I may not be gay, but I have a son who is and I love him so much it hurts. The children stayed with their mother in Pittsburgh. My husband and I had to grapple with our son's new reality when he came out, but never in our wildest dreams would we have thrown him out to fend for himself. They lived in a foster building with about 30 children. I have a dog.He is a very small dog.But when I take him for walk and he is on his leash and see's another dog he barks, growls and tried to get at it to apparently tear it's throat out.He is afraid.Afraid of the unknown and unfamiliar.I carefully introduce him to the new dog. The 'odd' text prompted Madelyn's family to call the cops, sparking an investigation Credit: Facebook/Jonathan Allen. Whether this god exists or not. His career stats show that Allen has a promising future. ", "2017 NFL Draft rankings: Top prospects by position", "Top 32 Prospects for the 2017 NFL Draft", "Jonathan Allen Draft and Combine Prospect Profile", "2017 Draft Scout Jonathan Allen, Alabama NFL Draft Scout College Football Profile", "Alabama NFL roundup: Jonathan Allen records first sacks of career", "Jonathan Allen Diagnosed with Lisfranc Injury, Could Miss 3-4 Weeks", "Redskins Place Jonathan Allen On Injured Reserve, Sign A.J. Homosexuals are no different in that regard than heterosexuals. I'll be working with The Trevor Project soon, and I'm launching an organization called The Personal Stories Project, which I'm very excited about. I'm in no way saying I was the perfect child. Moreover, Hannah is also an athlete who has completed many half marathons, including the Hotlanta Half Marathon. The in-state Hokies previously signed productive players from Stone Bridge, which is one of the top teams in Virginia and has a 175-30 record since 2002. Likewise, he earned a spot as the Gatorade Football Player of the Year during his senior year. I understand regrets in pare bring as i have many! 2004-2023 CBS Interactive. Jonathan Allen is 6-3 (190 cm) tall. Isn't it good that, as God's adopted children, he hasn't inflicted the same judgment upon you that you inflicted upon your son? Believe me this is just the beginning of his career and I wish him luck in the competition. I'm 37, I'm gay, and I NEVER had to face homophobia. Try it, as any straight people, all those things will come first in their mind ! Allen stressed that he never thought of his childhood as being too difficult. As a parent that spoke too hastily and now have daughters that won't have contact with meI can't find the words to express my regrets. The most common one used is the KING JAMES version. These being two "Christians". though my sister is one of the most awful people i know and appalling things she has called her own children! "He did like you've probably seen a thousand times with Alabama -- the slap, the swim and he probably moved me three feet," West said. Texas A&M's running back tried to cut him on the game's first play, so Allen knew he would launch when the back went low. Before you jump on the bashing bandwagon you need to make sure you know what you are talking about. Allen was projected to be one of the top five picks in the NFL draft when he came off his college at Alabama. i read every comment and i have to say i believe him. It's been a few months since I've been kicked out and I can honestly say, that I spend the majority of my time crying. Your genes as parents are responsible for whatever the outcome, you made him the way he is, he certainly didn't turn gay drinking contaminated water. The article will also highlight the recent brawl between Allen and Payne. I am proof they do, and beyond that avoid, re-direct and obfuscate the facts to hide their shame over actions taken in the name of God.Just so you know, this is more common than you think. "Every one kind of stops there if they haven't seen it before and know Jon went here," said Ben West, Allen's high school basketball coach. He is claiming that these are his personal experiences, which he would naturally have first-hand knowledge about. You say: "So, if Jonathan Allen did stole things from his parents he might be a bad person either he's gay or not. Jonathan Allen was a beast on the hardwood, too. I could blow my knee out -- knock on wood -- and never play another down of football. Jonathan Allen(Source: Wikimedia Commons). Never mind that Allen had never lined up in a three-point stance in his life. Richard III said he would take Jonathan to task for crying in the foster homes, reminding him they still had food, clothes and a house. He's one win away from a second straight national championship. I don't know how to say it any other way but a rage. God says. loves those as you would love yourself. The straight should stop to pay attention to other people orientation. Tensions began on the Washington Football Team after Jonathan Allen broke into a fight with Daron Payne. When they learned Allen needed shoulder surgery to fix a torn labrum, his grade changed to second or third round. And unfortunately as more people become enlightened, even more are becoming deliberately miss informed by anti-gay evangelical organizations who all share the same miss information.Many folks are still afraid to confront these bullies for fear of becoming their targets. Hi Anon,You are right there are always 2 sides to a story. Latest from Jonathan Allen 2d ago news / 2024 Election Biden vs. Trump 2024 would be the rematch. But until these morons have walked in the shoes of people like