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Monday, September 15, 2025

Which Way Is The Wind Blowing?

The 1933 Berlin Reichstag Fire

The 1933 Reichstag Fire


Last week's senseless assignation of Charlie Kirk is a tragedy. Whatever your political views, violence is not the correct solution. The FBI announced the arrest of a suspect, 22-year-old Tyler Robinson, on Friday, but no motive has yet been announced.  

Utah Governor, Spencer Cox, made an emotional plea for an end to political violence. His plea; "An off-ramp":

"We can return violence with violence, we can return hate with hate, and that's the problem with political violence — it metastasizes because we can always point the finger at the other side." 

A "watershed moment": The governor framed the killing as a pivotal moment for the nation. With Americans having a choice between escalating division and finding a way to de-escalate. "Is this the end of a dark chapter in our history, or the beginning of a darker chapter?" he asked. 

I personally fear this to be the beginning of the darker chapter predicted. 

Charlie Kirk's widow spoke angrily Saturday with this threat "You have no ideal what you have unleashed" and "the cries of this widow will echo around the world like a battle cry".


On 27 February 1933, the German parliament building in Berlin, the Reichstag, went up in flames from an arson attack. Adolf Hitler skillfully harnessed the after effects of the Reichstag Fire to seize absolute power. Hitler claimed the fire was a Communist attempt to overthrow the government. He played upon public and political fears of chaos to consolidate his power, cementing the rise of his Nazi regime.  As the newly named Chancellor, he used the fire as an excuse to seize absolute control in Germany and ultimately declare himself Fuhrer. All this happened in little over a year.

Already the killing of Kirk is being used to further divide the nation. Steve Bannon, “We are at war in this country. We are!” Fox News host Jesse Watters also said Wednesday night, “They [liberals] are at war with us, whether we want to accept it or not. What are we gonna do about it?”  Trump confidant Laura Loomer, "No mercy. Jail every single Leftist who makes a 'threat' of political violence".

On Alex Jones' InfoWars Oathkeepers founder Stewart Rhodes, who was convicted of seditious conspiracy himself for his part in the Jan. 6 insurrection (later pardoned), called on Trump to “invoke the Insurrection Act and to declare the left in this country in obvious open rebellion against the law of the United States.” 

Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) is tearing into conservatives who “immediately” blamed Democrats for the death of Charlie Kirk. Crockett noted that some conservatives blamed the trans community for Kirk’s death “as soon as it happened.” Donald Trump Jr. and Megyn Kelly respectively said Thursday that trans people are “more violent” than Al-Qaeda and that many are “murderous.”

At a time when a calming voice is needed, Trump himself doubles down on blaming the 'radical left' after a vow to go after political violence: 

"The radicals on the left are the problem," Trump continued, "and they're vicious and they're horrible and they're politically savvy, although they want men and women sports, they want transgender for everyone, they want open borders..."

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With an ineffective congress and a politically bias Supreme Court, Kirk’s murder may give Trump the pretext to try to enact the wildest fantasies of his most extreme supporters. That may prove difficult without popular support or a legal structure to pull it off. However, it doesn’t take a weatherman to know which way the wind blows. 

I hope that this is not Americas' "Reichstag Fire Moment".














Saturday, September 13, 2025

Friday, September 12, 2025

I am a boy...

I can relate to this...


I’m a boy, Tone. My body is a male body and that’s okay. It’s more than being femme, though. I’m a boy with a lot of feminine traits, both in how I feel from day to day and how I like to dress, to present myself. I’m a boy and a girl both, in different ways. Some people call it gender-fluid.”


Anna Martin

Thursday, September 11, 2025

Wednesday, September 10, 2025

I Want to Break Free


Wikipedia:  I Want to Break Free" is a song by the British rock band Queen, written by their bassist John Deacon. It appears on the album The Works (1984), and was released in three versions: album, single and extended. The track became a staple of the band's 1984–85 Works Tour and their 1986 Magic Tour.

After its release in 1984, the song was well received in Europe and South America and is regarded as an anthem of the fight against oppression. The single reached only number 45 on the US Billboard Hot 100, but reached number three in the UK and was certified double platinum with over 1,200,000 copies sold. It also topped the charts of Austria, Belgium, and the Netherlands. The song features on the band's compilation album, Greatest Hits II.




