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"America's Got Talent" Semifinalist Jonathan Allen Releases - Logo TV Allen was so intense that Thompson convinced him to go half-speed at practices to spare other players from getting hurt or destroying their confidence. Thank you. If they've got one to tell, they should step out and tell it now because their silence only lends credibility to their son's version of events. 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. And what is politically correct is NOT that you can say you are gay or "act like that", but that society can now accept that being gay is just as normal as being straight and that people are simply born that way.You say: "Would people say the same if someone said he was a pedophile? Heck let's Tar & Feather those parents. I really do not care of his past. But we fail to ever hear both sides of any story. This is best selling children's Writer and Illustrator, Jonathan Allen's first step into the world of digital publishing. My own experience in "the church" has become so "soured" by the political agendas of the polar opposites that my own story - my own "reality" - is not welcome. Your story has some parallels with my son's story. But he had times when his stocks had dipped drastically. I have to wonder though if the fact that Jonathan is gay has anything to do with the level of judgment and disdain he is getting or with the harshness of his parents actions. The fact that you and others call total strangers the "worst parents in the world" when you have ABSOLUTELY NO CLUE about them or if Jonathan was telling the truth shows that you and those like you are no better than the things you call Jonathan's parents. "It definitely shaped who I am," Allen said of his childhood. Maybe This young man Jonathan did wrong things, maybe he has a loving, supporting parents. 2,069 Followers, 1,449 Following, 228 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Jonathan Allen (@jonathanallenmusic) I warn you however that he has a point: you cannot reasonably draw the line between what you call sexually deviant and Gay. Sad. All those situations are mental disorders. I had a neighbor once that told me that she would place het child in faith based therapy if they came out to her. "One kid tried to call attention to himself, and Jon made it pretty clear that wasn't going to fly," she said. Most of them mere children who have been thrown out like trash by their good "Christian" families because they are gay. He did mention his parents supported him and his music, everyone knows he had to have some if not all help from his family and it is evident he loves his parents and there is no doubt in my mind he would love for them to be with him now. Likewise, he earned a spot as the Gatorade Football Player of the Year during his senior year. We have had our fair share of trolls who do not like hearing anything positive about membersof the glbt community. I was scared, but she managed to do that in an "intelligent way". Those accused saw their lives, reputations & lively hoods destroyed. I was thrown out by my father (divorced at that time) as I was, as my mother told me later in life, an accident. "Jon grabbed the kid, pulled him aside and said, 'Shut up, get in line and shake the other team's hand,'" West said. I would just like to say there are plenty of Christians--true Christians--who do not discriminate against the LGBT community. I don't know how to say it any other way but a rage. I now live on the other side of the country and my family is made up of friends. but that doesn't mean we should sit back and let it be. The first scholarship offer for Allen came from Boston College. Moreover, Hannah is also an athlete who has completed many half marathons, including the Hotlanta Half Marathon. His parents kicked him out for being gay3. One of the biggest positives: Given the talent Alabama recruits, Allen would know immediately if he could cut it in football, and if not, he could focus more on an undergrad and master's degree. Never mind that Allen had never lined up in a three-point stance in his life. They moved in with a foster mother named Miss Johnson. Our job is to love our children unconditionally, make even their worst mistakes a teachable moment, and accept them for who they are - gay or straight.Thank you for your perspective Elna, your children are so very lucky to have you as a mom. "I had to take a step back to make a decision myself. He was kicked out of his house at 18 years old for being gay but came to the show on season eight to show his parents what they were missing out on. I tried for years to reconcile but to no avail. Meet Sister Elena And Juliya Medvedeva, Who Is Jordan Haines? The best defensive player in college football wonders about his mother. NOT what you judge or expect them to be in life. So if my son turn gay, I would not agree, but it would not make me love him any less. Thank you for your lovely words of wisdom. On his questionnaire asking where he wanted to play his first season, Allen wrote down middle linebacker. I just stumbled across your blog when I was researching a bit about Jonathan. Official page of International Performing Artist Jonathan Allen. Seems a bit contrived, but I have to admit that I'd love to see Jonathan reunited with his family and a happily ever after ending. It's the power of sharing stories and how that impacts people's lives and how that kind of gives people hope, hearing about other people's stories and what they're going through. Hope they find the help they (apparently) "need.". Akshay Bhatia Parents- Sister Rhea Bhatia, Does Daniil Medvedev Have A Brother? I'm the mum of 4 kids, 2 straight & 2 gay. According to TV footages, Payne was seen getting into Allens face. To paint all of society with intolerance is unfair.
