Yeah, Erin, I've really got it great! Excuse me for a minute while I do my "OM is 20" happy dance

No seriously, I'm sorry that you're feeling so down. I hope you get to GAL in some fun way soon.

I actually think that telling your parents is going to be a great relief for you. You are correct that it can't likely be hidden, and you're only going to frustrate them if you try to avoid telling them the whole story. I'd go ahead and get it out there. I don't think you should worry about your H's reaction. If he says anything, I'd just say that the problem is in the doing, not in the telling. This isn't your fault, Erin, so don't let your H make you feel guilty.

The LORD is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth." (Psalm 145:18)