My Oxford Universal dictionary does not define a family as having to include people of both genders. The word family embraces various definitions. Come on Ursula McGrath, do unto others and give those who form one gender parented families the right to chose to be married or not. To love another person is one of the most wonderful and enriching things a human can do. We do not have the right to pass judgement on who others can love just because it is against our own personal beliefs. Live and let live.

Jill Shephard, Papamoa.