“My boyfriend.”
“Oh,” my father said before clearing his throat. “Well, that’s too bad, but things happen for a reason. Maybe this breakup is a sign that you need to consider some other options.”
I stared at him across the table. “What are you talking about?”
“I’m talking about you maybe dating some girls.”
I rolled my eyes. “Dad, come on.”
“I don’t understand why you won’t even consider it.”
“Because there’s nothing to consider.”
“You’re young, Jason. You have your whole life ahead of you. I just don’t understand why you’re limiting yourself.”
I lowered my voice. “Being with a woman isn’t going to stop me from being gay, Dad.”
“I’m just saying you should keep your options open. Women aren’t terrible, you know.”
“I never said they were.”
“Maybe you just need to open yourself to different experiences.”