Independence Day: Happy 250th Birthday, USA!

Happy 250th USA - Independence Day

Wishing everyone a fun, frolicsome, and happy Independence Day as the country recognizes the 250th anniversary of the birth of our nation.

Trust and believe I am celebrating all the way over in Greece where hubby Michael and I are about to embark on an Atlantis Cruise from Athens to Venice.

Here are some Independence Day factoids (via NPR) to share during your July 4th conversations. Continue reading “Independence Day: Happy 250th Birthday, USA!”

View With..A Phone? + Kevin Spacey Felt ‘Attacked’ + More News

Four dumbest girls in Athens, Greece

Some news stories for you as we head into the holiday weekend:

• Greece: I really don’t intend to be mean, but…the four in that lead pic chose to sit down at the restaurant I was at tonight with their backs to an incredible view of Athens, Greece. And yes, that’s the Acropolis on the left. #smh

• Attitude Magazine: Oscar winner Kevin Spacey says he felt “attacked” by the LGBTQ community when he came out. Gurl… Continue reading “View With..A Phone? + Kevin Spacey Felt ‘Attacked’ + More News”

Gay Cruise Banned From Docking In Turkey

Atlantis Cruise banned from docking in Turkey

Hello readers! I write to you from Greece where hubby Michael and I are about to embark on the Atlantis Cruise from Athens to Venice.

But a last minute hiccup has occurred as Turkey, which was to be an early stop on the cruise, has banned our ship from docking citing “moral standards” and “family values.” Continue reading “Gay Cruise Banned From Docking In Turkey”

Megyn Kelly Thankful ‘Perverted’ Pride Month Is Over + More News

Some news items for you as we march over this Hump Day:

• Media Matters: Megyn Kelly told her listeners on Sirius XM yesterday that she’s thankful “perverted” Pride Month is over. Hard to believe she was ever considered a legitimate journalist.

• Kenneth-in-the-212: Check out this week’s round-up of LGBTQ (and adjacent) publications including the latest from DNA Magazine. Continue reading “Megyn Kelly Thankful ‘Perverted’ Pride Month Is Over + More News”

Victor Willis, Lead Singer/Co-Founder of Village People, Dead At 74

Victor Willis (screen capture)

Victor Willis, the “police officer” and founding lead singer of the Village People has died at the age of 74.

A post on the Village People’s official Facebook page reads, “We are profoundly sad to announce the death of Victor Willis, lead singer of Village People. Victor passed on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, of a short but aggressive illness. Privacy is requested.” Continue reading “Victor Willis, Lead Singer/Co-Founder of Village People, Dead At 74”

FBI Arrests Man Planning Anti-LGBTQ Terrorism In Puerto Rico + More

Robinson De La Cruz (via Justice Dept)

Some news stories I thought worth your time:

• Justice Department: The FBI’s office in Puerto Rico has arrested Robinson De La Cruz Hilario (above) following an investigation that uncovered repeated online threats of mass violence targeting the LGBTQ community, as well as the receipt and possession of illegal child porn.

• Facebook: So, I have no details on who created this, but the tune is catchy and the visuals funny – “Trump’s Green Swamp Pool Party Pavilion.” Continue reading “FBI Arrests Man Planning Anti-LGBTQ Terrorism In Puerto Rico + More”