USGA

Back in November I was on a panel for the Utah County chapter of PFLAG. (Parents Family and Friends of Lesbians And Gays) At this panel I learned about this incredible group called Understanding Same Gender Attraction from two of the groups members/leaders. To say that they impacted me is an understatement. I was never very religious and because of my sexuality, I was actually glad that I didn't grow up with heavy religious influence. I THOUGHT that being gay was hard but I have no idea what hard is. Hearing stories from two people that I had just met before changed me. 

When asked why I traveled to Provo every Thursday for the USGA meeting I would just answer, "I don't know. USGA means something to me. I don't know why. It just does." There are a couple of reasons that I think I love it so much. The first is to be around these incredibly strong people. To hear their amazing stories and to grow as a person. The second is to expose someone else to it. I have only taken the same person once. I try to take someone with me that I feel would benefit from going through one of these meetings. Third is I feel comfortable there. I usually sit and quietly listen but, I'm comfortable. Happy even. I really don't know if any of these things are why I love USGA but the list could probably go on and on. It is just amazing. I have met incredible people and learned things about myself that I never knew existed. I just want to thank those who make USGA happen every week. You are amazing people and I am amazed by you.