Just when everything was starting to go well, a problem arises. As many of you know I am working as a routing manager for a local exterminating company. I decide to go into this job without discussing my personal life to anyone. So far it has worked out well. I am getting the hang of the job, and starting to settle in to the position. Then today happened. A couple of exterminating techs were talking about going to a house owned by two "fags", one of the techs said " If one of those sissy faggots come near me, I'll pop em". Now I am not sensitive when it comes to gay jokes or even stereotyping. It is fine as long as they is made in fun or non-threatening meaning. This was not said in fun, he meant it. So I am going to speak with the owner tomorrow morning about it. I don't want to get anyone in trouble, in fact, I am not going to say who the tech was who said it. I want to know that he condones this and that he will make sure I am comfortable and safe at work. Like I said, I am not telling anyone about my personal life. All they know is that I have 2 dogs and 2 roommates. I hope I am doing the right thing. I just can't work fora company that tolerates this type of behavior. They have a very strict sexual harrassment policy, so I am hopeful that it includes sexual orientation. If not, I guess I'll be looking for a new job again. Let's hope it doesn't come to that.
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I am so sorry it has to come to that. I can understand why you would feel uncomfortable/threatened in that situation. Coming out at work has to be a tough decision because once you say something to the owner, everyone is going to eventually know. Not that you need to keep it hidden. If you need to talk to vent about it, know that my phone is always on. You can even txt me, GOD knows I don't have anyone to talk to at my job, so txting keeps me busy during breaks. Take care, and know that "Gay" is not "a problem."
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