I've always dreamed of having a large family.

I'm the only gay person my parents know.

The gay community is very fickle. And I know because I'm part of it and I see it every day.

In Mississippi, you don’t admit that you’re gay. It’s just an awkward thing down South, which is sad.

I'm at peace with my family, my friends, myself and God so there's really nothing else that I worry about.

Speaking out is important for me because everyone should be treated equally.

Very few people have the guts to come up to you and say, 'Hey, are you gay?