whole family full of loving and supportive people. Why should anyone be ashamed for which sex a relative loves?! Who the hell decided centuries ago that same sex relationships are wrong??
DogPerson7 4 years ago
Sigggggghhhh. Gay here. Christan. Don't have a choice. Help.
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Leah Moses 8 years ago
this is so beautiful! Everyone should have loving and supportive people like these in their lives.
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Bisexual gamer gurl 4 years ago
omg i hope she is bi cause im f*****g crushing on her like crazy
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Johan Ruda 8 years ago
I read this on the bus on my way to work and was so close to tearing up. Amazing!
Mia Rennie 8 years ago
tell your dad he's amazing! and tell your brother that he's very brave!
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I had an amazing day today marching with my child! We were inspired by all of the support! We can not rest until everyone is accepted for who they are!
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Blue Cicada 8 years ago
Kid banned from wearing t at his school "God is not scared of gays." @ my school, kids agreed w ban. Really? Can God be scared of anything?
Adriana E. Henricy 8 years ago
so brave! Wish more parents were like that, their kids come first!
Angelika Nesper 8 years ago
It's mean to say it's fine to be gay but it's not mean to say it isn't? Be careful not to throw your back out doing so much mental gymnastics.
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M O'Connell 8 years ago
A beautiful daughter and a '49 Ford. What else does a dad need, really?
Blue Cicada 8 years ago
I was gonna say: a cool dad & a '49 Ford, what more could a woman want? :)
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ACE PIRATES 4 THE WIN 2 years ago
This dad is so cool! Also my neighbor has a truck that looks exactly like that and he decorates it at Christmas lol
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My mom drove me all the way from Indiana for my first ever Pride since coming out, thank you all so much for making it an absolutely amazing experience!
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Paladin of Shadows 8 years ago
People were upset about the white skittles, I think that it was an amazing, being pansexual and androgynous
Charlie Hyduk 4 years ago
Genderfluid person is me and yeeeeeah boi (aroac3)
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Adriana E. Henricy 8 years ago
Love this! no matter if your kids is living w/you or not, attending pride sends a statement about love and respect!
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Tillie Martinussen 7 years ago
It IS pretty ducking awesome. 🙌🙌 (I left it at ducking 😂). So cool dad! 👏👏
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Whiterain25 furry 6 years ago
mad me laugh. in case someone doesn't understand, its about the mom trying to be supportive and posting a picture with a gay pride heart even though the picture is of her with a guy (straight)
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Cathy Binder 8 years ago
yo mama is so talented, she made one of the most notorious "nailed it" cakes and nailed it in a completely non ironic manner.
ACE PIRATES 4 THE WIN 2 years ago (edited)
Ace pride 101: all that matters is love, support, and cake
Charlie Hyduk 4 years ago
Dammit im hungry now.. there's cake in the fridge, perfect for an ace like me
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Adam Havlík 8 years ago
Shame on any parent that doesn't support their child regardless of sexuality!
Tiffany Harding 8 years ago
Suicide and depression among LGBT youth drops DRAMATICALLY with family support and love. How could anyone not love their kids for who they are? These parents are amazing.
Ed Turner 8 years ago
My Grandson and I at our first Pride march!! Very blessed and he is but one of my many loves!! EdBren-594...9d8467.jpg 
Olli Westphal 8 years ago
I really wish this wasn't an issue anymore. Don't get me wrong, I think it's fantastic that there are loving and supporting parents that won't condone their child's sexuality. I wish that having to "come out" wouldn't be such a hard topic. Yeah, I know, for the majority it's always going to be a obstacle, having to face the fear of being ostracized, but it should be a normal part of society now, and yet, it's still being stigmatized. Anyway, it's great to see this kind of support.
Alice Black 8 years ago
I think you meant "condemn," not "condone." Saying they "won't codone" means they won't approve. Think you got your words mixed.
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Luca 8 years ago
To all hypocritical christians reading this, I'll quote the Lord Jesus: "They taught about God, but did not love God; they would never enter the kingdom of Heaven themselves, but they prevent all others from entering it nonetheless"
Blue Cicada 8 years ago
God bless you for reminding us of Jesus' teachings!
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Jonathan Eatsalot 8 years ago
I'll be glad when people don't feel the need to celebrate this. Then you will know normalcy has been achieved.
Alusair Alustriel 8 years ago
Awesome people. We have to support those young women and men to show, that it's th4e HUMAN who counts, not if they are lesbian/gay/trans/etc, fat, skinny, blonde, dark-haired, African, Chinese or European type. Everyone deserves respect and to be proud of whom they are in every aspect.
tweetybird 8 years ago
there shouldn't be a choice about is, you should love your child no matter what sexuality they are... these are great parents
Adam Havlík 8 years ago
Shame on any parent that doesn't support their child regardless of sexuality!
Tiffany Harding 8 years ago
Suicide and depression among LGBT youth drops DRAMATICALLY with family support and love. How could anyone not love their kids for who they are? These parents are amazing.
Ed Turner 8 years ago
My Grandson and I at our first Pride march!! Very blessed and he is but one of my many loves!! EdBren-594...9d8467.jpg
Olli Westphal 8 years ago
I really wish this wasn't an issue anymore. Don't get me wrong, I think it's fantastic that there are loving and supporting parents that won't condone their child's sexuality. I wish that having to "come out" wouldn't be such a hard topic. Yeah, I know, for the majority it's always going to be a obstacle, having to face the fear of being ostracized, but it should be a normal part of society now, and yet, it's still being stigmatized. Anyway, it's great to see this kind of support.
Alice Black 8 years ago
I think you meant "condemn," not "condone." Saying they "won't codone" means they won't approve. Think you got your words mixed.
Load More Replies... Luca 8 years ago
To all hypocritical christians reading this, I'll quote the Lord Jesus: "They taught about God, but did not love God; they would never enter the kingdom of Heaven themselves, but they prevent all others from entering it nonetheless"
Blue Cicada 8 years ago
God bless you for reminding us of Jesus' teachings!
Load More Replies... Jonathan Eatsalot 8 years ago
I'll be glad when people don't feel the need to celebrate this. Then you will know normalcy has been achieved.
Alusair Alustriel 8 years ago
Awesome people. We have to support those young women and men to show, that it's th4e HUMAN who counts, not if they are lesbian/gay/trans/etc, fat, skinny, blonde, dark-haired, African, Chinese or European type. Everyone deserves respect and to be proud of whom they are in every aspect.
tweetybird 8 years ago
there shouldn't be a choice about is, you should love your child no matter what sexuality they are... these are great parents
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