I've been pretty upset this weekend after seeing my in-laws. They are extremely close-minded and will rant about their opinions even if no one is questioning/debating them. I have dealt with people like this before, but sometimes they just strike a nerve.

They were talking about transgendered people and how "mentally disturbed" they are. I don't want to repeat any of it here, because it is the most stereotypical bullshit that many folks have probably heard. It really sucks to hear it. I have friends and family that are trans. I may be cisgender and straight, but that doesn't mean I can't be empathetic with someone who isn't.

To be honest their idea of gender roles go so much further than just their "issues" with LGBTQ people. It even goes as far as how men and women should only have hobbies that are appropriate for their gender. They complain that boys shouldn't be interested in dolls or how I shouldn't be into video games and comics. It really drives me up the wall. It's not like I could ever talk to them and try and argue back. They sort of just all gang up and try and steamroll over me and my husband when we try to. It is easier to sit and be quiet. I still feel guilty for not standing up for myself and my beliefs, but it is all the time that they argue this stuff. I guess it isn't so bad. My husband is with me and he has kind of had it worse. He has had to listen to it longer than me. D;

It surprises me sometimes that England can somehow top Georgia sometimes on the crazy bigotry. LIKE REALLY TOP IT. I don't know how?!