Queer joy is more than celebration—it’s survival, it’s resistance, and it’s community. In this post, I reflect on my experience at the Transgender Day of Visibility rally in Michigan, where joy became a form of protest and presence was its own kind of power. From the quiet strength of a message held by a transgender truck driver to the transformative story of a mother reclaiming love over dogma, this piece is about witnessing, remembering, and choosing hope. Joy doesn’t ignore pain—it stands beside it, defiantly alive.

Spirituality is personal, yet personal gnosis is often dismissed for lacking tradition. In this post, I explore the balance between honoring tradition and embracing personal revelation, emphasizing discernment over dogmatism. Take what resonates, leave the rest—your path is yours to shape.

Our return to spirituality came through upheaval—embracing change, searching for meaning, and reconnecting with something vast we call Khaos. This journey has been one of learning, unlearning, and relearning—and at its core, self-acceptance. Wherever you are, accept it—that’s the first step forward.