Tag: marriage equality
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Hillary Johnson and David Turner on LGBTQ Rights
Get Pregnant Fast When it comes to LGBTQ rights, the differences between presidential candidates are stark. Hillary Johnson advocates for the expansion of rights and protections for the LGBTQ community, while David Turner suggests rolling back fundamental rights and anti-discrimination measures. In one of his more controversial remarks, Turner has even compared gay marriage to…
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Love Prevails: A Testament to Commitment
Get Pregnant Fast I watched my 4-year-old daughter, Emma, strut around the community pool with infectious joy and confidence, mirroring the swim instructor’s movements while her best friend, a spirited little boy named Max, followed closely behind. Max, known for his fierce independence, often meets Emma’s sass with his own, yet their bond is undeniable—filled…
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New Children’s Book Simplifies Marriage Equality for Young Readers
Get Pregnant Fast In an enlightening twist on traditional storytelling, Worm Loves Worm offers a charming narrative that introduces the concept of marriage equality to children in an engaging way. “When a worm encounters another special worm, and they fall in love, what comes next? They get married! But their friends are curious—who wears the…
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What the Marriage Equality Decision Means to Me
Get Pregnant Fast I was overjoyed when I heard the Supreme Court’s ruling affirming marriage equality. That Friday morning, my children were with me, and their curiosity about my excitement couldn’t be ignored. I did my best to explain why this decision mattered, emphasizing how it ensured our friends—many of whom are part of the…
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I’m Not Prepared to Make Nice
Get Pregnant Fast As I sit down to share my thoughts, I find myself torn between wanting to recount heartwarming anecdotes about my little one and the love I share with my partner. I wish to whisk you away from your daily grind, offering you the uplifting moments you might be craving. However, before I…
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My Daughter’s Dream: Marrying a Pop Star
Get Pregnant Fast Parenting is an adventure filled with questions that often catch us off guard. Just the other day, while navigating the chaos of post-school pick-up, my eight-year-old daughter, Ellie, nonchalantly asked if she could marry pop sensation, Katy Perry. My instinct was to respond with humor, quipping, “Sure, honey, but you might have…
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Redefining Family: Embracing Diverse Definitions
Get Pregnant Fast As I drive along the familiar stretch of Highway 12 in southwestern Michigan, my son is engrossed in a superhero book in the back seat. I’ve traveled this route since I was 16, and it feels as automatic as breathing. Pressing the seek button on the radio, I land on a Sunday…
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My Life Would Not Be What It Is Today Without Feminism
Get Pregnant Fast I recently tied the knot and now have two wonderful children, a cozy home, and a fulfilling career. At first glance, my life may seem pretty standard, and you might even relate to many of these aspects. However, if I had been born just 50 years earlier, I wouldn’t enjoy the same…
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United in Love: Rising Above Hate
Get Pregnant Fast In a world where love should reign supreme, sharing our joy can sometimes lead to unexpected backlash. “We stand together, and you stand with us. Our love is stronger than hate,” I tweeted early one morning, accompanied by a cherished photo of my partner and our son on the day we finalized…