Awesome. My child came out to me about a year and a half ago. Sometimes I thinks young adults are surprised when we aren't surprised. I believe in God and I believe that he doesn't make mistakes. So to me being gay or straight are both normal. The most beautiful thing in this world is love. The more of it there is the better we all will be.
That's exactly what my Mom says. If God wouldn't want me to be gay, I wouldn't be. If God wouldn't want me to be with a woman, he wouldn't have given me my wonderful fiancée.
I actually wished that Zach was in the video asking the questions since we all knew it was him asking the questions anyway. They have done q & a together before. Perhaps they wanted to create a different look with this video.
Wow! I have watched videos with Alistair from the beginning and from the first one I watched to this one, it is amazing how comfortable and well spoken he's become in front of the camera. That's one of the best coming out stories I've heard and I've watched too many to count. I'm a gay dad and have a transgendered son and I just want you guys to know that I'm very proud of you both and the messages you two put out to the world. Keep your videos coming.
Alastair is more of an introvert than Zach, and this is the most I have ever heard him say before! He looks so relaxed and comfortable here, and I think he's found the perfect partner in Zach. They fill in the blanks for one another, and that is great. Hello, too, to B - the world's cutest dog.
So impressive. The more I see of Alastair the more I can see why Zach loves him (and vice versa). Zach, you do take such good videos. Low-key and professional. I was transfixed.
Alastair, thank you for that heartfelt and well-thought-out response. I'm struggling with the whole coming out process and I'm way older than you. I have so many questions and comments, but mostly I'd like to say of all the videos like this that I've watched recently, yours is by far the best and most hopeful. Thanks
Todd it is a difficult thing, I am 55 and still coming out. It is to late for my mum she has dementia but I came out to my dad only 4-5 weeks ago (doh) as he asked my sister if I had a family in Thailand which broke my heart as I had found out a month earlier that my Thai partner of 8 yrs (engaged 4 yrs) had a Thai bf for the last year and a half which hurt me enough and then the feeling of guilt I felt with not telling dad of not only my sexuality but my relationship I had for so long, but he was cool as and said he had never had a problem with homosexuality and he loved me and was proud of me. I am now out to all my family bar 1 brother who outed me 2 Christmases ago to family friends of which I have yet to talk with him about outing me when I wasn't out to him. In regards to coming out to the community as a whole don''t care to its nobodies business though if Im asked Í will see where i am at with that. As for my family they have been excepting and loving as always and have told me that I have grown and come out of my shell so to speak since telling them. The big regret is I have missed out on so much over a long time basically living a lie but thats life and we do what we do, so just do whats best for yourself....
What a supportive, balanced and grounded video; well done guys! I had a really tough time during my coming-out process, many years ago. I think you're absolutely right when you say that coming-out means first coming-out to yourself. I also had a strong Christian religious upbringing and initially immersed myself in my faith to try and 'cure' my feelings. In the end I suffered depression and began to hate myself. I learnt a very sobering lesson from this - You can't love God and hate yourself at the same time, it doesn't work that way. I'm still a Christian, I love my faith very much, it's pretty central to my life, but now I can also say that I love the man I've been with for 18 years and feel very blessed about it too. It's sometimes, but unfortunately all too often the case, that gay Christians feel rejected by their spiritual community. This has the effect of pushing us away from God, and away from a nurturing spiritual community, which we may also need access to; personally I think this is tragic. There is most definitely a place for God in gay relationships, and I always encourage those who may be feeling a little disheartened and who are searching, not to give up on God's infinite unconditional love for all of us.
I think you have a certain level of 'gravitas' that comes across well and clearly regardless of your reluctance to be ... so public. That carries a lot of weight for you as a person and for your message. You are simply a very likeable fellow with a lot going for you that is easy for many folks to identify with from their own perspectives and positions. That is CURRENCY--weight--impact--influence ... for you to use constructively, as you see fit, imho. I just encourage you to continue being 'brutally' honest with yourself and your viewers. Perhaps most importantly, I encourage you both to continue to emphasize the highest priorities of being loving, empathetic, patient, humble, routinely putting the other one more or less first; and fun with one another as extremely high values and ways of being in the world and in your relationship.