Tuesday, September 9, 2025

SABRINA CARPENTER ON TRANS RIGHTS

So far, the VMAs have been void of any mentions of the current political climate. But that didn’t stop Sabrina Carpenter from making a bold statement at the show — even if she didn’t say a single word.



Sabrina Carpenter made history at the 2025 MTV VMAs with her debut live performance of “Tears.” Beyond the music, she used the stage to deliver a bold message: advocating for trans rights and celebrating queer visibility. Backed by drag performers and dancers carrying signs like “Protect Trans Rights” and “Support Local Drag,” her performance became one of the most talked-about moments of the night.

With multiple VMA nominations and her chart-topping album Man’s Best Friend debuting at #1 on the Billboard 200, Sabrina continues to prove she’s not just a pop star, but a powerful cultural voice. Her tribute to Britney Spears blended nostalgia with activism, creating a performance that was both artistic and political.


Monday, September 8, 2025

Why Are Dresses Better - A Feminine Differential

Talbots - Sleeveless Linen Blend Shift Dress - Damask Swirls

My note: I have been watching this Talbots "Sleeveless Linen Blend Shift Dress - Damask Swirls" for a good part of this season. I knew it would look good on me and the color blocking, swirls would be flattering.  I seldom wear a dress and its original $149 price was hard to justify. My mall's Talbots is right next to my Soma store and more than once shopping after work, I knew it would look good.  Last weekend Talbots had its 70% off markdowns weekend sale and $29.00 was a very good price.  I receive it a few day ago and it is just as imagined, flattering and feminine.  If interested, the price is back up, but watch for another sale.  

I remember the girls in my high school wearing "Shift Dresses", Anyone else remember them? Here is a definition of the Shift Dress: 

A shift dress is a simple, comfortable, straight-cut dress that hangs loosely from the shoulders, featuring a straight, unstructured silhouette without a defined waistline. Its "shift" or movement comes from its loose drape, allowing for ease and freedom of movement, making it a versatile and timeless garment that flatters most body types.


Why don't we wear dresses more?  Here is a discussion from Google AI:


Dresses are sometimes considered "better" than pants for reasons including increased comfort and freedom of movement due to their non-constricting design, effortless style as a complete outfit, and potential for greater breathability, particularly in warmer weather. Dresses can also create a more traditionally feminine appearance and offer flattering silhouettes that celebrate the body's shape. Additionally, wearing dresses can simplify the dressing process and provide a simple way to feel more polished and elegant.  


Sunday, September 7, 2025

political Cartoons 9-7-2025

 

Financial Malfeasance


The Palm Beach Post:

$218 million
The cost of Alligator Alcatraz, a detention facility in Florida, is estimated to be $218 million. This amount reflects the state's investment in converting a remote training airport into a detention center. If the facility were to be closed, the costs to shut it down would be between $15 million to $20 million immediately, and potentially another $15 million to $20 million to reinstall structures if allowed to reopen. 

According to AP: The amount — to be fronted by Florida taxpayers — is in line with the $450 million a year officials have estimated the facility will cost.









Saturday, September 6, 2025

Friday, September 5, 2025

I Though that Guns Were Not The Problem?

Trump DOJ is looking at ways to ban transgender Americans from owning guns


BY CNN



According to the Justice official:


The goal of the potential ban, according to the Justice official, is “to ensure that mentally ill individuals suffering from gender dysphoria are unable to obtain firearms...


In the wake of the Minneapolis Catholic church shooting, senior U.S. Justice Department officials are weighing proposals to limit transgender people’s right to possess firearms, according to two officials familiar with the internal discussions.

The talks, described as preliminary in nature, appear to build on an idea that has gained some currency in conservative media since the Minneapolis shooting that killed two children and injured 21, most of them children, at Annunciation Catholic Church, an attack that police say was carried out by a 23-year-old transgender woman.

Such a move would represent a dramatic escalation of the Trump administration’s fight against the rights of transgender Americans.

U.S. President Donald Trump has issued a series of executive orders on the topic, including one barring transgender people from serving in the military and another ordering federal prisons to move transgender inmates to facilities corresponding to their gender assigned at birth.

In addition, the idea of restricting gun rights has long been a red line for conservatives, with many Republican lawmakers and gun rights groups opposing red flag laws and or other policies aimed at keeping guns away from people suffering from mental health issues.

