Overcoming My Fear Through Connection (Baby Steps)

Upon realizing just how sheltered and conservative my views are after writing this blogpost, I decided to connect with one of the only gay people I knew to break out of my bubble and show my support. All in an effort to try to see people who have different values than me in a more warm and welcoming light, as opposed to discounting or disregarding them out of fear. My email to him was awkward, but he was so kind in his reply. I think it will be easier for me to reach out next time.

This is my email to Jay Brannan, an openly gay folk artist:

You may be interested in what I have to say about you as I am a Conservative, Republican Christian:
http://bryantanner.blogspot.com/2009/05/jay-brannan-gay-folk-artist-renegade.html
Best wishes on your Europe tour,
Bryan
p.s. Thanks for the music
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Listening to: Jay Brannan - Housewife

This was Jay's Reply:

haha well thanks, glad you liked the song :)
hope you are doing well
jay

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