I literally NEVER have commented on a UA-cam video before, but I just want to say a quick comment. Your videos are simply wonderful. They're thoughtful, genuine, and helpful. From what I can see, you two are amazing people. I wish you nothing but the best. :)
Zach's voice off screen sounds like, some celebrity guy, Sylvester Stallion.... it's deep and southern like it! Moving relatable story.. love the three of you (Zach, Ali and B) 😻😻
Congratulations for being yourself. Me, I'm a retired army officer and I hid my true identity for years and lied on the application when asked about homosexuality otherwise back then I would've never been allowed in the military. I suppressed everything and now I'm an old guy and getting into a relationship at this point in my life isn't going to happen. I grew up Christian too and tried to pray the gay away but it never happened and I never woke up in the early morning as a lusting heterosexual. It's a very lonely life. I need to clarify something here, I'm not a man wanting to be a woman, I don't know why ignorant heterosexuals think that about us. I love being a man because that's what I am first. Being gay is just a minute part of who I am. BTW I love women but I don't feel sexual towards them. Close friends of mine know and my sister, however those that don't know don't need to know
Thank You Alastair for your well said and openness to share your coming out story with us all, and I am proud and honored to say having you being apart of our military team, with your views and thought process, people, our country/ world and how you let us see the world thru your eyes deeply thank you.
Zach, that is one brave, amazing dude you married there. I’m sure this was more than a little outside of Alastair’s comfort zone, but him doing it anyway to share with us and help others is not only moving, but really an example to all of us. Thanks for the video guys! I actually have someone important to share this with.
I'm so proud of u guys. You boys have come a long way! So happy you found each other. I'm a 64 year old gay man who came out BEFORE Stonewall. It was 1966! I was 13. Coming out can be just as stressful today. You've handled the whole thing beautifully. All the best to you my brothers! Love GG
I’m a new (ish, about 3 weeks) subscriber and i appreciate ya’lls vlog. Thank you for sharing your life with all of us. I have been with my husband for 16 years ( we were 26) and we moved pretty quick too. I will tell you, the 1st year of sharing of lives together was the hardest for me bc of it moving so darn fast. All I can tell you is that communication is key. And just like a any relationship there will be ups and downs but trust and communication is key. Thanks again for sharing your lives with all of us.
Thanks for sharing, Alastair, and love your calm demeanor and easy laughter! Hope you do a Q&A soon. Your perspective as a gay West Point grad could really help a lot of young gays considering service. Take care, sir!
Alastair, you are one brave man to bare your soul on video for all to see. I, for one, appreciate how heartfelt and somewhat uncomfortable this was for you. You have my gratitude for being so uniquely brave. Also, thank you for your service to our country and may you enjoy those butter bars on your collar!
I was in the USAF from the 70's to the 90's and it is really strange to hear you say "Westpoint gay community", in my day it was you are gay you are out with an other than honorable discharge. I am so glad you have this opportunity and things have changed for the better. You are amazing Alastair.
Alastair, first of all I love that name...now, I’ve commented on so many of Zach’s videos and I truely care about you two and your relationship. You two have been such an inspiration for me to come out and be myself. Thank you so much for that. I had forgotten what Happy felt like, but now I’m just me. Seriously thank you
This was a great video and I am so glad to hear about Alastair's coming out. Please continue to share his experiences, stories and advice. You guys are inspirational!
Alastair - I am a 68 year old gay man. I joined the US Air Force in 1967. Didn’t go to Viet Nam that is one of my few regrets in my lifetime. During those years in the AF one had to volunteer. I came out while I was in the military in 1969. I didn’t hide the fact that I was gay and have always done what I could in the fight for gay rights. I got out of the Air Force in 1971 and went on to use my GI Bill to get a Masters of Social Work. I give you this background because I feel I have contributed something to you being an out soldier. You give me a great sense of pride. We both know there are and have been many closeted men and women in the military who felt they could not be out. You will hopefully give them the courage to come out. I know you will still experience prejudice and I admire you for being willing to stand up to this prejudice. You honor yourself and your family. You are a roll model for men and women who will come behind you. Our LGBT communities desperately need roll models. I am happy that I have lived long enough to know of a young out gay man who was graduated from West Point. I am really proud of you and I know Zack is too. I hope he realizes how important his job is to support you. It is not an easy thing for a man to put his ego aside for the greater good. You may one day lead men into life and death situations. Thank you Zack for your sacrifice. Respectively yours, Kenneth Brock brockkenneth@gmail.com
Absolutely one of the best, intelligently reliving of a coming out story. I've never been more impressed with you, more than I am today! Thank you for this, for being confident and for not bashing Christ in the process (pray the gay away). Awesome job.. honestly!
