Latest Stories

Most recently published stories in Pride.

My Coming-Out Story
I had been on an Interrail trip in 1984 in an attempt to widen my horizons, to try things I never did before, and to demonstrate to my parents, that I wasn't their little boy anymore and could make my own decisions. My planning had nothing to do with my sexuality, but I should soon learn something else!
By Henrik Hagelandabout a year ago in Pride
20 Minutes of Ramblings....
This was my group assignment tonight in my work-group. The group I go to on Thursday nights and Friday morning is very unique. We spend 10 minutes listening to this vibrating bowl, you know the kind that they tap with a gong type of thing. Wow! Why is this so hard to explain!? 😂🤣Anyway, after the 10 minutes of meditation we write free write for 40 minutes. Same set up on Friday morning but instead we draw a random Tarot card and write about it. I have a whole collection of Tarot card poems that I have written.. But again, tonight was trying to write non stop, throwing away any prejudgements or critical voices. Just write and well, that's what I did. So here it is:
By ᔕᗩᗰ ᕼᗩᖇTYabout a year ago in Pride
Retired Drag Icon is Spreading Light this Holiday Season
Logan Hardcore was a celebrated drag performer, renowned for her biting humor and outrageous performances in New York City and on Fire Island. In September 2022, the performer shocked fans on Instagram, announcing that she was hanging up her heels to pursue other endeavors.
By Ben Nelsonabout a year ago in Pride
Artificial Intelligence: A Friend or Foe?
A Poem on the Promise and Peril of AI In the heart of silicon, a spark was born, A creation of logic, not flesh nor thorn,
By M K Giri (AI Writter)about a year ago in Pride
Smashby’s Torch Song is About More Than Moving On from Love
Smashby's latest single, “Love Myself (How I Used to Love You)”, marks an emotional and stylistic shift for the rising pop artist. Drawing inspiration from a past heartbreak, the song serves as an anthem of self-love and empowerment and delivers a message that will resonate with listeners who've experienced the pain of unrequited love and come out stronger on the other side.
By Ben Nelsonabout a year ago in Pride
A QVV Spooky Season Challenge
Spooky season is upon us and it´s time to celebrate! Some might see this season as a time of change, while others feel the veil between our world and the spiritual world thin. Some may dance in forests, while others trick-or-treat and stuff their mouths with candy. Sometimes we do both.
By Oneg In The Arcticabout a year ago in Pride
Hope in the light of Eos
She won't leave my mind, yet doubts creep in ... As they always do What do I do? Pursue ... or give up now? Beat the rush to the inevitable conclusion
By Savannah K. Wilsonabout a year ago in Pride
Heartstopper: Season 3 - Review
This month, the highly anticipated third season of Alice Oseman’s critically acclaimed Heartstopper debuted on Netflix. This season continues to explore the evolving relationship between Charlie and Nick, delving into deeper and more complex themes, such as mental health, sexuality, and personal growth for many of the ensemble cast.
By Ted Ryanabout a year ago in Pride
An (Aro)Ace in the Hole
Sex and romance have always been touchy subjects for me. That is not to say I'm the type to run screaming from the room when a kissing scene appears on TV or to gag at a picture of genitals in health class. While I've never minded approaching either subject from an intellectual standpoint, I can't relate from an emotional standpoint, and the thought of actively participating in either makes me uncomfortable. I view sex and romance the way some people view skydiving, fun in theory but not in practice.
By Morgan Rhianna Blandabout a year ago in Pride
Representative literature
Author: Dream Books Sanjeevi Discovering The Namesake mirrored my immigrant struggles, affirming my cultural identity and transforming feelings of alienation into pride, ultimately shaping my self-acceptance and love for diverse narratives in literature.
By Sanjeevi Kandasamyabout a year ago in Pride
Intervention. Top Story - October 2024.
A maxim I live by is to give people their flowers while they're still alive. One of the greatest influences I have had in my life was a man named Chris Hallam. "Hallam," as I knew him, offered friendship and guidance at a critical point in my life. His time and energy were more than I ever deserved.
By Jaye Poolabout a year ago in Pride
Represented. Content Warning.
In recent years, the visibility of LGBTQ+ individuals and their stories in mainstream media has grown exponentially. This shift has fostered greater understanding and empathy across diverse audiences. One particular moment that profoundly deepened my appreciation for the LGBTQ+ experience occurred when I watched the film Moonlight, directed by Barry Jenkins. This powerful coming-of-age story, centered on the life of a young Black man grappling with his identity and sexuality, became a catalyst for my understanding of the complexities and nuances of queer experiences, particularly those that intersect with race and class.
By Hansel Golden-Adahabout a year ago in Pride