It was difficult being a teacher and out of the closet in the 50s. By the time I retired, the English department was proud of having a gay poet of a certain minor fame. It was a very satisfactory change! – Thom Gunn
When youre a kid growing up, and you think youre gay, you know that youre different youre often teased and it can really destroy your self-esteem. But sports can be great for building self-esteem. – Greg Louganis