Identity
Beyond the Label: Giofromdablock is the Rapper the LGBTQ Community Deserves by NWO Sparrow
Giofromdablock Isn’t Your ‘Representation,’ He’s Your Competition The rising hip-hop artist isn’t here to be a token; he’s here to take the throne, and his music is the only statement he needs to make.
By NWO SPARROW4 months ago in Pride
Taking a Huge Leap of Faith
Six months ago, I wrote a story about how being gay and a Christian was acceptable. Yes, I can be both. Why should I choose one over the other? I know it's a bit controversial, but I'm not ashamed to say it. For the past five years, I've been through so many heartbreaks and challenges. One of them was the passing of my beloved grandfather in the summer of 2022. He was the only relative that I was close with and I took his loss very hard. I wasn't able to attend his funeral in New York, due to work commitments and transportation issues. So, I didn't get a chance to say goodbye to him. An enormous amount of guilt hovered over my head. Nearly a week after he was laid to rest, I continued to go to work, despite me feeling distraught and filled with emotions. This feeling was present up to the one-year anniversary of my grandfather's passing. At the time, I had feelings of self-doubt and not being good enough at work. I considered quitting my job several times, due to the fact that the person that I loved so much was no longer here and dealing with confidence issues. However, I made a promise to myself and my late grandfather that I wouldn't quit the career that has been rewarding and respected by everyone at the office.
By Mark Wesley Pritchard 4 months ago in Pride
More Than a Letterman: How the Wool Varsity Jacket Become a Queer Icon of Comfort and Courage
More Than a Letterman: How the Wool Varsity Jacket Become a Queer Icon of Comfort and Courage Picture this: the crisp autumn air nips at your skin. You reach into your closet, past the delicate cardigans and the flowy blouses, and pull out a heavyweight, timeless piece. It’s not just any jacket. It’s an all-wool varsity jacket. As you slip it on, the weight is immediate a comforting, grounding embrace. The soft wool collar brushes against your cheek, and for a moment, you feel an unexpected sense of power. This isn't just a fashion statement; it's an armor of authenticity. All wool varsity jackets
By David Femboy4 months ago in Pride
How Hooded Varsity Jackets Became a Staple of Femboy Expression
Beyond the Bleachers: How Hooded Varsity Jackets Became a Staple of Femboy Expression We all have that one item in our closet that feels like a secret weapon. It’s more than just fabric and thread; it’s a statement, a comfort, a piece of armor. For a growing number of people, especially within the femboy community, that item is the humble >>> hooded varsity jacket.
By David Femboy4 months ago in Pride
How the Classic Varsity Jacket Become a Staple of Femboy Fashion
More Than a Letterman: How the Classic Varsity Jacket Become a Staple of Femboy Fashion We all have that one item in our closet that feels like a secret superpower. For some, it’s a pair of perfectly broken-in boots. For others, it’s a dress that swishes just right. For me, and for a growing number of people exploring their style, that item is the >> classic varsity jacket.
By David Femboy4 months ago in Pride
Clayton Kershaw Announces His Retirement
After an 18-year MLB career (all with the Los Angeles Dodgers), pitcher Clayton Kershaw announced that he'll be retiring at the end of the season, via the Dodger's X account. He'll make his final start on Friday against the San Francisco Giants. Notice in the subtitle that I referred to him as a World Series Champion, singular, and not a two-time World Series Champion, because I still refuse to acknowledge that World Series win as valid, due to it being a pandemic year, and I never will. The main reason is because it would've been inappropriate for me to do so at a time where people were stuck at home and lost their jobs. I would go over his stats and accomplishments, but he has infuriated me so much and later found out that he was a card-carrying bigot, that I could no longer defend or support him ever again, so they're not worth mentioning. More on his bigoted demeanor in a bit. My first impressions of Clayton Kershaw were positive, and I thought he was one of the best pitchers that have ever played the game. Now, I see him as a heartless, disgruntled bigot. I could no longer see him as one of the best pitchers in MLB, nor consider him as the "Face of the Dodgers". That label goes to Freddie Freeman, who is the only Dodgers player I like and respect. Now, let's go over a couple of reasons why I now heavily despise him.
By Mark Wesley Pritchard 4 months ago in Pride
Observations On The Vocal Pride Community
Introduction I was wondering what to write about and thought I would look through the Vocal Communities. My usual posts are Poets and Fiction for creative works, then I do Beat, Confessions and Writers and after that Chapters, Art and various others.
By Mike Singleton 💜 Mikeydred 5 months ago in Pride
What’s a Femboy? Breaking Down the Meaning, Culture, and Misconceptions
If you’ve been on the internet in the past few years, chances are you’ve come across the term femboy. From social media hashtags to online fashion trends, the word has gained popularity, but not everyone truly understands what it means. Some people think it’s a label for a certain style, while others confuse it with sexual orientation or gender identity. In reality, the concept of a femboy is more nuanced, rooted in self-expression, personal identity, and cultural evolution.
By David Femboy5 months ago in Pride
