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DallasVoice.com/Instant-Tea Managing arthritis in pets instanTEA Highlights from the Dallas Voice Website 2018, the group reorganized, with Ken Harri- Rock called it “lipstick on a pig,” adding he Trans woman Iris Santos murdered in Houston son as its new chairman, and the organization knew his Republican colleagues on the com- relaunched. mittee don’t like the bill. Voting it out would be Harrison has spoken of how quickly we went “enough to tarnish the name of this committee,” from “homosexual marriage” to “men putting on he said. dresses and being called women.” House LGBTQ Caucus Chair Mary Gonza- The event at AT&T Stadium, which is billed as lez, D-Clint, urged her colleagues to vote no a “men’s conference,” will also be simulcast so it after hearing testimony from educators who can be seen by those who can’t travel to Dallas opposed the bill. for the event. Organizers expect 80,000 men to Rep. Diego Bernal, D-San Antonio, said it was attend. With that many men in one place, expect all about politics for Republicans worried about Grindr overload in the mid cities that weekend. primaries. “Is the cost worth it?” he asked. — David Taffet Dutton declared it dead late last month, saying it did not have the votes in committee. Senate bill targeting trans kids But a committee substitute added language requiring the University Interscholastic League in sports dies in committee to codify the language. UIL already prohibits

Iris Santos Houston police say they are continuing their But according to PGH Lesbian Correspon- investigation into the April 23 murder of transgen- dents, Santos is the 21st trans/non-binary/ der woman Iris Santos, 22. non-gender-confirming person to die violently According to reports, Santos was sitting at a so far in 2021. PGH notes that 19 of the victims picnic table outside a Chick-fil-A restaurant in the have been BIPOC, and that Santos was the fifth 8600 block of Westheimer Road at about 9:30 who identified as Latinx. PGH also reports that p.m. when an unknown suspect approached 15 of the victims have been under the age of 30. and opened fire, striking her several times. The — Tammye Nash restaurant manager called emergency services; Santos was transported to a local hospital where AT&T Stadium to host she was declared dead. Anyone with information about murder of Iris anti-LGBTQ group Santos is asked to contact the HPD Homicide AT&T Stadium in Arlington will host the an- Division at 713-308-3600 or Crime Stoppers at ti-LGBTQ hate group Promise Keepers July 16- 713-222-TIPS. 17. The event was postponed from last summer LGBTQ Nation notes that Santos’ murder because of the pandemic. Senate Bill 29, a bill that would ban trans- comes less than six months after another trans Among the speakers is Jonathan Evans, a most transgender students from participating gender girl athletes from participating in sports woman, Asia Jynae Foster, was murdered in former NFL fullback and chaplain for the Dallas in athletics that align with their gender identity based on their gender identity, died on Tuesday, Houston on Transgender Day of Remembrance, Cowboys and Dallas Mavericks. Also in the line but allows students to use amended birth certif- May 4, in the Texas House’s Public Education Nov. 20, 2020. up is Jerry Boykin, listed as “retired American icates. The bill would take away that option. Committee. According to the Human Rights Campaign, lieutenant general, Former Delta Force.” The bill is one of six filed in this legislative One Republican, State Rep. Dan Huberty, Santos is at least the 18th transgender gen- Promise Keepers is an evangelical organi- session banning transgender youth in sports. of Houston, was absent and Chairman Harold der-non-conforming person to die violently in the zation that opposes same-sex marriage and Opponents called them “bathroom bills 2.0,” Dutton, a Democrat, voted present, giving U.S. since Jan. 1. HRC, whose list does not yet supports marital fidelity with the man as head of likening them to the 2017 bills barring transgen- opponents a victory. include Santos’ name, put the trans death toll for the household and the woman subservient to der people from accessing bathrooms and other Democrats on the committee were staunchly 2020 at 44, one of the deadliest years on record. him. The group hit its peak in the early 2000s. In intimate spaces. Those bills ultimately died. against the bill. Rep. James Talarico of Round — James Russell

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8 dallasvoice.com █ 05.07.21 Managing arthritis in pets

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ello, lovely people! Osteo- instead of regular beds, and whenever, pos- they seem to be very promising and well Thank you, as usual, arthritis is sible or needed, consider providing ramps accepted by both pets and parents. for reading my Woof ideally diag- to help your babies at home. I am a fan of “less is more,” and a good column. It is hard to nosed with Considering the more medical aspect conversation with your veterinarian will be believe that it is already radiographs, of things, the most common approach to important to find the best medical ap- May, but at least we but a full osteoarthritis management is prescribed an- proach, as usually a combination of differ- are enjoying better and thor- ti-inflammatories (NSAIDs). These are usually ent options is recommended for osteoar- weather, and we also ough history given as needed, but some babies need to thritis management. have a chance to dis- is very take them daily in order to be comfortable. I truly hope this column provides positive cuss a very common important Other medications that may be recommend- insight on a very important subject, and and important disease: May is Arthritis along with ed by your veterinarian include pain control that it does not lead anyone to feel sad or Awareness Month, so let’s dive right into a physical meds or muscle relaxants, but these are depressed. No one likes seeing their babies that topic. exam. There recommended on a case-by-case scenario. age or slow down, but there are ways to The word “arthritis” means inflammation are some Another option that your veterinarian may help them, and my goal is to help you find of a joint, and it refers to a group of different diseases suggest for doggy parents is injections to those ways and provide your babies with types of joint inflammatory processes. We that may support joint health, which are typically well the best quality of life they can have. 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Feeding healthy treats like baby with the help of a yummy snack, but her true personality comes On top of that, animals are naturally inclined carrots, green beans and apples along with to light when she’s around her doggie buddies. Blue Eye feels so to hide pain, so it can be challenging to a senior diet that helps with joint health much more relaxed and happy when she has a canine companion identify symptoms associated with osteo- can be beneficial. In fact, we even have around. She’ll need a home with at least one other dog, preferably arthritis. prescription diets that are made to help our a playful and confident one who will play chase with her, show The most common symptoms of clinical babies with joint support. her the ropes of being a house dog and, most importantly, that signs seen with this disease are slowing There are some excellent dog and cat her human family is there to love her and keep her safe. 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05.07.21 █ dallasvoice 9 VOICES | Opinions from the community Carefully taught

