Homosexuality and Homophobia

http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/8578787.stm

I have a lot of gay friends, both in Jersey and in the States, including my little sister. I reacted badly the first time that a really good friend came out to me. I didn't know what to do, and it went badly, and it ruined a friendship. This kid was one of my best friends, and I screwed it all up. I still feel bad about it. However, it was a valuable learning experience, and when my sister came out, I was okay. I supported her. I didn't freak out, I just accepted it.

Due to my religion I don't necessarily agree with homosexuality, but I can accept someone for who they are and not judge them for the things that they do. I don't believe in marriage for gay couples, but I am okay with civil partnerships. I just think that marriage has religious connotations and should be reserved for a man and woman. Civil partnerships give the same rights as marriage. Compromise...it makes the world work.

Anyway, I just read the above article on the BBC. Now, why I understand the point of the couple in the article, I also see the point of the woman. And I don't think that the government should be able to force her, or anyone, to give up their convictions, it doesn't matter if they're right or wrong. It's her business, her house, and if that's the way she wants to run it, then it's her prerogative. Her business with either suffer from the backlash of the homosexual community or it will thrive from those who are of a like-mind.

I think it's commendable in this day and age to have convictions and hold to them. They're are too many people who allow society to dictate what is right in this day and age. Even if I don't agree with the actions, I agree with the sentiment. I wouldn't do what she did, but there are other things that I might do that could be just as politically incorrect.

Sorry for offending anyone. /end rant