From foster care to first round, Alabama's Jonathan Allen plows forward Hi, I stumbled across this blog yesterday and decided to comment. Cops believe that alleged kidnapper Brown "allowed" the teen to message her . What matters is a loving stepmother, Traci Allen, who got Jonathan back on track in school to catch up with his age group. I can only hope that the god of the bible does not exist. They are most likely directing their insecurities towards him in a twisted way, because that is probably all they know how to do. I had friends who told me to be very carreful with a friend they have because he was "super homophobic". That's the kind of damages that gay community did to itself. Obviously with no financial backing, I'm still looking for a job and I can't enter university without money.But that's my story. Meet Sister Elena Who Is Jordan Haines? But I am here to tell you that there is truth to both sides of the story. I'm disabled so very unsteady on my feet. The family doesn't know where she is. That later mainly because I had a 10 year gap so didn't feel the little ones should be exposed to certain things just yet. Careless actions aside, they kept loving me, to their last breath, and my siblings and their offspring continue to this day ( I am quickly approaching age 60). Seething Mom Bravo to you for believe in the good of each person and for speak and fight for the rights of each person. 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. I tried to raise them in a less demanding fashion than my parents were with me. Neighbors? My surroundings are created by God so they make for perfect worship. When you think about it, it's true. Jonathan Allen(Source: Wikimedia Commons). My oldest was never kicked out and at almost 20 decided she and her girlfriend wanted to live together. Throwing a child to the street like garbage for stealing is simply impossible for me to imagine. I cannot speak for others, but I dream of the day when being gay is a non-issue and more people are indifferent to who other people are attracted to. Thank You for you kind words and for this page. When he finally told his friends, their reactions were just as wonderful, nonjudgmental, and accepting as your friends reactions. A heterosexual who commits fornication has no space to judge a homosexual who does the same. Join Facebook to connect with Jonathan Allen and others you may know. Nonetheless, things are going from bad to worse for Washington as they have lost three games in a row. And yes, he did do everything the previous anon said he did. What i don't understand is being a parent means we nurture them into the individual they become but discard them if they don't follow what we thought they should be! I do not have a religious moral code that guides me to feel empathy for those whose actions are guided by a delusional belief in supernatural powers.
Jonathan Allen Profiles | Facebook Lori, my heart broke reading your comment. if his parents want to keep their privacy and not comment then so be it. What they do or say is between them and God NOT US! There was consideration of possibly cutting Allen before the season.