Trans Eagle Scout deserves com- their back to lift yourself up. And that is respect, not hate and abuse ments. shameful and disgusting — certainly not Think morally straight. ast week, I was thrilled to see a about You are born not hating anyone or news article about Jace King, a that for a anything. Hate is taught. Carefully. You L teenager who has become one of minute: are taught to hate people who aren’t like the first transgender Eagle Scouts in the Adults you, taught that they are less than you — history of the Boy Scouts. — who different race, eyes, sexuality, gender Jace lives in Splendora, Texas. For should identity — on and on. And for what? those unfamiliar, Splendora is about as know bet- Our Texas State Legislature is working far north of Houston as Prosper is north ter and overtime once again this session, ped- of Dallas. Jace is the first out transgender who, I’ll dling hate, interfering in a transgender Eagle Scout in Splendora for sure, and go out child’s ability to receive affirming med- may be one of the first in the country. on a limb ical care. And why? They don’t give two Jace’s brother achieved the rank of Ea- here, hoots about transgender kids. Or their gle Scout. But for Jace, Eagle Scout had didn’t have the nuts to earn the rank of mean-spirited attempts to prevent trans been an unreachable dream, because the Eagle Scout — had the gall to heap hate girls from playing sports with other girls. Boy Scouts didn’t permit transgender on a person who pledges to “Do my best It’s not a problem now, nor has it been. boys to join their ranks until 2017. to do my duty to God and my country But the intellectual dishonesty on dis- Eagle Scout is the highest rank in the and to obey the scout law; to help other play is nauseating, with them claiming Boy Scouts, and it is a pretty big deal. people at all times to keep myself physi- they are concerned about women’s ath- Only about 8 percent of scouts ever at- cally strong, mentally awake and moral- letics. That’s a laugh. When was the last tain the Eagle Scout rank. Some colleges ly straight.” time the Texas Legislature took up the offer scholarships to Eagle Scouts, and, According to the scouts, this means cause of women’s sports? for many seeking good jobs, being an Ea- live your life with honesty and defend- Since our last president, the GOP has gle Scout opens doors. ing the rights of all people, which Jace is all but strangled the life out of altruism. Eagle Scouts tend to make good lead- surely doing. Doing something good for the communi- ers. So, what kind of coward could spew ty, helping people and not receiving any- Because of the late acceptance of trans their ignorance on a young person like thing in return? People who do that are scouts, Jace had far less time than most to this? I’ve spent the past weekend plumb- as rare as, well, as rare as Eagle Scouts. accomplish his goal, because you have to ing the depths of my mind to find the an- Jace King should be congratulated. complete the various badges by the age swer to that question. How can you hate Jace King should be celebrated, not vil- of 18. Most scouts need four to six years an Eagle Scout who has literally done ified and denigrated. to complete all of the steps; Jace did it in nothing to deserve it? Surely our children should be care- just two! WTF America? fully taught. They should be taught not So, this kid ought to be celebrated, There is a song in the musical South to hate, taught that hate is for the weak. right? Pacific, which debuted in 1949, called To be honest, even if that may not serve But not according to some. “You’ve Got To Be Carefully Taught,” their immediate benefit. They should be Jace said, “I’ve been berated and and the lyrics of this song fit nicely here. taught to be loyal and trustworthy, to be looked down upon by older adults who The opening stanza to the song goes: compassionate. were associated with the scouts, saying I “You’ve got to be taught to hate and fear, Transgender children have done noth- shouldn’t be there … that I should be in you’ve got to be taught from year to year. ing to deserve the vitriol being heaped the Girl Scouts instead.” It’s got to be drummed into your dear lit- upon them. We need to stand up for ABC news reported that a communi- tle ear. You’ve got to be carefully taught.” them against the hateful bullies of the ty Facebook page that shared Jace’s ac- Hate is not rational. It’s not fact based. world. We need to be the example they complishment had to be turned off after It just propagates fear with no rational will follow later. We must teach ... care-

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05.07.21 █ dallasvoice 11 Claiming DISCRIMINATION NEWS Attorney says his former pattern of discrimination not suffered firm discriminated against by others who are white, heterosexual, him despite its mostly men.” LGBTQ-positive policies Polsinelli achieved a score of 100 on HRC’s Corporate Equality Index, but a company can have the required poli- DAVID TAFFET | Senior Staff Writer cies in place and still discriminate. This [email protected] year’s scoring includes just three major categories. The first is workplace protec- ttorney Trey Monsour has tions, and to get all 30 points the compa- filed a lawsuit against ny simply has to include sexual orienta- his former employer tion and gender identity or expression in Polsinelli Law Firm, its nondiscrimination policies. charging them with The next 30 points are awarded for discrimination benefits: Same-sex and opposite-sex cou- based on sexual ples should earn equivalent spousal and orientation. domestic partner medical and soft bene- Polsinelli Law Firm consistently re- fits, and transgender employees should ceives a score of 100 on the Human receive equal health benefits without ex- Rights Campaign’s Corporate Equality clusion for medically necessary care. Index. The final 40 points are for “supporting Monsour, who now lives in Dallas, inclusive culture and corporate social was hired as a partner in the Bankruptcy responsibility.” The categories in that Practice Group in Polsinelli’s then-new- group are: Three LGBTQ internal train- ly-opened Houston office. He alleges the ings and education on best practices, an discriminatory treatment began after he employee group or diversity council, became an equity partner in June 2017. three distinct efforts of outreach or en- In his complaint, Monsour alleges he gagement to broader LGBTQ communi- was treated differently than straight em- ty and LGBTQ corporate social respon- ployees. For example, all newly-hired sibility. partners were provided with associate, So, while a company may have on-pa- paralegal and administrative support. per non-discrimination based on sexual Monsour wasn’t. When he was finally orientation and gender identity, it still assigned an assistant, Monsour said, she can discriminate in the workplace. A was located in Kansas City, and he was company can offer transgender health told to only communicate with her by benefits and yet never see those benefits email because she was “too busy” to talk used because the company has no trans with him by phone. employees. And just because a company Trey Monsour Monsour said he was never integrated has a diversity council, it doesn’t mean into the group practice, and meetings of LGBTQ employees are actually wel- HRC relies on information sent to values. It is our belief that diversity is his practice were frequently conducted comed at that company. them by a company’s HR department critical to providing unique and creative without him. Among other things, in Brewer said that among the 800 attor- and doesn’t rely on surveys of employ- solutions for our clients’ greatest chal- 2018, he was part of a team that won a neys located in 21 offices across the U.S., ees. So the score is based on policies, not lenges.” protracted class action lawsuit, and al- 95 percent of Polsinelli’s employees are how those policies are actually imple- In his lawsuit, Monsour points out that though every other member of the team white heterosexuals. So, while the writ- mented. And a company is not required at least 72 percent of Polsinelli’s partners was given a bonus, Monsour was not. ten policy says the company doesn’t dis- to provide any information on who it were straight white men and 22 percent He also claims the firm hired a het- criminate based on sexual orientation, employs. straight white women. None were dis- erosexual woman who was charged they have few LGBTQ employees to dis- On its website, Polsinelli lists diversi- abled. Less than 2 percent were LGBTQ, with digging up dirt on him. She found criminate against. ty as a “core value,” saying, “We define and 7 percent “at most” were from all nothing, but he was still terminated via a One of the points in Monsour’s law- diversity to include people from various other minority groups, including veter- phone call in March 2020. suit is that a diversity officer was hired, ethnic, religious, gender, sexual orienta- ans. Monsour’s attorney is William Brewer but he claims that person has no power tion, age, disability and socio-econom- In the lawsuit, Monsour describes in- who called Monsour “a lawyer of impec- and makes decisions in conjunction with ic backgrounds who offer a mosaic of cidents that created a hostile work en- cable reputation. He was subjected to a the leaders of the law firm. beliefs, experiences, perspectives, and vironment for the LGBTQ employees

