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Vi, 24, Is Very Concerned About Trans Health Issues in Pittsburgh #AMPLIFY

November 8, 2016 by
Trans Pittsburgh

How would you describe yourself NOW in terms of “being out”? I’m personally very open about my sexuality and my gender identity. I will say that being trans is so much harder than being bi. I never want to look masculine in public or private in any way, and would probably live in stealth if I was visually able. I have struggled more after coming out as trans and living my life than I have ever before. It’s extremely disheartening to get turned down from every job since, and be stared at every day.

Reviews, Interviews, Giveaways

Review: evoLution grille in Freeport/Sarver Area Serves Locally Grown Goodness

November 7, 2016 by
Beef Stroganoff

I’ve been wanting to visit this restaurant for months. Evolution grille is a seasonal restaurant that showcases progressive american cuisine. We have a unique menu blending traditional classics prepared with contemporary flair~ We use local produce, dairy and meats and believe in fine quality ingredients. We do not use prepackaged or frozen items and your meals are made to order and […]

NaBloPoMo

Remember the Bread #NaBloPoMo

November 7, 2016 by

Today’s Prompt: What was your worst Thanksgiving food fail? My head is filled with all of the big things today, so I was tempted to skip this prompt and write about something important. Then I remembered that Thanksgiving dinner is my favorite meal of the year so of course it is an important prompt. Plus, I really […]

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FamilyGenealogy

My Friend Dave Turns Out To Be My (Sixth) Cousin #NaBloPoMo

November 5, 2016 by
Cousins

The most exciting update to my genealogy hobby is the discovery that my actual friend, Dave Ninehouser, is in fact my sixth cousin. Dave is an awesome guy. He’s very progressive, likes animals, treats his wife with respect and appreciation, works food drives into lots of his efforts and intentionally relocated from Pittsburgh to Ambridge, […]

Reviews, Interviews, Giveaways

Enter to win THE DIVINE MISS M: DELUXE EDITION from @BetteMidler

November 5, 2016 by
Bette Midler giveaway

Enter to win THE DIVINE MISS M: DELUXE EDITION from Bette Midler! THE DIVINE MISS M: DELUXE EDITION A double-CD set celebrating Bette Midler’s iconic 1972 debut album including the remastered album and a bonus disc of singles, outtakes and demos! Available NOW CD: http://smarturl.it/BMDivineMissM Apple Music: http://smarturl.it/BMDivineMissMDL http://bettemidler.com http://facebook.com/BetteMidler http://instagram.com/bettemidler http://twitter.com/BetteMidler Giveaway Guidelines You […]

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NaBloPoMoOther

Those Were The Days & Should Be Again (on Netflix)

November 4, 2016 by

Which fall shows should totally be canceled already? OK, so nope to that prompt. Instead, here is my list of shows that should be picked up by Netflix and/or Amazon Prime already. All in the Family/The Jeffersons/Good Times/Maude – Norman Lear’s relevance to modern times can’t be overemphasized. We need Florida, Archie and Weezy to […]

AMPLIFYGay

Mitch, 27, Describes Life in Butler County as a Gay Man #AMPLIFY

November 3, 2016 by
Butler County Gay

Have you ever experienced discrimination based on your identity? Specifically, in a job setting, when applying for housing or while in public. While living in Butler, whether past or present, it is not safe to be a member of the LGBTQ+ community or perceived to be a member. When living in Butler, I received threats, was harassed, had my car vandalized and have been physically harmed as a result of being gay and prior to coming out, for being perceived as a gay person. I think a mistake is being made if people deny a problem exists. Just because someone says something does not exists, doesn’t mean it doesn’t.

NaBloPoMo

Complete Honesty Has Consquences #NaBloPoMo

November 3, 2016 by

If you could be completely honest with no regrets, what would you say and to whom? I would ask all of the adults in my family why they protected a child molesting rapist, but didn’t protect the kids. All of us. Actually, I would never ask that question because I’m unwilling to be the instigator […]