Madelyn Allen's harrowing text to parents to warn them before - The Sun My parents - as was said by someone else here recently - disagreed with the fact that I am same-gender oriented (my choice of words, even as young as a 16 y/o), yet always let me know that I was/am loved by them, regardless. I'm not wishing to be "anonymous," but I'm having trouble submitting this otherwise. One behavior involves a victim and perpetrator, and the other involves 2 consenting adults. maybe they should ask the Pope. Allen wholeheartedly committed to the game of football during his college. The Post reported that court records show the mother missed all three required appointments for a psychological evaluation. In the United States we believe in the right to confront witnesses against us. So it wasn't hard for me to believe that Jonathan's story was true. . "Tough times require tough people. This is not homophobia, it's just being annoyed.Sorry I was probably confusing and long and totally of topic but I really wanted to express. All I can say is this, I work with an organization called PFLAG as a support group facilitator and I have seen so many sad stories come walking through the doors. Jonathan's parents kicked him out on his eighteenth birthday, and haven't seen him since. This past year I'm really excited; it seems like it's definitely moving forward. My experience as a gay man is that I have seen the "hatred" by God fearing people firsthand. We can only do our best, and hope we learn from our mistakes. He recalled Bird saying that, by all accounts, he shouldn't have become a basketball player since he couldn't run as fast or jump as high as others. "I would only take issue with the broadness of your acccusation. Tensions began on the Washington Football Team after Jonathan Allen broke into a fight with Daron Payne. This is common knowledge to anyone that hung around him back then and was a pretty big gossip topic at the time. At 8 years old, he would be hit by 15-year-old kids, get up without crying and come back for more. For one i feel like the authenticity of the story doesnt matter! "It was tough not having my mom around, but you've got to be tough," Allen said. Being gay has a biological basis and is as such different; just like red hair or beautuful eyes or whatever is coded as hardware.Calling homosexuality a disease is by all definitions incorrect, and I'm sure Luis would agree. Allen is the son of Ira, the name of his mother is unknown. As of right now, I'm living with my partner (thankfully). And as far as feeling ashamed about your feelings of indifference towards gay people - I'd far prefer that to the hatred and judgment that has wounded so many. Parents are supposed to love their children unconditionally, even when they make mistakes, and as a parent yourself Luis, you know kids mess up. (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. His father, Richard Allen Jr., a nuclear biological chemical specialist in the Army,. The victims range in age from 4 months to 12 years; their father, Jonathan Allen, has been charged with felony torture and child abuse. I pray that Jonathan's parents hearts soften and they are able to accept the full package Jonathan has become. I had to do what I thought was best for me.". Its time for a cold refreshing beer for me, so I may dull out the pain of all this nonsense, because nothing here is news to me, I know how we are us humans, different from each other yet the same. If only the previous Popes had his vision!! There have been some comments and emails alluding to the fact that Jonathan did some things that angered his parents and that is why he was thrown out. Anonymous saying maybe his story isn't true. Didnt mean to get so lobg winded, and I know my comment isnt really on topic, but I just wanted everyone to take a moment and think before you speak or type for that matter. Jonathan's anger problems helped in one area: He showed flashes at a young age of being a special football player by holding his own in backyard games with his brother and older kids. My son, Adam, was killed on January 8, 2009. I do not "act" straight. They just accumulated the clichs about themselves, from the surabundance of gay reference, to the over-effeminate behaviour (I have nothing against that, everybody is the way he is, but honestly, some are deliberately forcing ! "[Allen] really liked Tech and he took offense to that," Thompson said. And why are they not telling their side of the story? [30] Allen punched teammate Daron Payne on the sideline during a blowout Monday Night Football loss to the Cowboys in Week 16. Similarly, his starring performances got him the fifth-year option on his contract in April 2020. When Jonathan Allen was born about 1760, in Greenland, Rockingham, New Hampshire, United States, his father, Jonathan Allen, was 19 and his mother, Elizabeth, was 19. Just admit your bias and get some help and stop taking it out on this guy and trying to defend other homophobes of your ignorant ilk. Defensive tackle Jonathan Allen is no stranger when it comes to having family ties to the military. Since the show wrapped, Jonathan has become a YouTube sensation, with over 7 million views and counting. Obviously, this wasn't my choice, but due to their belief system, they couldn't have me around. I have 3 children myself and I can guarantee you this Luis, I would never ever throw any of them out, no matter what their sexual orientation is. Before settling in Virginia, he also lived in other cities such as Seattle and North Carolina. I knew if he could do that against kids seven years older than him, kids his age wouldn't stand a chance against him.". You you don't see anyone trying trying to find out how much money, assets or "bling" rappers actually have. He sings and has a god given talent. My sister upon finding out my daughter married a guy said she'd been praying my daughter would change her ways.
