Pride

I was reading this post from Ta-Nehisi Coates from the Atlantic, and it just made me think of what the parade is for me.

Pride is not a political act for me. The rally and march back in November for Marriage, that was a political act for me. The Pride Parade, that's a party. A time to celebrate my gayness, get drunk, get stoned, and most years, be a bit slutty (not so much doing the slutty this year). The past few years, I've been in the parade, as part of my friend's float. This year, he's not doing a float, so I just get to watch. I think I'm going to wear my shirt from last year. The shirt is bright red, and has "Homoland Security" on the back. All I need is a whistle, and I'll direct traffic, and get drinks for doing it. Pride is a day to let loose, and just have fun, and celebrate those of us who love the same-sex. Pride is not a political act.