These are some of the very reasons that I love Cleveland so much.
Downtown Musings…
These are some of the very reasons that I love Cleveland so much.
Finding my needle in a haystack…
I mentioned that I came from a small town in southwestern Virginia, in a previous post Cleveland Dating Woes. I don’t regret it, it was hard growing up there but I wouldn't have changed it. Afterall, I met my first love there. So it cannot be all bad. Dating was so easy, when I first … Continue reading Finding my needle in a haystack…
Gay Rights Movement vs. Civil Rights Movement
We should be learning from those that have laid the very groundwork for fighting for civil liberties. We also should be cognizant of the fact that many of those pioneers were, in fact, fighting for LGBTQ rights at the same time they were fighting for civil rights. This Ted Talk shows how the Gay Rights … Continue reading Gay Rights Movement vs. Civil Rights Movement
Asian Lantern Festival
Out experiencing the awesomeness of the Asian Lantern Festival at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo. It lasts till September 3rd, get out there and enjoy it while you can.
Cleveland Dating Woes.
In the short time I have lived in Cleveland, I have found the dating scene to be interesting. Being a southern born and raised guy, I am used to functioning a certain way when it comes to dating and courtship. Courtship, there is a word that you don’t see used in this modern age. Mostly, … Continue reading Cleveland Dating Woes.
LGBTQ Life Around The World
We often forget what it is to be LGBTQ in other parts of the world. It is their stories that should also drive us forward in our fights for rights, our gains can influence others, in turn. What examples will we leave for others to follow. https://embed.ted.com/talks/jenni_chang_and_lisa_dazols_this_is_what_lgbt_life_is_like_around_the_world
The Importance of Gender Neutral Bathrooms
This is a very important video that speaks on so many levels for today's society. It is about 12 minutes, but please take those few moments to listen to the message. https://embed.ted.com/talks/ivan_coyote_why_we_need_gender_neutral_bathrooms
Hey quick, look over there…
***As an addendum to this post, it needs a little clarification so that you may understand the scope of what is being said. The funds that are being redistributed are labeled as "unused" or "left over" funds. These are funds that are not allocated for any treatment program, currently. This was as of fiscal year 2016. … Continue reading Hey quick, look over there…
Strength from the Queen
With the recent passing of the icon, Aretha Franklin, I think it is only fitting to look back on some of her more loved songs by LGBTQ community. I know that, primarily, I am speaking more to myself specifically, but these are songs that are immensely powerful. They were songs that leant me strength at … Continue reading Strength from the Queen
Cuyahoga County Nondiscrimination Ordinance
Never has it been more important to make your voting voice be heard than with this administration. Every vote matters and can make vast differences in how the future of our country unfolds. If you aren't registered to vote, then you need to get registered. It is a simple process online that you don't even … Continue reading Cuyahoga County Nondiscrimination Ordinance
Gay in the CLE 