June is Pride month and though Pride should be a month-long celebration of your true identity, it can also be very difficult for many in the LGBTQ community, especially those who suffer from a lack of acceptance from their family members.
Thank goodness, that isn't something Lexie Nobrega has to worry about.
On her way to D.C.'s Capital Pride Parade, the young Alexandra, Virginia resident tweeted about her grandma taking time out to iron her bisexual flag, a super heartwarming gesture of love.
I got up this morning to get ready for #DCPride. My grandma walked into my room, looked at my bi flag, and said, “Oh, this needs to be pressed out!” Such a simple gesture, but it holds so much love and meaning for me. pic.twitter.com/stiD3vg5vs— Lexie ???????????? (@lexie_galaxie) June 9, 2018
It took me years to come out to her out of fear that she would see me differently, but nothing changed. She said, “Okay, that’s fine.” She taught me to love and accept all people, and she has always been supportive of me.— Lexie ???????????? (@lexie_galaxie) June 9, 2018
Lexie recently shared her coming-out story with CNN.
"I didn't know what they would think of me, but nothing changed," she said. Instead, her grandparents simply hugged her and told her they loved her. Lexie said her grandparents have always been willing to accept people as they are.
Lexie hopes more people will follow her grandma's lead.
"Be respectful … support large and local LGBT organizations, volunteer, donate to shelters," she said. "Be supportive of your friends who are LGBT. Let them know that they're loved."
WOW this is blowing up so here’s another picture of my grandma because I want the world to see how beautiful she is! Show her some love! Happy pride y’all ???????????? pic.twitter.com/PytLQtipoo— Lexie ???????????? (@lexie_galaxie) June 9, 2018
This is love. Shout-out to grandma!