But Justice Department leadership is seriously considering whether it can use its rulemaking authority to follow on to Trump’s determination to bar military service by transgender people and declare that people who are transgender are mentally ill and can lose their Second Amendment rights to possess firearms, according to one Justice official.

Another senior Justice Department official cautioned that any such proposal, should it gain steam, would likely run into legal complications. Millions of Americans have mental health issues and many take medications, but are not a danger to society and therefore cannot have their rights infringed upon.

Federal law requires that a judge declare a person to be mentally “defective” before being stripped of their right to own firearms.

The vast majority of mass attacks in the US have no connection to transgender people. Still, after the deadly shooting last week, some conservative allies of the president quickly claimed that gender dysphoria – the psychological distress and discomfort some people feel when there’s a difference between their sex assigned at birth and their gender identity – is a mental illness that should bar citizens from purchasing a firearm.

The goal of the potential ban, according to the Justice official, is “to ensure that mentally ill individuals suffering from gender dysphoria are unable to obtain firearms while they are unstable and unwell.”

Because gender dysphoria is included in the American Psychiatric Association’s Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, also called the DSM, it is diagnosed as a mental disorder (The DSM is the handbook used by health care professionals as the authoritative guide in diagnosing mental disorders).

But the gender incongruence – having a gender identity that’s not the one assigned at birth – isn’t what makes gender dysphoria a mental disorder. Having clinically significant dysphoria around the incongruence is what makes it a disorder.

The DOJ under U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi has launched a broad effort to target gender-affirming care across the country, including sending more than 20 subpoenas to doctors and clinics who have provided transgender medical procedures to minors earlier this summer.

One of those subpoenas, made public through court proceedings, demanded that the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia turn over swaths of sensitive information about its treatments, including patient data like birthdays, social security numbers and addresses.

Bondi has previously advocated for some gun restricting laws. As Florida attorney general, she defended a state law that raised the age requirements for gun purchases in the wake of the Parkland school shooting in 2018.

She also worked on the policy to ban the use of bump stocks – which allow a shooter to convert a semi-automatic rifle into a weapon that can fire at a rate of hundreds of rounds a minute – during the first Trump administration. The US Supreme Court has since overturned the bump stock ban and Florida lawmakers are pushing to lower the age restriction on gun purchases.


Thursday, September 4, 2025

Wednesday, September 3, 2025

More Erasure Efforts

Trump administration threatens to pull federal funding from sex ed programs that mention transgender people



August 27, 2025
Jen Christensen


A division of the US Department of Health and Human Services told 40 states, five territories and the District of Columbia on Tuesday that they “are now on notice”: Some federally funded sex ed programs need to remove any mention of gender identity or transgender people, even in passing, or risk losing potentially millions of dollars.

The letter from the Trump administration says the programs need to remove “gender ideology content” from sex ed materials paid for through the State Personal Responsibility Education Program, which was created by the Affordable Care Act.

“Accountability is coming,” Acting Assistant HHS Secretary Andrew Gradison said in a news release Tuesday. “Federal funds will not be used to poison the minds of the next generation or advance dangerous ideological agendas.”

Begun in 2010, PREP’s ultimate goal is to prevent pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections, according to the US Family and Youth Services Bureau, an office of the Administration for Children & Families within HHS. Programs are meant to target groups including homeless youth, kids in foster care, people living in rural areas or areas with high teen birth rates, and young people who identify as being from “minority groups (including sexual minorities).”

Individual program details vary by state, but to get funding through the Personal Responsibility Education Program, they must design curricula that teach young people about abstinence and contraception.

The federal government had already approved the curriculum and program language before the funds were granted to the states or territories. But in April, ahead of a “medical accuracy review,” the letters said, the Administration for Children and Families identified program materials that “fall outside of the scope” of PREP: Most of the programs mention gender identity or transgender people in some fashion. According to the new letter, even a mere mention puts federal funds at risk.

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Remember When:


 He Lied!

"[I will]  do everything in my power to protect LGBTQ citizens from hateful ideology."

Tuesday, September 2, 2025

Monday, September 1, 2025

"Stay With Me"

We are all in shock by another insidious school shooting. Also, if you are not in "Shock" over the virulent attack on our community, post mass shooting, you should. Ignoring the most obvious cause/effect (guns and political inaptitude), we have become an easy target. (pun intended). As my friend wrote me last week "The story played right into Jessie Watters bend to hurt trans-people."

