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felldowntherabbithole:

Hey na na hey na na hey hey. 

2 de junio del 2000

¿Qué significa ese día, mes y año para usted? El presidente Bill Clinton utilizó 

ese día para declarar “de gays y lesbianas el Mes del Orgullo”. Nueve años 

más tarde, el 01 de junio, el presidente Barack Obama habló de incorporar un número aún mayor 

grupo. Lesbianas, Gays, Bisexuales y Transexuales por igual todos los ciudadanos podrían tener 

este mes para el reconocimiento, respeto y aprecio. Sin embargo, soy consciente de que 

no todas las mentes se encuentran igualmente sobre los derechos y el respeto que debemos pagar para 

otros. A medida que cada generación deja su huella, y allana el camino para lo que 

que está por venir … para algunos, el cambio es una idea imposible o de acción para poner en marcha. 

 ¿Sabes qué? A menudo, esta triste realidad es debido a un comportamiento aprendido! 

Por mucho que a menudo se puede predicar que nos gusta hablar por nosotros mismos, o en el exterior 

del cuadro, ¿cuántas veces te has encontrado, o alguien que usted conoce 

repetir los pensamientos de otro antes que ellos? A veces, sin la debida 

información? ¿Y cuántas veces te has sentido que el conocimiento tal vez más 

sobre un asunto o tema sujeto puede dar lugar a una voz diferente, una diferente 

entendimiento? Tal vez incluso ir en contra de las ideas que han aprendido, oído o 

crecido alrededor? 

Como muchos de ustedes saben, nosotros (el elenco de Glee) hemos ido a arrasando todo a 

velocidades relámpago a poner en un cuarenta y dos muestras, y  giras de un mes de  duración. Ha sido un 

recordatorio constante de por qué hacemos esto. Hemos sido testigos del impacto que nuestra serie ha 

sido, desde el principio,y tres años después. Simplemente indescriptible. El amor, la afirmación y la dedicación es

la solución! Lo vemos todos, el valor de todo. Confía en mí, que lo hacemos! En el escenario, la 

emoción que nos absorben de su bola de energía trae nuestra adrenalina 

niveles máximos que a menudo no estamos seguros de que podemos alcanzar. 

Ayer fue 11 de junio, y en nuestra nueva ubicación, Toronto! Al terminó de nuestro primer concierto del día,  yo estaba a punto de tomar un momento para 

relajarme antes del segundo. En el camino a nuestros camerinos, pasé un montón de 

camisetas alineadas en las mesas de mercancía, de las camisetas blanca del capitulo de Lady Gaga, “Born This Way”.

Las palabras en esta canción son hermosas, verdaderas. Palabras para recordar, palabras para vivir. No importa si no eres un seguidor de Gaga, o uno de sus “pequeños monstruos”, como cariñosamente se refiere a sus fans. La bondad mueve montañas. La aceptación abre las puertas, deja espacio para el cambio, y difunde malentendidos. Todos los días, la gente comete crímenes de odio debido a malentendidos. Odio los efectos de la meta, y consume la persona detrás de la pistola. Es una locura tener en cuenta que hemos estado en guerra durante casi toda nuestra existencia en este planeta. Muchas veces por razones de codicia y odio.

Cualquier persona que ha sufrido la muerte o el abuso de un ser querido puede decir lo doloroso que es. Y debemos hacer todo lo posible PARA HACER CUALQUIER CAMBIO POSIBLE. “Levanten la mano si usted ha pasado noches llorando antes de dormir, levanten la mano si te has sentido como si prefiere esconderse en la cama todo el día que  enfrentar a la gente que te hacen sentir pequeño o impotente! Levanten la mano si te has sentido como si prefiere mentir a la gente a decirles la verdad acerca de quién eres en realidad, porque al menos no sería la víctima de la conducta de odio o prejuicio! 

