Show #017 - I cry too much
Show #017 - I cry too much
June 3rd, 2006
Letter from David, from Denver -
Dear JayT ~
Gosh, your voice and what you’ve put out there in the past few podcasts have really struck a chord; both to all of us out here in your audience, and more importantly within your own swirling mind and heart.
I was recently stunned by two things…
First, when you read that article pertaining to the Federal Marriage Amendment and clearly became so emotional, as if you were reading it for the first time and were completely taken to a different place within yourself. Incredibly raw that was, as is true with most of your podcasts and is nearly the sole reason for me to keep listening and coming back for more.
Being partnered as you are, I completely empathize with your personal story and why this is so important of an issue for you. As a gay man myself who may at some point be in a similar situation, I laud you for calling attention to the measure. I had first heard of it on MikeyPod’s podcast a few weeks back and immediately went to the HRC website, filled out the information, and now have a postcard with my name on it for the HRC to deliver to the representatives just before the vote. But now, having listened to your podcast and your emotional reaction, I have thought more deeply about it - and have made it a personal commemoration or dedication in my heart to you and Jon. (John?) My postcard from the HRC is in your honor, and to honor the relationship that you and your husband share.
Secondly, the dramatic swing from your usual focus on light and airy topics while zipping along the highway and onto the “heavier things” (although vague), i.e., “JayT’s having a bad week”, really personalized and infused a sense of emotion for me. While I don’t know you personally, you speak to me. And on some level, I relate to you. And so - simply put - because you touch me in such a way, it pains me to know that you’re going through some sort of rough time and possibly hurting.
I only hope you know that your listeners, including myself, care about you - in very real ways. So, please know that if there is anything I can do to be of any kind of support, the offer is there for the taking.
Keep up the great podcasting work - it’s now to the point where things are getting very interesting. Peace to you, my friend - I’m listening.
Always~
David In Denver