Do You Believe?

Historic DOMA/Prop 8 Rally

We were ecstatic to be a part of DOMA/Prop 8 Rally on Christopher Street last year. It was a most unforgettable day for all of us in NYC. The rally was held outside of The Stonewall Inn - the landmark bar where The Gay Rights Movement began. Edith Windsor (the lesbian who took on DOMA) gave a powerfully touching speech as the crowd cheered. Love was in the air on this hot, humid historic day. The streets were filled with a diverse crowd celebrating with signs, flags, big smiles, hugs and tears. There were news reporters, photographers and a sea of people from all over who wanted to experience and relish this special moment. Everybody was OUT in the streets!

If you're unable to view the video below, please click on this link: DOMA/Prop 8 Rally at Stonewall NYC

It's ironic for us that The Marriage Equality Act was passed in New York when we were in California and that California's Prop 8 was struck down when we were in NYC ! What's that about?

Outside of The Stonewall Inn

Either way, the fact remains that DOMA was overturned on Wednesday 6/26/13 and that it was a federal ruling. We are now "all equal" - so why don't I believe it? It's one year later and even though Marriage Equality has passed in several other States, there are still haters out there.

The local newspaper called to ask us for a reaction to the ruling for their story. I said "... it took a long time for people to realize that the world wasn't flat too... we are finally just 'as good' as everyone else..."

The Rally on Christopher Street

How great that the decision happened to coincide with NYC's Gay Pride celebration and what an extra special celebration it was for all of us. How perfect that Cher (one of the gayest icons)  performed at the NYC Pride Dance on the Pier. So yes, Cher I guess I do "Believe".

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Fine - A Four Letter Word

Fine. It's a four letter word I never use... until the other day. I was talking to my best friend on the phone when he asked how I felt and I slowly answered fine. I thought for once I'd edit my response, not complain and try to be PC. Who the hell was I kidding? This is my best friend for many years and he wasn't buying it...

Friend:  Are you kidding me? Fine. Really?

Me:  Yeah, I'm trying to be positive. I'm fine.

Friend: You're full of it, that's not you. You always say how you feel! (Pause) What's wrong?

Me: Okay, you're right.

Friend: Fine is NOT acceptable.

Me:  I know, I know. I hate that word. I think it's the first time I ever used the word fine to describe anything. What was I thinking? It's a horrible word.

Friend: I know, right?

Me: Absolutely! I am not fine. I feel terrible. I'm upset. I'm pissed off the play didn't make the final cut and I haven't slept much the last few nights. I've been a raving bitch and that's not even the half of it! Fine? F*ck FINE. It's a four letter word and I will never use it again to describe my feelings or answer a question.

Friend: Thank you, my sentiments exactly.

Me: Thanks for listening, you know me too well. Enough about me, how are you doing?

Friend: Oh thanks for asking. I'm really fine.

Me: No you're really a bitch.

Friend: Yeah, a fine bitch! Gotcha.

Me: So, talk to you tomorrow and I promise no more four letter words.

Friend: Really? Since when? I wouldn't know you any other way.

Me: Fine.

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