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Why LGBT Representation Matters

In recent years, we’ve seen a huge shift in the treatment of the LGBT community. It was not that long ago that major television networks were hesitant to show a same-sex couple holding hands, let alone kissing, on a prime time program. While huge advancements have been made regarding LGBT representation, such as the right […]

Celebrating Pride When June Has Come to a Close

For members of the LGBTQ+ community, the month of June tends to be important. This is because many places around the world use this month for celebrating Pride. With origins tracing back to 1969, Pride events pay honor to the Stonewall riots that occurred in New York City. After weeks of heavy raids on bars […]

Finding Gay-Friendly Wedding Vendors

If you haven’t heard of Sweet Cakes by Melissa by now, you probably don’t spend much time on the internet. The owners of the bakery, Melissa and Aaron Klein, refused service to a same-sex couple who wanted a wedding cake in January 2013. Since then, the case has been in and out of courts, and […]

Same-Sex Parents and Mother’s Day

Once a year, we all spend time being thankful for our moms and everything they have done for us. We do the same for fathers on Father’s Day. It’s a time when we may pamper mom by bringing her breakfast in bed when we’re younger, or sending her a card or giving her a call […]

Tips for Telling Your Family You’re Gay

We live in a day and age when the public accepts and supports most lifestyles. This is especially true for those in the LGBT community. A couple of decades ago, being gay was seen as a negative thing and most people were ashamed to admit it. Today, we have reached a time when many applaud […]

Understanding Asexuality and Aromanticism

For many people, the term “LGBTQ+” is an all-encompassing way to describe those whose sexual orientation and/or gender identity may not be considered to be cisgender-heterosexual. Indeed, a popular variant of this term is “LGBTQIA+,” where the I means “intersex” or individuals born with variations in sex characteristics, while the A refers to people who […]

Changing Your Name After Marriage

When you and your partner have decided to tie the knot, it can change your life in a number of exciting ways. Of course, the shift can also bring about a number of complications you might not know how to sort out. For gay couples, one of the biggest challenges is determining whether or not […]

Personalizing an LGBT Wedding

Getting engaged can be an exciting time in your life. While you may feel the thrill right away, you probably also have a few concerns about planning your wedding. For same-sex couples, there can be a lot of confusion surrounding the process. LGBT couples were only given the right to wed in recent years, meaning […]

LGBTQ People and Eating Disorders: How To Support a Recovering Partner

Whether in marriage or a long-term committed relationship, partners can provide valuable support to each other. While such ongoing support is vital to one’s everyday well-being, it’s especially critical when one is dealing with a crisis. With eating disorders, that essential support aids with treatment and the recovery process. Armed with information, you can help […]

Love One Another: How To Find LGBTQ-Affirming Faith Communities

Hillsong is well-known as a popular and charismatic Christian megachurch. Founded in Australia in 1983, Hillsong has attracted celebrities such as musician Justin Bieber and actor Chris Pratt. Yet it’s not without its controversy and disturbing details. A January 2019 Queerty article delved into the organization’s past, revealing its history of homophobia. This seems at […]