Tonight's Poet Corner: Introspection

Last week, I admittedly wrote a rather cynical and grim introspection, in response to the death of Supreme Court justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. I also implied in that post that what I was doing as a performer, writer, and musician was not helpful in the slightest during these difficult, terrifying, and blatantly fascist times.

This week, while still a clusterfuck of nonsense and horror, did result in my theatre company's third online script session. I had finished a rather silly and very gay ten minute piece in one night for it, and I just thought it'd be a fun read. I also, however, got some really lovely feedback. I was even compared to Nora Ephron(!!!) (and also Woody Allen, but fuck that guy). What tugged at my heartstrings, however, was a private message from a fellow actor friend thanking me for the stories I told because they were able to see a successful enby writer, performer, and educator.

That is really one of my greatest strengths: Telling stories, as well as emboldening others to share theirs.

I'll happily take that.

Also, my friends are so freaking talented. Oh, my gosh. I am honored to work with them and be a part of what they create.

Tomorrow, I get to play Mr. Collins in an OK Zoomer reading of Pride and Prejudice, which should be very fun. And I don't have to go to jury duty! Now to continue to work to save this republic.

Have a great night and a great weekend, everyone. And vote!