Pink Triangles

I just learned something new.

Did you know that pink triangles were exclusively worn during world war two by those men the Nazis had identified as gay? Well I did not know that. Now I know why pink triangle sign in today’s society is being used as a sign for a safe zone for members of LGBT community. At the same time I find the history fact for a pink triangle that is now regarded as a symbol of gay and lesbian liberation a little disturbing but great at the same time. Great in a sense that people embraced who they are, without being ashamed or scared of it. Great in a sense that all members of the LGBT community feel safe expressing themselves without fear of being judged or even punished for being different. They know that people around them are educated now; they have learned to respect the fact that everyone is different and unique.

 I learned this very interesting piece of history today at The Center where I finally had my orientation. At the Center I met many new and interesting people. One of them was off course Juli German. Juli helped me to get familiar with a place itself, we talked about upcoming events such as Artopia, in which I unfortunately cannot participate because I am not quite 21 year old yetL Fortunately for me however there is going to be a Lobby day at the Capitol on Monday February 17, 2011 in which I am not only allowed to participate, but I am a part of!  I am very excited to be part of a Lobby day. My main reasons of why I am so excited is because  I have never been at the Capitol, and by being a part of the Lobby day I will get to go there, and look at the Capitol from the inside, first time in my life! I will definitely bring my camera with me and take a lot of pictures so I could share my experience with others.