Ayer, durante nuestro segundo show, en vez de usar la camisa habitual durante “Born This Way” me decidí a usar una que decía: “Me gustan las niñas”. De hecho, debería haber dicho, “amo a las niñas”, porque lo hago. Las mujeres en mi vida me dan las cosas que los hombres en mi vida no puede. Y viceversa. No, no soy lesbiana, pero si lo fuera, espero que la gente en mi vida podría abrazar de todo corazón. Y déjenme decirles, cuanto admiro, respeto a las mujeres de mi vida.

Ayer por la noche, quería hacer algo para mostrar mi respeto y amor por la comunidad GLBT. Apoyo que la gente podía ver. Es por eso que decidí cambiar mi camisa para el espectáculo. Leí algunos comentarios que se publicaron en Twitter. Muchos de ustedes se preguntó: “¿por qué?” Esta es mi respuesta. Yo no estoy pidiendo que usted este de acuerdo con lo que estoy diciendo, pero si usted está escuchando, gracias. Eso es todo lo que puedo hacer. Y un paso más sería tomar un momento para (honestamente) pensar y responder preguntas que he planteado. No siempre podemos ponernos en los zapatos de otro. Pero podemos intentarlo.

Tengo la suerte de vivir en un lugar donde pueda usar casi cualquier cosa que yo quiero expresar, y que la cárcel no es una consecuencia probable. Lo cual me hace sentir responsable de ejercer mi derecho de hacerlo de vez en cuando. Piensa en las personas que han muerto a causa de su pasión y esperanza sincera de cambio? Como muchos hombres buenos y mujeres. Todo por culpa de un deseo inherente de la tolerancia, el amor y apoyo.

Nuestro show celebra la comunidad GLBT. Estamos orgullosos de ser parte de algo que abarca un tema que a menudo se evita. El odio es terrible, sobre todo cuando se lo transmite a una nueva generación de inocentes.

Lamentablemente, hemos recibido cartas de personas que explican que les gusta el espectáculo, pero odian a las historias gays. Que no debemos estar contaminando las cabezas de sus hijos. A ellos a veces me gustaría responder con sarcasmo, que también nos gustaría decirles que una cigüeña deja a nuestros hijos? Que el cielo es de color púrpura? Eso no es práctico para ser fiel a ti mismo, porque hay gente mala en este mundo que va a hacer que se sientan mal por ser honesto? Que en lugar de abrazar sí mismos, deben ser interpuestos ante el mundo? 

Entiendo que estoy sentado detrás de la protección de la pantalla del ordenador, en este cuarto de hotel, y para muchos podría sonar “sermón”. Sobre todo ahora que he escrito un ensayo.  Yo hablo, porque me apasiona. Escribo con esta pasión, porque sé cómo se siente al ser herido, a deprimirse, a no valorarse a sí mismo, o sus sentimientos. Si nada de esto ha inspirado o movido usted, aunque sólo te hizo pensar …. Te invitamos a Tweet o reblog una foto, cita, todo lo que se siente continuará para difundir el amor. Y si alguno está interesado en el seguimiento de la cadena, tal vez visualizar el colectivo mayor, incluyen la etiqueta escotilla, # letlovein.

El afecto es responsable de las nueve décimas partes de lo que la felicidad sólida y duradera que hay en nuestras vidas. - C. S. Lewis

Ser profundamente amado por alguien te da fuerza, mientras que amar a alguien profundamente te da coraje. - Lao Tse

La fortuna y el amor a favor del valiente. - Ovidio

Y recuerde que a veces ….

La gente necesita amar más cuando se lo merecen menos. - John Harrigan

Para tu corazón es cierto. Muchas gracias por tu tiempo, tu amor, y el regalo que me has dado.

