After three long decades, four old friends found themselves together again at a lively reunion party. It was as if no time had passed at all, with laughter and stories flowing as easily as the drinks. As the evening wore on, the conversation naturally turned to the subject of their children. Each man, bursting with pride, began to share the incredible successes of their sons. The first friend boasted about his boy, a company president so wealthy and generous that he gifted his best friend a brand new Mercedes for his birthday. The second man smiled and shared that his son was a major airline owner who had given his own best friend a private jet. Not to be outdone, the third father spoke of his multimillionaire son, an engineer who had presented his best friend with a gigantic, luxurious mansion.
They were all heartily congratulating one another on raising such successful and generous men when their fourth friend returned from the restroom. He asked what all the excitement was about. The three friends eagerly explained they were sharing stories about their sons’ achievements and asked what his own boy was up to. The fourth man replied simply that his son was gay and worked as a dancer. The other three friends immediately offered their condolences, calling it a shame and a disappointment. The fourth father simply smiled and shook his head. He explained he was not ashamed at all and that his son was actually doing quite well. Just two weeks ago for his birthday, he had received a magnificent mansion, a private jet, and a top-of-the-line Mercedes from his three very generous boyfriends. The room fell into a stunned and silent understanding.
