help pls

[bwilcox]

Forget being biased against homosexuality, I see A LOT of posters who are biased against the OP's beliefs. There are many people in this country who are against homosexuality for religious reasons. I'm not saying I agree with it, just that it's a fact. If the OP wants some information about whether or not she would be exposing her children to something against her beliefs by going on that week, it is a valid question for her to ask. While it is true that homosexual people are a part of everyday life and at WDW everyday, there IS a difference in going that week when homosexuality is celebrated en masse.
To the OP: I went that week this past year and didn't see anything I wouldn't want to discuss with my kids yet. I found the red shirt wearers to be very friendly and fun to talk to in lines.

 

[PixieDust32]

 

[PixieDust32]

double post, sorry

 

[DisneyBrideToni]

Jersey Week, Pop Warner, cheerleaders, when the Brazilian tour groups are in town -- what's the difference? Maybe the OP was more concerned about crowd level than anything else. I have yet to see people getting flamed because they don't want The Sopranos at the park they same time they're going.

And a drag queen parade at Disney could only be amusing...

Erin

If OP wanted to know about crowds they could have simply said "How are the crowds during gay days"? I didn't see any mention of crowds in the original post. I took the question as "Am I going to see a bunch of gay people kissing or performing some other public displays of affection".

 

[Dad_Z]

OP, I'd say you probably have your answer - with just a little planning you can basically avoid seeing much evidence of gay days if that is your preference. And with no planning you still would barely notice that it is gay days during your visit.

I wouldn't take offense to some of the somewhat aggressive responses. You have just as much right to ask your questions as they do to answer in the way that they did. Everyone is entitled to his/her own opinions.

Have fun!

 

[babybaja2]

If OP wanted to know about crowds they could have simply said "How are the crowds during gay days"? I didn't see any mention of crowds in the original post. I took the question as "Am I going to see a bunch of gay people kissing or performing some other public displays of affection".

Perhaps the OP could/should have worded the question better, but we can't all be shakespear.. but I didn't see memtion of kissing or PDA in her post.. nice of you to assume that is what she meant...

I've had friends that were gay since my DD was 2, and while gay people don't bother me, it wasn't until my DD reached a certain age that I felt comfy discussing it with her (about the same time that we had the bird/bee talk) Maybe the OP just isn't ready for that subject around her kids....

 

[luvmickey5374]

I guess I just don't understand why everyone who posts these supposed "non judgemental" questions makes it seem as if there are going to be lewd acts going on! Why does gay mean vulgar to some people?? They are people that just happen to love someone of the same sex, not evil sexual predators. I agree with some previous posters, if you don't feel comfortable, don't go. I also agree that we should teach our children diversity and acceptance I hope you enjoy your trip however you decide to plan it

 

[MariDisney]

Perhaps the OP could/should have worded the question better, but we can't all be shakespear.. but I didn't see memtion of kissing or PDA in her post.. nice of you to assume that is what she meant...

I've had friends that were gay since my DD was 2, and while gay people don't bother me, it wasn't until my DD reached a certain age that I felt comfy discussing it with her (about the same time that we had the bird/bee talk) Maybe the OP just isn't ready for that subject around her kids....

Nor can we all spell Shakespeare! (sorry, I just couldn't resist)

When the OP said something like "I just don't want to see that all over the place" (sorry, I should have quoted) I get the sense that she/he doesn't want to see PDAs from folks there for gay days.

You know what you'll see when you go that weekend? You'll see a lot of families of all sorts of backgrounds having a wonderful time with the Mouse. I know, because I went on my honeymoon during gay days. I even wore red. It took me awhile to figure out why SO MANY people had on red.

 

[dapoteete]

I guess I just don't understand why everyone who posts these supposed "non judgemental" questions makes it seem as if there are going to be lewd acts going on! Why does gay mean vulgar to some people?? They are people that just happen to love someone of the same sex, not evil sexual predators. I agree with some previous posters, if you don't feel comfortable, don't go. I also agree that we should teach our children diversity and acceptance I hope you enjoy your trip however you decide to plan it

Nicely put

 

[declansdad]

If they annoy you, don't post a reply. Just move on.

As a non-prejudiced, non-homophobe, Caucasian heterosexual woman, even I can understand the question. I don't feel it is necessary at Disney or anywhere else to celebrate ones sexuality or race. We don't have heterosexual days at Disney or anywhere else.

Why can’t we just celebrate the magic of Disney.

From my understanding, Disney isn't celebrating Gay Days. It is a group of individuals the have decided they should all meet at WDW. Maybe they should just call it a Grand Gathering.

OP, I would stay away from POTC if I were you. Those pirates ships are usually men only you know. They spend an awful lot of time together at sea, you never know what you may see.

 

[DisneyBrideToni]

Nor can we all spell Shakespeare! (sorry, I just couldn't resist)

When the OP said something like "I just don't want to see that all over the place" (sorry, I should have quoted) I get the sense that she/he doesn't want to see PDAs from folks there for gay days.