Atentamente,

Dianna Agron Elise

Me pareció correcto traducir esta nota, ya que son palabras sinceras en las que todos deberíamos pensar y tal vez asi ver nuestra posición al respecto y ver si es la correcta, o la que menos daña a los demás 

felldowntherabbithole:

June 2, 2000
What does that day, month and year mean to you? President Bill Clinton used that particular day to declare ”Gay and Lesbian Pride Month”. Nine years later, on June 1st, President Barack Obama spoke to incorporate an even wider group. Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgendered citizens alike could all have this month for recognition, respect and appreciation. However, I am aware that not all minds meet equally about the rights and respect that we should pay to others. As each generation leaves their footprints, and paves the way for what is to come…to some, change is an impossible idea or action to put in motion.
You know what? Often, this unfortunate reality is because of learned behavior! As much as we may often preach that we like to speak for ourselves, or outside the box, how many times have you caught yourself, or someone you know repeating the thoughts of another before them? Sometimes without proper information? And how many times have you felt that perhaps further knowledge on an issue or subject matter might result in a different voice, a different understanding? Perhaps even going against the ideas they’ve learned, heard, or grown up around? We have the ability to fly planes, send astronauts into space, develop technology such as cellphones! Things that once were unfathomable. I can sit at this small computer and type this message. Once I push send, this message can be seen by anyone who’d like to engage, all across the WORLD. 
As many of you know, we (the Glee cast) have been storming the country at whirlwind speeds to put on a forty-two show, month-long tour. It has been a constant reminder of why we do this. We’ve witnessed the impact our show has had, from the very beginning, to these moments, three years later. You LOVELY & AMAZING fans! Just indescribable. The love, affirmation, and dedication you provide! We see it all, value it all. Trust me, we do! On stage, the excitement that we absorb from your ball of energy brings our adrenaline levels to highs that often-times, we aren’t sure we can reach. Bottom line, we love you guys. And our crew! Without this diverse group of hard-working people, this venture would be impossible. 
Yesterday was June 11th, and we were tackling our newest location, Toronto! We had finished our first concert of the day, and I was about to take a moment to relax before the second. On the way to our dressing rooms, I passed a stack of shirts lined up on the merchandise tables. The white T’s were modeled after shirts we wore in a performance set to Lady Gaga’s, “Born This Way.” In case you are not familiar here are the lyrics:
[Verse:]My mama told me when I was youngWe are all born superstarsShe rolled my hair and put my lipstick onIn the glass of her boudoir“There’s nothing wrong with loving who you are”She said, “‘Cause he made you perfect, babe”“So hold your head up girl and you’ll go far,Listen to me when I say”[Chorus:]I’m beautiful in my way‘Cause God makes no mistakesI’m on the right track, babyI was born this wayDon’t hide yourself in regretJust love yourself and you’re setI’m on the right track, babyI was born this way
Beautiful. True. Words to remind yourself, words to live by. Doesn’t matter if you’re not a Gaga supporter, or one of her “Little Monsters” as she lovingly refers to her fans. Kindness moves mountains. Acceptance opens doors, makes room for change, diffuses misunderstanding. Every day, people commit hate crimes because of misunderstandings. Hate effects the target, and consumes the person behind the gun. It is crazy to realize that we have been in war for almost our entire existence on this planet. Many times for reasons of greed and hate. 
Anyone that has experienced the death or abuse of a loved one can tell you that, “IT HURTS BEYOND EXPLANATION!!! AND WE SHOULD DO EVERYTHING IN OUR POWER TO MAKE ANY CHANGE POSSIBLE.” Raise your hand if you’ve spent nights crying yourself to sleep, raise your hand if you’ve felt as if you’d rather hide in bed all day than face the people that make you feel small or powerless! Raise your hand if you’ve felt as if you’d rather lie to people than tell them the truth about who you really are, because at least you wouldn’t be the victim of hateful behavior or prejudice! And raise your hand if lying feels almost as bad. 
I was not raised in a family that accepted prejudice or hatred. For that, I thank my Mom and Dad each and every day. Look, we are human, we make mistakes. I will gladly shout from the rooftops that I AM NOT PERFECT. Nor will I ever be. But I can happily say that to my knowledge, I do not ever intentionally cause people pain. I love my family, my friends, my co-workers…and they all consist of girls AND boys. I do tell them that I love them. Yesterday, during our second show,  Instead of wearing my usual shirt during “Born This Way” I decided to wear one that said “Likes Girls”. It should actually have read, “Loves Girls”, because I do. The women in my life give me things that the men in my life can’t. And vice-versa. No, I am not a lesbian, yet if I were, I hope that the people in my life could embrace it whole-heartedly. And let me tell you, I can easily spill (quite comfortably) what I admire, respect and think is beautiful about any of the women in my life. Piece of cake! 
