Few things have the power to provoke feelings of being alone, unwanted, unloved in my life… until I came across ‘VOTE NO’ signs for MN’s marriage amendment kicked to the ground, dismantled and scattered along the sidewalk in my ‘heart of uptown’ neighborhood this morning. My community has always been one of tolerance, acceptance and love, but this heartless act jolted my mind into a moment of truth. Simply stated: ‘there is still plenty of work to be done’. I must continue sharing my story, thank family and friends for their outward support and believe that love and acceptance will prevail over intolerance, bigotry and prejudice.

Facebook friend, October 14, 2012

A powerful reminder that we still have much work to do. Even in the Twin Cities, where there are a sea of vote NO signs, there is still ignorance and misunderstanding.

Let these words ring true for you as well:

I must continue sharing my story, thank family and friends for their outward support and believe that love and acceptance will prevail over intolerance, bigotry and prejudice.

Together, we can educate and influence change. It starts with you and me.