You know what you'll see when you go that weekend? You'll see a lot of families of all sorts of backgrounds having a wonderful time with the Mouse. I know, because I went on my honeymoon during gay days. I even wore red. It took me awhile to figure out why SO MANY people had on red.

Exactly!

 

[TunaSled]

I started an almost identical thread about my trip crossing into Pop Warner. I sure didn't get flamed for being afraid of/biased against cheerleaders or football players. Some of you really need to take a breath. OP, I read no homophobic underlay to your post whatsoever. Just asking for information about an event that takes partial place when you'll be there.

The OP specifically stated that they were not judging and asked not to be judged due to the obviously touchy nature of the question. Too bad we can't honor that, just one time around here.

 

[dalt01]

Yes. Watch out for the evil gays!

Threads like this annoy me. Going to Disney is no different during Gay days than any other day. You will survive. I promise.

yeah, cause the gays will take over disneyworld and run amock (sarcasm for you who don't get it)

It's just a normal day, its during Spring/Summer so there will be a bit of a crowd no matter what.


Nice rainbow ticker.

You say that you're not being judgmental, but you sure come across as being just that. I can't imagine, and I really don't want to, what you think goes on at the parks that week. Gay people DO have families too, ya know? Sheesh.

so basically what you are saying is, " i'm not passing judgement, i just don't want to see any of them" spare me. if you are so small minded that you are afraid that seeing some gay people might ruin your vacation, maybe you should just stay in your house. they could be anywhere and might ruin your day.

JEEZ the OP asked an innocent question. all this sarcasm, some even admitting it by using the word sarcasm........... nice........ and i get warnings and points for complaining about people who buy extra buns to split double cheeseburgers.

 

[declansdad]

I started an almost identical thread about my trip crossing into Pop Warner. I sure didn't get flamed for being afraid of/biased against cheerleaders or football players. Some of you really need to take a breath. OP, I read no homophobic underlay to your post whatsoever. Just asking for information about an event that takes partial place when you'll be there.

The OP specifically stated that they were not judging and asked not to be judged due to the obviously touchy nature of the question. Too bad we can't honor that, just one time around here.

This sure sounds judgmental to me!

just not that into seeing this all over.

 

[TunaSled]

This sure sounds judgmental to me!

And I wasn't into seeing cheering girls in queue at the parks. Big deal. The OP could have worded the question more tactfully, we can at least agree there. But it still does not warrant some of the responses here.

I live and work downtown in a large city. I'm exposed (and for the most part tolerant of) almost everything. Others who are not get to see television portrayals of gay people in bars, behaving lewdly, etc. It is perfectly fair to ask if gay days are a family friendly environment. This is an opportunity to let someone know that not all gay folks are the Village People or Andy Dick.

In short, do not change your dates. You'll be fine.

 

[dalt01]

This sure sounds judgmental to me!

maybe it is just the truth.

 

[PghLybrt]

If we bother you I say don't go, ever. We are there everyday!

 

[declansdad]

maybe it is just the truth.

I agree, it's judgmental.

Maybe she should have worded it to see if there were any changes that occur in the parks over these days, or asked about the crowd level. To say "just don't want see that all over the place" implies that she will see a gay orgy taking place on Main Street USA.

I would be willing to guess that she would see plenty of gay people everyday at the parks.

 

[TunaSled]

If we bother you I say don't go, ever. We are there everyday!

Then there's this extreme.

the OP does not know if they'll be bothered. That's why the thread exists. Wouldn't you rather educate than discourage? I'm betting OP will not be bothered.

 

[ILoveDisney-Angie]

DH and I usually go to Disney during Gay Days. The first year we went to WDW I noticed that everyone was wearing red. We had no idea what was going on until I saw a couple of guys with writing on their shirts "Pitcher", "Catcher", "Fruitcake", "Gay Days 2002". Now I have NO problem whatsoever with anyone's sexual orientations. Some of my friends are gay and I find that "MOST" of the people that are at Gay Days are nicer than most of the straight people visiting at WDW.

I can only speculate what the OP was thinking when starting this thread. It is a difficult topic (I think) for families with small children. In my case, I don't have any but some of the things I have seen during Gay Days would be hard to explain to a small child.

For instance, two guys making out right in front of the castle during the fireworks. I don't like PDA's in general but to have a small child witness that and not understand is something I have a problem with. Save it for the room, ya know? And those shirts, I wouldn't know how to explain that one away other than baseball, right?

Other than a few instances like that, I have had some of my best trips during that time. Whatever you decide to do, I hope you have a great time!

If you feel this may be hard to explain to your kids (if they are really young) then just avoid the parks on the days they will be there.

I can tell you though, I have met some of the most wonderful people during that time (on the bus rides and in lines).