It's a proven fact that most parents care for their kids and want to see them succeed and be happy. With me, that's no different then the way my parents act. We had a discussion today that lead into an argument about my life both present and future and while I was pissed at them for the way they carried out the argument, I can say that I'm glad (in a way) that they did.

We talked about how I wanted to ultimately be a social worker and they both told me that it was going to be a hard choice to make. That's when they started to question why I was going to school to get my associates degree in criminal justice, bachelors in social work and my CDAC (certificate in drug and alcohol counseling) and not just go for social work. When I gave them my reasons, they pretty much told me that it was a waste of money to go that route, but I told them I disagree with them on that.

Then we got into the discussion of me not only moving to california in the future, but taking a small vacation this november and going there for a few days to relax (and to look at schools if I can manage that). They almost hit the roof telling me that they think I only want to move to california because they're more accepting of gays. When i told them that wasn't the case, they pretty much called me a liar (and it isn't, I can make more as a social worker in cali then I would in NJ if you factor in the cost of living and such).

Ultimatly we ended up agreeing to disagree and I put (somewhat) my plans for this november on hold until we can discuss it even more. I know that it is my life, and after talkin to a very smart person, I can see the reasoning behind their arguments and dislike of it. They are worried about me and want me to be happy, no matter what they believe.

So I want to offer you guys and gals a second view on things. Remember that some of the times when you come out to your parents, or if you get into an argument with them, that ultimatly it is because they are concerned for you. Now i'm heading back to bed.