You did a great job, AJ. Thanks for sharing. I have mad love for you both and wish you two nothing but the very best. And, I want to thank you for your service.
Very nicely done. I love your advice at the end. Zach has definitely been a big influence in getting that "shyness of the camera" out of you. You only have one life, live it to your fullest. much love to you two!!
Well said Alastair. Thank you for sharing your story and reactions. As always, congratulations on finding each other! It sure is grand when you find the right one!!
Alastair, thanks so much for sharing your story with us! It's very inspiring to everyone, with a message of being yourself, being proud of and loving yourself! 👍🏻💕😍😁
thanks for being real. i have just started the process and sometimes have no clue what i am doing. i do know it's what i need to do live completely and i am beyond grateful y'all have given me the courage to be real
Who you are is no other person's business, and no one is obliged to explain himself/herself. You both are exceptionally nice and decent persons. Love, in it's purest form, will affirm and see you through.❤️
Lucky you man. I went to the Philippine Military Academy, and in my second year when I was a 3rd class cadet I spent 3 months in West Point in an exchange program along with other foreign cadets. I wish I was able to know you and even had a chat with you about this thing. Coz in truth, coming out in our academy, qnd as future leaders of our armed forces was definitely not choice here in the Philippines. I never knew anyone in the academy who was the same as I, so knowing you ang sharing this would've given me air to breath a little amidst all the turmoil inside.
Great video Alastair and Zach! Alastair you're so confident that your testimony will certainly be helpful for people still in the closet. Thanks for them.👍
Wow! Kudos, to you BOTH!! I stumbled upon your Videos about 6 months ago, and have been a Fan, ever since! Keep moving forward, and stay True!!! Totally Awesome!!
Thank you so much Alastair and Zach. Alastair this was such an honest, heartfelt (yet humorous at times) coming out story. Guys this is very helpful for anyone struggling with coming out, especially in Australia at present as we are in the middle of a very dangerous stupid vote on whether same sex couples should get married. This is making a lot of gay people struggle with thoughts self hatred, and worse. Your closing statements were right on the point. Thanks for taking the time and sharing this.
Nicely done. Glad to know more brothers in arms who are not only able to come to terms with who they are, but also share their stories and make an impact on others lives.
Wonderfully expressed as I'd expect anything from either of you two to be. You're both providing important conversations and advice and I hope you continue to do so. Good luck with your posting Alastair and I wish you and Zach all the happiness in the world as you journey together.
Alastair, thank you so much for sharing your story ❤️ And what a story! I didn't know you hadn't yet come out to your family when you met Zach; and now you guys are married! Much love and respect to you. Would you consider doing a Q&A? The part where you differentiate between "jealousy" and "attraction"; I'd never heard it phrased like that before, and I'd love to hear more of your thoughts and feelings on the coming out process
Really inspired video! You are a wonderful man and I loved getting to know you better! Everything you guys put on here is interesting or fun and at times educational. I wish many years of happiness!
Great video Allister and Zack. I have been watching Zack since he started and watching your relationship grow here. now, seeing your coming out story, we can see more of you both as you grow. Always looking forward to Zack 's big smile and your shy smile on each video that comes out. Keep them coming guys and hey to B also.
More like an interrogation than a story 😂 but grateful for Alastair for sharing his experience with us. Each video just goes to show how down to earth you both are. Stay safe, greeting from Ireland!
Love it Alaistair, you did great. Thank you for sharing your coming out story and most importantly thank you for serving. How about a video with both your moms and you guys talking about the process.
Well done Alastair! So articulate and honest, the detailed Q & A to your Mom was such a caring & considerate approach to me. I'm so proud of both you and Zach and so happy that you found each other.. Blessings to you both (and B too!) ♥ Fan & friend for life...