Last night, I wanted to do something  to show my respect and love for the GLBT community. Support that people could actually see. Which is why I decided to change my shirt for the show. I happened to read a few comments that were posted on twitter. Many of you asked, “why?” This is my response. I am not asking for you to agree with what I am saying, but if you are listening, thank you. That is all I can ask. And a step further would be to take a moment to (honestly) answer the questions that I have raised. We can’t always put ourselves in someone else’s shoes. But we can try.
I am lucky to live in a place where I can wear almost anything that I want to express myself, and that jail is not a probable consequence. Which makes me feel as if I should exercise my right to do so every now and then. Think of the people that have died because of their passion and heartfelt hopes of change? So many good men and women. All because of an inherent wish for tolerance, love and support. 
Our show celebrates the GLBT community. We are proud to be a part of something that embraces an often avoided topic. Hate is terrible, especially when we pass it down to a new generation of innocents. Recently, I heard a lament about San Francisco. How SFO just didn’t sound like a fun place to be, or visit, because that person wasn’t gay. Wait, really???? I wanted to laugh! But that would have been a response that wouldn’t have encouraged that person to be open-minded. To see that perhaps, their statement was foolish? Why won’t San Francisco be fun for you? Do you think the whole city is gay? Do you think they will judge you? Won’t feed you good food?  Perhaps they won’t let you have fun, the way THEY have fun? 
Sadly, we’ve gotten letters from people who explain that they love the show but hate the gay story-lines. That we shouldn’t be polluting their children’s heads. To this I’d sometimes like to sarcastically reply, would you also like us to tell them that a stork is dropping off our offspring? That the sky is purple? That it is not practical to be true to yourself, because there are mean people in this world that will make them feel wrong for being honest? That instead of embracing themselves, they should lie to the world? THEY should be the ones being untrue and unhappy? 
I believe that if you are bringing a child into the world, you should be willing to accept them in any reality. Whether they are Black, White, Asian, have four fingers, are disabled, gay….that the only wish should be for a happy and healthy baby. We are each other’s children. Unless someone has committed a violent or hateful act, why should we judge? We can so quickly resort to anger, often, the product of a whole other issue. Most often, an issue with our own self. 
I understand that I am sitting behind the protection of this computer screen, in this hotel room, and to many I might sound “preachy”. Especially now that I have written an essay. I hope my intentions sound pure, and just. I speak, because I am passionate. I write with this passion because I know how it feels to be hurt, to be depressed, to not value yourself, or your feelings. If any of this has inspired or moved you, even just made you think….I encourage you to tweet or reblog a picture, quote, anything that you feel will continue to spread the love. And if any are interested in tracking the chain, perhaps visualizing the greater collective, include the hatch tag, #letlovein.
Affection is responsible for nine-tenths of whatever solid and durable happiness there is in our lives. - C.S. Lewis 
Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength, while loving someone deeply gives you courage. - Lao Tzu 
Fortune and love favor the brave. - Ovid
AND remember that sometimes….
People need loving the most when they deserve it the least. - John Harrigan
To thine own heart be true. Many thanks for your time, your love, and the gift you’ve given me.
Sincerely,
Dianna Elise Agron

felldowntherabbithole:

June 2, 2000

What does that day, month and year mean to you? President Bill Clinton used that particular day to declare ”Gay and Lesbian Pride Month”. Nine years later, on June 1st, President Barack Obama spoke to incorporate an even wider group. Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgendered citizens alike could all have this month for recognition, respect and appreciation. However, I am aware that not all minds meet equally about the rights and respect that we should pay to others. As each generation leaves their footprints, and paves the way for what is to come…to some, change is an impossible idea or action to put in motion.

