Wanted to say a quick thanks to everyone..
I could make a speech on how hatred has not affected my life, but I would be lying. Though I have not had any open oposition (well, once, but it was handled swiftly - another story), I am "reminded" DAILY that I am not an equal...
Walking through a park and see a family with a child: oh, that's right, I can't adopt.
Out to eat and watch happy newlyweds kiss: oh, right. can't marry
Watching couples holding hands and kissing: oh, right. Might "offend" someone.
These are only a FEW examples of thoughts that are continuously in my mind. It's nice to have a "day" where everyone is silent for the rites of the Gay Lesbian Transgender community (rather ,the GLBT Nation-as we span every country, race, and religion); but know that YEARS of improvement are yet to be tackled.
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Faced with the Divine, I was asked; "What one gift do you seek?"
I answered ever so meekly; "I seek Honor, Truth, Integrity, and Wisdom, yet those are four. How am I to choose?"
The answer came as a pounding whisper; "The four you seek are but one. I grant thee Compassion; for without it the four make none."
Author - me
[This message has been edited by dc1 (edited April 05, 2001).]
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