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Parenting & Family

Queer Mom Chronicles: I Have Baby Fever, but I Don’t Want Another Baby

When my partner and I started dating, we talked about having more kids.

Sa'iyda Shabazz November 20, 2023 3 Comments
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Astrology, Tarot & Witchcraft Thanksgiving

What Dish Should You Bring to Friendsgiving/The Potluck Based on Your Sign?

It’s that time of year where queers of every Zodiac sign gather for anti-Thanksgiving, for Friendsgiving, for a fall or autumnal celebration or for a fundraising potluck.

Nico November 18, 2023 6 Comments
The author's strength coach Vinny, the author's friend Brendan, and the author Stef Rubino at the gym posing
Health Sports

I Never Thought I’d Love Powerlifting; Now I’m Training for My First Competition

Tomorrow, I take the platform to see what year and some change has done to my body, my drive, and my spirit.

Stef Rubino November 17, 2023 5 Comments
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Food Lists Thanksgiving

Outside the Sides Box: Alternative Thanksgiving Dishes That Go Great With Turkey

There are a whole lot of vegan and gluten free options for alternative Thanksgiving sides.

Kayla Kumari Upadhyaya November 15, 2023 5 Comments
a Thanksgiving turkey dinner feast
Thanksgiving

So You’re Hosting Your First Thanksgiving: Tips for Crushing it From a Seasoned Pro

As someone who has been hosting Thanksgiving on and off for the last 11 years, I’ve learned a lot.

Sa'iyda Shabazz November 13, 2023 9 Comments
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Christmas Movie Reviews

I Got High and Watched Tello’s Latest Lesbian Christmas Movie, “A Holiday I Do”

Wow Rivkah Reyes really said I will be stealing hearts like the Grinch stole Christmas.

Drew Burnett Gregory November 11, 2023 16 Comments
Crafts & DIY Projects Holigays

Join Me in Making Some DIY Holigay Candles

The holiday season is quickly approaching so you know what that means… decor! gifts! homey things!

Em Win November 2, 2023 7 Comments
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LGBTQ+ Businesses Money + Work

These Are the Hot Tips Queer Small Business Owners Swear By

“I’ve seen behind the curtain of businesses I thought were levels above us to discover everyone’s faking it.”

Riese October 30, 2023 11 Comments
1. The author's son as a baby, dressed as a pumpkin. 2. The author's son, dressed as a pirate. 3. The author and her son, dressed as Spider-Man. 4.
Halloween Parenting & Family

Queer Mom Chronicles: Halloween Is Just Another Reminder My Kid Is Growing Up

As a parent, Halloween is always such a mess of a holiday.

Sa'iyda Shabazz October 30, 2023 6 Comments
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Halloween Movie Features

Obsessed: How “Nightmare On Elm Street 2: Freddy’s Revenge” Ruined Its Gay Lead’s Life

“Looking back, it was so gay. It was amazing….all I can say was, we were all incredibly naive. Or, all incredibly latently gay. I’m not sure which.”

Riese October 27, 2023 2 Comments
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Comedy Halloween

9 Niche Last Minute Queer Halloween Costumes No One Will Understand But You

Option 1: Dress up as your ex using all of the clothes they left behind six years ago.

Motti October 25, 2023 9 Comments
Work Life Balance How? Advice fro Queer Small Business Owners
Money + Work Sponsored

Work-Life Balance: How?!?!

Six queer small business owners and self-employed people share their best tips for how you can achieve that oh-so-elusive “work-life balance.”

Riese October 23, 2023 14 Comments
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Halloween Quizzes

Quiz: Which Gay Halloween Candy Are You?

Are you gay? Have you ever wished to be reincarnated as a classic Halloween candy? Have I got the quiz for you!

Riese October 22, 2023 14 Comments
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Parenting & Family

Queer Mom Chronicles: Why Do I Constantly Have To Explain Our Family Dynamic?

We live in a time when the “traditional” nuclear family isn’t necessarily the default family structure anymore. But beyond that, not all queer families are made the same way either.

Sa'iyda Shabazz October 20, 2023 11 Comments
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Comedy Health

F*ck It All Fall

Let’s do it, queers. Let’s embrace our seasonal chaotic energy and manifest it into long-term, healthy decisions!

Em Win October 16, 2023 6 Comments
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Health

Vegan Protein Powders, Ranked From Vulgar to Chuggable

As a friend said, “I would not normally think about drinking pancake batter.”

Nico October 9, 2023 29 Comments
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Food Lists Halloween

41 Spooky, Scary, Halloween Recipes for Your Monster Mash or Fright Night

Halloween is totally the best, right? Halloween costumes, Halloween decorations, Halloween movies, Halloween parties, and of course, Halloween food.

Mey October 9, 2023 20 Comments
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Parenting & Family

Be the Queer Aunt You Wish to See in The World

My relationship with my nibling made me understand how important it is to continue living my queer life out loud.

Sa'iyda Shabazz October 9, 2023 6 Comments
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Halloween Quizzes

Quiz: Plan a Halloween Party and I’ll Tell You Which Ghost of a Queer TV Character Is Haunting You

Picture this: you’re planning decorations for your Halloween party and you start to wonder if Jenny Schecter is hiding in the drywall.

Riese October 8, 2023 15 Comments
Halloween TV Feature

How to DIY an “A League of Their Own” Halloween Costume

With some creativity and planning, you can put together a Rockford Peaches costume that’s fun and versatile.

Kayla Kumari Upadhyaya October 6, 2023 9 Comments
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