Yesterday was a gorgeous Friday in Spring. Warm temperatures, and sunny skies after a long cold winter. It must have brought out the best in people. Love was evidently in the air. For those who might not now, I live in one of the most conservative cities in America (though there are worse). I say city, but its more of an endless suburban metro area of 500,000 people that live in a big county south of Salt Lake City. Lots and lots of Mormons, who have a difficult time with gay relationships, gay marriage, etc.
Yesterday I was walking through the mall at about 1pm, wandering from the food court over to Banana Republic to see if I could find a shirt I liked. On my way, what do I see--but a couple of guys walking towards me holding hands. Very obviously a gay couple. They literally were giving off a vibe of "go to hell--I love this guy, and I'll do what I want." That was unique enough, but then after leaving the mall, I'm driving down the road, and what do I see but a couple of gals on the sidewalk holding hands.
Love in the air?
Huh, how 'bout that! I don't think I've witnessed as much in my 8 years in Provo.
ReplyDeleteI can honestly say, as someone who live in the buckle of the bible belt (aka Tennessee), that is not something I have ever seen here. I can just imagine the looks and whispers that would take place along the way. WOW!
ReplyDeleteThis kicks ass and really made me smile to see how society and how we relate to it is slowly changing.
ReplyDeleteI will never forget the first time I kissed and held my boyfriend in public. Some got made and yelled but others smiled and gave us a thumbs up and kind words.
Love is love. It is that simple. Hope you are well!
Daemon
University Mall or Town Center??
ReplyDeletei love it!
ReplyDeleteUniversity Mall
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