Monthly Archives: April 2013

Sheldon, Storyteller, Washington D.C.

photo by Kevin Truong

Sheldon, in his own words: “Being gay means you are given special permission to be your truest self. The challenge was finding those few that you aspire to who share your architecture. Once I found out I shared the design of Baldwin, Rustin, Hughes and other countless greats, I embraced that as a gift. I find DC to be an affirming place, a rare space in this world, where who I am, doesn’t challenge what I do. Coming out started as an internal process. Once you’ve worked yourself through the mire of sexuality, you’ll have the infrastructure to support yourself once you start sharing your genuine self with the world.

Thanks again for this opportunity to share. I am intrigued to hear more of your story sometime too.”

Collin, Government Relations Official, Washington D.C.

photo by Kevin Truong

Judy, in his own words:
“I suspected I was at 12 (thanks middle school gym).
I learned I am at 17 (thanks Ron).
I told my friends and family I am at 19 (thanks booze).
I’ve only said I’m not once (thanks violent homophobe).
I am proud I am every day (thankful).”