He's Black, Gay, a Former Preacher, a BU Alum, and He's Running for You bring up some very valid points and have given me good reason to stop and think. [31] He was voted to the 2022 Pro Bowl, his first, following the season. Francis To Active Roster", "Redskins pick up fifth-year option on Jonathan Allen, one of the best players on a rising defense", "Jonathan Allen Can Help Lead The Washington Redskins To Their First Winning Season In Four Years", "Jonathan Allen is excited for switch to 4-3 defensive scheme", "Jonathan Allen, Washington Football Team agree to $72 million extension", "Washington Signs Jon Allen To 4-Year Extension", "Washington places Jon Allen, 3 others on the Reserve/COVID-19 list", "Washington activates multiple defensive linemen off Reserve/COVID-19 list", "Jonathan Allen Throws Punch at Teammate Daron Payne on Sidelines", "Brandon Scherff, Jonathan Allen named to 2022 Pro Bowl", "Jonathan Allen, Tress Way, Jeremy Reaves and Terry McLaurin named to 2023 Pro Bowl", "Jonathan Allen Celebrates His Wedding Back In Alabama", "Jon Allen's message for kids growing up in foster homes: 'You are not alone', https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Jonathan_Allen&oldid=1139435300, African-American players of American football, Players of American football from Virginia, Sportspeople from the Washington metropolitan area, 21st-century African-American sportspeople, Short description is different from Wikidata, Infobox NFL biography articles missing alt text, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 15 February 2023, at 03:26. I then asked her why then do babies get AIDS. Washington, D.C. smack across the face. (Getty) Isaac's mother, Jackie Allen, was born in St. Kitts, an island in the . The brothers moved with Richard to the state of Washington before they all headed to Virginia for a more stable life. He had 61 tackles and 15 quarterback hits, alongside eight sacks. Too many of his friends have family who tossed them out and disowned them for being gay, so it's not too hard to believe Jonathan's story in the absence of evidence to the contrary. 2023 BuzzFeed, Inc. All rights reserved.
Parents Ina Rogers, Jonathan Allen charged after 10 children "rescued Thank you for letting me share, and I look forward to following your blog. 1st Class Richard Allen Jr., won full custody of him and his brother in 2004. and i would not mind if he was gay. My parents went to their graves, distanced from All their children in the end.They missed out on the wonderful adults we became, and all to please a God they never saw or spoke to. And it is also where you join the ignorant and uninformed. I guess that everyone should make a step in the right direction. My neighbor, who is a church going woman is very biased. Wishful forgetting is my newest album LIKE my TUNES?
Jonathan Allen Talks LGBT Issues and Life After America's - HuffPost You state in your posted comment that you are not the perfect mom, but I would take exception to that. Like you, I cannot wrap my mind around any parent throwing their child out for any reason. "I asked him once why he was even doing this. "No idea where she lives. Hi, I'm Luis from Portugal.I'm straight and have 4 kids.For me being gay is not a problem, I work with both straight and gay people and some of each are very nice people and some of each are terrible "people", no matter they are gay or straight.One of my kids is a gifted boy and his life hasn't been easy many times because he's different.To be gay, to be gifted, to be black, to be short, when you are different from the rest of the people you live with, family, society, school, job, you are always mistreated because of your difference.But in this particular case I have a question for all of you:Would your attitude be different if he, instead of saying he was kicked out because he's gay, said he has been kicked out because he stole money from his parents and he stole his father's truck?Sometimes people can be very cynical.To be gay is acceptable for today's societies because it is politically correct to say and act like that.Would people say the same if someone said he was a pedophile? I would love to. ", "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. Jonathan Allen andRams star Aaron Donald are the two starting defensive tackles for the NFL in the 2022 Pro Bowl. He is gay and thats not a hidden fact. If counseling and therapy prove unsuccessful, then certain options may become necessary, especially once they are a legal adult. So forgive my skepticism since you provided no links to back up your claims. I went too