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Texan Kids Make Fun Of Their White Christian Moms
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Texan Kids Make Fun Of Their White Christian Moms

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Of all the states in the USA, Texas stakes a claim for having the strongest identity. Conservative, tough, gun-loving and God-fearing, you pretty much know what to expect when a Texan walks into the room. But times they are-a-changin’ and a new, young, vibrant Texas is emerging in metropolises across the state, leading to a generational divide that throws up some interesting contrasts.

Take this wholesome story of newfound friendship for example. Tumblr user Nicholas, who goes under the username indiedrone, uploaded a pic of himself gently mocking his mom for her ‘crucifix cluster,’ apparently a fairly common sight in Texan homes where one symbol portraying a mans’ horrific death is never enough.

Nicholas’ post quickly got plenty of attention, as other Texan kids could relate. Fellow Tumblr user fullblownpanic joined in by sharing her own mom’s cross conglomeration, cheekily pulling the same pose.

Someone quipped that the pair would make a good couple, having experienced the same ‘crazy crucifix mom’ upbringing. However, it turns out that they have more in common than anyone could’ve imagined, despite coupling being out of the question.

A happy ending indeed! But what about mom? What does she think about all this? “Mom knows all about it, my relationship with her is really good,” Nicholas told Bored Panda. “We joke around and tease each other all the time!”

“She accepts me for who I am and we actually grew closer after I came out.”

Nicholas, who says he was thrilled to meet up with his new friend Gaby at Houston Pride, believes that the old stereotypes about Texas are a thing of the past, in the cities anyway. ” I would say they are more for rural places in Texas,” he told us. “Major cities like Houston, DFW, Austin, and San Antonio are very tolerant and accepting. In fact, the previous mayor of Houston was a lesbian and she was very open about it.”

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The state motto of Texas is simply ‘Friendship,’ and this story is a perfect example of the welcoming, warm-hearted and friendly people you are bound to meet in this wonderful state!

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Mindaugas Balčiauskas

Mindaugas Balčiauskas

Author, BoredPanda staff

I'm a visual editor at Bored Panda. I kickstart my day with a mug of coffee bigger than my head, ready to tackle Photoshop. I navigate through the digital jungle with finesse, fueled by bamboo breaks and caffeine kicks. When the workday winds down, you might catch me devouring bamboo snacks while binging on the latest TV show, gaming or I could be out in nature, soaking up the tranquility and communing with my inner panda.

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Ashley Fernandes
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's got nothing on Italian/Spanish/Portuguese/Mexican/Latin American Grandmothers. Needs more candles, specifically more jesus/mary/saints candles, a few rosary's and an acutal framed picture of Jesus.

Elizabeth
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I've known a lot of Christians from those backgrounds... they put these 2 to serious shame. Real shrines complete with crosses, a Virgin Mary statue, holy water. They go all out, you are absolutely right!

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Jace
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5 years ago

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Twilight is a better love story than 50 Shades...

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Jon Parker
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Maybe Texas has a vampire problem and these moms are just very prepared.

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Ashley Fernandes
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's got nothing on Italian/Spanish/Portuguese/Mexican/Latin American Grandmothers. Needs more candles, specifically more jesus/mary/saints candles, a few rosary's and an acutal framed picture of Jesus.

Elizabeth
Community Member
5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I've known a lot of Christians from those backgrounds... they put these 2 to serious shame. Real shrines complete with crosses, a Virgin Mary statue, holy water. They go all out, you are absolutely right!

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Jace
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5 years ago

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Twilight is a better love story than 50 Shades...

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Jon Parker
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Maybe Texas has a vampire problem and these moms are just very prepared.

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