My Purpose

I set this site and blog up long ago, but until now did not truly commit to use it. Blogging is a lot of work, I guess, but more than that, as I got older, I found my fire for our cause had dwindled. I was passionate about fighting for my rights years ago, but my passion was diluted by my career and social life, and more than that, I think I got used to the idea of being a second-class citizen. What infuriated me in my youth became something that, sadly, I learned to live with rather than fight against.  The evolution was not for the better.

While my passion dwindled, I had continued to be involved with the gay activist community, although not at the grass-roots level I had been used to.  Lately, though, I joined the Board of Directors of YouthPride, an Atlanta charity that serves lgbt youth and provides them with a safe space. It’s helped me remember the difficulties I faced growing up, and how different my adolescence could have been if I did not grow up in shame. I’m grateful for that.

So, I’ve recommited myself to get back on track, to fighting for the cause I’m most passionate about, and to hopefully inspire others to get involved as well. Let’s see how it goes