Kline interviewed 12 men and women during her studies. But rather than publish her findings in a dry paper, she decided to use what they told her as the dialogue for a play. Kline got permission to use parts of her interviews as the dialogue, changed the names of the subjects, and got down to work. She hopes to videotape the play and stage performances for other audiences around the state. All talk of their struggles and triumphs while coming to grips with their sexual orientation.
Some people learn to hold it in longer.
Several themes developed during Kline's research. Most of the men and women she interviewed said values that their parents taught them have helped them come to grips with their sexuality. Several also mentioned the sense of community and religion they were brought up with as sources of strength. Almost to a person, every one of the men and women also told Kline they were afraid no one would ever accept them as they were. Overall, however, their experiences tend to show that friends and family eventually do accept them.