It was Monday morning and I was exhausted. I had spent the weekend at Kurt’s house, but I went home this morning. School started again today and I had needed my messenger bag and a change of clothes. When I walked in, both of my parents were waiting at the table. I checked my phone to see how long I had before I needed to leave for school. About two hours, so I entered the kitchen and approached my waiting parents.

“Mom, dad. I’d like to speak with you if you have a few minutes.” My mom stood up to give me a hug, “”Of course, Blaine.” I hugged my mom while glancing at my dad who wouldn’t meet my eyes. I sat down across from them as I collected my thoughts. My dad had yet to look at me and I could tell he was uncomfortable. My mother broke the silence, Honey, I don’t think we’ve been treating you fairly.” I sighed because I could tell she was speaking for herself only. “I agree. I don’t think you guys have listened to what I have to say.” My mother looked sincere when she spoke. “Well, we’re here to listen now.” I knew this would be my only chance to speak my mind to my parents, so I was going to take that chance.

“First of all, I fell like you are making assumptions about who I am. You automatically think that I am a different person since I told you I was gay. The truth is that even before I told you, I was already gay. Nothing about me has changed.” I paused to let my words sink in. “Dad, you always blame me for ruining your family but this family doesn’t belong to you. It’s mom’s family too. I’m your son, whether you like it or not, so this is my family too.” I was shocked when he immediately looked at me. He looked ashamed.

“That’s where you are wrong, Blaine. You’re a disgrace to this family…” My mom cut in, “Charles do not do this! You will regret this decision!” My father looked at my mother in disbelief. “You’re taking his side?” His words were now directly aimed at me, “This is exactly what I mean. You always split this family in half and I’m not putting up with it anymore. Blaine, you are no longer considered part of this family. You are not my son. You have until I get home tonight to be gone. You are no longer associated with me or this family.”

My mother was crying. I could tell that this isn’t what she wants. I stood quietly from the table. “I’m sorry mom. I do not want to stay somewhere I am not wanted.” I had to stay strong and keep it together. I wouldn’t give my father the satisfaction of my own defeat. I turned around for the last time. “Goodbye mom, I love you. She was still crying as I began to walk away. “I love you too Blaine,” my mom said through her tears.

I headed to my car without even mothering with a change of clothes, but somehow managing to grab my bag. I looked up at the house. It was no longer my home, just a meaningless house. I started to drive, but pulled over once I couldn’t see through my tear filled eyes. Right there, I let everything go. I let go of all attachment I had to that house. I let go of all of the memories that would haunt me. I let go of the love I once had for my father.

I took a deep breath and checked my phone to see that I still had over an hour before I was supposed to leave for school. I knew here I could find the comfort that my body was aching for; Kurt’s house. I pulled out my phone and quickly texted Kurt. Hey. Is it alright if I come over? Kurt had known that I’d be talking to my parents, so I wasn’t surprised when he responded immediately. Of course you can come over Blaine! I closed my phone and slammed on the gas pedal. I pulled up at Kurt’s house five minutes later. He was waiting for me on the porch.

As soon as I stepped out of the car, I was in my best friend’s arms. Kurt hugged me as tightly as possible. “Did you talk to them?” He asked quickly. I nodded into his shoulder. Kurt pulled back the slightest bit to look for any sign of what might have happened in my eyes. “Come on! Let’s go inside,” he said pulling me towards the house. Kurt had coffee waiting inside for both of us. I took my cup with a small smile. Once we were facing each other on the couch, Kurt rested his hand on top of mine for support. I looked at Kurt and decided to start from the beginning.

“They were waiting for me when I got there. My mom was sincere and actually wanted to listen to what I had to say. My dad was just uneasy and uncomfortable the whole time. He wouldn’t even look at me! He said I was a disgrace. My mom tried to stop him, but he had already made up his mind. My father disowned me. He said I’m no longer his son nor am I part of his family.”Kurt pulled me into another comforting hug that seemed to calm my nerves.

“I’m so sorry this had to happen Blaine,” he sounded concerned. “You know that you are part of my family! You know that Finn considers you his brother already and both my dad and Carole love you as if you were their own son! I’ll always be here to protect you and make sure nothing bad happens to you.” I looked up with tears in my eyes. “Kurt, I’ll never be able to thank you enough for all that you do for me.” Kurt looked up with a bright smile and wiped the tears from my face.

“I know what we can do!” Kurt exclaimed. “You are going to stay here Blaine! It’ll be perfect? We hang out here every day anyways and you can stay in the guest room!” I was both surprised and overjoyed at Kurt’s suggestion. “Kurt, I could never ask you or your family to do that for me.” The bright smile never left Kurt’s face. “I told you Blaine, you are part of this family!” All I could manage to do was hug my best friend as tightly as I could! “

Thank you so much Kurt! You’re always there for me and I really appreciate it!” He looked up at me, both of us still seated on the couch. “That’s what best friends are for!” Kurt really was the best friend Blaine could have asked for. “Kurt, there’s one more thing.” He looked at me, his eyes caring and concerned. “You know I’ll help you with anything you need to do!” I looked down at my hands while I talked. “My dad said that I had to be completely gone before he got home tonight. I was wondering if you could come with me, you know, to help me get things together?” I knew Kurt would help me with anything I had asked. “Of course,” he answered confidently. “We can go right from school!” I smiled genuinely at Kurt because he always knew exactly how to make me feel better. He quickly checked his phone.

“Speaking of school, we better leave unless you like spending your Saturday’s in detention!” Kurt and I hopped up off the couch and grabbed our bags from the door. I was happy that after all of this, I still had Kurt to look to. One day, I’ll find a way to repay him for all that he has done for me. But I didn’t know that day would be very soon.