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(He, Him, His) Husband ❤️ | Leadership Coach 🌟 | Knitting fanatic 🧶 | Star Wars & Star Trek geek 🚀✨ | Liberal AF 🏳️‍🌈 | Passionate about empowering others, fostering growth, and sharing knowledge every step of the way.
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Harvey Milk (1930-1978) was the first openly gay elected official in California and a fierce advocate for LGBTQ rights. His leadership helped ban discrimination based on sexual orientation. Though his life was cut short, his legacy fuels the fight for equality. #HarveyMilk #LGBTQHistory

🕊️ "If you can't do anything about it, then let it go. Don't be a prisoner to things you can't change." — Buddha Freedom begins where resistance ends. #Buddha #LetGo #InnerPeace #acceptance

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Gilbert Baker (1951-2017) was the visionary artist and activist who created the iconic rainbow flag, a global symbol of LGBTQ pride and unity. His work in the gay rights movement helped shape visibility and advocacy. His legacy continues to inspire equality worldwide. #GilbertBaker #Pride

As we enter LGBTQ+ Pride Month, we do so knowing that fighting for our rights is more critical than ever. #Silence=Death #Pride #Visible #Celebrated 🏳️‍🌈

😊 "The sexiest curve on your body is your smile. Flaunt it." — Unknown Confidence shines brightest when paired with joy. #SelfLove #SmileMore #Confidence

💡 "You can always choose what you think, say, or do in response to the world around you. That’s the source of all your power." — Mel Robbins Control isn’t about force—it’s about choice. How do you harness your power in moments of challenge? #MelRobbins #PersonalPower #PowerOfChoice #BeProactive

When in the course of modern governance, it becomes necessary for a people to hold their leaders accountable for the preservation of democracy and justice, a solemn duty compels them to enumerate the causes which impel their discontent. #Resist

May her memory be a blessing. I have fond memories of watching her play the character of Margaret Houlihan on M*A*S*H. #LorettaSwit

🕊️ "If it's out of your hands, it deserves freedom from your mind too." — Ivan Nuru Letting go brings peace. What’s one worry you’ve released recently? #IvanNuru #LettingGo #Mindfulness #acceptance

🌅 "Greet each day with your eyes open to beauty, your mind open to change, and your heart open to love." — Paula Finn A fresh start begins with openness. How do you welcome new possibilities into your day? #PaulaFinn #Gratitude #EmbraceChange

🙏 "Making gratitude your default emotion will single-handedly alter the course of your life." — Topher Pike A grateful heart transforms perspectives and invites abundance. How do you cultivate gratitude in your daily routine? #TopherPike #Gratitude #Mindset

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✨ "The moments of happiness we enjoy take us by surprise. It is not that we seize them, but that they seize us." — Ashley Montagu Joy often arrives unannounced, slipping into ordinary moments. When was the last time happiness caught you off guard? #AshleyMontagu #Happiness #Gratitude

🌿 "Stepping out of the busyness, stopping our endless pursuit of getting somewhere else, is perhaps the most beautiful offering we can make to our spirit." — Tara Brach Stillness isn’t empty—it’s full of presence. How do you create space for your spirit amid the rush of life? #Mindfulness #Peace

I am so proud of our boys.

🌿 "Realize deeply that the present moment is all you have. Make the now the primary focus of your life." — Eckhart Tolle The past is gone, the future is unknown—peace is found in embracing the now. How do you ground yourself in the present? #EckhartTolle #Mindfulness #LiveNow

Finished Object Pattern: Expeditious by AS ANDERSON Yarn: Hand dyed sock in pink fade 🧶 #knitting #knitsky

💖 "No beauty shines brighter than that of a good heart." — Unknown Kindness and compassion leave a lasting glow. How do you bring light to those around you? #KindnessMatters #InnerBeauty

George Wendt May his memory be a blessing. youtu.be/Y8TufQcnrdQ?...