12 dallasvoice.com █ 05.07.21 of the firm. In one example from 2018, Since Monsour left, the Houston office Monsour charges, “the firm’s then-chair, dropped to a Tier 3. a heterosexual male, made derogatory Brewer said it’s very unusual for an comments about two other gay attor- attorney to sue his law firm. But, he ex- neys in the firm — stating that, because plained, Monsour wants to shine a light these attorneys lived together as domes- on the conduct he endured at this law tic partners, their compensation should firm so others won’t suffer in the future. be cumulative, rather than individual.” He seeks compensation because he be- In another example from later that lieves his treatment was damaging to year, Monsour was part of a team that him as an attorney. won a protracted class action lawsuit. And his client believes there should “Every attorney on the team received be consequences, Brewer said. A finding a bonus. Mr. Monsour did not. Instead, of discrimination may result in a civil citing ‘productivity concerns,’ Polsinelli monetary fine. Monsour’s allegation is docked Mr. Monsour’s compensation by that there was a pattern of behavior that one-third and de-equitized his partner- made him less productive and that led ship,” Brewer said. to his being forced out. But Monsour’s contribution to the Brewer said there’s likely to be addi- firm was clear by the end of the year. tional lawsuits because the pattern of U.S. News and World Report gave the discrimination is real. And, he said, the Houston office a Tier 1 rating for its hostile work environment is not just bankruptcy practice. Monsour was the against LGBTQ employees. █ only attorney in that office’s bankrupt- Monsour is now partner in a firm in Dal- cy practice, and only two of the com- las practicing bankruptcy, restructuring and pany’s 21 offices received that rating. reorganization.

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05.07.21 █ dallasvoice 13 Key West’s LGBTQ business struggled, but survived. Now they’re ready to welcome you back

he pandemic sadly struck a death knell for many legacy LGBTQ businesses around the country. TBut fear not Key West fans: The island’s small gay-owned hotels, bars and restaurants struggled over the last year, but they survived and are poised to welcome visitors back, better than ever. Key West entrepreneur Joe Schroeder owns the gay Bourbon Street Pub and ing it with wood and other ma- 801 Bourbon Bar complexes as well as terials that would make it easier the 15-unit gay guesthouse, New Orle- to disinfect after a guest leaves. ans House. He used a mandated three- Schroeder and other bar own- month closure of hotels in March 2020 to ers were eventually allowed to renovate all of his hotel rooms, getting offer takeout service, then in- rid of carpet in the rooms and replac- door service with food. Now bars can operate at full capacity with indoor and outdoor seat- United Extends Houston–Key West ing but with six feet of social dis- The Equator Resort Daily Nonstop Service through tance between parties. the importance of staying masked. noted that many guests postponed rath- Labor Day Weekend New Orleans House hosts the New The Key West Business Guild main- er than cancel their existing reservations. Year’s Eve shoe drop, made world fa- tains a tourist information storefront And the resort is open for day passes. As of May 6 United Airlines is extending mous by CNN’s live coverage of the on Duval Street, where you can get a The gay male resort Equator is just down its daily nonstop service between event featuring the drag queen Sushi copy of Isolated Island — The Key West the street and is another gay Key West fa- Houston’s George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and Key West International being lowered to Duval Street in a giant COVID-19 Spring of 2020 way, a photo vorite. The 34-room guesthouse is a combi- Airport (EYW) through the Labor Day ruby-red stiletto at midnight. This past book chronicling the pandemic’s impact nation of five historic properties, and each holiday. New Year’s Eve a 10 p.m. curfew meant on the island. Profits from book sales building and hotel room has its own unique The Houston–Key West service, on that Schroeder had a smaller shoe-lower- go to Sister Season Fund, a charity that charm. The resort continued its free expand- United’s Embraer E175 aircraft, offers ing event in the Garden Bar. helps service industry workers and helps ed continental breakfast but rebranded it as seating for 70 passengers, with 58 main and 12 first-class seats. Launched Dec. “Key West is one of the safest places prevent homelessness. grab-and-go service to encourage guests to 17, the service was scheduled to run you can be,” said the businessman, add- The consensus among business own- social distance while eating. Given the qual- through May 5 and is now extended ing that the island’s weather means you ers is that once the pandemic is over, ity of this top-notch resort, it won’t have any through Sept. 7. can both dine and experience nightlife tourism will return with a vengeance: trouble attracting travelers back when the “Houston is a popular origin city for outdoors. “We’re looking at 2021 as being a great pandemic ends. The resort deservedly ranks Texas visitors who want to experience the Florida Keys,” said Richard Strickland, “When people feel safe to travel they year,” said Laura Zequeira, the longtime No. 1 in TripAdvisor.com’s ranking of 40 director of airports for the Florida Keys & will be coming here to a very safe desti- manager of the upscale LGBT-mixed 17- speciality lodging hotels in Key West. Key West. nation because the community and our room Alexander’s Guesthouse “Right All the island’s gay bars and hotels are American Airlines also has daily Texas local government have really pulled out now we are just treading water. But 2021 in the Old Town section of Key West, the nonstop service between Dallas–Fort all the stops,” echoed Kevin Theriault, could be our best year yet.” southern part of the island where most of Worth International Airport (DFW) and EYW. executive director of the Key West Busi- Alexander’s is directly across the the tourist attractions are, including the United also offers nonstop daily service ness Guild. He added that the city of street from the world-renowned gay Hemmingway House, Mallory Square to Key West from Washington Dulles (IAD), Key West has set stricter standards than male resort, Island House, where long- and the Southernmost Point Buoy. By Chicago O’Hare (ORD) and New Jersey’s its county, requiring everyone to wear time manager Paul Murray said Is- the way, during the 2020 coronavirus Newark Liberty (EWR) international masks in public. land House also used the three-month closures, the landmark buoy that marks airports. For more information visit United Police patrol on foot on the city’s main closure to make some improvements, the southernmost point of the continen- Airlines at united.com or call 800-864- drag, Duval Street, regularly stopping including constructing a new steam tal U.S. was cordoned off and covered 8331, or visit Key West International anyone not wearing a mask and remind- room and sprucing up the rooms. The in plastic to deter tourists, but it is open Airport at eyw.com or call 305-809-5200. ing them of the mask mandate. Virtually 39-room Island House also includes a now with signs on the sidewalk asking Florida Keys visitor information: fla- every store and business in the city has a restaurant and bar, dry sauna, fitness people to social distance. keys.com or 1-800-FLA-KEYS Key West visitor information: fla-keys. sign advising clients to mask-up. center, indoor and outdoor hot tubs and The Aqua, Back Bar and Sidebar are com/keywest or 1-800-LAST-KEY “Small island tiny hospital,” reads a a large pool. all just steps from the Bourbon Bar com- Social: Facebook • Twitter • Instagram • sign in front of a restaurant, emphasizing Murray also expects a busy 2021. He Youtube • Keys Voices blog LIVING, Page 18

