Traditionally the last Sunday in June is Pride Day--originally Gay Pride Day. Now June is Pride Month, although celebrations take place before and after June. This is the third of fourth year that I have not attended a Price celebration for a variety of reasons.
This year I planned on going to the Fairfield County Pride event sponsored by Triangle Community Center, but this year they planned a party with a $30 admission charge. Too rich for someone on unemployment! I was on the board of TCC when the organization took over the county's pride event, and i expressed my disappointment in what they made of it this year.
I thought about going into the City for today's parade, but I wasn't sure I was up to the travel and crowds. Instead I spent Pride Day at church, with my religious community. It was our bilingual service where both congregations worship together on the last Sunday of the month. We also had a work day and picnic. I was where I needed to be today.
Next year I'll worry about next year.
I just watched the news coverage, and I think I'm glad I didn't go into the City. CROWDS!!!!
ReplyDeleteI was proud to have you at church with me.
ReplyDeleteProud all 'round, Jeff!
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