You know what? Often, this unfortunate reality is because of learned behavior! As much as we may often preach that we like to speak for ourselves, or outside the box, how many times have you caught yourself, or someone you know repeating the thoughts of another before them? Sometimes without proper information? And how many times have you felt that perhaps further knowledge on an issue or subject matter might result in a different voice, a different understanding? Perhaps even going against the ideas they’ve learned, heard, or grown up around? We have the ability to fly planes, send astronauts into space, develop technology such as cellphones! Things that once were unfathomable. I can sit at this small computer and type this message. Once I push send, this message can be seen by anyone who’d like to engage, all across the WORLD. 

As many of you know, we (the Glee cast) have been storming the country at whirlwind speeds to put on a forty-two show, month-long tour. It has been a constant reminder of why we do this. We’ve witnessed the impact our show has had, from the very beginning, to these moments, three years later. You LOVELY & AMAZING fans! Just indescribable. The love, affirmation, and dedication you provide! We see it all, value it all. Trust me, we do! On stage, the excitement that we absorb from your ball of energy brings our adrenaline levels to highs that often-times, we aren’t sure we can reach. Bottom line, we love you guys. And our crew! Without this diverse group of hard-working people, this venture would be impossible. 

Yesterday was June 11th, and we were tackling our newest location, Toronto! We had finished our first concert of the day, and I was about to take a moment to relax before the second. On the way to our dressing rooms, I passed a stack of shirts lined up on the merchandise tables. The white T’s were modeled after shirts we wore in a performance set to Lady Gaga’s, “Born This Way.” In case you are not familiar here are the lyrics:

[Verse:]
My mama told me when I was young
We are all born superstars

She rolled my hair and put my lipstick on
In the glass of her boudoir

“There’s nothing wrong with loving who you are”
She said, “‘Cause he made you perfect, babe”

“So hold your head up girl and you’ll go far,
Listen to me when I say”

[Chorus:]
I’m beautiful in my way
‘Cause God makes no mistakes
I’m on the right track, baby
I was born this way

Don’t hide yourself in regret
Just love yourself and you’re set
I’m on the right track, baby
I was born this way

Beautiful. True. Words to remind yourself, words to live by. Doesn’t matter if you’re not a Gaga supporter, or one of her “Little Monsters” as she lovingly refers to her fans. Kindness moves mountains. Acceptance opens doors, makes room for change, diffuses misunderstanding. Every day, people commit hate crimes because of misunderstandings. Hate effects the target, and consumes the person behind the gun. It is crazy to realize that we have been in war for almost our entire existence on this planet. Many times for reasons of greed and hate.

Anyone that has experienced the death or abuse of a loved one can tell you that, “IT HURTS BEYOND EXPLANATION!!! AND WE SHOULD DO EVERYTHING IN OUR POWER TO MAKE ANY CHANGE POSSIBLE.” Raise your hand if you’ve spent nights crying yourself to sleep, raise your hand if you’ve felt as if you’d rather hide in bed all day than face the people that make you feel small or powerless! Raise your hand if you’ve felt as if you’d rather lie to people than tell them the truth about who you really are, because at least you wouldn’t be the victim of hateful behavior or prejudice! And raise your hand if lying feels almost as bad. 

