The Father Didn’t Know How To Address His Son’s Young Man’s Hidden Sexuality

Reddit had a heart warming story of a father and his pride for his son.

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The Original Poster (OP) said that though the years of his childhood were marked by regret and missed opportunities, the love of OP knows no bounds, and nothing can diminish the fierce love he holds for his child.

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A Pheonix Rising From the Ashes

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Through a tumultuous journey marked by heroin addiction, OP rose from the ashes and claimed his role as the sole caretaker of his son after the young man said his mother and stepfather were abusing him.

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OP witnessed the sweet young boy grow into a magnificent young man with a heart of gold, unwavering bravery, boundless generosity, and a spirit that shone brightly even through the shadow of the horrors he faced as a child.

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When his son got accepted into a top-ranked university across the country, OP felt sad about his departure.

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Yet, he celebrated his son’s triumph and proudly watched as he embarked on a new chapter in his life.

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He visited him every other month and saw the joy he found in his studies, the friends he made, and the life he was building for himself.

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A Not So Secret Boyfriend

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