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Woke up this morning and for some reason, it just hit different. You know that feeling, right? We've all been taken hostage by this thing that has us staying at home to protect ourselves, our families, and others--I'm more happy to do it. I feel privileged to be able to do it.
But today, just felt incredibly sad. Maybe it's all the news catching up with me, talking to friends & families that have lost loved ones, worried about my brothers and sister in a city I called home for many years (NYC), the people that are on the front lines of this thing.
Risking their lives & the inequality. It can get overwhelming for all of us at times. And as insignificant as it sounds in these times of extraordinary sacrifice by so many & lives lost, the fact that the man I love is quarantined by himself in Utah
(He's stationed in the Air Force) & I'm here alone in California during our Anniversary made me miss him and human connection even more. Then I saw all the DM's & comments you all left about our anniversary post & well--let's just say it definitely overwhelmed me with emotion.
Coming out for me (& my partner) was very challenging in different ways. Individually we haven't had the easiest time as gay men. And as an interracial gay couple with a noticeable age difference, that's only added another layer of having to confront some uncomfortable,
and hateful situations in the world. But we love each other and truly believe in the power of good. So, THANK YOU! You all will never know the healing power a "nod" or "congratulations" has had right in this moment. It's one of inclusion.
One of feeling like you're not on the outside. Your show of support means more than I (we) can even express. I didn't want it to go unnoticed. These unique times have only heightened the fact that humanity shouldn't go unnoticed, celebrated, and lifted up.
Whats's happening in the world right now has exposed many unpleasant truths, but it has also brought to the surface the beauty, grace, love, and endurance of people everywhere.
Every day I'm blown away by people's caring, kindness & light towards others as we all try to figure this thing out.
THANK YOU for shining some of that light in this direction.
I hope you & the people you love are safe, healthy & in good mental/physical health. Love You. -A
THANK YOU for shining some of that light in this direction.
I hope you & the people you love are safe, healthy & in good mental/physical health. Love You. -A
