Discrimination is alive and well. But it’s not as simple as. . . umm, black and white. With new social minorities, like gays and lesbians and mixed-race families, on the rise, it’s become obvious that life demands change. And, naturally, … Continued
There are a few minutes of every day I wait for you to come home that stretch on for eternity. Every cell in my body feels electric, knowing what ecstasy will fill me once you are here. I fidget, I … Continued
“I was such a crazy a-hole for years that when people talk about me, I expect they’re saying not-great things.” An old friend said this to me on the phone earlier. And I knew exactly what she meant, but I … Continued
We had just set up camp by Quanah Parker Lake, and I felt drawn to sit on a log that lay near the campsite. As I settled onto the wood and closed my eyes, the fresh air filled my lungs. … Continued
I’m more than a number More than color or creed I’m a past and a future Please, see all of me I have hopes I have fears I have love I have doubt Look at them all to figure me … Continued
If I had a nickel for every time I heard some indignant homophobe say that being gay is a choice, I would have enough money to undergo surgery that would make my ears automatically close before hearing prejudiced comments. If … Continued
Watching the host walk off set during The Broadcast’s debate on the Michael Sam kiss, I noticed that Courtney Kerr kept referring to homophobic comments/actions as “racist.” I quote: “It kinda comes off as being racist toward homosexuals.” Watch the … Continued