by Christopher Owen | Feb 28, 2020 | Uncategorized |
One of the most defining moments of LGBT+ History is, unfortunately, the AIDS crisis. This crisis, often believed to have begun when the first official diagnosis was made in 1981, was first called ‘gay-related immune deficiency’ or GRID. While the name was soon...
by Christopher Owen | Feb 17, 2020 | Uncategorized |
This week is Aromantic Spectrum Awareness Week. Following such a romantic holiday as Valentine’s Day, Aromantic Spectrum Awareness Week promotes awareness and celebration of people who experience little to no romantic attraction. But what does that mean? What is...
by Christopher Owen | Feb 10, 2020 | Uncategorized |
There are some interesting similarities and differences between Hans Christian Andersen and his most famous character, the Little Mermaid. And a comparison of the two reveals a deeper meaning to the fairy tale, and the same-sex love story forgotten in history. In the...
by Christopher Owen | Feb 3, 2020 | Uncategorized |
Happy LGBTQ+ History Month! This year’s theme is ‘Poetry, Prose and Plays.’ To recognize the value of LGBT+ poets in history, here are some excerpts and pieces from a few of the best: I wake up in your bed. I know I have been dreaming. Much earlier, the alarm broke us...
by Christopher Owen | Oct 11, 2019 | Uncategorized |
Today is National Coming Out Day, a day to celebrate LGBT+ people living openly and visibly! Many people also take National Coming Out Day as an opportunity to come out of the closet to someone important in their lives. Sharing an authentic part of who you are with...
