tonight, something you will see only on cnn. soledad o'brien explores the journey of a same sex couple trying to start a family. here's a sneak peek from tonight's special. >> when i met gary, i realized i could live my life happily. high to come out. >> reporter: what did you say? >> i said, mom, remember i told you i was seeing somebody. his name is gary. >> i was a little surprised, and i said, well, are you happy? he was crying. tears were running down his cheeks. he was happy. >> she said, do we have to tell your father? i said, vaent wale, yes. >> reporter: their struggle took on a new face. >> are you prepared to make your vows to one another? >> reporter: they founded the wedding party and staged mass