I met Nikki Giovanni tonight

I get so overwhelmed when I am about to write about big subjects such as these. For I have so much to write about.

She answered my question that I asked. I asked, "have you heard of the remarks Representative Sally Kern made?"... she said "no".... I said, "she said that homosexuals are more dangerous than terrorists" ... Nikki replied, "and where did you say this representative was from?"... I said, "Oklahoma"... and she said... "Oklahoma, huh?..... Oh, Oklahoma".... and everyone laughed. She went on to say that she was glad I brought that question up. She talked about Matthew Shepard, and how it's only a matter of time before Gays start waking up and start fighting for their Civil Rights. How there is a long history of injustice. The hate crimes, everything.

She addressed so much more as well. The Bush-Cheney administration. It was inspirational. She signed a copy of her book, which I bought. I am going to read it now, and then go to bed.

Goodnight.



Paul and I had a long conversation last night. We got to know each other more. The spark was growing. Although I've seen him in person only twice. And talked to him in person only once. There's a ray of light in this that I feel. Or maybe it's my imagination. I haven't decided whether I'm going to wait and see if he gets online tonight. If he does, I hope he IM's me first. That would make it all worth the while. All worth while.