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williamsmith | July 19, 2026Why So Many Gay Men Return to Church After 50
A Reflection “Sometimes we’re not looking for a new religion. We’re simply looking for the parts we never...
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williamsmith | July 7, 2026Gay Life After 40: Loving God While Learning to Love Yourself
A personal reflection By Byron McDonald “Faith was never my problem. Feeling like I had to choose between...
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williamsmith | June 3, 2026Grieving the Life You Thought You Would Have
A personal reflection By Byron McDonald By the time many gay men reach their 40s, 50s, and beyond,...
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williamsmith | May 31, 2026Preparing for Retirement as a Single Gay Man
By Walter Stern For many people, retirement planning revolves around a spouse, children, and family support systems. But...
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williamsmith | November 24, 2025Gay Men in the Service Industry: Holiday Magic, Holiday Madness
By Spencer Martin For many gay men—especially those of us over 40—the service industry has been a steady...
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williamsmith | November 24, 2025Gay and Over 40: Thanksgiving Then and Now
By Spencer Martin When you’re gay and over 40, Thanksgiving becomes this funny mix of nostalgia, gratitude, and...
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williamsmith | November 17, 2025How to Start a Nonprofit Organization: A Realistic, Jumbled (but Complete) Guide
By Bruce Fletcher Starting a nonprofit isn’t just about heart — it’s about structure, compliance, and community. Whether...
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williamsmith | October 24, 2025“Bounced a Bit? How to Bounce Back From Midlife Financial Mistakes”
By William E. Smith | Gay Life After 40 So you made the choice. Took out the loan....
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williamsmith | October 12, 2025🧘🏽♂️ How to Stay Confident Through Rejection
By Thomas Meyer 1. Feel It—Then Release It It’s okay to feel disappointed. Hurt. Even a little angry.But...
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williamsmith | October 12, 2025Why Gay History Matters
By Thomas Meyer When we talk about gay history, we’re not just talking about dates, riots, or names...
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williamsmith | September 29, 2025Part 1: The Top 5 Fears Gay Men Face After 40
Turning 40 is a milestone—one that brings wisdom and self-knowledge, but it can also stir up fears many...
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williamsmith | September 19, 2025What People Can’t Take Away From Us as Gay Men
As gay men, we’ve faced centuries of misunderstanding, judgment, and exclusion. Yet, despite all the struggles, there are...
