A wild start to 2010
If we thought the start of 2009 had been exciting, so far 2010 has been a whirlwind. We ushered in the New Year with the first real hope for national marriage equality - at least the beginning of a real hope that the wheels of...
Banning Divorce
We are in the midst of Week 2 in the Proposition 8 trial (Perry vs. Schwarzenegger) in California. The case presided over by Judge Vaughn Walker is expected to last several weeks and has thus far been filled with emotional and eye-opening testimony.
And the winner is...
The last year (2009) has seen ups and downs for LGBT people - same-sex marriage victories in Iowa, Washington, D.C., and Latin America along with losses in California, New York and Maine. We said hello to Adam Lambert and goodbye to "The L Word."
Coming out for the holidays
So the family is all gathered around the table for a big Christmas dinner. The presents have already been opened and just when you ask Granny to pass you the peas - you think, "What the hell?"
Don we now our gay apparel
Yes - it's that time of year again. The tree is up, the stockings are hung and the clamor for those of us who actually wait until December to do our holiday shopping is in full swing.
This is my "husband"
We all understand the importance of words - unfortunately too often we realize this from the effects of hateful words used to offend people. Gays and lesbians know this all too well.
Here she is . . . miss gay america
Who doesn't love sequined gowns and beautiful women - at least the illusion of beautiful women? The Miss Gay America Pageant has been around since 1971 and mirrors the same format as the Miss America Pageant - you know - evening gown, interview and talent.
LGBT history makers
October has been recognized as LGBT (or GLBT) History month since 1994, founded by Rodney Wilson, a Missouri high school history teacher. The month was then recognized by the National Education Association in 1995.
our dream is real
My weekend was like most - did some housework, a trip to the local market, spent a few hours at the beach and even enjoyed a cocktail or two while watching some television with my boyfriend. In many ways, this weekend, however, was quite different.
moving south and going bi
Every night, I grab the remote and switch the television over to the Hallmark Channel or WE (Women Entertainment), and doze off to the sounds of Dorothy, Blanche, Rose and Sofia. It's one thing I've picked up from my boyfriend - going to sleep to "The Golden Girls." We even have every season on DVD and when all else fails, we pop in a disc and usually awaken to...
Equality March is Set
Bar Raids Reminiscent of Riots
post-labor day vacay
For many, the Labor Day weekend marks the end of summer - your last big chance for summer vacay. But with an economy in the toilet, post-Labor Day vacations may mean added discounts as accommodations and attractions clamor for more business, not to mention...
S.C.ANDALICIOUS
Gay Marriage North of the Border?
A Look at Healthcare Reform