Making Connections

There are a variety of mixed messages in college that everybody will experience. Students sometimes get mixed messages about such things as sexuality, drinking, and the value of education. An issue where I've gotten mixed messages is sexuality. As a child, I thought being homosexual was abnormal. I didn't think it was wrong, but it was something I didn't understand what it meant. I wasn't prejudice against homosexuals. I just didn't understand the mentality behind it and I wasn't exposed to it enough. As I grew up, I soon learned more about homosexuals and the struggles that they go through for being who they are. Soon enough, I came to realize that there is absolutely nothing wrong with being attracted to the same gender. Love is love; people should not be judged based on who they choose to be with. For example, on my soccer team I have two friends that are homosexual and I know people who cringe at the thought of homosexual. Today, people still are homophobic and are scared to associate themselves with homosexuals. One thing I think our community needs change in is acceptance and appreciation. I believe if we could all accept one another than it could be a better environment for everyone to be happy and be proud for who they are. And it's good to know that there are many people and  organizations in the world that promote gay rights and gay marriage as this issue is brought up daily in our society.