Bio: I was open about my sexuality and was helpful to many men who were unclear about Gays or their own identity after I completed Basic Training. One particular time, included three soldiers directly asking about my manerism. I was truthful and they proceeded to harrass another soldier that lied in fear. I guess sometimes, people respond better to honesty than being lied to.

There were so many questions and misconceptions which were broken down during my career in the Army. (from Straights, as well as Gays)

I received letters from soldiers who were afraid to come out during Basic and AIT, but were proud to see that we existed in the service. Many of whom, never had a gay friend or ran away from broken homes. I was a Den Mother to my gay pals and am proud to help lost souls connect and grow while I was in. So many of us were lost in the whole gay issues, that we almost forgot we are normal humans. Some hid under the uniform to deny our beings. Others, slowly came out and embraced the life. I served my Country and made lifelong friends in the process too.