Medical shock is when there is a life threatening condition or pain that occurs depriving the body of sufficient blood flow to meet essential organ functions. The body moves into survival mode. 

Have you ever wondered why medical professionals say, "Stay with me"?  

According to Reddit: "The Medical staff monitors consciousness, simply because conscious patients are easier to treat. You can ask questions, you can find out where it hurts. You can ensure the airway is clear and that they is breathing. You can monitor mental state. In "real life it is done casually and encouragingly. Another reason is to calm a patient with chat."

It appears that our community is in such a deep state of shock that consciousness is waning. Are we going to let this frontal attack land so brutally, that we will slip into retreat and social death? That is what our enemies want; invisibility, then disappearance. 

Complacency is the enemy. Coming out / being out may be our best defense. There are more people that claim to have seen a ghost than have seen a transgender person. Although ghost can be friendly, transgenders are being painted as monsters. The world must know we are not mobsters! We are their bankers, lawyers, doctors, engineers, ministers, fathers... When inaccurate verbal assaults are made do you speak up? 

The "stay with me!', implies we will die [socially], if there is no consciousness.  

Friday, August 29, 2025

Mass Shootings - “Where the Blame Lies” (updated)

Are you kidding me?

Tucker Carlson: "Transgenderism is the most dangerous extremist movement in the US."

The Minnesota Star Tribune: "Slanted and dangerous anti-LGBTQ rhetoric has flooded social media in connection with the shooter’s gender identity."

WTF - I had 9118 views today - Not one person has commented to speak out for our community!

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Google AI:

Data shows that the overwhelming majority of mass shooters are cisgender men. While highly visible in the news, transgender people are responsible for less than 1% of mass shootings, and they are four times more likely to be victims of violent crime than cisgender people. 

NBC News:

The Gun Violence Archive, which maintains a database of shootings, estimates that 0.11% of known suspects in mass shootings were transgender over the past decade, said Mark Bryant, the archive’s executive director. The archive defines a mass shooting as one in which four or more people are injured or killed, not counting the shooter. There were many more instances in which trans people were victims, Bryant added. 

MSN:

Kennedy, who leads the Department of Health and Human Services, said his agency is “launching studies on the potential contribution of some of the SSRI drugs and some of the other psychiatric drugs that might be contributing to violence.”

Sen. Tina Smith (D-Minnesota) accused Kennedy of using the tragedy to spread disinformation to push a political agenda. “I dare you to go to Annunciation School and tell our grieving community that, in effect, guns don’t kill kids, antidepressants do,” she wrote on X. “Just shut up. Stop peddling bulls--t.”


According to a US Government Site: 



From August 1, 1966, to November 6, 2023, there were 184 publicly targeted fatal MS (3.2 per year) with 1342 total deaths and 2084 nonfatal injuries. Multiple firearms were present in 96 events (52.2%) (mean 3.1 per event); handguns were the most common firearm type (145 MS [78.8%] involved a handgun) followed by 55 (29.2%) that involved an AW, but only 13 (7.1%) involved AWs exclusively. Incidents with AWs (vs without) were more likely to have multiple firearms (45 [81.8%] vs 51 [39.5%]) and shooters with no firearms experience


Thursday, August 28, 2025

Hoodie Jeans Jacket

 



I have a short vacation planned for mid-September, New England. Thinking (hoping) for a cool break, I saw this denim hoodie on Amazon.  I am seeing possibilities, with shorts in South Florida later this fall.  Hoodie and shorts - what is wrong with that picture. 

Also, some morning on the motorcycle ride a jackets feels good. I think a good option.  

I don't think I have ever owned a hoodie. However, this one had appeal for cool mornings at a open-air cafe or walk. I received it today and the one I ordered has weird coloring, so back it went. I reordered a different one (below) and hoping for the best. I love the fit and pullover style. The 3/4 pushup sleeves are my favorite.  


Amazon - Women's Half Zip Denim Hoodie Pullover Jacket Jean Sweatshirt Tops

Here are several styling tips. 

  • OCCASIONS: The Fashion Women's Half Zip Pullover Denim Hoodie Is Versatile For Various Occasions, Offering A Blend Of Casual Comfort And Stylish Flair. It Can Be Worn For Everyday Activities, Casual Outings, And Relaxed Social Gatherings.

  • MATCHING: The Cute Womens Hoodies Pullover Presents Limitless Styling Options. Combine It With Distressed Jeans And Sneakers For A Laid-back Feel, Or Drape It Over Sleek Black Leggings And Ankle Boots To Achieve A Sophisticated Urban Look.

