Dear Nurse Ansalong:
My parents are totaly out of Rocky Horror. I'm 13 2/3 years old, and my Mom and Dad think it's just a phase. More like hope. Anyway, they've never even seen it, except my Dad, whose only seen parts, but, if they did sit down and watch the video, I'm sure it would make no difference. I'm sure ten years from now I'll be as into Rocky as I am now, if not moreso. I will admit i may talk about it a little much and listen to the music a little often, but i'm trying to cut down. God, I sound like a drug addict. How do I make my parents understand? And please don't just say sit down and talk to them. I've tried. -Franky Wannabee Virgin In Oregon

Franky, if talking hasn't worked, then you might want to try some action. Sit down with your parents and watch the film together. They might still be confused, but at least they'll know what you're talking about. If you're interested in playing Frank, rehearse the part like you're getting ready for an actual performance. If any of your friends are interested, have them come over and play the other parts along with you. If you know how to sew, then try and create a costume of your own. The more work that your parents see you putting into Rocky, the more inclined they might be to trying to understand your interest. But, don't think you'll ever totally change their minds. I've been performing for a long time, and my parents still think it's weird. Sometimes, it just takes a lttle time to change someone's mind.

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