On how to talk to me now

While I was visiting Utah recently a friend asked me some questions about my religious situation. First, let me say that I appreciated this so much! Since I have been more open about my change in beliefs, there have been a handful of people who have contacted me saying things like "I love you just the same" or "I didn't know you were hurting. You can talk to me." These little things have meant the world to me. Thank you, and thank you.

Second, I thought my friend might not be the only one with these questions, so I'll address them publicly here.

1- I'm still me. I'm not really all that different than I was before. You can still keep in touch with me, joke with me, do whatever we did before.
2- You don't have to censor yourself. I understand Mormonism and still love parts of it and the people. You can tell me about what's happening with your calling, in your ward, or whatever; I won't be offended. That's a part of you and your life. You don't have to hide it from me.
3- I won't be offended by your Mormonness if you won't be offended by my lack of Mormonness. I really can't even imagine where this would be an issue, maybe if my shorts don't go to my knee or something. I support things like gay rights and gender equality, but I try not to be too in-your-face about it. If I cross a line, you can let me know.
4- You can still invite me to things. I'll come to baby blessings or baptisms or to hear you speak in church. You are my people. I love you and support you. Sometimes that means showing up for you. I don't care if that's in a Mormon church. Just try not to be too upset with me when I can't come to an event inside the temple.

Thanks for loving me and standing by me.