14 dallasvoice.com █ 05.07.21 Essential tips for COVID-free travel

OVID-19 will make travel a bit more complicated this summer. Going to Europe? Taking be closed Ca cruise? Visiting Hawaii, San Juan or or have St. Lucia? Or maybe you are planning limited a road trip? The rules for traveling re- service, so sponsibly during COVID vary greatly. it will take Be ready to encounter a patchwork of longer to confusing rules and requirements this buy food summer. and drink. Depending on what you choose to do Most air- for your well-earned escape, it is going lines have to be necessary to educate yourself on also elim- what to expect and how to travel by inated the rules, and you have to be ready to beverage prove you have a negative COVID-19 and snack test (and it may cost you to prove it!). service in coach, so be ready to “bring Trust, prepping for your trip in ad- your own.” If you are used to flying vance will pay off. Your health, safety, first class, be ready for a curtailed (i.e. peace of mind and fun are important downgraded) experience there as well. parts of the travel experience. 4. Stay at a trusted hotel. Choosing The Equator Resort Here are five essential tips to ensure your hotel is perhaps is one of the most you have a fabulous summer getaway: important travel decisions you will 1. Research before booking your make. Most hotels have developed re- trip. Be sure you understand how spected cleaning protocols to keep you COVID-19 has changed the experience, and their employees safe. Among the because nearly everything about travel hotel industry’s leaders is The Four has changed. Hotels, airplanes, trains, Seasons, which has developed “Lead theme parks, destinations and resorts With Care” that includes both obvious all have modified safety precautions in hotel guest protocols and enhanced place. The good news is that you will procedures behind-the-scenes includ- likely find smaller crowds, more space ing employee trainings. The Four and enhanced cleaning. But you may Seasons also developed an app that also find limited services, such as cur- provides guests with the high-stan- fews with bars and restaurants closing dard of customer service the luxury early. A driving trip within the U.S. chain is known for while providing likely will find fewer restrictions com- guests with privacy and limiting inter- pared to an island trip. actions with the team. COVID-19 has 2. Make reservations and buy tick- increased the costs for many hotels, so ets in advance. Before leaving for your it is important to stay with a trusted trip, you should book your restaurant brand that you can count on to deliver reservations and reserve your tick- on the safety measures promised. ets to museums or attractions. While 5. Have proof of a negative COVID you might not like having to plan out test. The most complicated and expen- your vacation in advance, you will sive part of COVID-free travel will likely find it hard to do all the things be meeting a requirement, if needed, you want to do if you wait. COVID-19 to prove you have a negative COVID means capacity restrictions, so there test. Hawaii, San Juan, cruise ships is limited availability especially on and other travel experiences are re- weekends and during peak periods. quiring that travelers prove they are You can always make changes when COVID negative upon arrival at the you are there. destination or before starting your 3. When flying give yourself extra trip. Some destinations even require time at the airport. Many stores and a mid-trip test to prove, again, that food establishments in airports may still MASK, Page 18

05.07.21 █ dallasvoice 15 Palm Springs has weathered the pandemic, and the breaks are coming off

espite Palm Springs’ tourist dependency, the desert city is emerging from the pandemic Dwith all of its legendary gay resorts in- tact. All of the city’s gay bars have also survived, and the three gay bars and gay resort in neighboring Cathedral City have also managed to stay afloat despite California’s restrictive closures. Palm Springs has long been one of the gay- capacity. But visitors were al- est cities in the world, and LGBT visitor ready returning to the city in loyalty combined with the fact the city large numbers by last month; is within easy driving distance from Los March and April are tradi- Angeles has been enough of a lifeline to tionally the busiest times for keep the city’s small LGBT businesses tourism in Palm Springs. from going under. The first post-pandem- The brakes are expected to be taken off ic LGBTQ event will be the on June 15 when California Gov. Gavin Cinema Diverse film festival Outdoor seating at StreetBar on Arenas Road Newsom plans to remove all restrictions Sept.16-30. It will overlap this and allow businesses to reopen at full year for the first time with The Dinah, a repeat visitors feel like family. Green is welcomes all men, not just bears, and it lesbian-centric extended weekend usual- one of the driving forces behind Cinema has a loyal clientele. Getting there, getting around ly held in early spring. This year Dinah Diverse as the executive director of the runs Sept. 29-Oct. 3. Palm Springs Cultural Center. The Trian- Nightlife American Airlines offers nonstop flights The traditional Halloween block party gle Inn is kitty-corner from the Santiago, from Dallas/Fort Worth International to Palm Springs. Flight time is a little over happens on East Arenas Road. The street a beautiful hacienda-style property with Most of the gay nightlife in the Palm three hours. Palm Springs International party will be on Halloween Eve, Satur- two floors overlooking a huge pool and Springs area is on East Arenas Road. Airport is just two miles east of down- day, Oct. 30. Leather Pride 2021 overlaps hot tub. That is where you will find Hunters, town. Renting a car at the airport couldn’t with Halloween, Oct. 28-31, and Palm The biggest cluster of gay hotels is in the block’s largest gay club with a main be easier. The rental car lot is just steps Springs Pride runs Nov. 5 -7, highlighted the Warm Sands neighborhood, about a bar and patio and adjacent dance space. from baggage claim. Both Southwest and American offer nonstop flights from Dallas by a parade on Nov. 7. mile east of downtown. It includes the There are no lesbian bars in Palm Springs to the Ontario airport, which is about an city’s oldest gay resort, El Mirasol Villas, since the closure of Delilah’s years ago, hour’s drive away from Palm Springs. Los Gay resorts which was once owned by reclusive bil- but Hunters is women-popular. Street- Angeles International is about a two-hour lionaire Howard Hughes. It is next door Bar is just a few steps away and al- drive in good traffic — but the traffic is Palm Springs has 11 gay resorts, or an to All Worlds Annex, a cruisy resort that ways attracts a big crowd of locals. The seldom good. You can easily get by in Palm Springs even dozen if you count the area’s larg- is open for day passes. Levi-leather popular Eagle 501 and pia- without a rental car. Uber and Lyft operate est gay resort, CCBC, in Cathedral City. The fabulous Vista Grande Resort is no lounge Stacy’s are the newest bars on in the city and are allowed to drop off and All are marketed to gay men, and all are just around the corner and offers two the block. pick up at the airport. The city’s public clothing optional. Most serve a free con- pools, a huge hot tub grotto, cooling wa- Quadz is a very popular video bar that transit, SunBus, has a stop a block from tinental breakfast and most, thankfully, terfall grotto and steam room. The Haci- keeps regulars coming back on its show the airport to downtown. The city also offers a free shuttle bus called Buzz that do not have resort fees. enda is one of Palm Springs’ most luxuri- tunes nights. Chill has a great open-air operates Thursday-Sundays in a loop The gay resorts are one of the biggest ous resorts and it really pampers guests. feel and always attracts a crowd. Black- through the tourist-popular spots in the draws for many gay men who return to Desert Paradise, kitty-corner from the Book is known for its gourmet bar food city. the same resort every year and often sev- Hacienda, changed ownership recently and is the place to eat late. The pandem- If you do rent a car, driving around eral times a year. The social atmosphere but still offers the top-notch quality for ic has resulted in bars and restaurants Palm Springs is very easy. You will have no trouble finding free parking anywhere in the resorts makes it easy to meet other which it is famous. And InnDulge, just expanding outdoor spaces, and many in the city. The city has no parking meters gay men from all over the world. across from Desert Paradise always at- of the businesses are hopeful they can but has a posted time limit on parking in The Triangle Inn, about a 15-minute tracts a crowd, even in the slower sum- convince the city to make those outdoor some areas. walk from downtown Palm Springs, mer months. spaces permanent. For more information, the Greater deservedly attracts a big repeat crowd. On the north end of downtown is the The Toolshed is on Sunny Dunes Road, Palm Springs’ official tourist Web site is VisitGreaterPalmSprings.com. It includes a Gay couple Michael Green and Stephen Canyon Club Hotel, which includes a about a half mile south of downtown. It great LGBTQ travel guide. Boyd own and live on the mid-centu- huge outdoor maze and koi pond and is next to the gay stores Q Trading and ry-modern property and make new and is open for day passes. The Barefoot Inn REBOUNDING, Page 19

