Chapter 22

Sean said, “Go ahead with all of your questions.”

Norris fired back, “How did you come out?”

“After the girlfriend finding out, we talked about it. It was a year after that I just got fed up with hiding and came out. I came out in briefing when others were making gay and lesbian jokes. I tell you, that was not the best way. In retrospect, I’d do it slowly and to just individuals. Be cool about it, like you’re saying your Italian or Irish or whatever. God made us all the way we are. Never, and I mean never, apologize for who or what you are. Be cool. Don’t make grandiose announcements or put up billboards. Is the female officer or dispatcher out?”

“No.”