I started pondering over my sexuality while still in the seventh grade. An incident occurred between a really close friend and me. My friend sat next to me and told me that she was in love with someone in our … Read the rest here
Travis Roberts is a father of five who recently finished a career as an attorney for the Army. While he has a fascinating coming-out story, he instead wanted to focus this post on appreciation for straight and cis allies in the … Read the rest here
I recently received this message from an LDS ally who is trying to create a safe space for the LGBTQ+ people in her local area. She has been hosting firesides, featuring speakers and offering her home as a refuge to … Read the rest here
âSon, I need to be honest with you. I know youâre making bad life decisions right now. And you know it too.â
“Do you not understand the gospel? Have you forgotten the covenants you made?”
âFrankly, I feel like I … Read the rest here
Hi I’m Brenda Butler. I’ve been told I’m a down to earth person or salt of the earth. I always try to have an open heart and open mind. I love nature: the mountains, skies, flora and especially animals. I … Read the rest here
Living outside of Utah and the larger pool of LGBTQ Mormons can sometimes be difficult. Thankfully I am able to find resources like Latter Gay Stories, Affirmation, and other groups to help me find my community of allies and friends. … Read the rest here
My name is Cheryl Smith. Writing my story is really pushing me out of my âcomfort zoneâ for a few reasons. First, I am a private person and I actually really care about what people think about me. Itâs something … Read the rest here
Everyone says that going to college is your chance to âreinventâ yourself. I saw it as the opportunity to express my TRUE self and live the life I had been hiding from. I needed to be authentic and honest about … Read the rest here
My name is Jennie Brown. When my husband and I started our family, I thought I was going to have all sons because it’s kind of in my genetic make-up. For generations on both sides, every family only got one … Read the rest here
Kate Mower | Trigger Warning: Suicide
Last night I drove from Riverside, California to the Pacific Ocean directly to the pier at Seal Beach. I left my home at 5:00 PM. I left late. I needed to get to Seal … Read the rest here