you and Mark, their criticisms are worthy of nothing but contempt and mockery.I am sorry if my anger offends anyone (well - not really), but I give fair warning at the top of my blog to anyone who visits that I am a seething mama and this is the place in which I vent. [8] As a junior in 2015, Allen started all 14 games for the Crimson Tide, who won the 2016 College Football Playoff National Championship over the Clemson Tigers by a score of 4540. Learn more to find out the 10 Biggest NFL Busts of the Last 10 Years >>. She went to all high school dances with her girlfriend and they lasted 9 years together. They are most likely directing their insecurities towards him in a twisted way, because that is probably all they know how to do. Renee, Hello,My name is Mark Raymond Davis, I am 46 years old and I am here to tell the rest of the story.I have read all the comments concerning Jonathan. I'm proud of you. They need to be defended from the people who would curb their freedom.As form Paedophiles: i beleive they did not chose their form, and though they must be prevented from making victims, cannot be seen as deviants anymore than shoe fetishists or whatever.How we do this is via democratic decision, and a different subject. As of right now, I'm living with my partner (thankfully). Where are the parents coming out to defend themselves if Jonathan is lying? Love for the greatest gift we will ever receive as parents should always be unconditional. Bottom line, I believe homosexuals and heterosexuals are equal in the sight of God and both are bound by the same laws. He didn't bash his parents he said he loved them very much and just wanted them to accept him. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. "No idea where she lives. just to cut off all ties? This is not the place for you.Love you Lori, thank you for coming by and commenting. Hi Luis, I am publishing your comment even though you have said some things with which I vehemently disagree (and a few things with which I agree). Allen is the son of Ira, the name of his mother is unknown. Amen to that Melinda E. and welcome. I am very curiious about the parents as well. Official page of International Performing Artist Jonathan Allen. I grew up knowing Jonathan and his brother Logan and we all went to Lawrence co high and Jonathan deserves all respect as a human being gay or not. And honestly, I would think Jonathan's story would have been checked out before his appearance on the show. What if everyone depends on him to make the goal-line stop and that one play is how he'll be remembered? i gave him money every week to support him and when his parents found out they complained to my parents, my parents turned around and said, "and why are you concerned about this child who was kicked out by his own parents, you!" I was raised Christian, and I am still a practicing Christian today. Well it is that hard to believe that conservative parents do that in America today? Maybe Louis was being sincere, but I will not tolerate the conflation of pedophilia with homosexuality. I too, was forced out of my home at the age of 17 because of my sexual orientation.What gets me the most here is the automatic disbelief that this could happen. Out of my 6 I did however kick one out after she hit me (we don't hit ANYONE in our home). He is also completely estranged from his siblings.There are scars that will never go away. All the families have problems.God allowed them to find a common path. Payne, then, jabbed a finger into the side of Allens head, who was unaware of what was going to happen. Starting as a drummer, because he thought it would annoy his parents the most, he began picking up everything else that interested him. Allen shifted to Pittsburgh when he was less than a year old. He deserves much much better than a couple of stupid peoples. Reporters got their raises & Pulitzers. And still wonder.How does one worship a God that would create the possibility of homosexuality in a small group of people and yet condemn them to an eternity of hell fire if they dare be open and honest about who they are. [15], The Washington Redskins selected Allen in the first round, 17th overall, of the 2017 NFL Draft. He was 5, 6, 7 years old going through this. Teachers? I state very clearly that this is a place where I seethe about things like parents throwing their kids to the street like garbage. Part of HuffPost News. Asked in a Twitter Q&A Wednesday to name three people he'd like to have dinner with, Allen said his grandfather, Hitler and Michael Jackson. Regardless of me being their son or not, I was kicked out of my house. When my father found out after I was an adult, I was disinherited and everything went to my brother. I seethe because there are groups who claim to be "advocates" for the family but who work to do great harm to any family that doesnt fit their narrow template for normal. This is a homecoming for Jon, who won the Dirksen and Hume awards as a reporter for CQ -- the first place he worked in Washington. I was taken aback, too. "You never know when it's going to be your last play. Still, Allen is curious about the mother he hasn't seen since third grade. One may say that they could never do this to a relative but the sad an unfortunate truth is that you do not know until the situation touches you.My parents(since passed)were evangelical Christians. And it's obvious that some people posting here are just plain old homophobic, and are trying to throw anything that will stick to discredit him or defend his parents actions. [36] Due to his own personal experience with the foster care system, Allen chose to work with Sasha Bruce Youthwork, a homeless shelter that focuses on helping young people in the Washington, D.C. area find safe homes.