  • DESIGN: This Thin Women Zip Up Jean Jacket Hoodie Features A Distinctive Drawstring Hood And Half-Zipper, While The Stretchable Cuffs And Waist Elastic Rope Ensure A Comfortable Fit And Unrestricted Mobility.


Wednesday, August 27, 2025

Sarah McBride Speaks Out

 Transgender Democrat accuses Trump of 'all-out assault' against 'American democracy'


Democratic Rep. Sarah McBride of Delaware




Democratic Rep. Sarah McBride of Delaware, who identifies as a transgender woman, accused President Donald Trump of waging an attack against "American democracy."

In a Monday night post on the lawmaker's @Rep_McBride X account declared:

"This president is taking notes from his favorite dictator. Let’s be clear: a president with popular policies wouldn’t need to illegally gerrymander districts, ban voting machines, or abolish vote-by-mail," 

 "This is an all-out assault not just on free and fair elections—but on American democracy itself." 

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Is there anyone else but me thinking that Pete Buttigieg and Sarah McBride would make a wonderful match-up to run in three years? Just how bad would Trump have to screw up for this to happen?  OH - He already has.

Go Pete and Sarah!



Watch a clip of Sarah McBride on The Conversation with Dasha Burns



Tuesday, August 26, 2025

Skechers D'Lites

 

My Favorite - Skechers Women's D'Lites Fresh Start Sneaker Memory Foam, Fashion, Lace-up (comes in Wide)




According to Google AI: Can Men Wear Women's D'Lites? 

Universal Appeal:

The D'Lites are an iconic fashion sneaker with a style that transcends gender, appealing to a broad range of users.  

Comfort:

Many wearers, including men, find them extremely comfortable for various activities and all-day wear, such as walking, biking, and general housework. 

Monday, August 25, 2025

The Gap - Two Transgender Women

Older Transgender Woman Meets Young Transgender Woman  

These two transgender women shared how their experiences differed half a century apart...



June 29, 2022:

To celebrate Pride Month we filmed a special episode of The Gap with two incredible transgender women. We brought together Caroyln Mercer, 75, and Cambell Kenneford (  / cambellkenneford  , 27 to talk about how things have changed over time and their experiences. 


Friday, August 22, 2025

Then and Now - Stana

 

Our beloved Stana from The famous Femulate Blog!

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Here are my Now and Then photos - 40 years apart! 
 Thanks Stana for sharing. 



Thursday, August 21, 2025

Feminine Differential - Paperbag Waist

Paperbag Pants


You think pants are not feminine?  Think again... For blending purposes I tend to wear more pants these days than skirts and dresses. I am in a unique position working part-time at a mall store catering exclusively to women, There I see what women wear. Typically pants, short and few skirts. 

In my case, I am always looking for ways to make the pants look, more feminine. The paperbag waist look helps. 

Google AI describes the look:

Paperbag waist pants are a type of high-waisted pants that feature a gathered or ruffled waistband, often cinched with a tie or belt. The excess fabric above the cinched waist creates a "paperbag" effect. 


Styling Tips:

  •  Pair with fitted or cropped tops: This helps balance the volume of the pants and highlight the waist.
  • Tuck in blouses or sweaters: Creates a polished look and emphasizes the paperbag waist.
  • Layer with slim jackets or blazers: Avoid bulky layers that can overwhelm the silhouette.
  • Wear with shoes that add height: Heels, wedges, or platform shoes can help elongate the legs, especially with wider leg styles.
  • Experiment with different tying methods: A simple knot or a feminine bow can add personalized flair. 


I found this look a few years back in a pair of white jeans, short-shorts. The look is great and blousing a top added. Do you have any Paperbag pants / shorts? What do you think?

If shopped  Lascana this morning and found these lovelies. I love their tag line;

 "It's A Woman's World"




White Graphic print t-shirt  with the two faces

Black high waisted paperbag pants

2 pk eyelet tops (white and Black also Rose and Mint available

Paperbag waist ankle pants








Wednesday, August 20, 2025

Then and Now - Elaine Saunders

'80s and 2024


 From Flicker: This is another of my very old photos from the early 80s and restored by the lovely Tiffany. I do remember wearing this pretty navy plaid dress and loved the square neckline and cute short puffed sleeves, which gave it a sweet young style. I remember dressing as a girl very regularly around this time and had started contacting others via WOTV magazine adverts. In those pre-internet days, it was such a lifeline.


