Listen. The winds of change are mighty and in the midst of them, we need, more than ever, to stand fast in our integrity and values. This is a time calling forth the heroes and heroines of spirit. Yes, that is you! Today, the price of staying silent in the face of abuse, dishonesty, and the divisive mentality of the
It is not your responsibility to finish the work of perfecting the world, but you are not free to desist from it either. –Rabbi Tarfon Learning our history is resistance! Thanks for taking this journey with me. Now go write your story! Today in LGBT History – February 5 1914 – Author William S. Burroughs
Dare to be different! Too often we gravitate to familiar, like-minded people, but not all gay men or lesbians share the same political, philosophical, or spiritual ideologies. Engage with someone whose ideas are different from yours, or join an organization new to you. There are many right answers! Today I believe that each new person
Discrimination due to sexual orientation is painful. When we experience homophobia, it’s sometimes easy to buy into the shame of what others may say. Instead of seeing yourself as a reflection of what you think others see, look in the mirror and see your beautiful queer self. You are a worthwhile loving person who deserves
Yesterday Kelly and I participated in the LGBT Pride parade in Port Townsend, WA. While it was quite small – maybe 200 people (PT population 5000) – it was every bit as heartfelt and exciting and powerful as the national marches I’ve attended. Many people, straight and LGBT together, celebrated the rights and freedoms that