"Deep down, my mom had long suspected I was gay... Much of her anger and hurt came from her sense of betrayal that she was the last to be told"

This quote by Chastity Bono speaks with the problem of coming out as a member of the LGBTQ+ community. It suggests that despite the fact that her mom had actually long believed that Chastity was gay, she was still injured and angry when Chastity lastly informed her. This speaks to the value of communication and sincerity in relationships, and how difficult it can be to come out to relative. It also speaks to the fear and stress and anxiety that many LGBTQ+ individuals feel when coming out, as they may fear rejection or judgement from their liked ones. This quote is a pointer that coming out is a hard procedure, which it is very important to be honest and open with those we like.