Part Three: New thread while Thor and Lee's book is in Publication

Right...against their religion.....hence the BoRhap reference to the devil "waiting for me". Let's not get started on the damage wrought throughout human history because of religion. I'm a mother of four sons. If one of them was dying, regardless of WHATEVER "evil" he had involved himself with, I would not just sip tea and pretend I didn't see his suffering. Again I don't mean to judge but sheesh!!!

Who said that his parents did not accept and love him? It is not like Freddie and his parents were estranged and no longer in contact.

Perhaps both Freddie and his parents were content with "detente" and unwilling to risk an "I know, and I still I love you" discussion making things uncomfortable?

Boomer,You need to do research on Zoroastrianisn that's the faith Freddie's parents belonged too and still followed till their death.I never you asked why would their be a reason his mother wouldn't tell him or talk about this with him I tell you this may be the reason.Both his parents died believing in that faith.That doesnt mean that they didn't love him of course they did .I'm not a very religious person for these very reasons so you might want to rely on somebody else's answer if this doesnt satisfy your curiosity.

Saint,I agree on that last part I think his mom loved him like any mother would love her son.I remember her saying in an interview even when he became famous he was like the little boy she always knew.That was an example to me of a mother's love for her son.

Well gang, I just, this afternoon, communicated with Noorie's aunt (new people may not know her) She
is Zoroastrian, older and has no problem relating to me as a gay man. She knows what our book is all
about and accepts it full-heartedly. To those who know Noorie, it was good to hear that she is doing well
physically, but her ex-husband has been actively making her life so miserable and her psychological
well-being is still very delicate. That is all I'll say here. I learned from Noorie that people of her faith
celebrate ALL religious holidays and are 100% proud of Freddie Mercury, and believe in kindness to
all. fellow human beings. This is a lesson many, in this US of A, should learn before it is too late.

Thor and Lee - I will be so happy when your book is published- I am tired of the US always being ignored when it comes to Freddie- according to the little bit you have shared- there were great times with great friends- finally a book that will reveal he lived some of his best moments in the states!!

As Amidds researched and reported- Breakthru moves to different cities in North America- I was only able to attend on the last day and things were wrapping up. I was fortunate that Phoebe was still there. They have a Facebook page if you are interested in checking out future events.

Chevy- I continue to enjoy your thoughts and opinions- you go girl!!

Kindness to all....
Thor-I couldn’t agree more!!

I am new in the conversation but have been reading and catching up from the beginning. I was actually thinking about and wondering about Noorie, was really good to hear you have been in touch with her and her family. She seemed like a special person with great compassion and insight just from reading her post and loved that she had gotten her uncle to share also. It’s amazing to learn about Zoroastrianism. great lessons and wisdom.

Thanks

Thank you for the update on Noorie. Please let us know how we can help? Poor thing...

So many religions focus so much on hate and exclusion. Nice to know that there are a few such as theirs that focus on love

Emdee,Thanks Happy bday girl wish we could celebrate together I could make you some awesome jello shots .I could get you tore up this weekend.How old will you be? I just had a bday but I can drink again if you want.Im glad you enjoy my posts I dont think I do that good of a job.I truly didn't know how to answer this last one and it showed.I needed help so I called on someone.I appreciate him helping me out I'm such a cry baby.Well I can't do much more damage I'm signing off.

I think Freddie was happy with his life and being gay . Mary was his best friend and children I imagine weren't on his radar . I don't imagine He felt he missed out . Not everyone wants children and that includes heterosexual couples .

to me Freddie's life was his music and his friends

Thor thanks for the update and information about noorie.

Take care

Doughnut, Thanks for your input you are so right not everybody wants kids.

Thor, I have never met norrie but I certainly would like to.I have heard alot of nice things about her.I'm very interested in their culture.

Warning, this may be long but I’ll try to be brief as I’m out of the country...
Regarding Freddie and his parents.....let’s try to remember that this was the 70’s and 80’s. Times were different and no matter how much you relied on
Unconditional love from your parents, society had very strong beliefs regarding everything including sexuality. I remember a couple of friends in h.s. who literally lived in fear of people finding out they were gay...one who was so scared of his own father you could see the toll it was taking on him psychologically.
Not saying Freddie feared his parents but who wants to take the chance of doing something that would make them turn on you. Especially when there is an
outside influence like a religion you belong to condemning it? I think Freddie would’ve lived out and proud if he didn’t have to worry about the negative effects his parents and band mates would’ve suffered as a result. He was too generous not to worry about those he loved and cared for.

Regarding Noorie, my heart goes out to her...took me quite a few years to get out of a psychologically damaging first marriage that just about turned physical until I got brave enough. If I can help her in any way, I would be more than happy to. I count my blessings every day that I was able to get myself and my kids away from him. K, enough of that, I’m on vacation :)

JB, my book came in right after I left the country!! They are only holding it for a week which is the day I get back. Hope they’re open on my way home from the airport!