We are marching ever-forward towards a better world. Here are a few of my favorite wins, and joyful actions you can take this weekend to help keep moving forwards.
I have a small action a person could take? Check out LGBTQ+ materials, particularly children’s and teens materials from your public library. Request them if you don’t find something you are looking for. I’m a children’s librarian, we don’t keep track of who checks out what but we *do* keep track of how often materials check out. It helps gives us hard numbers that show people want and use these materials. It can be helpful if something gets challenged.
Love the line in your counterpoint "there is no competition here" 🙌 yes! Too many of us are conditioned to be caregivers but not care-receivers. Love demands both.
Thank you for this post! I have been looking for a way to help my daughter and her wife, who live on the opposite coast from me. I had a conversation with my office mate, who suggested as you did, that I check out our local center! I didn’t know that even existed! The website gave me information about a city center that supports LGBTQIA+ at all ages and across the spectrum. There is a library and facilitated meetings and even a section for allies. Love the one we’re with and keep in touch with the kids on the other coast. I am thrilled to be of use! I will be at an organizations meet & greet this coming week! 🏳️⚧️🏳️🌈
I have a small action a person could take? Check out LGBTQ+ materials, particularly children’s and teens materials from your public library. Request them if you don’t find something you are looking for. I’m a children’s librarian, we don’t keep track of who checks out what but we *do* keep track of how often materials check out. It helps gives us hard numbers that show people want and use these materials. It can be helpful if something gets challenged.
Love the line in your counterpoint "there is no competition here" 🙌 yes! Too many of us are conditioned to be caregivers but not care-receivers. Love demands both.
THANK YOU!!! this made me feel better :)
Thank you for this post! I have been looking for a way to help my daughter and her wife, who live on the opposite coast from me. I had a conversation with my office mate, who suggested as you did, that I check out our local center! I didn’t know that even existed! The website gave me information about a city center that supports LGBTQIA+ at all ages and across the spectrum. There is a library and facilitated meetings and even a section for allies. Love the one we’re with and keep in touch with the kids on the other coast. I am thrilled to be of use! I will be at an organizations meet & greet this coming week! 🏳️⚧️🏳️🌈
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