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Reallyti · 28/12/2025 19:55

I write a long post but I lost it so will be brief.

DS is 23 and an only child. He and DS dont have the best relationship. As a teen he really struggled mentally. It took a hit when at 17 he started uni, he attempted suicide and thankfully his friend was there, he then dropped out which DH wasn't happy about. He always made little comments over the years and does about other things too.

Fast forward to last summer, he moved a few hours away and got a flat with the friend from above after visiting him a few times a month. I always suspected this was more than a friend but I obviously never said anything. He's never came out as gay either or anything like that.

Last year, DS came home for Christmas on his own but this year he let us know he was going to stay in with his friend and spend it just the 2 of them. This confirmed it more that they're more than friends again I have non-issue except DH did as the friend comes from a Muslim family though I don't know how much he's practicing. But DH made ridiculous comments about how the friend was stopping DS from celebrating Christmas etc.

Myself and DH travelled yesterday to stay with them as planned for DS’s birthday today. It our first time visiting their place as usually ds comes to us. They have a 2 bed flat and dh was already making things weird by asking ds where he was going to sleep if we had the other room. And by laughing at a gift that the friend had bought him branding it childish, it was a soft toy which the friend said reminded him of DS and it was the only gift ds showed us so he was clearly happy with it

Later that evening ds had a migraine and vomited a few times and went to bed leaving the friend with us, dh already had said that DS was being “dramatic” and was just hungover but he then was quizzing the friend on how fine his parents are if he's gay and other invasive questions. He was clearly uncomfortable and tried to avoid most of them, and made an excuse that he was going to check if ds needed anything which dh also mocked by saying he's a grown man he can get things himself.

Fast forward to today, DS’s birthday but he still wasn't feeling well so his friend went to the shops, while he was gone DS told us/dh to stop asking questions that is none of his business (about the family etc). Which caused an argument and ds admitted that yes he's gay and they're in a relationship but he didn't see why he had to tell us as it's not a big deal, DH then basically told him he didn't approve of him and said he wouldn't care if it was anyone else but “him”, DS then said they've been in a relationship the whole time so his opinions weren't important and said the bf is the only one who's properly been there for him and he was so unhappy and hated himself for being gay but now he's finally happy with his bf (we knew none of this).

By this point ds was crying and his bf got back, he asked ds what the matter was and ds said him meaning dh. The bf then told us it's best if we go so we did and now we're in a hotel. I'm furious with dh, he's furious with the bf and says he's turning ds against us because ds would never have spoken to him like that before and said he doesn't approve the bf because he's “weird”

Ds is also ignoring my messages. I dont know how to go from here.

OP posts:
Beesandhoney123 · 28/12/2025 20:54

I would book another room or quite simply catch a train home leaving your dh.

Before you go, write a short letter to your son and his partner, telling your son how much you love him, support them both, etc. Do not make any excuses for your dh. Say you disagree with dh, and would like to visit or see them but without your dh. Drop the letter off.

Its clear you have spent years going along with your dh. Now is the time to go home, and make plans to leave. First step is to open a bank account for you only if you don't have one so you can support your son, treat him etc without interference.

Probably stress related migraine re your ds. Your dh should keep away and his awful opinions to himself. Get away from him, because your ds can't be expected to see him again.

Traballi · 28/12/2025 20:54

Your DH is awful. I'd leave him after what you've just described

Cece92 · 28/12/2025 20:54

I’m sorry this happened OP. You side with your son he is your son and he needs to know you have his back and love him. If your husband doesn’t approve this a him issue nobody else. Z

Zanatdy · 28/12/2025 20:55

Your DH is a complete and utter moron.

mindutopia · 28/12/2025 20:55

Your ds is lucky to have someone in his corner who cares so much about him and has stood up to both of you to protect him.

shhblackbag · 28/12/2025 20:56

What should you do? You should be happy your son has someone who loves him enough to speak up for him. And then you should follow the boyfriend's example and protect your son.

Your husband is a twat, at best.

Cotton55 · 28/12/2025 20:56

BoarBrush · 28/12/2025 20:12

Did you just sit there while your husband went on and on and on?

I was just about to ask this. Did you intervene at all??

chunkyBoo · 28/12/2025 20:56

Your husband is a huge problem … your son is being himself. Support your DS

cheeseandbranston · 28/12/2025 20:57

Scarydinosaurs · 28/12/2025 20:03

You don’t have to sit and passively watch this play out.

You tell your son you love him, you’re proud of him, and happy he has picked such a great man to be his partner.

Your husband sounds awful. Do you want to be with him? How much easier would your life be without him?

This

CowelNeck · 28/12/2025 20:57

Very brave of your son to eventually confirm he is gay especially as he has a bully for a father.

Hopefully he will go from strength to strength as he makes his way in life away from the judgement of his father.

He will become stronger.

SpiritedFlame · 28/12/2025 20:57

I know it's not as simple always as "just leave" but honestly please do get rid of H ASAP. He sounds awful.

I'm glad you reached out here and I hope with time your DS and his partner will see how you are genuinely on their side and standing by them, not idiot husband.

PollyBell · 28/12/2025 20:57

So another putting a man before their children, your dh will treat people the way he chooses why accept that then complain about it afterwards? You know you married or was it a case of as he is obnoxious of other people you can pretend to ignore it?

Tinsles · 28/12/2025 20:57

Are you serious OP?
Your poor son.
Your husband ia a racist, homophobic ignorant pig.
How dare he quizz your sons boyfriend.
Who on earth does he think he is.

And you stood there and tolerated this?
Unbelievable.
Your son is right if he blocks the two of you.