That was inspiring and awesome, Alastair. Really well done. Nice work on the filming and editing side, Zach.......making an assumption. You did that part. You are a great team . Thanks for sharing. Also, I will never forget the trouble you two went to, to get my B and Co brand item shipped to my hotel in Texas! Nick
Thanks guys for this video. This is the first coming out video I've watched that I can relate to. I'm a few years older and I'm still to come out. It's something I'm struggling with as it's really only in the last few months I'm starting to accept it myself. I'm not there yet even though I know I am (gay). I see my life as very dark grey and to be honest I am struggling with it all and cannot see any light at the end of it. I don't have anyone to talk to about what I'm going through and what I'm feeling so all I can do is stay following guys like you and hopefully one day I may get a grip on it and start to live as my real self.
You have such an incredibly important message. We have come so far, but the way things are today - I fear we could creep backwards as a society. You men are exactly the example we need! Huge kudos to you both.
thank you for sharing your coming out story. when you are honest with yourself, you can be assured that nothing can hurt you (but you). continue to be yourself.
So glad y'all are ok i was worried about y'all and the hurricane....... I have been waiting to hear your coming out story glad you shared with us love y'all
"Part of coming out is coming out to yourself."
Well said!
You did great Alastair, thanks for sharing your story! Have a great weekend guys!
Awesome. My child came out to me about a year and a half ago. Sometimes I thinks young adults are surprised when we aren't surprised. I believe in God and I believe that he doesn't make mistakes. So to me being gay or straight are both normal. The most beautiful thing in this world is love. The more of it there is the better we all will be.
Jason Tiver that's a really good viewpoint. It's always hard to accept who you really are and come to terms with what will make you happy
That's exactly what my Mom says. If God wouldn't want me to be gay, I wouldn't be. If God wouldn't want me to be with a woman, he wouldn't have given me my wonderful fiancée.
You're amazing!
Jason Tiver watch Matt and Blue. They have an amazing son named Crow! 😊
He's so handsome
Now we need a video of Alastair speaking Spanish!!😛💖💖
YES PLEASE!!!
The part about not differentiating between jealousy and attraction... wow. That was literally me.
I am now trying to work out if I feel jealous tbh
Same
Congratulations on your coming out story Alastair. Meanwhile, Zach's back there laughing adorably.
I actually wished that Zach was in the video asking the questions since we all knew it was him asking the questions anyway. They have done q & a together before. Perhaps they wanted to create a different look with this video.
Your story will help many young people realize they are not alone. Thanks for sharing.
Wow! I have watched videos with Alistair from the beginning and from the first one I watched to this one, it is amazing how comfortable and well spoken he's become in front of the camera. That's one of the best coming out stories I've heard and I've watched too many to count. I'm a gay dad and have a transgendered son and I just want you guys to know that I'm very proud of you both and the messages you two put out to the world. Keep your videos coming.
Sounds like you have a good few stories yourself. I appreciate it, man
Alastair is more of an introvert than Zach, and this is the most I have ever heard him say before! He looks so relaxed and comfortable here, and I think he's found the perfect partner in Zach. They fill in the blanks for one another, and that is great. Hello, too, to B - the world's cutest dog.
Such a warm-hearted, level-headed young man. My best to both.
I like the way Alastair is really thoughtful (wise) and sincere.... and a keeper.
A beautiful man ☺
Tom McElligott I
he is brave inside & out, he is a true soldier
So impressive. The more I see of Alastair the more I can see why Zach loves him (and vice versa). Zach, you do take such good videos. Low-key and professional. I was transfixed.
