Columnists :: Generation Us
 Decades of Pride: time marches on...and so will we
By David Aronstein | Thursday Jun 4, 2009
Probably every LGBT person has vivid memories of their first Gay Pride experience (yes it took a while for it to become LGBT). For some it was scary; for others it was exciting and liberating. For some it was nearly 40 years ago; for others it was last year. Either way, the rush of feelings and thoughts makes for lasting memories.
Given the alternative...
By David Aronstein | Thursday Jun 5, 2008
Despite the constant cry in the media that "the baby boomers are coming," the reality is that there are plenty of older folks already. This is true in the LGBT community as well, although they are not as visible or powerful as mainstream older folks.
Of aliens and elders
By Bob Linscott | Thursday May 22, 2008
Every Thursday I have the distinct pleasure of managing a lunch site for LGBT Seniors at Emmanuel Church in Boston’s Back Bay. This has become the highlight of my week because I get to spend that time with the most loving bunch of elders. I should note that although this lunch site is open to all LGBT seniors and their friends, it has been mainly attended by gay men. The women gather for a monthly brunch at a different location in Jamaica Plain. The world of Café Emmanuel is a wonderful place. These men, who once made heads turn in their days at clubs like The Punchbowl, Sporters and Playland, now turn their heads to each other.
Reclaiming Lawrence
By Lawrence Johnson | Thursday May 1, 2008
I didn’t lose myself all at once. It happened slowly, imperceptibly, over time. You may be wondering, how does one lose oneself in the first place? I have a feeling my story is more common than we dare to believe. It is just a silent one. This is the story of a caregiver.
Gay grandparents
By Peter Accardi | Thursday Apr 17, 2008
Most GLBT folks came out once, usually to parents, brothers and sisters, and friends. That was stressful enough. Let’s explore the experiences of grandparents who have gone through or are thinking about The Second Coming Out - to their grandchildren.
Jumping into GLSEN at age 55
By Michael Connolly | Tuesday Apr 1, 2008
Shortly after 7 a.m. on a recent Saturday, I headed to English High School in Jamaica Plain, carrying a banner for Stonewall Communities’ Lifelong Learning Institute, a stack of flyers, and a bag of candy bars. I was going to my first GLSEN Conference (Gay, Lesbian, Straight Educators Network). I hoped to meet retired teachers and parents, or at least people who could put me in contact with them.
Next stop on the Pride train
By Bob Linscott | Thursday Mar 13, 2008
On a chilly night back in 1973 a group of women gathered at 419 Boylston Street for a meeting of the Daughters of Bilitis, considered to be Boston’s first lesbian rights organization. As this was one of the few safe places for lesbians to gather, their discussions focused mainly on the issues of coming out. Lois Johnson, one of the early organizers, recalls the evening that a woman brought up an unusual topic for discussion. She shared her hope for a safe and friendly place where lesbians could go to be taken care of at the end of their lives. At the time the thought of a retirement facility for gay or lesbian residents was a pipe dream.
Playing the computer dating game
By Peter Accardi | Thursday Feb 21, 2008
I was 60 and newly single, that much I knew. But was I ready to face an older guy’s biggest challenge? No, not bladder control. Online dating.
Reclaiming our role as spiritual guides
By Karen Baldassare | Thursday Jan 31, 2008
Everything grows when nurtured and given the chance. If today’s elders were expected to live up to the role of their predecessors, to provide spiritual insight and guidance to younger generations, naturally they would develop their spirituality. I see it as a special kind of supply and demand relationship.
From bandanas to blogs
By Bob Linscott | Thursday Nov 29, 2007
From Mattachine to Manhunt: how we met through the ages
|
|
|
|
