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A brown sling pack, a gray patterned tie, a t-shirt that says SIR, a chain bracelet, a butch wearing a wool coat.
Holigays

Holigay Gift Guide: Gifts for Your Favorite Dapper, Transmasc Queer

Dapper, transmasc queers thrive year-round, but in my opinion, we shine brightest in the winter.

shea wesley martin November 21, 2022 6 Comments
A woman wears glasses and a mask as well as a beanie and winter coat and is outside in the cold
Thanksgiving

This Thanksgiving, I’m Moving to Warmer Weather in an Attempt To Survive

As I write this, nearly 70,000 new cases were reported yesterday, and hospitalizations are increasing. Health officials have started to warn of a coming surge in the winter, just as we’ve seen the last two winters. 

Katie November 21, 2022 10 Comments
Holigays

Holigay Gift Guide: For the Queer Always Talking About Their Fur Babies

One of the ways to my heart is truly through my dog, and I bet you have someone in your life who’s the exact same way. Why not get them something for their furry friends this season?

Darcy November 20, 2022 4 Comments
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Thanksgiving

How To Roast a Turkey

I wouldn’t know.

Kayla Kumari Upadhyaya November 19, 2022 31 Comments
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Beauty Holigays

Holigay Gift Guide: Things To Buy for Yourself Because You Deserve It

Hi reader, it’s me. Your auntie who likes nice things.

danijanae November 18, 2022 4 Comments
1. Zoe's Ghana Kitchen by Zoe Adjonyoh. 2. Coconuts and Collards by Von Diaz. 3. Cook As You Are by Ruby Tandoh. 4.
Food and Drink Holigays

Holigay Gift Guide: Queer Cookbooks for Every Home Chef on Your Shopping List

If you’re going to buy cookbooks for your friends and family, why not buy them queer cookbooks and put money in the pockets of queer chefs?

Casey November 17, 2022 9 Comments
Two moms and their daughter shop at the supermarket
Holigays

Ways To Truly Support and Celebrate Queer Parents During the Entire Holiday Season

The parents in our LGBTQ+ community deserve some rest and celebration.

Kayla Kumari Upadhyaya November 16, 2022 7 Comments
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Holigays Parenting & Family

Practical Magic: How to Cut Ties With Your Family

If you have family you don’t want to associate with anymore, whatever your reasoning, this guide is for you.

danijanae November 14, 2022 20 Comments
A Quick and Easy Guide to Sex and Disability by A. Andrews; a blue foldable camping chair; a jar opener; a gray heating pad.
Holigays

Holigay Gift Guide: Sick Gifts for the Spoonies in Your Life

A Spoonie is an affectionate name for a chronically ill person who has limited energy (spoons!) to use on any given day. It’s a rad community of resilient people whose physical, emotional, and cognitive struggles are mostly invisible to their friends, colleagues, and even family members.

Heather Hogan November 13, 2022 19 Comments
Orange slices, a customizable photo mug, a customizable photo keychain that looks like a film roll, a candle that says Daddy on it, and a person applying eye patches.
Holigays

Holigay Gift Guide: For Your Long-Distance Friends

Maybe you, like a lot of queer people, found your community online and don’t live near your friends.

Valerie Anne November 11, 2022 5 Comments
Burt's Bees hand balm, a leather polishing kit, a candle shaped like a butt, a black beanie, and a black slipper
Holigays

Holigay Gift Guide: 10 Gifts With Daddy Energy for the Masc Top in Your Life

If you’re looking for a gift that says, “Spank me, Daddy,” I’ve got you covered.

Ro White November 10, 2022 6 Comments
A comically large turkey strapped to the top of a vintage car in front of an autumn background
Thanksgiving

10 Ways To Stay Connected to Your Disabled / Chronically Ill Friends This Thanksgiving

If the last few years have reiterated anything to us us, it’s that queer people are endlessly resourceful in their pursuit of staying connected with their community, and committed to keeping each other safe.

Heather Hogan November 7, 2022 8 Comments
Celebrities (Vapid Fluff) Halloween

Janelle Monáe Gave Megan Thee Stallion a ‘Lil Kiss, Plus Other Hot Queers in Costumes

Happy Gay Christmas!

Carmen Phillips October 31, 2022
Chrishell Stause and G Flip are in a convince store dressed as each other, both are white people with shoulder length blonde hair, one has on a white tank top and black leather bomber jacket with large black sunglasses, the other is in a black sleeveless mini dress
Celebrities (Vapid Fluff) Halloween

Chrishell Stause and G Flip Dressed Up As EACH OTHER for Halloween, Gayest Shit Imaginable

Yes, you heard me correctly.

Anya Richkind October 31, 2022 7 Comments
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Food Lists Health

How to Meal Plan Without Hating Your Life and Your Self

Preparing a meal does not have to be an elaborate situation.

Vanessa October 31, 2022 26 Comments
a collaged image of Kayla as Fright Dyke which means she has spooky makeup and fake blood on and spiderwebs in her hair as well as a black dress
Halloween Straddleverse

Fright Dyke Has a Message for the Final Gays

Are the lights on?

Fright Dyke October 31, 2022 4 Comments
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Halloween

I Will Always Steal These 10 Candies From My Kid’s Trick or Treat Bucket

Reese’s Pieces are better than plain M&Ms. You can fight me, but don’t bother because I will win.

Sa'iyda Shabazz October 31, 2022 11 Comments
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Halloween

Quiz: What Last Minute Halloween Costume Should You Throw Together?

No costume? No problem. Take this personality quiz to see what last minute Halloween costume best fits your vibes.

Lucia October 28, 2022 17 Comments
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Halloween TV Lists

25 of the Silliest, Spookiest Plotlines From “Buffy the Vampire Slayer,” Ranked by Absurdity

One dark and stormy night, like so many queer people before me, I eagerly introduced a friend to the world of Buffy the Vampire Slayer.

Darcy October 27, 2022 16 Comments
Food and Drink Halloween

The Hunt for the Perfect Baked Pumpkin Treat

I chose four pumpkin/pumpkin spice recipes, new to me, and spent a considerable amount of my October baking (and eating) them. Now I’m here to tell you all about it!

Casey October 23, 2022 19 Comments
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