16 dallasvoice.com █ 05.07.21 Outdoor seating at StreetBar on Arenas Road

05.07.21 █ dallasvoice 17 TRAVEL, From Page 14 MASK, From Page 15 plexes. The Back Bar is an outdoor bar you are still COVID negative. Hawaii that was a big asset during the pandem- implemented a program that requires ic restrictions. travelers to the islands to use a “trust- The locals’ gay dive bar, Bobby’s ed partner” (so you can’t use any test, Monkey Bar, is the place to be to mix it and vaccinations are not accepted). up more with locals. A mural on the side You must create an account at travel. of the bar depicts the Conch Rebellion hawaii.gov, download an app, and in 1982, when Key West briefly — and submit results upon arrival from a mostly facetiously — declared itself a COVID test within 72 hours of arrival separate country from the U.S. from a trusted partner. Coming from Key West’s longtime gay sailing Philadelphia through Chicago, that tour company, the Blue Q, was able to meant I had to order an expensive weather the pandemic and restarted its test from American Airlines that was sailing tours last fall, with modifications sent to me by UPS. The test included including changes to food service to im- a virtual call to prove my identity and prove safety for employees and guests. a virtual assistant to show me how to Blue Q offers clothing-optional sails properly take the nasal smear. With- on its catamaran, and summer month in a day of sending my test back via offerings include sandbar excursions UPS, I had my results. I printed out which can more easily accommodate my negative test, uploaded my results social distancing guidelines. A rainbow crosswalk marks the intersection of Duval and Petronia Streets and also downloaded the QR code to Gay author Tennessee Williams has a my phone. Aloha! Are you negative? museum dedicated to him in Old Town. LGBTQ traveler to Key West. tions throughout the state effective July Mahalo. █ It is open to visitors by appointment Key West’s public mask mandate will 1. That law will not apply to any rules Jeff Guaracino is the author of two and for private tours and is expected to go away this summer. On May 3, Flor- for masking that individual businesses books on LGBT travel, a syndicated travel return to full schedule when the pan- ida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed an exec- may mandate. █ columnist and an tourism executive with demic ends. It is a must-stop for any utive order banning COVID-19 restric- more than two decades in the industry.

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18 dallasvoice.com █ 05.07.21 REBOUNDING, From Page 16 Gear Leather and Fetish. Toolshed is going to VillageFest anyway. The muse- popular with bears and the leather crowd um benefits from artwork that is donat- but attracts a wide variety of gay men. Its ed or loaned to the museum from many Thursday underwear night is legendary. of the city’s wealthy residents who call On the north end of town, you will Palm Springs their first or second home. find the fabulous Toucans Tiki Lounge. The Indian Canyons oasis showcases The women-popular club is known for a palm tree-lined stream where Native its drag shows and dancing. After a con- Americans lived for generations. The tinued closure, the owners say they will Indian tribe that owns the property has re-open soon. recreated the huts where California’s first residents lived. The fee to enter is $9. The sights The free ranger-led hikes are temporarily suspended because of the pandemic. A must-do for any visitor to Palm There are a couple of great free hikes Springs is a trip to the Palm Springs in Palm Springs, including the Muse- Aerial Tramway, which takes visitors to um Trail, which starts in the parking the summit of Mount San Jacinto in just lot of the Palm Springs Art Museum in ten minutes. It typically gets up to 110 the heart of downtown and zigzags up degrees or more in the summer in Palm a mountainside offering great views of Springs, but it will be about 30 degrees the city. The Araby Trail starts south of cooler on the summit. There are a num- downtown and makes its way up to the ber of trails you can explore at the top famous Bob Hope House, with a roof as well as a couple of restaurants at the Bartender John C. pouring a drink at the Toolshed bar that is shaped like a gigantic turtle shell. summit tram station. fair. Local businesses sell food, art and sun goes behind the mountains. The trail goes along and above the house Every Thursday evening, Palm Springs crafts, and you can enjoy live music on The Palm Springs Art Museum is in the where you can take in a birdseye view of shuts down the city’s main drag, Palm every block. Even in the hot days of sum- heart of downtown and free on Thursday the putting green and golf course the late

