"Authenticity—To Thine Own Self Be True” Guest Writer: W.D. Foster-Graham “To thine own self be true.” I’m sure that somewhere, at some time, brothas have heard or read that phrase. As an Old School New Kid, it has deep meaning when dealing with not only coming out, but being out as an LGBT man of color. True, I knew [...]
I’ve made it my ongoing--and fervent--mission to continue to shine a bright light on a certain demoralizing, insidious and horrific cycle of behavior that continues to be a growing concern within the LGBTQ Community. This is Part Six of the ongoing series that will address this potentially life-threatening cycle of abuse. It’s purple month! Now, you may ask: “What’s that?” Allow me to explain. You [...]
It’s official! It’s purple month. Now, you may ask: “’ Purple month’? What the heck are ya talkin’ about?” Well, let me to explain. You see, we wear purple—actually, a purple ribbon—as a symbol used to honor victims and survivors of domestic and sexual violence/abuse, which is generally referred to as Intimate Partner Violence and Abuse (IPV/A) in the LGBTQ community. And, [...]
Domestic Violence & Military Sexual Trauma Seminar for Male Veterans We are Listening! We Care! We Are Here to Help! Wednesday, August 28, 2019 6 pm to 8 pm DAV Omaha Beach Chapter #7 8205 Laurel Bowie Road, Bowie, MD 20715 Keynote Speaker: Wyatt O’Brian Evans, SME, B.A. Jour., B.A. PolSci Intimate Partner Violence/Abuse (IPV/A) and Military Sexual Trauma Topics with Dynamic [...]
“Never Give Up” Guest Writer: W.D. Foster-Graham Believe in dreams and never give up. For this Old School New Kid author, this motto has seen me through my ongoing journey. July has been a productive month for me, as well as one for fun and some me-time. On the fun side, I took a road trip to northern Minnesota, [...]
Renaissance Man! That’s what Philadelphia Gay News (PGN), one of the most influential national LGBTQ media outlets, has just bestowed upon me. And I like it! Read PGN’s portrait on your’s truly at https://www.epgn.com/arts-and-culture/portraits/15009-wyatt-o-brien-evans-man-of-many-trades-and-accomplishments
“Fatherhood” Guest Writer: W.D. Foster-Graham June is when Pride Month is celebrated. It’s also the month when Father’s Day is observed. For far too long, there’s been a myth that the two are mutually exclusive. As a Black gay man of a certain age (or SGL) who is also a father, I wish to share my own thoughts [...]
Mr. Aundaray Guess, an African-American columnist for Poz.com, has given his thought-provoking—and perhaps subversive—take on PRIDE. Mr. Guess presents what seems to be rather compelling reasons he has chosen NOT to celebrate the June festivities. See what you think. Visit https://www.poz.com/blog/5-reasons-celebrate-pride#lid=d5ab18bd98.f61896809a
“REFLECTIONS FROM A BROTHA OF A CERTAIN AGE” Guest Writer: W.D. Foster-Graham When I hear the word “Reflections,” the old school in me immediately thinks of the hit by Diana Ross and the Supremes in 1967. Of course, that was one of Motown’s go-to songs when your man has dumped you and you make a late-night visit to your kitchen, [...]
Special Announcement, Y’all! This fall, I’m reinventing and relaunching my radio show! Entitled Raw N Real with Wyatt O’Brian Evans, it’s gonna be a truly fab-u-lous listening experience--ab-so-lute-ly off da chain and hook, with divine Fi-Yah and desire! You’ll hear from titillating, tantalizing and provocative guests from all walks of life. In other words, it’s gonna be tight like…dat. Y’all are gonna say, “Dang! Dat was hawt!” [...]
“You Never Know” Guest Writer: W.D. Foster-Graham “YOU NEVER KNOW” “You never know what hand in life you’ll be dealt.” That is a motto of the Edwards family, in the next book of my series, ‘You Never Know: A Christopher Family Novel’. Yes, there were Black folks who came from old money—we simply didn’t hear of them because they didn’t get the [...]
“Our weakest moments in life often come when faced with adversity. The ability to cope with difficult situations can define who we are and how we go forward in life’s journey.” Jose Esparza, an emerging author full of promise, exemplifies—no actually, embodies—these instructive and inspiring words. And this heartfelt and captivating scribe has an engaging, scintillating—and rather impressive—debut with Voyages: [...]