Alastair, thank you for that heartfelt and well-thought-out response. I'm struggling with the whole coming out process and I'm way older than you. I have so many questions and comments, but mostly I'd like to say of all the videos like this that I've watched recently, yours is by far the best and most hopeful. Thanks
Todd it is a difficult thing, I am 55 and still coming out. It is to late for my mum she has dementia but I came out to my dad only 4-5 weeks ago (doh) as he asked my sister if I had a family in Thailand which broke my heart as I had found out a month earlier that my Thai partner of 8 yrs (engaged 4 yrs) had a Thai bf for the last year and a half which hurt me enough and then the feeling of guilt I felt with not telling dad of not only my sexuality but my relationship I had for so long, but he was cool as and said he had never had a problem with homosexuality and he loved me and was proud of me. I am now out to all my family bar 1 brother who outed me 2 Christmases ago to family friends of which I have yet to talk with him about outing me when I wasn't out to him. In regards to coming out to the community as a whole don''t care to its nobodies business though if Im asked Í will see where i am at with that. As for my family they have been excepting and loving as always and have told me that I have grown and come out of my shell so to speak since telling them. The big regret is I have missed out on so much over a long time basically living a lie but thats life and we do what we do, so just do whats best for yourself....
Alastair just gained a lot of fans from this video I think. I'm glad he did it.
Zach cracking up in the background is hilarious.
I needed this! Thanks Alastair for sharing and Zach for recording it. I was surprised that you hadn't come out to your family prior to meeting Zach.
"part of coming out is coming out to yourself" very well said, thanks for another great video
What a supportive, balanced and grounded video; well done guys! I had a really tough time during my coming-out process, many years ago. I think you're absolutely right when you say that coming-out means first coming-out to yourself. I also had a strong Christian religious upbringing and initially immersed myself in my faith to try and 'cure' my feelings. In the end I suffered depression and began to hate myself. I learnt a very sobering lesson from this - You can't love God and hate yourself at the same time, it doesn't work that way. I'm still a Christian, I love my faith very much, it's pretty central to my life, but now I can also say that I love the man I've been with for 18 years and feel very blessed about it too. It's sometimes, but unfortunately all too often the case, that gay Christians feel rejected by their spiritual community. This has the effect of pushing us away from God, and away from a nurturing spiritual community, which we may also need access to; personally I think this is tragic. There is most definitely a place for God in gay relationships, and I always encourage those who may be feeling a little disheartened and who are searching, not to give up on God's infinite unconditional love for all of us.
Notification fam! I have to say that Alastair has come a long way w/ the shyness since the 1st video. Appreciate his story.
R Quig I'm not the most comfortable on camera haha
I think you have a certain level of 'gravitas' that comes across well and clearly regardless of your reluctance to be ... so public. That carries a lot of weight for you as a person and for your message.
You are simply a very likeable fellow with a lot going for you that is easy for many folks to identify with from their own perspectives and positions. That is CURRENCY--weight--impact--influence ... for you to use constructively, as you see fit, imho.
I just encourage you to continue being 'brutally' honest with yourself and your viewers.
Perhaps most importantly, I encourage you both to continue to emphasize the highest priorities of being loving, empathetic, patient, humble, routinely putting the other one more or less first; and fun with one another as extremely high values and ways of being in the world and in your relationship.
R Quig YOU SHOULD CHECK OUT MATT AND BLUE AND YOU WILL NEVER WANT TO COME BACK IF YOU WATCH WHEN THEY ADOPT THEIR SON FROM THE BEGINNING (;
I literally NEVER have commented on a UA-cam video before, but I just want to say a quick comment. Your videos are simply wonderful. They're thoughtful, genuine, and helpful. From what I can see, you two are amazing people. I wish you nothing but the best. :)
Zach's voice off screen sounds like, some celebrity guy, Sylvester Stallion.... it's deep and southern like it!
Moving relatable story.. love the three of you (Zach, Ali and B) 😻😻
Great video Alastair. I'm amazed you've only been out a year, yet was brave enough to hold Zach's hand at West Point. Big props my man.
Congratulations for being yourself. Me, I'm a retired army officer and I hid my true identity for years and lied on the application when asked about homosexuality otherwise back then I would've never been allowed in the military. I suppressed everything and now I'm an old guy and getting into a relationship at this point in my life isn't going to happen. I grew up Christian too and tried to pray the gay away but it never happened and I never woke up in the early morning as a lusting heterosexual. It's a very lonely life. I need to clarify something here, I'm not a man wanting to be a woman, I don't know why ignorant heterosexuals think that about us. I love being a man because that's what I am first. Being gay is just a minute part of who I am. BTW I love women but I don't feel sexual towards them. Close friends of mine know and my sister, however those that don't know don't need to know
Thank You Alastair for your well said and openness to share your coming out story with us all, and I am proud and honored to say having you being apart of our military team, with your views and thought process, people, our country/ world and how you let us see the world thru your eyes deeply thank you.
