Taking a Stand

If you were taught that something was bad, Sinful and evil and terribly mad; And then found out that that’s what you were - How would you feel, if that did occur? If you were taught that a lifestyle was wrong, And people who lived it weren’t morally strong; And then realized it was what you preferred - How would you cope, if that did occur? Sexual preferences are programmed inside; It is nature, not nurture - and nothing to hide. It’s been that way for millions of years, Though repressed by many through intimidation and fear. If you are homophobic, I just wish to say There are some in your circles who are unknowingly gay They just won’t admit it, because of the way you’ll react But they are who they are – and you won’t change that fact It could be your son or your brother; a friend or a boss But they know if you knew, your respect would be lost They don’t fit your stereotype so you never will know And due to your ignorance and hatred they’ll never tell you so Wouldn’t it be great if each of us could set an example And this fear of homosexuality we could stomp on and trample I, myself, am not a homosexual man But for my brethren who are – I will take a stand