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Maybe you can decrease some of the “weird” feelings you’re having by asking your friends any questions you might have about his homosexuality. I’m sure he’d be more than willing to answer any questions, and if you understand more, it will be easier to accept it.

He’s your friend…

But believe me, I’d feel weird too…

Just give it some time to assimilate the news…

My bet is that overnight he hasn’t changed to knitting sweaters, buying doilies and calling you “Mary.” He was gay yesterday,too - you just didn’t know it, that’s all.

Shake it off. It’s Him, for crying out loud - your friend. Same as it ever was. Just tell him if he squeezes your butt, you’ll slug him. ~Grin~

On the bright side, you may find that his gay friends are Hilarious. Most of the ones I’ve met have an absolutely insane sense of humor.

((PLUS - no competition for girls at the bars. PLUSSS - he can introduce you to ***-hags: finest kind girls who find straight guys stiff and boring. This is looking better all the ime, Anon..))

Thanks, guys.

Just a note - I didn’t want to press this, but it’s true:

He TOLD you. Out of just a few people. That’s a pretty big honor, anon. He trusts you, and likes you enough to tell you something tough like that. I’d be feeling pretty full of myself, if I were you. You are Most Definitely his friend.

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Just a note - I didn’t want to press this, but it’s true:He TOLD you. Out of just a few people. That’s a pretty big honor, anon. He trusts you, and likes you enough to tell you something tough like that. I’d be feeling pretty full of myself, if I were you. You are Most Definitely his friend.

I know. But it’s also a huge responsibility.

That’s what friends are for, right? Have each others backs during the tough times? And really, when you break it down, what’s your responsibility beyond just looking at it and saying, “That’s your gig; I’m cool with it.”

He’s gay - it’s not like he listens to Britney Spears or something Really heinous. ~Smile~

I can guess it would be a freaker if he got into a lip-lock with some guy in leather pants and a cheesy mustache in front of you… you probably want to tell him to keep his adventures to himself till you settle into the concept - or longer. That would mess me up too.

You’re gonna be fine, Anon; it’s not catching. ~Grin~ Go talk to your friend. I’m betting he’d like to hear from you after throwing all his cards on the table. Think about how he must be feeling right now, not knowing if what he told you busted up a friendship he treasured enough to spill it all for.

Thank you.

Take Chameleon’s advice. Talk to your friend. It may help both of you. Your best friend needs a friend right now. Be there for him. I am sure when you need a friend in the future he will be there for you.
It will take a while before things get less weird. Hang in there, though. This is not worth losing a friend over. I am very happy that he came out at such a young age. So many people wait until they are in their 30’s or 40’s. It makes for a lonely life.

I agree with lexy32, too.

Thanks, everyone.