His boyfriend potentially saved your sons life and your atsehole husband thinks he gets to speak to him like that?
Unbelievable.

Fargo79 · 28/12/2025 20:58

Your husband is on the brink of being estranged from his son, if he's not already. You must choose if you will be estranged from your son also.

I can tell you what I'd be doing. I'd tell H that without an instant 180 degree change in attitude, accompanied by profuse apologies to his child and DS's boyfriend and extensive efforts to build bridges, our marriage is over. While he spent a few hours mulling that over, I'd go by myself to see DS and BF and if they were gracious enough to let me in then I'd apologise and express my deep regret that I didn't forcefully stand up for them in the moment against H, but that I want desperately to make it right and to support their relationship going forward. I'd ask them how I can make amends and then do whatever they need.

ILoveLaLaLand · 28/12/2025 20:58

Take a taxi to your son's and let him know you love him and are happy he and his boyfriend have one another.

It sounds like your husband needs more time to come to terms with his son being gay. A lot of men do - we live in a very homophobic world despite what people say in public.

nadine90 · 28/12/2025 20:59

I couldn’t be with a man like that regardless of my children’s sexuality. You surely knew this about DH and that this could one day transpire? You have to put your son first and leave this horrible man, he’s done enough damage already.

viques · 28/12/2025 20:59

I wonder why your DH is so anti gay that he is willing to destroy the relationship he has with his son.

cheeseandbranston · 28/12/2025 20:59

Beesandhoney123 · 28/12/2025 20:54

I would book another room or quite simply catch a train home leaving your dh.

Before you go, write a short letter to your son and his partner, telling your son how much you love him, support them both, etc. Do not make any excuses for your dh. Say you disagree with dh, and would like to visit or see them but without your dh. Drop the letter off.

Its clear you have spent years going along with your dh. Now is the time to go home, and make plans to leave. First step is to open a bank account for you only if you don't have one so you can support your son, treat him etc without interference.

Probably stress related migraine re your ds. Your dh should keep away and his awful opinions to himself. Get away from him, because your ds can't be expected to see him again.

And also most of this. I would leave- you don’t have to. It’s your life. But if you want a relationship with your son you need to side with him now, tell him how proud of him you are for sticking up for himself against your bigoted petty and controlling husband, and only see him on your own going forward.
and move fast. You could lose your relationship with him over this.

hardhatson · 28/12/2025 20:59

I think you’re being naive and like you aren’t aware of what is at risk here.

Your son said he attempted suicide over this behaviour, you said he felt suicidal in reference to his sexuality/his identity. Then his boyfriend made him feel accepted and like he has something to live for. That’s huge. Not even you/your husband was there for your son in that way, the friend saved his life. Yet your husband looks back at that time fondly - because your son wouldn’t dare speak back at your husband back then? Well obviously, he didn’t want to live life? I’d say it was more your son was intimidated by his dad but likely felt the same back then as he does now…he was just afraid to say it.

and now your son has finally come out to you both, your husband behaved poorly, berated them both, insulted the man who saved your son’s life? So basically proving why your son was hesitant to share his sexuality and why he was suicidal before?

cause I’m thinking you need to choose between them and support your son, or else you’ll lose your son.

ArkaParka · 28/12/2025 21:00

Has your DH always been a homophobic/islamaphobic menace? Your son hid his sexuality from you, his parents, for fear of rejection. Your husband proved him right and, from what you’ve said, openly revelled in the idea that your son’s partner may have been rejected by his own family because of their faith. Your son and his partner deserve an unequivocal apology and should be left in no doubt that you reject your husband’s revolting behaviour.

RightSheSaid · 28/12/2025 21:01

Tell your son that you love him. Tell him that you are happy that he is happy. That you will love him and support him always. That you are always on his side.

Tell your H that if he continues you will leave him. You will chose a relationship with your son over a relationship with him every tie. You will not tolerate him alienating your son or making comments about his partner. Mean it and stick to it.

Your H is a bigot.

Your son is old enough to make his own decisions. I expect that he moved far away so he wasn't near your H. It's sad that they allowed you in their home and the chance to build bridges was ruined by you H and his gob

Bloozie · 28/12/2025 21:02

Please make sure your son knows that you love him and support him and are proud of him, and that you do not agree with his father.

What you do with your husband is a separate issue. I would be so drawn to defend my son that I think it would mean the end of our marriage if my husband didn’t shift his position.

pteromum · 28/12/2025 21:02

ILoveLaLaLand · 28/12/2025 20:58

Take a taxi to your son's and let him know you love him and are happy he and his boyfriend have one another.

It sounds like your husband needs more time to come to terms with his son being gay. A lot of men do - we live in a very homophobic world despite what people say in public.

no. Take. Taxi to your sons, tell him you are happy and

hold them both and leave your husband.

The comments and behaviour towards his own son are not ok.

look after the three of you. From now

wanttokickoffbutcant · 28/12/2025 21:02

I would go back to your son now and tell him you are his mum and you love him. Reassess your relationship with your H tomorrow as I could not be with a racist homophobic man - not just about my child but his wider world view. I feel sorry for you that this has blown up but this also surely can't be new information about your H to you? This doesn't come out of nowhere so you must have known his views? My DH has some views I find distasteful but I know about them and none as offensive as this.

BunsBoots · 28/12/2025 21:04

Poodlelove · 28/12/2025 20:53

I would go to your son and partner and leave your husband in the hotel by himself.
You need to show your support to your son.

This.

Apologise to them both, tell them you love them and support them.

And LTB when you get home.

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