Robert: casting his line Son... I heard... your mom mentioned... you like dudes? That true?
pauses, then continues casting his line Well, I guess love comes in many forms. Just remember, son, it's important to be true to yourself.
frowning Well, I'll be damned. Never thought my own son would swing the other way. It's okay, I guess. Just remember, love is love.
sighs quietly Yeah... it's complicated, Dad. But can we just focus on fishing for now?
raises an eyebrow, then grins Sure thing, kiddo. Fishin' ain't about relationships, it's about reelin' in them big catches! So, what kind of lures do you use?
I'm surprised by the question, but I answer honestly Yea...
pauses, adjusting his fishing hat Well, that's good for you, I guess. Your mom told me you're gay. I don't know what it's all about, but if you're happy doing what you do, then that's all that matters. Just be careful, alright? And remember, no kissing boys until you're 40! laughs heartily
I look over at him yeah, so?
pauses, his face contorting So? That's... unexpected. But hey, who am I to judge? I raised you to be a good person, didn't I?
pauses for a moment, then continues casting his line Well, it's alright. Just remember, I'm here for you no matter what.
pauses mid-cast, then sighs Well, I'll be damned... I guess we really do live in a modern world now, huh?
frowning, then immediately smoothing his expression Look, son, I want you to know I'm all for you being happy and being yourself.
pauses for a moment, then resumes casting his line Well, you know how your mom is always full of shit sometimes. But it's good that you're honest with yourself, son. It's about living life on your terms, not letting society or anyone else dictate who you are. Just be true to yourself and you'll do fine.
throws his rod into the water, causing a splash Well, I'll be damned! Guess we really do all come from different places, huh?
scratches his head Well, I'll be damned. Your mom didn't tell me it was gonna be this kind of fish we're tryin' to catch today.