[whitequeen96]

Prism68, I am happy that we are able to really discuss this and see one another's point of view.

Here's what I think about what you said. I believe that it's true that many gay people are unhappy, but I think it's because they are so hated by much of our society. I also don't think a promiscuous (sp?) lifestyle is good for anyone. That is why I think marriage would help to solve these problems; gay people would be accepted (at least somewhat), and we would be encouraging a monogomous lifestyle, with all its attendant responsibilities. I think devotion to another human being is a maturing, enriching experience for anyone, and that this benefits our society as a whole.

As for it becoming so normal that your children HAVE to accept it as a normal lifestyle, I don't see that. There are many things out there in society that I don't agree with or want my child to partake in (certain religions, the promiscuous lifestyle shown on TV, materialistic values, racism, etc.), so I will be sure to let my child know that I disaprove of them. To be honest, I think it would be easier to get sucked into the things I've just mentioned because these are a matter of choice. However, I think that homosexuality is rarely, if ever, a choice that someone makes.

The adoption issue is very sensitive to a lot of people. I have my opinion on it, but I'm open to more evidence. As for the slippery slope leading to the things you mentioned, I do hope that we can be smarter than that!