Profiles
Live Free: Olivia Hill Shares Her Story
We all know, deep down, when we are different from what society deems “normal.” There can be an internal struggle, external battles with loved ones and oftentimes loneliness.
Supporting Youth: A Matter of Life and Death
In larger cities and metro areas, it’s becoming easier to find resources and services for the LGBT+ community. This is something that’s taken many years and a lot of blood, sweat and tears. Now, it’s members of the community in the suburbs and rural areas that are working to bring resources and services to their areas.
Community
Today’s LGBT+ Lesson: Pronouns
Gender neutral pronouns have been around for centuries. At least as far back as 12th century Old English, the pronouns were almost indistinguishable, which prompted the use of ‘she’ to distinguish the male and female pronoun from each other. In 1789, William H....
Ask Allie: Finding Trans Youth Role Models
by Sarah Rutledge Fischer Dear Allie,Last November, watching Kamala Harris take the stage as the first someone-who-looks-like- me to be elected Vice President of the United States, I found myself sobbing uncontrollably. I have always known that representation is...
Dr. Kimberly Looney is Assuring Healthcare Access for All
story and photos by Savannah Bearden, Director of Communications Planned Parenthood of Tennessee and North Mississippi Someone becoming what other people may not think they should be – but who they inherently feel like they are – must feel like being set free.– Dr....
Art & Culture
Get on Board!
by Nick Lingerfelt | photos courtesy of Elizabeth Dotson Elizabeth Dotson’s life has always revolved around food. She’s a preacher’s daughter, but she doesn’t minister in a pulpit. She evangelizes through Parmesan cheese and pepperoni. Dotson owns Boardable 615, a...
Hollywood Insider
story by Romeo San Vicente Selena Gomez is going to climb every Mountain One of this year’s TV pleasures has been watching a homebound Selena Gomez earnestly trying to learn to cook via Zoom calls with various famous chefs on her HBO Max series Selena + Chef. We had...
Justin Utley Releases New Holiday Single, “All is Bright”
In “All is Bright,” the first holiday release from the OUTMusic Award-winning singer/songwriter, Justin Utley sings how even during these dark and tumultuous times, there’s still a silver lining.
Travel
Pride Journey: Monterey, California
Monterey is home to a ton of sea life. We had the opportunity to take a guided kayak tour of Monterey Bay given by a company called Adventures by the Sea. During our one-hour excursion, we passed dozens of seals, otters, sea lions and other marine animals.
Traveling During the Pandemic
Please do what you personally feel is best when making the decision to fly this holiday season to keep you and your family safe and healthy. If you’re in doubt, consult with your physician.
By Plane, Train, or Automobile
We love our pets and want them to experience life with us. They want to spend their life with us. What better way to make memories than by traveling to see the world (or at least parts the country)? Here are a few travel tips to help you and your pet get to your next destination.