“Unfortunately, in some parts of the country, some kids are taught at an early age that being different is somehow bad or wrong or worthy of ridicule.”

“Unfortunately, in some parts of the country, some kids are taught at an early age that being different is somehow bad or wrong or worthy of ridicule.”

“There's a security, a validity of knowing that it's legal. It's hard to put into words. It's just a feeling, I guess - something about saying vows in front of the people around you who love and support you.”

“I'm so thankful to have been born in the times that we live in.”

“I feel very, very thankful to have the family that I do.”

“Unfortunately, in some parts of the country, some kids are taught at an early age that being different is somehow bad or wrong or worthy of ridicule.”

“Everybody thinks that equality comes from identifying people, and that's not where equality comes from.”

“I got a .30-30 for Christmas in the seventh grade. It wasn't what I asked for, by the way.”

“It's all about communication and a dialogue between individuals - get rid of the labels, get rid of the shame, get rid of the stigmas and just be your most authentic self.”