I was not raised in a family that accepted prejudice or hatred. For that, I thank my Mom and Dad each and every day. Look, we are human, we make mistakes. I will gladly shout from the rooftops that I AM NOT PERFECT. Nor will I ever be. But I can happily say that to my knowledge, I do not ever intentionally cause people pain. I love my family, my friends, my co-workers…and they all consist of girls AND boys. I do tell them that I love them. Yesterday, during our second show,  Instead of wearing my usual shirt during “Born This Way” I decided to wear one that said “Likes Girls”. It should actually have read, “Loves Girls”, because I do. The women in my life give me things that the men in my life can’t. And vice-versa. No, I am not a lesbian, yet if I were, I hope that the people in my life could embrace it whole-heartedly. And let me tell you, I can easily spill (quite comfortably) what I admire, respect and think is beautiful about any of the women in my life. Piece of cake! 

Last night, I wanted to do something  to show my respect and love for the GLBT community. Support that people could actually see. Which is why I decided to change my shirt for the show. I happened to read a few comments that were posted on twitter. Many of you asked, “why?” This is my response. I am not asking for you to agree with what I am saying, but if you are listening, thank you. That is all I can ask. And a step further would be to take a moment to (honestly) answer the questions that I have raised. We can’t always put ourselves in someone else’s shoes. But we can try.

I am lucky to live in a place where I can wear almost anything that I want to express myself, and that jail is not a probable consequence. Which makes me feel as if I should exercise my right to do so every now and then. Think of the people that have died because of their passion and heartfelt hopes of change? So many good men and women. All because of an inherent wish for tolerance, love and support. 

Our show celebrates the GLBT community. We are proud to be a part of something that embraces an often avoided topic. Hate is terrible, especially when we pass it down to a new generation of innocents. Recently, I heard a lament about San Francisco. How SFO just didn’t sound like a fun place to be, or visit, because that person wasn’t gay. Wait, really???? I wanted to laugh! But that would have been a response that wouldn’t have encouraged that person to be open-minded. To see that perhaps, their statement was foolish? Why won’t San Francisco be fun for you? Do you think the whole city is gay? Do you think they will judge you? Won’t feed you good food?  Perhaps they won’t let you have fun, the way THEY have fun? 

Sadly, we’ve gotten letters from people who explain that they love the show but hate the gay story-lines. That we shouldn’t be polluting their children’s heads. To this I’d sometimes like to sarcastically reply, would you also like us to tell them that a stork is dropping off our offspring? That the sky is purple? That it is not practical to be true to yourself, because there are mean people in this world that will make them feel wrong for being honest? That instead of embracing themselves, they should lie to the world? THEY should be the ones being untrue and unhappy? 

I believe that if you are bringing a child into the world, you should be willing to accept them in any reality. Whether they are Black, White, Asian, have four fingers, are disabled, gay….that the only wish should be for a happy and healthy baby. We are each other’s children. Unless someone has committed a violent or hateful act, why should we judge? We can so quickly resort to anger, often, the product of a whole other issue. Most often, an issue with our own self.

I understand that I am sitting behind the protection of this computer screen, in this hotel room, and to many I might sound “preachy”. Especially now that I have written an essay. I hope my intentions sound pure, and just. I speak, because I am passionate. I write with this passion because I know how it feels to be hurt, to be depressed, to not value yourself, or your feelings. If any of this has inspired or moved you, even just made you think….I encourage you to tweet or reblog a picture, quote, anything that you feel will continue to spread the love. And if any are interested in tracking the chain, perhaps visualizing the greater collective, include the hatch tag, #letlovein.

Affection is responsible for nine-tenths of whatever solid and durable happiness there is in our lives. - C.S. Lewis
 

Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength, while loving someone deeply gives you courage. - Lao Tzu
 

Fortune and love favor the brave. - Ovid

AND remember that sometimes….

People need loving the most when they deserve it the least. - John Harrigan

To thine own heart be true. Many thanks for your time, your love, and the gift you’ve given me.

Sincerely,

Dianna Elise Agron