Zach, that is one brave, amazing dude you married there. I’m sure this was more than a little outside of Alastair’s comfort zone, but him doing it anyway to share with us and help others is not only moving, but really an example to all of us. Thanks for the video guys! I actually have someone important to share this with.
I'm so proud of u guys. You boys have come a long way! So happy you found each other. I'm a 64 year old gay man who came out BEFORE Stonewall. It was 1966! I was 13. Coming out can be just as stressful today. You've handled the whole thing beautifully. All the best to you my brothers! Love GG
Garrett Glaser I really appreciate your comment. It's crazy how times have changed
Garrett Glaser I’ve seen this comment a bunch of times o diferentes videos is this spam or you just copied and paste all the time ??
Beautifully said. Thank you for your honesty and transparency. It was both refreshing and encouraging.
Awesome video! Thanks for sharing your story!
Carson And Nate thank you guys for your stories!
Carson And Nate you too are same....both of you are a good partner
Appreciate it
What a disgusting comment. People should pray for you
Carson And Nate morning coffee home chilling ralexing 🌞🐕 😋 iove you too 🐕
That last line is so powerful! Thank you for sharing.
I’m a new (ish, about 3 weeks) subscriber and i appreciate ya’lls vlog. Thank you for sharing your life with all of us. I have been with my husband for 16 years ( we were 26) and we moved pretty quick too. I will tell you, the 1st year of sharing of lives together was the hardest for me bc of it moving so darn fast. All I can tell you is that communication is key. And just like a any relationship there will be ups and downs but trust and communication is key.
Thanks again for sharing your lives with all of us.
Thanks for sharing, Alastair, and love your calm demeanor and easy laughter! Hope you do a Q&A soon. Your perspective as a gay West Point grad could really help a lot of young gays considering service. Take care, sir!
You said exactly what I was thinking as well. Very soothing demeanor. Alastair, you would make a great mentor.
Michael Contreras watch Matt and Blue. They have an amazing son named Crow! 😊 THANK U
Alastair, you are one brave man to bare your soul on video for all to see. I, for one, appreciate how heartfelt and somewhat uncomfortable this was for you. You have my gratitude for being so uniquely brave. Also, thank you for your service to our country and may you enjoy those butter bars on your collar!
I was in the USAF from the 70's to the 90's and it is really strange to hear you say "Westpoint gay community", in my day it was you are gay you are out with an other than honorable discharge. I am so glad you have this opportunity and things have changed for the better. You are amazing Alastair.
what a beautiful message Alastair!! thank you for sharing your story ☺
❤💛💚💙💜
Alastair, first of all I love that name...now, I’ve commented on so many of Zach’s videos and I truely care about you two and your relationship. You two have been such an inspiration for me to come out and be myself. Thank you so much for that. I had forgotten what Happy felt like, but now I’m just me. Seriously thank you
This was a great video and I am so glad to hear about Alastair's coming out. Please continue to share his experiences, stories and advice. You guys are inspirational!
It was really nice hearing Alastair's story. Thank you for sharing that with us!
Beautifully said Alastair Thanks for sharing and thanks to Zach for his coaching!!! XOXO!!!
Alastair -
I am a 68 year old gay man. I joined the US Air Force in 1967. Didn’t go to Viet Nam that is one of my few regrets in my lifetime. During those years in the AF one had to volunteer. I came out while I was in the military in 1969. I didn’t hide the fact that I was gay and have always done what I could in the fight for gay rights. I got out of the Air Force in 1971 and went on to use my GI Bill to get a Masters of Social Work.
I give you this background because I feel I have contributed something to you being an out soldier. You give me a great sense of pride. We both know there are and have been many closeted men and women in the military who felt they could not be out. You will hopefully give them the courage to come out. I know you will still experience prejudice and I admire you for being willing to stand up to this prejudice.
You honor yourself and your family. You are a roll model for men and women who will come behind you. Our LGBT communities desperately need roll models. I am happy that I have lived long enough to know of a young out gay man who was graduated from West Point.
