Comments on: It’s Been A Single Issue Weekend

By: anita

anita — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 06:05:15 +0000

Stephanie–>From your mouth to God’s ears! I tend to protect my heart by not thinking about the possibility that we will actually be able to defeat Prop 8. In fact, while the folks all standing together at the visibility actions are positive and upbeat, none of us really talk together about winning. I think it might be that everyone feels the same as I do. Hope for the best but prepare for the worst. At the very least, we will have done everything possible to confront the ridiculous lies the organizers supporting Prop 8 have been spreading.

Kelly–> Thanks Kelly. I distributed the letters late this morning and had one person come to the door and someone else calling. Both I already know were very strong NO on Prop 8 folks but it was still nice that they took the time to contact me with kind words about the letter.

Oh, not to worry. We know we are married and always will be before the eyes of God, our friends and family. In fact, should we lose, I already plan to have a tee shirt made that says, “Prop 8 might have passed but my wedding ring will always be on my finger and she will forever be my wife.” Oh and don’t you worry about us being bound for life…I’ve teased D many times that if she ever so much as thought about leaving me (she never would of course because I’m so adorable and charming) she’d have to do it dragging me across the ground since I’d be holding onto her ankle with a death grip.

By: wvhillcountry

wvhillcountry — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 03:40:05 +0000

Anita, I just wanted to say that I loved your letter. How can anyone forget the human faces involved in this issue when they read your words? Prayers continuing to be sent up for no on 8. But don’t forget that no matter what happens on Tues. you are still married to the most wonderful gal.

In God’s eyes, our eyes, and your eyes, you are still bound together. You are bound for life ( she is stuck with you LOL…….) just teasing, but still even if it is voted in, You are her wife and she is yours for better or worse. One legal document can not in any way destroy what God has joined together. And God has joined the two of you in a way that transcends marriage legal by law. I ask for God’s blessings on you both and pray legalities will not stand in the way of your future happiness. I love ya both for all you have done behind the scenes and in the forefront, Kelli

By: Stephanie

Stephanie — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 03:35:46 +0000

Anita-

We will be rejoicing with you when it doesn’t pass and praying with you until then. I commend you for all your effort and hard work Anita, I admire you for being another who is standing up and fighting so yeah, I’ll hang in there with you my friend.

Peace, Love and Grace to you ladies!

By: anita

anita — Sun, 02 Nov 2008 20:03:53 +0000

Bon–> Oh girl, been there, read that! I went through a huge Nouwen book blitz a few years ago and that was possibly my favorite of all, at least on the personal impact it had on me. I’ve had Ragamuffin Gospel for years on my shelf and this is my first time to give it a thorough read through….LOVE it. All prayers from every corner of the planet are welcome, not only for California but for Arizona and Florida. Every step forward in justice is a step for all of us wherever we live!

By: Bon

Bon — Sun, 02 Nov 2008 19:54:23 +0000

And when you’re done reading Ragamuffin Gospel (one of my all-time faves, to which I return again and again), consider reading Return of the Prodigal Son by Nouwen. Grace, grace, grace, grace, grace, and peace be with you.

Though there’s not much I can do here in the Midwestern Wastelands, know you’re all in my prayers and thoughts.

By: Terri

Terri — Sun, 02 Nov 2008 14:58:44 +0000

LOL, I like the stick family, but I think ya need a couple of dogs to make it better, want one of mine? Or maybe the new kitten that never quits meowing?

By: Susan

Susan — Sun, 02 Nov 2008 13:14:10 +0000

Sometimes, you just have to do a blitz! I am there with you, in spirit and blogging, on a similar issue in my state. Good luck to all of you in California. From all that I’ve read and seen and heard from relatives, this has been one very bitter and mean campaign with destruction of property, and hateful speech. Where I am in North Florida, I am unaware of really nasty stuff happening. The Yes on 2 folks are more insidious: they smile, and say “God Bless You”….and then calmly rattle off their rhetoric of lies, exaggerations, and slander. So I smile, shake my head, and counter their garbage with strangers I meet…and continue my own “blogging blitz”.
I’ll pray for you guys. And keep Florida in your prayers, too, OK? Great! Cyberhug and handshake!

By: elijang

elijang — Sun, 02 Nov 2008 10:12:35 +0000

Our thoughts and prayers will be with you all next week as your nation selects a leader and your State votes on proposition 8, hopefully saying NO. Our hope is that one day Australia might follow the example of California and your few other States and allow marriage for same sex couples here. I suspect the road ahead may be a long one for that to happen for us, nevertheless we remain positive and there are good people working towards that day and the day that we will be free from discrimination and allowed to be ourselves with the person we love.