I spent 28 years completely enamored of Harford County, despite its implicit and constant threat of physical violence and the preponderance of best friends who called me a f*ggot.

I was enamored because you were there with me through it all — I was able to live outside the sight of the evil that lay just at my doorstep, safe in the shadow of your love and companionship. You made me feel like I belonged when our community refused to; you were my surrogate family before I knew I needed one.

I’m so happy you have been (and always will be) in my life.

Love ya, B— ❤️ It was an amazing birthday.
I’m so glad you were a part of it 🤗