Today is World AIDS Day, and I am still here. But many of my brothers and sisters are not. Am I thankful? Yes and No. Thankful that I am here another year, in relatively good health (still undetectable) and able to lead a somewhat productive life. But I am not thankful because there are so many others who are not afforded the same “comforts” I have: the monthly doctor visits, the blood work, the resources…and most important of all: the right to speak out freely without fear of being thrown out of my community.
The members of my congregation embrace me fully, and I am thankful for that….
But there is so much more work that needs to be done…and we need to start raising our voices as we did, when this virus was just coming out. There were protests all over the place, ALL the time. Now, I think because medications are enabling folks to live longer, and this disease is seen as one that can be managed, people are kinda complacent. And that is sad. Because it still is a killer. And contrary to belief, in spite of all the education that is out there, people are still being diagnosed!!!
I am hoping that you have gotten tested, that you are receiving treatment if needed….and that you practice safe sex…
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