Bewitched

A big "thank you" for printing the Spiritual Reference Guide in [Vol.27, issue 18] Frontiers. But why no Pagans or Wiccans? Earth-based traditions are among the fastest growing religious groups in the nation, and the majority are welcoming of GLBTIs. Yes, we're structured somewhat loosely and can be difficult to find if one isn't looking, but we're out there in big numbers. Here's a couple of references that you might consider adding to next year's directory:

Los Angeles County Queer Pagans Meetup
meetup.com/lacountyqueerpagans

Los Angeles/Hollywood Pagans and Witches (not specifically a gay group, but gay-owned and very gay-friendly)
pagan.meetup.com/834

Both hold monthly events and offer great networking and resource opportunities for Pagans of every stripe.

Mariner
Owner, L.A./Hollywood Pagans and Witches at Meetup.com

Hidden Gems

I have to say that your piece by Michael Anthony [“When Plans Change: In Sickness and in Health,” Vol. 27, issue 19], struck two chords in me. The first was that it seemed almost out of place in the magazine. We are a community where many are dealing with caring for partners with HIV and AIDS-related complications. This piece seemed to try to hint at this "burden" but disguised as an issue removed from our community.

When I shared that article with my partner (healthy for 10 years and counting, god bless!) I was struck by his reaction. He was extremely moved to tears. He noted how un-cliche the piece was and how it made a point to our community without playing on stereotypes. He said it was one of the best pieces he's read in Frontiers lately.

I've since re-read the piece a couple more times, and it now strikes a new chord in me. It is affecting and very well done. Thank you Frontiers, for sometimes taking the road less obvious.

Hal
via Internet

Correction:

In [“New Prop. 8 Studies Raise Questions About Strategy,” Vol. 27, issue 19], we erroneously named the “We Are Family March” sponsor. Accurately, Somos Familia, an unincorporated organization voicing support for their LGBT brothers and sisters, sponsored and organized the event. We regret the error.

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