far the other way, hoping to avoid being my overly strict parents.My concern, is seeing parents write, that kids should never be turned out. It was pretty awesome stuff so you'd sit there mesmerized because we'd get up big in a lot of games, and all of a sudden, I'm not even aware of what other guys are doing and coaching the way I should because you're just watching him.". To them I say, regardless of your son's past mistakes (if any), and his sexual preference, you chose him when you adopted him. You both should be deeply as games of your selves. Every fetus is asexual. Yes, I probably was unfair when responding to Luis from Portugal. That said, the reason I did kick one daughter out and stop contact with another, had to do with how I was being treated. Genealogy profile for Jonathan Allen Jonathan Allen (1780 - 1815) - Genealogy Genealogy for Jonathan Allen (1780 - 1815) family tree on Geni, with over 240 million profiles of ancestors and living relatives. Cuz I work on them. Have you contacted his family and asked if Jonathan's accusations were honest? I will remain anonymous aswell to avoid drama. As parents we MUST support them and love them and care for them and do our best for them and NEVER disown them for their choices in this world. Jonathan Allens career-high sacks happen to be 8.5 in a single season. And there has been enough of a reaction that I have to believe there is a lot we may not know. To him I say, "If you ever need to talk to a veteran dad, I'm there for you. This year she just started med school and the other two are in successful relationships and jobs. It is something I have seen happen many times and probably the reason I was pretty quick to believe Jonathan. He knew he was good in football, not in an arrogant way, but he knew he was going on to college.
'He is the one person that always responds to our requests': For What matters is a military father, Richard Allen, who let the boys play football only if they got straight A's and pushed Jonathan hard to have the discipline and work ethic that makes him one of Nick Saban's favorite players ever. Our world is based on judgement, certainly not love and respect. It saddens me that this seems to have become the case. I know that there are many parents who would/do kick their children out, yet far many more who do not. Probably so. Thank you Elna. You are also agreeing to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Let me start by saying that i am a very proud Christian, and while I believe that homosexuality is a sin, it is not my place to judge anyone their sins as I have plenty of my own. Allen is the son of Ira, the name of his mother is unknown. I am glad you came by Timothy, we welcome all opinions, but it is nice when they are a little less angry and a little more thought provoking. Allen was even voted to the 2022 Pro Bowl in December 2021. [2] Allen spent ten months in foster care before his father, US Army Sgt. Respect. They aren't your average Christians, but they have much power and influence over the average Christians. Janet, thank you for the great letter. I wanted him to know at least he had a big brother and somebody who was on his side.". Contestant Jonathan Allen took to the stage of "America's Got Talent" last night to display some seriously operatic pipes. Haha, maybe, maybe not. After the game, Allen said Alabama players need to better control their emotions. There are, of course, exceptions to everything. Sanjib Sah is an engineer and content writer passionate about sports and athletics. You will need to do a whole lot better than that. Shortly after the . Amen to that Melinda E. and welcome. Wouldn't it be 'amazing' if he wins AGT and 'miraculously' his parents come round to accepting his sexual orientation. Jonathan Allen awarded with Lombardi Award(Courtesy: Chat Sports). And the more I learn about them the more concerned I get. When will Christians be held accountable for handing down ancient prejudices to each generation, I wondered. Does Daniil Medvedev Have A Brother? When you have kids, there is no manual to go by, or a step by step list to follow to make sure you do everything correctly. 4I am surviving parent, and a fan of Jonathan. Calling Paedophilia a disease as well. That was the first year he tried discus, an event in track and field that usually takes a long time to learn. 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. Similar to many young couples, the two first met in the University, in their case, the University of Alabama. Today she is 24 and thanks me for expecting so much from her and resents her actions.