I am really proud of you and I know Zack is too. I hope he realizes how important his job is to support you. It is not an easy thing for a man to put his ego aside for the greater good. You may one day lead men into life and death situations. Thank you Zack for your sacrifice.
Respectively yours, Kenneth Brock
brockkenneth@gmail.com
Absolutely one of the best, intelligently reliving of a coming out story. I've never been more impressed with you, more than I am today! Thank you for this, for being confident and for not bashing Christ in the process (pray the gay away). Awesome job.. honestly!
Love seeing more of Alastair's personality come through on camera! Thanks for sharing.
Okay, well...that was awesome. Really liked the interview format and how professionally you answered his questions. Great job!
Thank you for sharing this personal journey. I hope many young men considering coming out will feel strong and empowered by your experience, Alistair.
Excellent video gentlemen....very proud of you both, and Alastair...Thank You for your service !!
Lovely man, you're very lucky to have him Zach.
You did a great job, AJ. Thanks for sharing. I have mad love for you both and wish you two nothing but the very best. And, I want to thank you for your service.
Thanks for sharing Alastair. It's hard for all of us at first but it does get better. All my love to you guys. Take care!
You are a hero to young people and I'm so honored to have the privilege of hearing your story.
Very nicely done. I love your advice at the end. Zach has definitely been a big influence in getting that "shyness of the camera" out of you. You only have one life, live it to your fullest. much love to you two!!
One of the BEST coming out stories.. nice one Alistair! Thanks for sharing and all the best! x
Thanks for sharing Alastair.Love you and Zack.You guys rock.
01:40 "The only way I was actually going to be happy, would be to be myself "
Wonderful video, Alastair (and you too, Zach)! Thanks for having the integrity-- and the serenity-- to share this.
Well said Alastair. Thank you for sharing your story and reactions. As always, congratulations on finding each other! It sure is grand when you find the right one!!
Good job Alastair and Zach! This is great! Love you guys!
I came out years ago and I still struggle with myself. You've helped me so much to be myself..thank you both for your bravery
Alastair, thanks so much for sharing your story with us! It's very inspiring to everyone, with a message of being yourself, being proud of and loving yourself! 👍🏻💕😍😁
thanks for being real. i have just started the process and sometimes have no clue what i am doing. i do know it's what i need to do live completely and i am beyond grateful y'all have given me the courage to be real
Thanks for sharing this with us. Love the final statement about coming out to yourself. Very good advice.
Who you are is no other person's business, and no one is obliged to explain himself/herself. You both are exceptionally nice and decent persons. Love, in it's purest form, will affirm and see you through.❤️
Great story Alastair, thank you so much for sharing!
Been waiting for this video for so long! Proud of you Alastair!
Well spoken way to go. I love you guys. Keep the videos coming.
"Is there a gay agenda? I haven't received the booklet yet." 😂😂😂 I gotta use that on my mom when I come out.
Articulate and well-spoken, Alastair!
That was great. Thank u for your honesty. It will help those struggling with the same issues.
Lucky you man. I went to the Philippine Military Academy, and in my second year when I was a 3rd class cadet I spent 3 months in West Point in an exchange program along with other foreign cadets. I wish I was able to know you and even had a chat with you about this thing. Coz in truth, coming out in our academy, qnd as future leaders of our armed forces was definitely not choice here in the Philippines. I never knew anyone in the academy who was the same as I, so knowing you ang sharing this would've given me air to breath a little amidst all the turmoil inside.
Thank you for sharing your story!
Proud of you Alastair! ❤️
Great video Alastair and Zach! Alastair you're so confident that your testimony will certainly be helpful for people still in the closet. Thanks for them.👍
Wow! Kudos, to you BOTH!! I stumbled upon your Videos about 6 months ago, and have been a Fan, ever since! Keep moving forward, and stay True!!! Totally Awesome!!
Thank you so much Alastair and Zach. Alastair this was such an honest, heartfelt (yet humorous at times) coming out story. Guys this is very helpful for anyone struggling with coming out, especially in Australia at present as we are in the middle of a very dangerous stupid vote on whether same sex couples should get married. This is making a lot of gay people struggle with thoughts self hatred, and worse. Your closing statements were right on the point. Thanks for taking the time and sharing this.
