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Monika M. Pickett

Monika M. Pickett

My Will To Live Was Slipping Away

Living with a chronic illness for which there is no cure takes a toll on your mind, body and spirit. After thirteen years of battling…

Oct 19, 2022

My grandbabies

Oct 19, 2022

Monika M. Pickett

Hypocrisy and Homophobia: The Toxic Relationship between the LGBTQIA Community and the Black Church

The hypocrisy and homophobia in the black church are baffling to me. These are dirty little secrets that are often overlooked by…

Jan 21, 2022

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Jan 21, 2022

Monika M. Pickett

24 Hours of Joy and Pain: From My Son’s Wedding to Watching My Aunt Take Her Last Breath

Within mere hours, my emotions swung from the highest of highs to the lowest of lows. It was April, and I looked forward to my son marrying…

Aug 22, 2021

24 Hours of Joy and Pain: From My Son’s Wedding to Watching My Aunt Take Her Last Breath

Aug 22, 2021

Monika M. Pickett

My Daughter-In Law is the Daughter I Never Had

Katie Dianne Spurlock’s reputation preceded her.

Nov 12, 2020

My Daughter-In Law is the Daughter I Never Had

Nov 12, 2020

Monika M. Pickett

Gay Pride During the Pandemic: My Unexpected Digital Media Celebration

This year marked the best celebration of Gay Pride I’ve experienced in 40 years of being an out lesbian. The month of June kicks off Gay…

Jul 19, 2020

Gay Pride During the Pandemic: My Unexpected Digital Media Celebration

Jul 19, 2020

Monika M. Pickett

CORONAVIRUS: The Psychological, Physical and Spiritual Impact on My Life

I. AM. TERRIFIED.

Apr 10, 2020

CORONAVIRUS: The Psychological, Physical and Spiritual Impact on My Life

Apr 10, 2020

Monika M. Pickett

50IN50: LETTERS TO OUR SONS

My Dearest Son,

Mar 8, 2020

50IN50: LETTERS TO OUR SONS

Mar 8, 2020

Monika M. Pickett

The Loves I’ve Lost to AIDS

Every December 1st, I experience a sadness that makes me realize just how precious life is. As World AIDS Day approaches, I struggle as I…

Dec 1, 2019

The Loves I’ve Lost to AIDS

Dec 1, 2019

Monika M. Pickett

How One Night in a Lap Dance Club Led to My Fascination with Strippers

I took my time applying my makeup that night. I settled on an accordion dress that swirled around my thighs with each step. My calves…

Nov 2, 2019

How One Night in a Lap Dance Club Led to My Fascination with Strippers

Nov 2, 2019

Monika M. Pickett

The Journey of Love: Becoming the One

I often find myself daydreaming about the smallest things. Like … the tenderness in her voice when she calls to ask if I’ve eaten … the…

Sep 21, 2019

The Journey of Love: Becoming the One

Sep 21, 2019

Monika M. Pickett

Monika M. Pickett

Monika M. Pickett is a veteran of the United States Army. She is an advocate and activist for the LGBTQ community.

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