Grandma 1 & 2

Even in the arms of her groom

Her eyes rested on the most attractive woman in the room

You see, conformity forced her to be the same

To live up to her name

Society said that success for a woman

Was determined by a ring & children

So she listened

She ignored the innate instinct within

She said “I do,” three times, had two kids

Of course, living a lie

She was never truly satisfied

Used, abused

She was losing herself

One day, she gathered up enough strength to walk away

She knew she couldn’t hide her true self anymore

So she decided to see what she was all about

Came out

& welcomed what the future had in store

Always working so damn hard just to blend in

She went on vacation

That was when they met

A remarkable relationship ensued as a result of that cruise

Her happiness began when she accepted her sexuality

Her happiness began when she met Patsy

* * * * * * *

I was seven when I realized my grandma was a lesbian

That friendly woman who was always with her

Was more than just a friend

Some wanted our bond to end

Wanted to keep me away because they were gay

“He doesn’t need to be in that environment”

“It’ll poison his mind, their life is a sin”

What toxic logic, to discriminate because of a harmless difference

Ironic how religion preaches love, but breeds hate

Thankfully my mom knew better than to let me grow up without them

Grandma Sue taught me to always look within

She’s wise, yet has the personality of a rebel

By watching her I learned how to listen

Her love for others, simply admirable

Patsy showed me the importance of curiosity

I sure discovered a lot on those treasure hunt walks

I called the things we found "clues"

I still do

Her dedication will always be an inspiration to me

There will always be opposition in regard to this predisposition

But, popular opinion is finally catching up with morality

At least in this sense

I mean, it only makes sense

To let people be who they were meant to be

& to let them legally love

whoever they want to be with forever

* * * * * * *

Earlier today, I heard her say

“You’ve always been my Cubman

Now I want you to be my ring bearer”

20 years after their serendipitous beginning

There will be a wedding

They’re still deciding on a date, but I couldn't wait

I had to write about it

Despite all that has tried to convince them otherwise

Their love has thrived

Grandma Sue, Patsy

Grandma 1, Grandma 2

I am so, so proud of you