I am secure in being a white man who knows that the world should not cater to me. Those days I hope have passed. Those men who think the world is their oyster should think again. So what if there are men who march to the beat of their own drummer and don’t fit the traditional roles.
The world has changed. It’s sad to see so many people who want to drag it back into a place. Those who aren’t men are forced to return to a time that was not full of opportunities and safety.
I would rather be a good human than a good man. Sometimes you can do both. In this world we live in, humanity is the most important thing.
Today is the last day of June and the last day of LGBTQ Pride month. I hope this month will increase the spirit of those in the community as we face an uncertain future with the 2024 election coming up. My friends I am glad to be in your corner. Being LGBTQ is being yourselves. Be strong and keep up the good fight. Grace and peace to all my friends who want to live without fear and hatred. So, everyone in the US, UK, and Canada make plans to vote like freedom and democracy depend upon it. Because it does. I hope your June was a good one.
President Biden had a rough debate. I won’t deny that. Perhaps he overprepared or a long day of having a real job caught up with him like it does all of us. Maybe 9 PM is too late to debate? No matter what it was a snapshot in time. Not a reflection of his whole body of work and experience.
He came out swinging in a speech in N. Carolina today. That is encouraging and I hope it will take the sting out of last night.
Remember you electing an administration not just a President and VP. I still don’t want Trump or his thugs anywhere near the White House. Have some hope and faith that things will look up.
Friends, It’s 6 months until Christmas. May this message give you some relief from the heat and joyous tidings. If you need a Christmas fix there is always Christmas in July that is celebrated by some just for the fun and festive vibes.
I am a man of a certain size and I need air conditioning to make it day-to-day. Keeping cool is the rule. This heat and southern USA humidity is just awful. This is why Summer isn’t my fave. I am already ready for Fall.
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