tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17568814.post662612838583576561..comments2023-07-20T03:25:34.929-07:00Comments on Naked at Our Age - Joan Price - Sex & Aging Views & News: “Can I vote on your marriage?”Joan Pricehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06423337694076541862noreply@blogger.comBlogger8125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17568814.post-71257255267235477172008-11-28T23:52:00.000-08:002008-11-28T23:52:00.000-08:00I just can't fathom the rabid attitude of some fol...I just can't fathom the rabid attitude of some folks about whom and how humans can love.<BR/><BR/>I recall talking with a woman I've known for decades; she came out to me when she was about 22. She told me that she *knew* she was "different" at the age of four ... She realized what the difference was instantly when she first read about homosexuality. I remember her words about this epiphany: "I was saturated with certainty."<BR/><BR/>Her first love has been her only love -- They've been together for 22 years now. They met; they clicked; they bonded; that was it. LOVE.<BR/><BR/>What else could possibly matter?!Jaliyahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02868006713291780694noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17568814.post-20831002498854409392008-11-17T15:00:00.000-08:002008-11-17T15:00:00.000-08:00The people in these "churches" who call themselves...The people in these "churches" who call themselves "Christians" should all read Carol's comment.<BR/><BR/>Wow, I had some inkling about the things that used to be done to contrary women, but this is the real story, a real experience. Brought out into the open, about time.<BR/><BR/>Thanks, Carol, for sharing. Blessings to you.<BR/><BR/>paulaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17568814.post-28566030301425006622008-11-17T14:50:00.000-08:002008-11-17T14:50:00.000-08:00The protests in support of gay marriage and full e...The protests in support of gay marriage and full equality under the law for gays and lesbians are so wonderful and heartening! democracy lives! I'm so grateful that we have all come this far that so many people of all stripes are standing up for liberty and justice.<BR/><BR/>We'll probably allow gay marriage here in Alabama when donkeys fly, but many of us are cheering you on! I'm part of a community within our city that includes humans of all ages, sexual orientations, genders, ethnic backgrounds . . . what have I left out? We welcome a diversity of points of view, agreeing to disagree and being together anyway. I go to a church where gays and lesbians, including couples, are embraced the same as everyone is, without it being a big deal. So maybe one day donkeys will sprout wings.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17568814.post-80313320275528703672008-11-17T14:01:00.000-08:002008-11-17T14:01:00.000-08:00I am almost 70 years old. I came out when I was 12...I am almost 70 years old. I came out when I was 12 in 1950. It was the McCarthy Era and he was going after communists for the most part, but anyone else who was different. <BR/><BR/>At 12 I wasn't sure of WHAT I was, but I knew what I felt and which sex those feelings flowed toward. At 14 I was "arrested" by the Fort Wayne, Indiana police department on suspicion of being a homosexual. <BR/><BR/>They scared me to death because I was still sorting out my sexuality and I could talk to no one about this incident. Not my family and certainly there were no support groups around back then. <BR/><BR/>That anger was with me for a long time and mostly aimed at me; big depressions, suicidal, shame, you name it. <BR/><BR/>After years and years of hiding, I finally came out publicly at the age of 40 here in Sonoma County. All of my unspoken rage and anger began to set me free. <BR/><BR/>I am not concerned about being able to marry, but I am deeply disappointed that my history and others who experienced even worse things like shock treatment, being put in mental institutions, driven from their homes and their families, etc., etc, continues to be brought forward by ignorance and fear that gave up Prop 8. <BR/><BR/>Each time we attempt to obtain our Constitution rights,some religious people tell us it is because we make a choice to be gay, like we wake up one day and say, "Oh I think I'll be gay!" Who in the hell would want to be battered and beaten down every time they try to stand up as who they are by choosing to be gay? <BR/><BR/>I was born to be who I am, sexuality and all the other parts of me. Maybe the real fear is that the gays who are "married" will show them how good we are at it. After all, heterosexual marriage hasn't been the most successful unions on the planet. <BR/><BR/>Give us a chance; educate yourself, stopping hurting and denying others their civil rights.<BR/><BR/> Sometimes I wonder how anyone would want a leader of a church to tell them how to run their own lives; it puzzles me greatly. It makes me wonder how many people are actually behind our gaining our rights, but are afraid to stand up for themselves. <BR/><BR/>Well, I will stand up for myself and will stand with my gay brothers and sisters every time until we get what we deserve; ALL our rights NOW.<BR/> <BR/>CarolAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17568814.post-19211993798627191582008-11-17T13:46:00.000-08:002008-11-17T13:46:00.000-08:00Another word of gratitude for participating in the...Another word of gratitude for participating in the rally and adding your magic vibes and your heart. Another NO against Prop. 8 and its point of view will add strength to the very sure and secure future of equality in marriage, relationships, sexual preferences.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17568814.post-80052951849327149502008-11-16T18:10:00.000-08:002008-11-16T18:10:00.000-08:00I was amazed at the explosion of spontaneous demon...I was amazed at the explosion of spontaneous demonstrations following the vote to take rights away from California citizens. What a privilege to have your first-hand account and photos. I just adore your title, too. When people feel righteous anger they sure do come up with some great protest slogans.<BR/>Thanks, Joan,<BR/>Sue Katz, author<BR/>Thanks But No Thanks: The Voter's Guide to Sarah Palin<BR/>Blog-Consenting Adult www.suekatz.comAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17568814.post-52763153056257587632008-11-16T15:54:00.000-08:002008-11-16T15:54:00.000-08:00Joan, I'm so glad you posted this. I rejoiced thi...Joan, I'm so glad you posted this. I rejoiced this year as same-sex couple after same-sex couple of my friends married. I, too, have a wonderful marriage to Richard, for 26 years and counting, and I believe in love for everyone. Make love, not war or law. Gender identification is no reason for discrimination. The Jesus I have read would be horrified at what people do in His name. <BR/><BR/>We're talking all things romance on the Dr. Romance blog.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17568814.post-68957247984527071482008-11-16T14:03:00.000-08:002008-11-16T14:03:00.000-08:00Thank you so much for your courageous endorsement ...Thank you so much for your courageous endorsement of equality for all! I have always been open to talking with people with opposing views about homosexuality. But Prop 8, which is ultimately a form of institutionalized discrimination, makes that dialogue harder. It has been such a painful and terrifying setback. These last few days, I am looking for doses of hope wherever they turn up. Thank you for marching and blogging and taking on this important issue.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com