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05.07.21 █ dallasvoice 19 Bennett, Vaughan announce world together. OUTbound cruises for This might be a cruel question for you, but do you have one all-time favorite LGBTQ travelers travel experience or moment that was like, “I will never stop traveling. This is life”? Bennett: So, going to get the first onathan Bennett and James look at the Olympics and the Olympic Vaughan just made history as the Village in South Korea a few years ago very first gay couple to ever ap- was one of the coolest experiences of my Jpear on the cover of The Knot wedding life. And getting to see all of the different magazine. The experience has made parts of the country and experience all of the couple very aware of just what that the different parts of the culture. I got to means — or could mean. experience another culture to its fullest, Vaughan explains, “We never intended and it really made me want to travel the for our wedding to become a statement world more and experience what the or advocacy or any of that, but when I’m Grande’s latest ”Thank You, world has to offer. looking to find engagement rings to pro- Next” video and starring in Vaughan: I kind of think those moments pose to my boyfriend … and the look I Hallmark’s film The Christ- where you get to actually be a part of the got. That’s when I realized, oh, we still mas House. culture and a part of what the experience aren’t as far along as we should be. We Vaughan is an actor, di- is like for the people that live there are the moments that really grab you and make were like, we have to do something.” rector, writer and produc- you say, “I want to do more of this.” But the couple isn’t just shaking things er, who now hosts Celebrity up on the glossy pages of magazines. Page. He also came in second Absolutely. So, when it comes to OUT- bound, one of the really unique things They are also revolutionizing LGBTQ on the Amazing Race and is that all of the excursions are already travel. When it comes to travel, they has hosted American Mu- planned and are all included, right? So want everyone to be able to feel safe and sic Awards’ Red Carpet Live. Jonathan Bennet and James Vaughan. you go on the cruise and you stop at make lifelong connections with their Travel is his middle name. (Photo by Nicholas Nicotera) each port, and there’s already some- traveling companions and with the plac- Dallas Voice had the If something’s going wrong, it doesn’t thing planned? Vaughan: Yes! The excur- es they explore together. chance to FaceTime with the couple and matter; it’s all about adventure. So we de- sions are already set up. Once you book, “As much as we would hope that in learn all about OUTbound, and what cided on our first date, we’re like, “Hey, if you don’t have to worry about anything. 2021 everyone is inclusive of everyone makes them the perfect pair to found this works out, that should be our tagline.” Bennett: You just trust us and follow along and everyone is loving and supportive it and to host guests on adventures all We should be that couple that it’s all about and we’ll show you what you want to see of everyone, we’re not there yet. So the around the globe. adventure. in those locations. reason we need these spaces is so we can And seeing as you’re engaged, I guess it Vaughan: What we tried to do was just go feel safe to see the world and not have Dallas Voice: So, you’ve gotten engaged all worked out? Vaughan: Yes! Turns out, through and say, “Okay, when we travel, to worry about a glance or a comment or — Mazel tov! And now you’re starting it worked out. So here we are and adven- what is it that we want?” And we tried to what have you,” Vaughan says. an all-inclusive, all-included LGBTQ+ ture really is our theme. So it makes so just do that checklist and then make OUt- That’s why they founded OUTbound, travel company – OUTbound. What much sense that we would create OUT- bound be that. And that’s why it’s smaller where, right now, their biggest ship is makes OUTbound so special in the bound, so we could take these adventures ships, so you can actually get to know only 200 cabins. “Intimate, boutique field? Bennett: It’s just something fresh all over the world with our LGBTQ family people more. Smaller ships can also go to in a space that we are not only safe but the cooler ports, and with smaller ships we experiences to bucket-list destinations. and new in gay travel that no one has. It’s we are also celebrated. Because we also can include the excursions and things That is my favorite way to describe it,” not a floating circuit party. It’s different. So it’s exciting. I love a good floating circuit completely charter these ships or resorts like that. So it’s all just taken care of. Bennett says. party. But it’s just ours is a different way or whatever it is, and we take them over Bennett: It’s all about checking off your OUTbound is hosting its inaugural to travel, a different experience. It’s about completely with our staff, our LGBTQ fam. bucket list with OUTbound. It’s about go- trip in early November, a Greek Isles finding those places where they’re excited And it’s a space where you can come see ing to those locations that you’ve always Cruise with an optional Monsters and for us to be there and they’re celebrating the world and also always feel safe to dreamed about going to and going with a Gods pre-party and a drag brunch with with us. hold your partner’s hand. Always feel safe family where you’re safe and you are cele- to live how you want, always feel safe to stars — Heidi N Closet, Jan, and Jackie Has travel always been your thing since brated while you do it. We are all-inclusive express yourself how you want, because Cox — from RuPaul’s Drag Race. They you were little? Bennett: Yes. And adven- and all included, meaning everyone’s you are amongst family. make no bones about waiting to make a ture’s always been a huge thing from us welcome and everything is included. It’s splash right from the start. as a couple from the day we met. I did Amazing Race 10 years ago, so I’m not just for gay men, it’s for every member an adventure person regardless. I’ve of the LGBTQ family. You likely know Bennett from Mean Vaughan: Our first date wasn’t that crazy. always been all about travel. I’ve been Girls. He played the heartthrob who We just went and sat on the beach for six Vaughan: What better way to see the world to 40 countries now. So it’s always been Lindsey Lohan’s character steals away. hours, which is my idea of the dream date. then to do it with this LGBTQ+ family that big for me. Jon has traveled as well. He continues to be a very busy guy, re- We bonded over the fact that we had both we’re building. Because that’s our goal in We’ve gotten to go to some cool places lost our dads to cancer in the same year. this. Our goal is to create these adven- prising his role on Shondaland’s Station together. Our goal is to create these And Jonathan’s dad’s tagline was, “It’s all tures with the group that really becomes 19, releasing the best-seller Mean Girls adventures with the group that really about adventure.” He always said, “Every- a family, and we all explore the world. Burn (Cook)book, appearing in Ariana becomes a family and we all explore the thing is all about adventure.” Together.

