Me - the gay. Diary.

Gay's blog.

Entries from 2019-01-01 to 1 month

Prone to Wander

There's a popular painting of Christ carrying a lamb on His shoulders. For a long time, that painting has inspired me. Knowing that Christ was willing to go out into the desert, search in the wilderness, and go anywhere to find a lamb who …

The BYU Honor Code Bans Hugs, Handshakes, and Temple Attendance

If I'm gay.Warning. This is a heavy post.I've worked at BYU as a curriculum designer. I'm a BYU graduate, twice. My license plate says BYU on it. My best friend attends BYU. But just today I learned about something that has given me cause …

Disney, Gay Mormons, and Happily Ever After

There's something awesomely magical about watching a Disney film unfold. Over and over and over again, the protagonist faces life's struggles with head held high. Reaching deep inside, he (well, usually she) learns something new, overcomes…

Planting Seeds

My aunt posted a photo on Facebook about her emotions watching her son prepare to leave for college.And I feel torn.I'm grateful for the rare glimpse into someone else's life. For the emotional connection it gives me.I still feel torn.The …