spiritualism

  • The narrative describes a stay at Kyria Boutique House in Athens, amidst extreme heat and historic charm. The protagonist experiences a ghostly vision of Aliki, a woman from the hotel’s past, conveying deep sorrow for her lost love, Giovanni. This encounter evokes reflections on timeless romance and connection to history.

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  • Faith. It’s a word that’s followed me like a shadow, shifting shape depending on the light I cast on it. For years, I’ve turned it over in my mind, trying to grasp its edges, only to find it slipping through my fingers like smoke. Merriam-Webster offers definitions—”strong conviction,” “complete trust,” “belief in God,” “firm belief…

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  • December 2017. The air smelled like the holidays and pine needles. We stood in a room full of people who’d fought for us, cried for us, waited for us. My hands shook holding the marriage license—a piece of paper I never thought I’d get to sign. Seven years later, I still remember the way my…

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  • Be That Person

    I know I drive some of you crazy with my constant barrage of queer content. Trust me, I get it. But here’s the thing—you have to understand that my posts aren’t really for you. And I’m certainly not trying to change the minds of the far-right extremists who have already decided to rationalize their hatred.…

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  • As a survivor of the infamous Screaming House haunting, I approached Steven Soderbergh’s “Presence” with both anticipation and skepticism. After watching it tonight, I must say it might not resonate with everyone — it does have its imperfections. However, it stands out as one of the most authentic portrayals of a haunting I’ve experienced in…

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  • NOW IS THE TIME FOR MONSTERS

    “This is how the end begins.” You’ve seen the beginning. My book, Glow pulled back the curtain on the darkness creeping at the edges of our world. But what comes next will shake you to your core. This Spring, my newest book Gorilla arrives. I can’t say too much yet—I’m still deep in writing, and…

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  • I’ve been reflecting a lot on spirituality and its connection to religion, especially as a gay man. For many queer individuals, religion can be a challenging topic, often leaving a bitter taste in our mouths. Throughout our lives, we have faced many moments of hostility from those who insist they hold the key to divine…

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  • Hate, a weapon wielded in the Trump era to strip away rights and dignity from numerous marginalized groups, seeping into the very essence of our society and eroding the bonds that bind us. As a gay man navigating these turbulent times, I have felt firsthand the weight of this malevolent force and its impact on…

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  • (I originally shared this in February 2024. My father passed away the previous October 2023. I had forgotten about it until tonight.) February 22, 2024 I wanted to share something with you. Most of you know my father was a true believer in the paranormal. He personally experienced the Screaming House firsthand. The last conversation…

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  • I used to believe I could change the world. There was a time when I carried that conviction like a torch, its flame burning so brightly it lit up every corner of my soul. I was sure of it—so sure—that through kindness and understanding, through love and compassion, I could make a difference. I believed…

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