20 dallasvoice.com █ 05.07.21 05.07.21 █ dallasvoice 21 LGBTQ-owned vacation options in trails and an outdoor entertaining space Texas (and Eureka Springs) and is only a short drive from Big Thick- et National Preserve. f you are looking for someplace rel- atively close to home — as in, say, CIRCLE J GUEST RANCH somewhere in Texas — to go on vaca- CircleJGuestRanch.com Ition, and you really want to spend your Circle J Guest Ranch is an inclusive money at an LGBTQ-owned venue, here rural event venue located about 70 are a few options to choose from, offer- miles southeast of Dallas that welcomes ing everything from lap of luxury reopen-minded adults of all races, spiritu- sort-style accommodations to primitive al disciplines and sexual orientations. It camping (in alphabetical order): features more than 100 acres of wilder- ness areas, natural springs and a two- ABUNDANCE RETREAT acre spring-fed pond for fishing, swim- Grizzly Pines AbundanceRetreat.com ming, paddle-boating and canoeing, as Rainbow Ranch offers “luxury” tent three-acre peninsula with its panoramic Houston power couple Tina Sabuco well as a pool at the main house. There sites, “primitive” tent sites, a variety of views is available as a public event ven- and Shellye Arnold celebrated their 8th is horseback riding, a shower house and RV sites, large cabins, small cabins, an ue for weddings, summer gatherings, anniversary with a relaxing getaway at a hiking trails, with primitive camping apartment and a house. Visitors have ac- family reunions, parties, company meet- beautiful spot in Wimberly, Texas. They sites as tent sites with electricity, an RV cess to nearly 700 acres where they can ings, and almost any other event you can loved it so much, they purchased the park and the Garden View Suite. enjoy bike riding, walking, hiking and think of. The property also offers a string property and named it Abundance Re- Circle J has a variety of events sched- fishing, either in a pond or off the pier at of cottages situated on the lakefront, treat. uled throughout the year and is available Lake Limestone. each of which accommodates two guests Abundance Retreat, located on Cy- for private events as well. and includes a fully functioning kitchen, press Creek just a short distance from SOLAR-WILSON VILLAGE marble-tiled shower and a lake-facing historic Wimberly Square, is a family- GRIZZLY PINES Solar-WilsonVillage.com patio with a fire feature. and pet-friendly property with two guest GrizzlyPines.com Moji and Margaret Solar-Wilson, Ni- If you are looking for an idyllic setting houses. Sundance Lodge is a three-bed- James Schwab, Conner Thompson and gerian immigrants who met and married for your wedding or other celebration, room, two-and-a-half bath log home Rigoberto Rosales opened Grizzly Pines in New York, had a vision: They wanted or if you just want to get away from the that accommodates up to eight people. in 2015 as a clothing optional, male only to create an oasis offering “traditional, city for the weekend, Sunrise Point has Moondance Cabin is a 3-room log cab- campground “proudly serving the gay warm and authentic African hospitality options to suit. in that accommodates up to four peo- community.” Their goal is to “make this in the heart of Texas.” The result is So- ple. The grounds of the retreat include campground a great place for gay men lar-Wilson Village, situated on a 40-acre WANDEROO LODGE a creek-front swing and seating, kayaks, to come relax and have a good time in ranch in Ledbetter, just five miles away WanderooLodge.com a variety of water floats, outdoor games a great Piney Woods atmosphere. The from Round Top Texas with its famous Yes, we know that Eureka Springs is and firewood. campground boasts a schedule full of antique shows and musical festivals. not in Texas. But we still claim Wanderoo different events, and food from Randy’s Solar-Wilson Village offers two stand- Lodge and Gravel Bar owners Ethan ARROW ACRES Big Gay Taco Truck, with all kinds of alone cabins and two pet-friendly cabin and David Avanzino as DFW boys, even TINY HOUSE RETREAT old-fashioned, homestyle cooking from studios that visitors can rent, along with though they’ve taken the chance the ArrowAcres.com dinner on Fridays through breakfast on access to an event center, an outdoor COVID-19 pandemic gave them to move Two years ago, in the spring of 2019 Sundays. Grizzly Pines offers amenities fire pit, an outdoor barbecue grill and a to the mountains of Arkansas to chase Virginia and Lily Moore were visiting for every kind of camper from RV sites three-acre lake. Both cabins have living their dreams. Located in the heart of Lily’s family in her East Texas home- to cabins, a barracks bunkhouse and tent room areas equipped with smart TVs, LGBTQ-welcoming Eureka Springs and town of Warren, Texas — located be- spaces, along with bathrooms, showers, bedroom areas (the Ijero Cabin has one originally opened as a campground in tween Woodville and Houston — when grills and even a massage therapist on queen-sized bed and one single bed, the 1920s, Wanderoo Lodge offers a va- Lily’s mom mentioned that the property site on weekends. while the Opoji has a queen-sized bed), riety of rooms and cabins to rent, as well across the road from them was for sale. bathroom and shower, a fully-equipped as easy access to a variety of adventure They went over and checked it out, and RAINBOW RANCH kitchen and outdoor seating areas. activities including Float Eureka, Ozark before leaving to go back home to Hous- RainbowRanch.net The two cabin studios have bedroom Mountain Ziplines, Trigger Gao Outfit- ton, they had decided to put it in an offer. Rainbow Ranch, owned by Brad Camp areas, doggie bedroom areas, workspaces, ters, Adventure Mountain Outfitters, Eu- The property got its name from a Kacey and located near Groesbeck, is the larg- outdoor seating, showers and microwaves. reka Springs ghost tours and more. Musgrave song — “Follow Your Arrow” est LGBTQ campground in Texas, offer- — and the three tiny houses available for ing “a place where LGBT men and wom- SUNRISE POINT STAY TUNED FOR MORE! rent are named after country music leg- en can relax, enjoy the outdoors and feel SunrisePointCedarCreekLake.com Watch for details of an all new clothing-op- ends Emmylou Harris, June Carter Cash free to be themselves.” The campground Dr. Ann and Sue Wigodsky first began tional campground coming to Central Texas and Dolly Parton. The 8-acre Arrow is open year-round, with alternating hosting private events on their property near Granbury soon, courtesy of a well- Acres property offers fishing, walking event weekends. on Cedar Creek Lake in 2014. Now the known Dallas LGBTQ filmmaker!

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05.07.21 █ dallasvoice 23 A new place to stay makes Oak las’ very Lawn even more of a successful travel destination and always ac- he new Marriott on Fairmount tive deck Street in the Uptown section of park over T Oak Lawn is a warm and friendly Woodall new addition to the neighborhood and Rodgers the first new option in where to stay in Express- the area in several decades. Multi-floor way. windows in the lobby and a patio along From the street invite the neighborhood in- the hotel, side. A mural behind the check-in desk is it’s easy made of salvaged wood reclaimed from to reach older buildings in the area. downtown two unique ways — the trol- Visitors to Dallas can get a great view ley or the Katy Trail. of downtown from the fifth floor infinity Two blocks down the street from the pool deck. For anyone from Dallas who new Marriott is the Katy Trail. A staircase doesn’t hang out in Uptown, the area is from Fairmount Street leads up to the unrecognizable from the days when Fair- trail. Walk, jog, skate or bike along the mount Street’s large homes had all been trail that goes north to Highland Park or converted into antique shops. Today, south to the Victory neighborhood and Uptown is an extension of downtown American Airlines arena. divided only by Klyde Warren Park, Dal- Four blocks up the street is the McKin-

