Identity

Not a Misery Chick. Runner-up in Represented Challenge.
When I was younger, My peers thought I was "abnormal" because I didn't have crushes like the others, Or if I did, they lived in stories,
By Karina Thyra2 years ago in Pride
Thoughts of Home
Twilight descends, and the world dons a quiet sepia veil. Gentle aches begin to tug at the heartstrings, awakening forgotten memories thought lost to time.
By Antoni De'Leon2 years ago in Pride
Breaking Society's Dark Mirror
The Killer … The Villain … The Peado … The Joke … That’s how I saw any representations of people like me for the majority of my life, even as a little kid. I didn’t know how to explain to anyone how I felt, so to be fair I didn’t always see trans women characters in the media as a representation of me so to speak … because for a while I didn’t know what the words were … I just felt like a girl, but I was told I was a boy and needed to watch ‘boy shows’ - but secretly, this gal always preferred to watch She-Ra over He-Man … but one show that was called a ‘boy show’ I loved was The Transformers (three guesses why lol!)
By Savannah K. Wilson2 years ago in Pride
Growing up gay. Top Story - September 2024.
When I was growing up: I chased this one girl around the table in our kindergarten classroom. I wanted to pretend she was the bride and I was the groom.
By ᔕᗩᗰ ᕼᗩᖇTY2 years ago in Pride
Nothing like a good book
I grew up in the late 60s, and by the time I hit 6, it was pretty clear I was gay. There was this girl in kindergarten I would chase around the table, just trying to steal a kiss every day.
By ᔕᗩᗰ ᕼᗩᖇTY2 years ago in Pride
Represented
I clearly recall the moment I truly recognised myself in a fictional character. I was browsing Netflix while lounging on my couch when I saw The Get Down. I was drawn in by the show's lively energy, but Shaolin Fantastic, one of the main characters, truly captured my attention. Something about him struck a deep chord with me, whether it was his hustle, his confidence, or his love of music.
By Rhymaflow Maven2 years ago in Pride
Rainbow Reflections. Runner-up in Represented Challenge.
I gaze into the media mirror expecting to see me. But I must be a vampire because it is empty. Skinny Asians with straight hair
By kateresa2 years ago in Pride
In a Box
Don't touch me. Trapped inside a man's body, I hide. Shrinking down to waste. I peek through the slats on the box. Wondering how-
By Barb Dukeman2 years ago in Pride
I’m Pregnant with my Husband’s Boyfriend’s Baby. Runner-up in Represented Challenge.
I grew up during the times of Pound Puppies, Micro Machines, Breakfast Clubs, Blockbuster, John Waters, Queen Latifah, Maury Povich, Ricki Lake, and a viral pandemic I was too young to understand.
By Amos Glade2 years ago in Pride
How to Wear Rudraksha: A Comprehensive Guide
Rudraksha beads hold significant spiritual and healing powers in Hindu culture. Anyone can wear them regardless of gender, age, or cultural background. This guide will explore how to wear Rudraksha, the preparation process, rules to follow, and tips for caring for your beads to harness their full potential.
By M K Giri (AI Writter)2 years ago in Pride
A Human. Top Story - September 2024.
From the perspective of a straight man like myself, I took in the prowess and power of Jeffrey Wright’s Tony-Award winning performance as Belize in the groundbreaking play by Tony Kushner, Angels in America. I didn’t actually see the play but I noticed the bravura of Wright’s performance adapted to the small screen when the production appeared on HBO in 2003 as a miniseries. The captivating way he uses Mr. Kushner’s words allowed me to reconsider everything I knew about the LGBTQ+ community. He did one thing: make everyone human.
By Skyler Saunders2 years ago in Pride
A Queen for the Quiet Queers. Runner-up in Represented Challenge.
At the ripe old age of five, I knew I was queer. Did I know the word or what it meant? No. Did I have a child-like crush on my best girl friend? Yes.
By kp2 years ago in Pride