by Saeed Jones

I’m From Memphis, TN – Video Story

I finally came out to my mom my freshman year of college and that did make me really nervous because you’re like “I think she would be cool but what if she isn’t?” If she ...

by Aaron Akins

I’m From Troy, OH – Featured Artist

FEATURED ARTIST – Brian Ness STORY by Aaron Akins 1980. I was born at Stouder Memorial Hospital in Troy, Ohio, on April 24, 1980. My parents were 24 and 26 years old, I believeSoaking up the beauty of a late summer morning at Sprague Lake was more than enough compensation. Discovering the stash of hundreds of old Playboy magazines in our cabin was a sho...

I’m From Cava dei Tirreni, Salerno, Italy.

I’ve never told my whole family that I was gay. But when I met my first boyfriend, probably the only one that I’ve loved (so far), I was completely happy. I called my sister t...

by Cyd Zeigler jr. and Brian Sims

I’m From Bloomsburg, PA.

Story originally written by Cyd Zeigler, Jr. for OutSports. Be sure to check out their site for all things gay and sports related. Defensive tackle Brian Sims was the captain of ...

by Kelly D.

I’m From Johns Creek, GA.

My name is Kelly and I am in my teens. I’ve been told many times during my awkward confessions to friends and relatives that I am too young to be sure of my sexuality. I know so...

by Clarence C.

I’m From Altamonte Springs, FL.

I am the oldest of 5 children.  All of us were born on even-numbered years (I lead the way starting in 1962; my first brother was born in 1964; my first sister was born in 1966; ...

by Marc Robinson

I’m From Hollis, NH.

When I was 13 or so, perhaps even 12, I was introduced to the amazing world of Internet porn by my brother and his friends. I very quickly learned the ropes, remembering to delete...

by Philip Calderon

I’m From Phoenix, AZ.

The Steering Committee meeting was taking a short break.  A bunch of us gay people gathered in the kitchen and started talking about what else – coming out.  Pretty soon we we...

by John

I’m From Washington, D.C.

I never had a big coming out moment, or story, or statement.  I did not tell my parents until I was 31 because I just wanted to let everyone figure it out on their own. I grew up...