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I’m From Salt Lake City, UT - Video Story.

by eric ethington

Friday January 27, 2012

I’m From Salt Lake City, UT - Video Story.

When Erik came out to his father, he was given two choices: “Get this fixed or get out of the house.”

At just 17 years old, Erik found the courage to stay true to who he is, pack his bags at his dad’s command, and left home. Erik’s mother convinced his father to let him move back in the house, and he did, but was not allowed to mention anything at all about him being gay. Continue Reading to watch Erik’s story.

Tags: coming out, Eric Ethington, family, gay men, homelessness, Kicked Out, Salt Lake City, Utah, Video Story
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