My Note:  I found Elaine's lovely photos of Flicker.  Her photos were my inspiration for the "Then and Now" series.  I assume that the material is available for use being in the public domain.  If anyone is unhappy my my research and photo use, please "comment" me and it will be promptly removed.  


Sorry I did not get more real responses.  Just trying for something personal and interesting.  



Tuesday, August 19, 2025

Terence Stamp - Actor in "Priscilla, Queen of the Desert."

 A Cock In A Frock On A Rock"

Terence Stamp, British actor

Terence Stamp, the British actor who became synonymous with Swinging London in the 1960s, has died, his family said Sunday, according to Reuters. He was 87 years old.

Stamp first came to prominence when he took on the titular role in the 1962 film “Billy Budd.” The black and white drama, directed by Peter Ustinov, who also starred, saw Stamp nominated for an Academy Award for best supporting actor - the only Oscar nomination of his lengthy career.

His many screen credits also included his role as drag queen Bernadette in the 1990s Australian comedy “The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert.”



The line "a cock in a frock on a rock" is a famous quote from the movie The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert. It's delivered by the character Bernadette Bassenger, played by Terence Stamp, according to IMDb. 

The line is a sarcastic and witty remark made in response to the idea of a performance taking place on a rock formation. The movie, released in 1994, follows three drag performers as they journey across the Australian Outback in a bus named Priscilla. 

Sunday, August 17, 2025

Until Recently, The Question Remained Theoretical...

My note: Please if you don't read any article this year read this one.  It is both insightful and terrifying.   


The Nazis Made A Horrifying Move In 1933. I'm Terrified Trump Is Now Doing The Exact Same Thing.


 By: Ali Moss
Mar 23, 2025


“Until recently, the question remained theoretical. But it’s not an exaggeration to say that President Trump is running plays straight out of Hitler’s playbook".

E. at the Queer Britain
museum in London
 [The] GOP operatives spent an astounding $222 million on anti-trans and anti-LGBTQ+ advertising in the 2024 cycle — more than on housing, immigration and the economy combined. Since Inauguration Day, the drumbeat of discriminatory actions and executive orders against trans Americans has made my heart race and kicked my anxiety into overdrive. The White House has refused to issue passports reflecting applicants’ gender identities, attacked providers of gender-affirming care, banned trans service members from the military, prevented schools from supporting students who transition, eliminated protections against spying on LGBTQ+ citizens, regulated bathroom use, benched trans kids from sports, transferred trans women into men’s prisons and targeted LGBTQ+ civil servants. It has also deleted references to trans and nonbinary people on government websites from the State Department and CDC to the Park Service’s page for the Stonewall National Monument.

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Until recently, the question remained theoretical. But it’s not an exaggeration to say that President Trump is running plays straight out of Hitler’s playbook. And it’s not just the hypervigilance I inherited that makes me take note. Trans kids like E. are canaries in the coal mine. If we don’t stand up for them and stop Trump in his tracks, history makes patently clear where this path leads. You may not bear the brunt of this persecution yourself. Your children might be fine. But, as M. Gessen argues with ferocious eloquence:

The reason you should care about this is not that it could happen to you but that it is already happening to others.”

That should be enough.

Read all...

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Political Cartoons 8-17-2025


 









Saturday, August 16, 2025

Friday, August 15, 2025

Now and Then - Caitlin Ann

 

Caitlin Ann


The "Red Dress" photo is from an AIDS benefit in Bethlehem, PA called the "SnoBall."  It was a black-tie affair with about a hundred men, 15 cis couples, and a dozen of "us."  The photo is from 2008.  I had the gown custom made for me. (It was the only ball gown I've ever owned,). Hair and makeup by Amanda Richards.  The ball was held at the historic Hotel Bethlehem which was all dressed up for Christmas. There was a silent auction and then dinner and dancing.  My first time in a gown and my first time to such a wonderful affair, and the first time I was asked to dance by a handsome, tall, man wearing a tuxedo! Cait



Thursday, August 14, 2025

Now and Then - Daze 30 years

 

Daze from UK

Thanks so much for participating Daze.  Love the smile... Thirty years - you look great. 


Want to see more?  E-mail your "Now and Then" photo.