🌿 "Breathe and let be." — Jon Kabat-Zinn Sometimes the best thing we can do is simply allow life to unfold. What’s one way you practice letting go? #Mindfulness #JonKabatZinn #InnerPeace

🚗 "There's a reason why the windshield is a lot bigger than the rearview mirror. You're not going backwards. You're driving your life forward." — Mel Robbins Perspective matters—focus on where you're headed, not where you've been. What’s one way you’re moving forward today? #MelRobbins #Focus

Mount St Helens Eruption 45 Years ago May 18 www.msn.com/en-us/weathe... #MtStHelens #volcanoes

#ShowMeYourKnits Purple Week Color Strike by Josh Ryks-Robinsky Orbit by Janina Kallio Delta by Josh Ryks-Robinsky Dotted Rays by Stephen West 🧶 #knitting #menwhoknit

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😊 "Start the day with a smile and the world will smile back at you." — Winny George A simple smile can set the tone for everything that follows. How do you bring positivity into your day? #WinnyGeorge #Positivity #Mindset

💪 "Strengthen your body so your mind has a place to live when you attack your day." — Topher Pike Physical resilience fuels mental clarity. How do you build strength to support your daily mindset? #TopherPike #Strength

Favorite Movie Fridays Auntie Mame (1958) is a feast for the soul—wild, witty, and wonderfully defiant. Rosalind Russell is the eccentric Mame Dennis, who lives by one rule: Life is a banquet, and most poor suckers are starving to death! If you crave a little Bohemian wisdom, dig in! #AuntieMame

Marc Jacobs, a renowned fashion designer, shaped modern luxury with bold, trend-setting designs. As Louis Vuitton’s creative director (1997–2014), he revolutionized high fashion. His eponymous brand continues to influence style, blending artistry with cultural commentary. #JewishAmericanMonth

⏳ "Just when you feel you have no time to relax, know this is the moment you most need to relax." — Matt Haig Stress tricks us into thinking we can’t pause, but slowing down is exactly what restores us. How do you reclaim calm in busy moments? #MattHaig #SelfCare #Mindfulness

Janis Ian, a Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, gained fame with Society’s Child and At Seventeen, tackling social issues through music. Her work spans folk, rock, and activism, shaping conversations on identity and justice. #JewishAmericanMonth

🌍 "You don't have to move mountains. Simply fall in love with life. Be a tornado of happiness, gratitude, and acceptance." — Anita Krizzan Small acts of kindness shape the world more than grand gestures. How do you spread joy in everyday moments? #AnitaKrizzan #Kindness #Gratitude

Finished Object Pattern: Easy Goes It by Finicky Creations Yarn: self dyed pink fade 🧶 #knitting #knitsky #menwhoknit

Rabbi Allen Bennett was the first openly gay rabbi in the U.S., coming out in 1978. His leadership at Congregation Sha'ar Zahav and activism helped shape LGBTQ+ inclusion in Jewish communities, fostering greater acceptance and visibility. #JewishAmericanMonth

💜 "Mindfulness is about love and loving life. When you cultivate this love, it gives you clarity and compassion." — Jon Kabat-Zinn Love shapes awareness. How do you bring mindfulness into your daily life? #Mindfulness #JonKabatZinn

Blessed are the woke for they will build the future.

Rabbi Denise Eger, a trailblazing LGBTQ+ leader, was the first openly gay president of the Central Conference of American Rabbis. She founded Congregation Kol Ami and has championed inclusivity, interfaith dialogue, and social justice, shaping progressive Jewish leadership. #JewishAmericanMonth

😊 "Use your smile to change the world; don't let the world change your smile." — Unknown Kindness is contagious—spread it freely. How has a simple smile made a difference in your day? #Positivity #Kindness #Smile

Larry Kramer, a playwright and activist, co-founded ACT UP to fight the AIDS crisis. His bold advocacy and works like The Normal Heart challenged government inaction, reshaping public health policy and LGBTQ+ rights. #JewishAmericanMonth

🔍 "The significance is hiding in the insignificant. Appreciate everything." — Eckhart Tolle Life’s smallest moments often hold the deepest meaning. What’s something seemingly minor that brought you unexpected joy? #EckhartTolle #Gratitude #Mindfulness