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You Are Not Alone - From One Gay Teen to Another

6/1/2013

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We received this heartfelt letter from Maya - a 17 year old high school senior from CNS High School in Cicero, New York.

Written by Maya Winne Diab

This is a letter to all the kids that aren’t able to go to their prom or ball.
 
First and foremost, please know – YOU ARE NOT ALONE.  There are so many people out there that
constantly get harassed for being gay or are just too scared.  It’s ok.  Go out and do something with your friends.  Sometimes, I wish I could trade places with people just to know how it feels and to give those kids being bullied an amazing experience that every teenager should be able to enjoy no matter who you like or love or how you dress. I am constantly thankful everyday for being able to express my feelings openly and tomorrow I will be going to my senior ball with my girlfriend.  We’ve been together for around seven months and I love her with all my heart.  I’ve been looking forward to this day for so long. I wish you could all be able to experience this because it truly a night never to be forgotten.  Nothing upsets me more than someone having to hide who they really are because I believe that is one of the hardest things to ever have to be put through in life, especially when we are taught all through school to literally ‘be yourself.’  It just isn’t fair.  I really hope one day you are able to show who you are and experience the feeling of falling in love because that changes your life.  Love brings people together and no matter who you are attracted to, you should be able to go out in public and just let everyone know who you are, who you love, and actually feel completely comfortable without being judged. Once again, my heart goes out to all of those who have to miss out on an amazing night during your high school years and don’t think for one second that I am not thinking about you.  Being gay is OK and you should never have to feel uncomfortable being who you are.  While I am enjoying my Senior Ball tomorrow night, I will be thinking about every single one of you, even though I don’t know any of you.  I am so excited to be able to spend it with my princess.  I hope everyone gets the chance to find that perfect person for them one day.
 
Love,
Maya Diab

These are photos from my Senior Ball, with my girlfriend Lillie in her beautiful dress.

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Gail
6/6/2013 02:36:38 am

From the mouths of "babes"!

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