Monthly Archives: May 2011

Gay Marriage – have the discussion or stay friends?

Posted on May 31, 2011 by Nicole

Today I received an email from a family friend asking for advice on a very interesting topic. This friend, we will call him Jeff, is gay, single, recently retired and lives in a small town in rural Minnesota. Jeff’s retirement … Continue reading →

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Say “I do” Mr. President

Posted on May 30, 2011 by Nicole

I am reading a book right now called “Why Marriage Matters” by Evan Wolfson. It is a brilliant book and once I finish it I plan to devote a whole blog post to it because Evan makes a powerful case … Continue reading →

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V is for Vendetta

Posted on May 29, 2011 by Nicole

While practically everyone I know is “up north” (including my husband) I am in town and spent the day with my mom and brother. It was a great day that included talking, laughing, eating, and a Target run, followed by … Continue reading →

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Minnesotans United for All Families

Posted on May 28, 2011 by Nicole

Minnesotans United for All Families is a new group formed to defeat the Minnesota Constitutional amendment that would permanently ban the right to marry for GLBT. The group is a collaboration effort of independent organizations, including Outfront MN. This is … Continue reading →

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Topp Twins

Posted on May 27, 2011 by Nicole

Tonight I saw a movie I had been waiting to see for over a year. The movie is called “Forks over Knives” and was inspired by the finding of The China Study, which was the most comprehensive study of nutrition … Continue reading →

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Scott Dibble’s Email

Posted on May 26, 2011 by Nicole

I received a great email from Senator Dibble today, it was in response to the letter I sent him a couple weeks ago. I thought I would share it with you all, hoping it gives you inspiration for the months … Continue reading →

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Tim Kelly & John Kriesel

Posted on May 25, 2011 by Nicole

When the House was debating on Saturday night, two brave republicans went against their party and spoke out against the amendment; Tim Kelly and John Kriesel. When Tim Kelly voted down the bill during the House Rules Committee vote I … Continue reading →

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Amazing Organizations to Join

Posted on May 24, 2011 by Nicole

We have a long road ahead of us and we won’t make it without partnering with the amazing organizations dedicated to marriage equality. Here are a list of resources and organizations I recommend joining. They will give you the support … Continue reading →

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Legislator Responses

Posted on May 23, 2011 by Nicole

I read in the Star Tribune today that on Sunday the Human Rights Campaign sent an email blast to all of it’s members asking people to write to MN legislators regarding the amendment. The members listened, and the Capitol received … Continue reading →

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Lets make HISTORY MN!

Posted on May 22, 2011 by Nicole

Saturday, May 21st will be a day I remember for the rest of my life. For on this day the Republican majority voted yes to a bill that will let the majority vote on the civil rights of a minority. … Continue reading →

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