Freedom

Freedom is such an elusive dream for so many. Even those with all the power seem to see themselves as needing more. It is the dream of all our souls to be who we are, free of fear and persecution. We strive to have open exchange and self determination. We desire free will.

It has always been our dream to be free. But in the the shadows, illusions, and abuses of others we have forgotten we are already free. Freedom does not come from the outside. It is in you. You have the power to be you at all times. You have the right to choose.

Now with this freedom we may encounter those who seek to lash us to their will and punish us for not following their vision. But as I have said before you can only be you, no one else. Your mind, your soul, and your very life are your own.

I can't promise you others won't try to hurt you or not allow you to do what they fear or do not want but I can tell you freedom is within you. You only have to choose to release it. Whoever you are, whatever you want, and whatever you believe are always yours.

Maybe we should listen to our own hearts and be true to them and ourselves. Maybe we should extend love instead of caution and pain all those around us have shown us. Maybe we should allow others to be free.

We are all Human. We are all equal. We are free!



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Breaking Free

You know I sometimes wonder if people truly know the level of hate leveled at the LGBT community. Do they truly understand the bitter rage they unleash upon us? Do they understand the cruelty they so casually put forth?

In my life I can not tell you how many times I hear gay jokes, blatant hate and threats to hurt or kill anyone who is gay. I have seen people so enraged that they could kill. All because I exist. Nothing more, just my existence.

I've had a  minister vandalize my property simply because he thought I was gay. I didn't even know him. Politicians, new anchors, and religious leaders have called for my imprisonment or death.

Where I live I can be fired from a job simply for who I am. I can be tossed out of my apartment simply for being who I am. I can be denied services ever so subtly because of who I am.

I must at all times be aware of where I am and who is around. I can not hold hands or give a loved one a kiss without great threat of physical harm.

Religious groups can safely form groups and yell obscenities, protest, at sacred Human times like funerals, marriages... That is not religious liberty, that is cruelty.

There are people who think they have the right to take my rights away. They think my rights should be voted on. Simply because they don't see me as Human.

Ironic a society so believing in freedom and justice can so easily place chains upon me, can judge me, and can so easily threaten my very life.

When did I stop being Human? When did I stop being a citizen? What did I do so horrible to deserve such hate? What did I do to deserve such cruelty?

As a person of faith I am here and ready to forgive. I am ready to talk. I am ready to teach you I am none of what you say. I am no threat. And in spite of what some may say I don't wish to condemn or take your rights away. I only want mine.

If you really wish to make your world of hate and intolerance let me offer you some advice. I have seen it and felt it. It will consume you. It will eventually turn on you. It will destroy your soul. And when you have been sufficiently broken it will kill you.

Please love! Love yourself, love others, and act only in love. Life is sacred. People are sacred.



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Expectations of Love

Let's talk about love. In our community it is such a precious thing. For some of us it is a thing we search our whole lives for. Some, ever so sadly, never get any. Many of us cling to whatever we can get ever hoping. We are not wrong in our search but we may be in our expectations.

Love is a delicate dance, like fine lace blowing in the wind, it dazzles and soars. Its beauty leaves us in utter heights. We fall in love with an image or expectation. We seek to fulfill what we don't have ourselves.

One thing I can tell you is love is rarely an expectation. It is a wild embrace of souls, giving and taking. It is an exploration of the unknown and the joys at what you find. At times it is an inferno about to explode and others it a pleasant day. So what is it we seek?

Our search is not for completion, beauty, or an end to loneliness. It is the ability to embrace in harmony knowing you are always safe and supported. You are accepted how you are and loved for every quirk and imperfection.

Forget what the movies tell you. Forget the tips of magazines. Forget all the romance novels. Love is not a single picture, model, or quest. Love is your union. Nothing more. I know it sounds simple but you should know when you put expectation on love you are usually disappointed.

There are only three things that come with true love. Those are trust, friendship, and mutual adoration. So wipe away misty eyes and see what is before you. Appreciate what is before you. Explore what is before you. Who knows you may find the greatest joy of your life.

Stay away from the dark places that deceive the heart. Never sacrifice or give up a part of yourself unless it feels right. To many times we succumb to lust in the hopes of love. Don't get me wrong free love is fine if that is you. But don't mistake lust for love.

When you find love nurture it. It will rarely be all consuming. Most of the time it will be a pleasant existence, a comfort. Love is not perfect. If it falters tend to it. Forgive a fight. Don't be afraid to be vulnerable. Most importantly help them without expectation.

You should also know love can change. There may be a point when your union no longer works, even with diligent attention to its care. That is ok. It may hurt and you may not want it to happen but you must love. If that means letting them go, then do.

Sometimes love is about putting the other first. And it is most certainly best to let go in love. Fighting and arguing over what we can not control is futile and only hurts our soul more than if we accepted the tears of the parting.

Love with passion. Love with all your heart. Love with compassion. It is the thing that makes the heart sing. And when you press your ear to the heart of your love you hear that song that is only for you.



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Till It Happens To You

This is a powerful video and some parts may be disturbing. This is not just a women's issue but a LGBT one as well.

If you or someone you know needs help follow the links in the video or on this site. Please get help!




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It's Movie Night: Take V

Let's take a break from all the serious talk for a moment and just enjoy stories many of us can touch.


Caged is a short film about discovery that things are never what they seem and what truly matters in life.

Brace is a story that reminds us sexuality and attraction are sometimes much more than any of us know.

Happy Sharing is just a sweet short. All those cute things we do when we are in love.

Transit is one of those all to familiar stories we experience on first encounters.

Support LGBT shorts and cinema. It is the stories of our lives.



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Reminders

Sometimes we must remind ourselves of the past because the present and future still need to learn. I have posted some of these before but we still must see what they say, sadly.

Existence is not a crime. Thought is not a crime. Love is not a crime!



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Maybe One Day

Sean is known for his wonderful LGBT advocacy through music and song. His latest work is so nice and and heartwarming. I think we all need romance. Maybe one day Ill have someone sing to me like this. Either way Sean thank you.

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYHHoBl7LBYBQQgVKMe5kBg

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