Nicely done. Glad to know more brothers in arms who are not only able to come to terms with who they are, but also share their stories and make an impact on others lives.
Wonderfully expressed as I'd expect anything from either of you two to be. You're both providing important conversations and advice and I hope you continue to do so.
Good luck with your posting Alastair and I wish you and Zach all the happiness in the world as you journey together.
Alastair, thank you so much for sharing your story ❤️ And what a story! I didn't know you hadn't yet come out to your family when you met Zach; and now you guys are married! Much love and respect to you. Would you consider doing a Q&A? The part where you differentiate between "jealousy" and "attraction"; I'd never heard it phrased like that before, and I'd love to hear more of your thoughts and feelings on the coming out process
Really inspired video! You are a wonderful man and I loved getting to know you better! Everything you guys put on here is interesting or fun and at times educational. I wish many years of happiness!
Great video Allister and Zack. I have been watching Zack since he started and watching your relationship grow here. now, seeing your coming out story, we can see more of you both as you grow. Always looking forward to Zack 's big smile and your shy smile on each video that comes out. Keep them coming guys and hey to B also.
More like an interrogation than a story 😂 but grateful for Alastair for sharing his experience with us. Each video just goes to show how down to earth you both are. Stay safe, greeting from Ireland!
I think "Alastair's Coming Out Interrogation" has a nice ring to it
Very sweet video. Alastair, your honesty and openness is wonderful. I love Zach laughing in the background. So fun! Hugs to both of you!
Wow Alastair! You are wiser beyond your years. Great advice for folks who are struggling.
Thank's for sharing this great vid! it will help a lot of ppl who don't know how.
Love it Alaistair, you did great. Thank you for sharing your coming out story and most importantly thank you for serving. How about a video with both your moms and you guys talking about the process.
Well done Alastair! So articulate and honest, the detailed Q & A to your Mom was such a caring & considerate approach to me. I'm so proud of both you and Zach and so happy that you found each other.. Blessings to you both (and B too!) ♥ Fan & friend for life...
That was inspiring and awesome, Alastair. Really well done. Nice work on the filming and editing side, Zach.......making an assumption. You did that part. You are a great team . Thanks for sharing.
Also, I will never forget the trouble you two went to, to get my B and Co brand item shipped to my hotel in Texas!
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Thank you for making this video. Great advice. I’m struggling to come out so I really appreciate u sharing your experience.
Thanks guys for this video. This is the first coming out video I've watched that I can relate to. I'm a few years older and I'm still to come out. It's something I'm struggling with as it's really only in the last few months I'm starting to accept it myself. I'm not there yet even though I know I am (gay). I see my life as very dark grey and to be honest I am struggling with it all and cannot see any light at the end of it. I don't have anyone to talk to about what I'm going through and what I'm feeling so all I can do is stay following guys like you and hopefully one day I may get a grip on it and start to live as my real self.
Refreshingly honest and direct. I'm more than twice your age, and that's exactly what I went through. Kudos to you for highlighting what it's like.
You are amazing. Thanks for an honest, comfortable, to the point, presentation. Stay True!
You have such an incredibly important message. We have come so far, but the way things are today - I fear we could creep backwards as a society. You men are exactly the example we need! Huge kudos to you both.
thank you for sharing your coming out story. when you are honest with yourself, you can be assured that nothing can hurt you (but you). continue to be yourself.
Thank you. So valuable for others to hear your experience; learn from your strength of character; and see how good life can be
Great Job Alastair!!! You did fantastically.
Omg, the jealousy vs attraction part was so accurate
Thank you for sharing Alastair...all the best to both of you...and B of course!!
This man is so eloquent and thorough bless his soul
Great video Alastair. You are a super role model for guys who are just now coming out. Thanks for sharing with all of us. Love to you and Zach. And B.
So glad y'all are ok i was worried about y'all and the hurricane....... I have been waiting to hear your coming out story glad you shared with us love y'all
Zach and Alastair, you are so good for each other. Love, Love, love!
I respect you, Alastair. Your efforts support millions of lives and that they matter. Thank you for your clear elequançe and clarity.