[37][2]. If you loaf or BS on the last play, I assume you'd be pretty pissed off.". After cheers from the audience, he stunned the crowd with an incredible performance, after which his singing . However, he was soon diagnosed with arthritis in one of his shoulders. The type of check they do would not confirm Jonathan's story nor did it confirm another story about a contestant who also lied by the name of Timothy Poe who claimed he was injured in war, and was not.Before you start "seething" about this particular situation you may need to make sure you have FACTS, and not just one side of a story. . I spent the rest of my life coming to terms with the damage done by religious zealots and the parents that follow. In 1907, Josh's great-grandfather immigrated from Sweden to Ellis Island. I find it curious how lost people get on the subject of the Christianity vs homosexuality; and it's on both sides. With a background in engineering and a love for all things active, Sanjib brings a unique perspective to the world of sports writing. Where was Jonathan Allen born? Our job is to love, nurture, and give our children the tools they need to be lovely, contributing members of the world. Likewise, Jonathan even proposed to Hannah 10 days before he was drafted in NFL in April of 2017. I'm sorry, but if ANYONE would try to kiss me if I don't want to, I don't care if it's a girl or a boy, I would push him/her too And don't tell me that it's so rare, how many times will you see gays being VERY (too much) insisting about a guy ? Jonathan's behaviours before the adoptive parents kicked him out may certainly have been less than exemplary, and I won't argue that point. The other boy is also straight but was arrested for oxycontin abuse and theft. For a while, Jonathan's father didn't know how good his son could be in football. Is there any evidence at all that Jonathan spoke 100% truth about what he said? The Post reported that court records show the mother missed all three required appointments for a psychological evaluation. !What I meant was, if they start doing REAL stupid, dumb and irresponsible, naughty things [not average teenage nonsense-like all kids do] I mean acting out in a cry for helpThere is no such thing as a bad child ~ it is bad parenting! A heterosexual who commits fornication has no space to judge a homosexual who does the same. The God I believe in is about love not judgment ! The Lawrenceburgs and Tope as (as in Westboro Baptist Church) of the world have soured me to "the church," or at the VERY least, have only succeeded in making me even more distrustful and even more jaded towards other Christians. There is little hope for the future of religion if it can't find a way to evolve. Yes, of course you love your gay son or daughter, but as a christian, do you really condone homosexual acts themselves? It was then that he got mass recognition. Even negative attention beat none at all. Thompson couldn't believe how often Allen spun correctly into a running back or quarterback at the precise moment needed. Jonathan Allen weighs 300 lbs (136 kg). I'm never wrong. If this ends up creating problems for you, please let me know and I will take the private info out.And lastly, you are a wonderful dad, your son was so blessed to have you, and I can imagine that seeing this amazing and talented young man, Jonathan, tell his story must have been especially painful for you. [24][25], On July 27, 2021, Allen signed a four-year contract extension worth $72 million. Unfortunately, there are those who like to think of themselves as Christians and operate under the guise of God to push their own hate-filled agenda. He's been charged with nine felony counts of child cruelty,. Facebook gives people the power. He is gay and thats not a hidden fact. This week I talked with 21-year-old singer Jonathan Allen, who touched our hearts singing his way into the semifinals on America's Got Talent. [5] He committed to play college football for the University of Alabama.[6][7]. Ask any straight people about gay, and even the more tolerant will probably mention someone closer to the birdcage than just the average guy. 2 talking about this. Anon #1 and #2 is most likely Logan Allen, adopted step-brother of Jonathan. You both should be deeply as games of your selves. I realize I am responsible, as the parent, for the fact that they are very disrespectful, but in my defense, I did not know any better. [32], In Week 1 of the 2022 season, he recorded three tackles and a sack. I highly doubt God came down and spoke exclusively with King James. All parents and children will recognise this bedtime scenario, and will enjoy the gentle lesson Mom teaches young Red. It took studying the history of religion as an adult, not just Christianity, to begin clearing my mind and body of it's teachings, and I still suffer it's side affects at the age of 64. your responses are great and you are an inspiration. Why are they not vehemently contesting their son's claims? Golfer Harry Hall Wife- Relationship Who Is Akili Roberson? CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: media | arena: collegefootball | pageType: stories | When Jonathan first took the stage before delivering a stunning performance of "Por