LGBTQ
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I was born in 1965 in St. Louis, MO happy, healthy and gay. The world I was born into was a very dangerous place for someone like me. Growing up in the late sixties and seventies wasn’t easy. Back then, being homosexual was often seen as taboo. In some places, it was outright illegal. In…
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LGBTQ+ youth face alarming suicide rates, with 39% considering it. Political decisions, victimization, and lack of care contribute to this crisis. Awareness and action are crucial for support.
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You know, it’s funny how so many folks were caught off guard by the election results. Personally, yeah, I was let down, no doubt about it. But shocked? Not really. I mean, as a gay man pushing sixty, I’ve pretty much seen it all when it comes to human behavior. Living as a gay man,…
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Hey everyone! I’m back to blogging, and I’m stoked to share my thoughts, experiences, and passions with you. Truth is, I’ve never really stopped writing, but this time I’m committed to posting regularly. My blog’s a mixed bag, just like my old radio show. Expect everything from ghosts to travel, cooking, family, and social issues.…
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“I have dreams… of a rose, and then of falling down a long flight of steps.” – LEGION: EXORCIST III Check out the infamous Exorcist Steps in Washington D.C.’s Georgetown neighborhood. One of the most famous and iconic staircases in film history. Originally built in 1895, these stairs were once called the “Hitchcock Steps”. Did…
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Fellow citizens, listen up! If you didn’t vote in this election, then don’t bother complaining about the outcome. By not casting your ballot, you’ve surrendered your right to gripe. The results are on you, plain and simple. Voting isn’t just a right, it’s a responsibility – and with it comes the credibility to voice your…
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So, what makes my new book Glow stand out from my previous books? Honestly, I’ve grown a lot as an author since writing The Uninvited. My writing voice is stronger, and the structure of Glow and its sequels is an entirely new approach from me. Each book starts with a personal introduction, sharing the real-life…
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In these uncertain times, it’s crucial we let scared youth know they have someone to turn to. Simple words can be powerful: ‘You’re safe with me. You can talk freely with me.’ Many young people are frightened by what they’re seeing and hearing. As a gay man who grew up during the Moral Majority era,…
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When I woke up this morning, I was all set and ready to tackle whatever needed to be done. I’ve been around long enough to know that life requires us to be adaptable, always prepared to switch gears when necessary. The biggest hurdle we often face is our own resistance, but hey, we’ve never backed…
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