3. Ever been told…?

Flamenco woman with text over that reads: Ever been told that 'all Middle Eastern women are sexy,' that they have 'hypnotic eyes,' & that 'you know what goes on under those burqas'?

Ever been told that 'all Middle Eastern women are sexy,' that they have 'hypnotic eyes,' and that 'you know what goes on under those burqas' as if they're an exotic species?

2. Ever been told…?

Photo of da-AL in flower field with caption: Ever been told that your honey is 'nice for a Middle Eastern man'?

Ever been told that your honey is 'nice for a Middle Eastern man' as if they're amazed that Middle Eastern men can be kind?

Guest Blog Post: Reconnecting via Photography by Richard Keys

Close up of a fly courtesy by Richard Keys of Photosociology.wordpress.com

Fellow blogger Richard's photos are stunning! Here he describes his process and how photography can heal... Introduction Hey, I’m Richard, and my blog is photosociology.wordpress.com. To be honest, I’m surprised that my blog is followed by others, I’m just a guy with mental health problems, which photography helps me to cope with. Initially, it got… Continue reading Guest Blog Post: Reconnecting via Photography by Richard Keys

Happy International Women’s Day by da-AL

Sister Rosetta Tharpe

Why isn't this celebrated more in the U.S., the way it is in other countries?! Here I offer a tribute to Sister Rosetta Tharpe, an amazing lesbian woman of color who influenced even Chuck Berry. First a brilliant performance... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3NFywQdeKSo Now more about her... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FKK_EQ4pj9A&feature=youtu.be Which woman has influenced you most for the good?

You Are Amazing by Roy Lennic

Photo of reptile

Fellow blogger Roy Lennic describes himself: “I’m just a guy of substance who is limited to a certain place, such that my thoughts are the only thing to express… I write whatever comes to mind, but most importantly what can inspire and help people have good reasoning and make good choices in their lives.” Roy's… Continue reading You Are Amazing by Roy Lennic