It makes me so proud to know that my kids evoke such emotion in others. They stand for something to the kids who pour out their secrets, love and gratitude in the letters they leave behind. It seems to be about more than the music, it’s the message that you can be yourself – whoever you are. It’s gratitude for getting them through dark times. It’s knowing that no matter what’s happening in your life – you’ll get through. It’s about being honest – speaking your truth. I know how hard it is to come out for kids, and I know as a parent how hard hard it is to know your child will be met with discrimination and intolerance. It is heartbreaking to know that there are people throughout the world who believe your homosexual child’s worth is less than their heterosexual children. I am grateful that my kids offer hope to others through their music, and by just being authentically themselves.