Thank You, New York!

A conversation with my Dad (a CPA) last night after New York passed the marriage equality bill:

Me:
Hi, Dad. I called to tell you I'm getting married.

Dad:
You're already married.

Me:
I know, but not legally. New York passed the bill.

Dad:
Really? When?

Me:
Five minutes ago.

Dad:
Well, congratulations.

Me:
Thanks. I'm kind of in shock.

Dad:
How did it go?

Me:
Four Republicans and a few Dems flipped. It was 33-29. Awesome, right?

Dad:
Yes.

(longish pause)

Dad:
I'm not sure what to do...

Me:
What do you mean?

Dad:
About your tax return.

Me:
(laughing)
Right, right. Legal in NY; not recognized by the federal government...

Dad:
I'll have to do some research. I'll sort it out.

Me:
Okay.

Dad:
Maybe I have to do a dummy federal return...

Me:
Whatever, Dad. You'll figure it out.

Dad:
This is all new stuff.

Me:
(smiling)
Yup. All new stuff.

Dad:
(pause)
Does this mean you can get on the same health insurance policy now?

Me:
It means everything now, Dad. It means everything.