The Church of Tinkerbell and the Modern Family

Tom

Ladies and gentlemen, welcome! Today, we're going to talk about something very special—modern families. You know, the ones that look more like a rainbow than a traditional family photo. Have you ever met a family that's white, black, and every shade in between? That's the kind of family we're talking about!

Lily

Tom, are you saying that in today's families, everyone is welcome, no matter their race, orientation, or beliefs?

Tom

Exactly! My family has members who are straight, gay, bi, pan, and a. We even have sis, trans, and non-binary folks. And let's not forget the religious spectrum—Christians, Muslims, Pagans, and Atheists. It's like a United Nations meeting every Sunday dinner!

Lily

That sounds like a lot to manage. How do you keep everyone happy and on the same page?

Tom

Well, Lily, the secret is simple: love and respect. When one of my family members needs help, it matters to me because we're family. But you know what's sad? Some families shun or ignore those they don't like. That's like leaving a family member to die just because they don't follow your rules.

Lily

That's a tough pill to swallow. What happens when you need their help one day?

Tom

You might desperately need help from someone you've left to die. And I hope when that happens, they show you the same love you should be showing them today. It's all about treating each other like family, even if they're not related by blood. We're all in this together, and we must act like it!

Lily

Audience, have any of you ever had a family member who needed help, and you didn't know how to respond? How did you handle it?

Tom

I remember one time, my cousin needed help moving, and I thought, 'Why not? We're family!' So I helped him, and guess what? A few months later, he helped me with a project. It's all about give and take, folks!

Lily

That's a great example, Tom. It shows that when we treat each other with kindness and respect, good things happen. So, let's forget about race, orientation, and beliefs. Let's focus on love and unity. We're all part of the same Earth family, and we should act like it!

Tom

Absolutely, Lily! So, the next time you meet someone different from you, remember that they might just be your new family member. And who knows? You might learn something new and make the world a little bit brighter. Thank you, everyone, for joining us today. Remember, treat everyone like family, and let's make this world the beautiful place we'll be proud to leave to the generations to come!