Had To Come Out To My Kids

So I've been with my girlfriend now for a couple of months. I'm totally in love with her and she me. We are both single moms.

We have been keeping a low profile as she had to get used to the idea of being in a committed relationship with another woman.

Well my kids noticed how much time the two of us have been spending together and my daughter just came right out and asked me if we were a thing. I tried to play it off but my daughter knew, so I said what if we were a "thing" as you put it. She very nonchalantly says oh that would be ok. I like Mrs. V.

My son on the other hand didn't take it so well when I told him. He said mom, that's gross I don't want my friends knowing my mom is a lesbo. We had a long discussion and as embarrassing as it was I had to tell him a lot of things I did not ever want to. Ultimately he said ok but please keep it in the family. He doesn't think he can handle the teasing he'll get in school.

So it's just us that knows. I definitely feel better not having to hide it from my kids. Do you know how hard it is to not kiss or touch the one you love for hours on end because your kids might see?

As embarrassed as I was, I'm glad to be out now. But it may just be at home. Out in public, we are just two close friends. I'm ok with that for now at least.