ti volar," he announced that he'd been kicked out of his parents' home when he turned 18 because he is gay. They didn't know if he could play on the outside.". One of my pastors - back years ago now - said "hurt people HURT PEOPLE," and "the Christian church is the only institution that shoots it's wounded.". What happened between them? "Sometimes they'll take pictures. At one point, child custody services in South Carolina intervened because Jonathan missed so much school that he later repeated the second grade, according to his brother. everybody is the way they are because God made them that way so if you have a problem take it up with him when you are standing at the gates of heaven, tell him that there is something wrong with gay people. He underwent surgery for both his shoulders. [17] He signed his four-year rookie contract, worth $11.59 million, on May 11, 2017. ), not forgetting the promiscuous sex life. [21], Allen returned for the 2018 season and started all 16 games, recording eight sacks, 61 total tackles, and 15 quarterback hits. But I have seen Jonathan's story repeated more times than I can count, which is why I find him believable. Cuz I work on them. After seeing Allen leap over a blocker to tackle the quarterback, his high school coach thought to himself, "I've seen that before." and i would not mind if he was gay. "We learned at an early age to be strong, not show emotions, things like that," Richard III said. James Harden Brother- Age Gap USA Today High School All-American (2012). When Jonathan first took the stage before delivering a stunning performance of "Por ti volar," he announced that he'd been kicked out of his parents' home when he turned 18 because he is gay. Stanford quarterback Ryan Burns, a teammate at Stone Bridge, joked that he wanted popcorn on the bench to watch Allen's plays. Richard said a couple NFL general managers advised that Allen would take a big risk by returning for potentially little gain. I have learned throughout my life that hurt individuals hurt other individuals, sometimes intentionally and sometimes not. It is an important point. I gotta throw in with the people who know there are two sides to every story. NOT what you judge or expect them to be in life. I was brought up Christian but the type that went to church and didn't live it outside of church. (I realize orientation is not a choice, per se, but I am stating it this way for the sake of argument) My concern is that they are happy and pleased with their choices. "We're waiting on the bus because Jonathan's signing autographs for fans of the other team," West said. (Mine also) Being Gay is becoming less and less a problem, most of all because there is an important distinction between straight and gay behavior on the one hand, and pedophile behavior on the other. It's kind of funny. And by lumping gay people in with people who "choose" criminal behavior by engaging in activities in which there is only one consenting adult and one person who is being horribly victimized, you are accusing gays of being sexual deviants and worse. So anyhow I started writing and decided well I'm not just going to send it to the trash, so here it is.Hopefully a wake-up call to all the hatersWho hasn't, made mistakes in their youth, god maybe? On January 16, 1995, Allen was born in Anniston, Alabama (United States). My surroundings are created by God so they make for perfect worship. When my children became 18 we spoke about the changes in some rules and some rules that were still not allowed like partners staying over. Contributors control their own work and posted freely to our site. I'm Joel Johnson, co-founder of the National Crisis Intervention Training Institute. Regardless he is one of lawrenceburgs own and we continue to support him. Total suprise they still act the exact same! [20] He later underwent surgery and was placed on injured reserve on October 19, 2017. "And to this I ask: "if" Jonathan did steal things from his parents, and we still do not know for sure that this is true, would his parents have thrown him to the street if he were straight? You stick by your children no matter what, or don't raise them. In fact, the Alabama-born has already started to garner NFL awards, courtesy of his outstanding performances. Poor mama, this blog's keeping you busy. Jonathan Allen with his wife, Hannah Franklin (Source: Instagram). Defensive tackle Jonathan Allen is no stranger when it comes to having family ties to the military. Jonathan Allen has had a successful career as a defensive tackle for the Washington Football team. Latest on Washington Commanders defensive tackle Jonathan Allen including news, stats, videos, highlights and more on ESPN Please don't be confused as to where I stand on disowning your children. Only because I find it humorous that you use that as an excuse not to believe an individual. Repent of your own sin, seek out your son, and love him unconditionally, as Christ loves you. He had 61 tackles and 15 quarterback hits, alongside eight sacks. Thompson said his relationship with Allen wasn't always the smoothest because he coached him hard. This mini-brawl can be considered frustrations boiling over after an inferior defensive series for the Washington team. Meet Sister Elena Who Is Jordan Haines? Unfounded condemnations & accusations were widely reported as if proven facts. The word "Christian" should not be synonymous with "bigoted" or "narrow-minded."

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