LW1 - That's an awful situation for kids to have to deal with, clearly. I have to believe if the parents knew how it was affecting their kids, they'd make some efforts to change their behavior and at least try to behave more civilly towards each other. I like Amy's idea of writing a letter to them expressing how the parents' behavior is taking a toll on the kids.

LW3 - Thank you! I have encountered gay people who make passing references that casually allude to being gay without making a big deal about it. I much prefer that to someone making a big announcement about it or making blunt comments that make it blatantly obvious that someone's gay or whatever (like "Dad of a Transgender" did). Like, am I supposed to throw you a party or applaud or something? Why the need to make a big deal about it and turn it into everyone's business? I honestly don't care whether someone's gay or not. That's their concern and I don't need to know either way unless I'm actually friends with them.