The election results in Texas are clear: poor voter turnout with an overwhelming lean toward legislated bigotry, divisiveness and discrimination. Of course I'm talking about Proposition 2, that amends the Texas state constitution to define a "marriage" as a union between one man and one woman. It pains me to realize that here in the "bible belt" - there is very little of Christ in our christianity! This kind of legislation directly contradicts the teachings of Jesus - who always upheld inclusion, acceptance and love. I would include forgiveness - but that does not even apply here. Should we require forgiveness for being gay, bi or transgendered? I don't think so. If forgiveness should be applied to this situation in any way - it will have to be our forgiveness of those who voted for the amendment for "they know not what they do".
Speaking of those who are transgendered, how will this amendment impact them? How will they be looked upon under the law that does not specifically define "man" and "woman"? I guess that is up to future court cases to decide. In any event - this is merely a blight on the human record, that I feel will in time be corrected. Our children and their children are already learning how to accept and embrace diversity. Someday they will be more active in our churches, in our schools and in our government - and they will look back and shake their heads at what has happened here today. They will ask themselves and each other - "What were they thinking?!!!"
For us here today - we need to keep hold of hope. We need to accept this minor defeat, pick ourselves up, dust off our britches and move forward, continuing to spread a message of love, acceptance, inclusion and yes, forgiveness. But we also need to practice what we preach! Let's not just talk about it - let's do it.
In the meantime... peace and love to you all!
WOOF ya later!
- bbw
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