24 dallasvoice.com █ 05.07.21 converging on in during the pandemic, all food service in this new meet- those hotels were closed. So were public ing location. bathrooms. And finding anyone to provide The hotel’s gen- an extra towel was a struggle. eral manager While housekeeping during a stay at said he’d love the Marriott is by request only, the room to speak with was stocked with plenty of towels for a groups plan- multi-day stay, and the staff was knowl- ning events and edgeable and friendly at the new Marri- couples plan- ott Uptown. Room service is 24 hours. ning weddings. Inside the hotel, Vicinity Coffee in the For wed- lobby serves Starbucks and snacks and dings, Oak is open 6 a.m.-2 p.m. Good Graces, de- Lawn is a con- scribed as a modern brasserie, is open venient loca- for lunch 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and dinner from tion for family 5 p.m.-9 p.m. and until 10 p.m. Fridays traveling from and Saturdays. out-of-town. One of the reasons to spend some time Located about in the area is the wide variety of dining five miles from options throughout Uptown and Oak Love Field, get- Lawn. But closest to the hotel are Nick ting to the hotel & Sam’s, directly behind the hotel for ney Avenue trolley, connecting uptown new Marriott. couldn’t be eas- formal dining and the Stoneleigh P for to Klyde Warren Park, the Dallas Muse- Once in-person events return and ier — from terminal to hotel requires just casual dining on Maple Avenue a block um of Art, the Nasher Sculpture Center LGBTQ groups begin looking for new two turns. from the hotel entrance. and the rest of the Arts District including venues, the third-floor banquet facili- I’ve stayed in several hotels since the As more things open and new events the Meyerson Symphony Center, Win- ties can host events of up to 400 people. beginning of the pandemic and the Marri- and celebrations are planned, the Marri- spear Opera House and Wyly Theater. Three levels of underground valet park- ott Dallas Uptown provided the best ser- ott Uptown is a welcome addition to the

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05.07.21 █ dallasvoice 25 ‘A big, fat, queer, blended family’ THE MOMBIAN

The National LGBTQ Task Force’s executive director Kierra Johnson on motherhood and more

ierra Johnson, executive director of the Nation- al LGBTQ Task Force, is also the mother of three. She spoke with me for Mother’s Day about her experiences as a parent in “a big, fat, queer, blended family,” her advice for other queer parents, and how being a parent has im- pacted her work. Johnson has led the Task Force since February, having served as deputy executive director since 2018 and been on its board of directors and National Action Council before that. She came to the organization after 20 years in the re- productive rights movement. If running a major LGBTQ organization doesn’t keep her busy enough, she’s also going to have “a high schooler, a middle schooler, and a preschooler” next year. She didn’t always want to be a mom, she said, explaining, “I wasn’t one of those people who was like, ‘When I grow up, I’m going to have 2.5 kids.’” She was inspired to become a parent, however, “because I was in a relation- ship that made me feel love, and joy, and safe.” As for being a queer parent, John- son, who is bisexual, reflected, “I think there’s an increased amount of fear and caution that as queer parents we endure, especially as our kids are entering their own spheres without us.” She recounted a time when one of her children wanted to wear nail polish to Kierra Johnson by Todd Franson

26 dallasvoice.com █ 05.07.21 preschool. Her then-partner was afraid issues,” Johnson asserted, “so we have other kids would make fun of him. Ev- long worked across movements, across eryone gets made fun of for something, identities, to build community power to though, Johnson felt, “whether it’s nail move liberation, equality, and justice for polish, or the fact that he’s Black, or that all people.” he’s got two queer moms and no dad.” The Task Force’s biggest campaign She told her partner that their child right now is around the Equality Act, should go to school with painted nails, which would expand federal civil rights “and then we’re going to listen” and for LGBTQ people. One of the ways make another decision based on that. they’re strategizing around this is by “What we’re not going to do is put this asking, “How does the Equality Act im- box around our kid because of our fears.” prove family lives?” Johnson said. She Johnson observed, “I feel like my chil- noted that despite the practical benefits dren are teaching me every day about of marriage equality for many, there are how I need to think and be and do dif- still “many ways that LGBTQ people are ferently, and to not make assumptions,” discriminated against that end up being not only about strangers, but also about barriers to us being able to provide for themselves. “Sometimes I’m wrong,” our families.” she admitted. With one child, “I’ve been The organization has also been rais- using he/him pronouns since they were ing awareness about the impact of the born, and when my kid told me, ‘I feel pending U.S. Supreme Court decision like a little bit of a girl and a little bit of a in Fulton v. City of Philadelphia, which boy,’ I was like, ‘Okay, I need to show up could let taxpayer-funded adoption and differently.’” foster care agencies around the country Yet she affirmed, “Because I’m so in- use their religious beliefs as a reason to vested in supporting them every which discriminate against LGBTQ people and way I can, I’m okay with being wrong.” others. A loss in the case “means kids Parents “so desperately want to make who don’t get a family,” Johnson said. the right decision for our children” and This is personal for her, too: “One of are often judged for their choices, John- my own family members almost was son said. But, “There are often many sent to foster care until my mom was right answers, and those answers are go- able to take him in,” Johnson shared. She ing to look different family to family and is hopeful, however, for a win in Fulton Now Under kid to kid even. It’s important to give and a continued evolution “of hearts and ourselves grace, give each other grace, minds and policy that is supportive of New Management and know that we’re not stuck in the de- queer people and the families and com- cisions that we make. munities they are part of.” “I’m not saying there aren’t conse- And families don’t just benefit from quences, [but] part of being a parent equality; they are key to achieving it. is about being nimble and willing to Johnson explained, “I think one of the evolve,” she continued. “Parenting is a reasons that we’ve come so far is be- big, fat experiment, and there’s so much cause of our families.” LGBTQ people fun and joy in that. My advice is let your- are working “hand in hand with grand- self feel the joy as opposed to the anxiety parents, aunties, nieces, nephews, best of the decision making.” friends, and the other students in our Full Body Waxing “I take that into my work,” Johnson classes that show up for us together. For Men and Women explained. “I’m going to be wrong some- Frankly, I think it’s why we’re going to times.” ultimately see the passing of broader The question is then, she continued, federal protections and increased sup- “How do I evolve based on the expe- port of LGBTQ people and in society. riences and relationships that I have in “We have come a long way and be- FREE Eyebrow or Lip Wax in January & February the world? I feel grateful that I have [my cause of that I’m inspired that we can do kids] as my teachers to help further my better and do more,” she said. “There’s $35 Brazilian for Women or $50 Brazilian for Men own thinking about what it means to no limit to showing up as our best selves. (first time clients only) create a world that is really about equity There’s no cap on love.” Full Back as low as $46, Chest as low as $40 and justice.” .Dana Rudolph is the founder and publish- and Underarms as low as $19 Creating that world is the Task Force’s er of Mombian (mombian.com), a GLAAD mission. “I think one of our gifts to the Media Award-winning blog and resource Book Online at www.WeOnlyWax.com movement is that we have never seen directory, with a searchable database of 600+ social justice issues as single constituent LGBTQ family books, media, and more. or call 214-833-5958 5610 Lemmon Ave + locations in Dallas, The Colony and Hurst

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