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i started reading it, but didn't get into it. and it was about a lesbian couple. my question is, where did ruth and idgie get a child from? they weren't allowed to be gay parents back in that era right? and no one back then thought a lesbian couple was weird?
Angel Clement Back in that time they were called "Life Partners" and the child was Ruth's that she got preggo with while with her ex husband. Stubs always referred …moreBack in that time they were called "Life Partners" and the child was Ruth's that she got preggo with while with her ex husband. Stubs always referred to Idgie as his Aunt. It is definitely all open to interpretation since they never say straight up they are lesbians and not just besties. Idgie did take the fatherly role though. (less)
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Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe
by Fannie Flagg
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