It’s so sad that stuff like this still happens. I can’t believe how many people, who aren’t even affected by whether or not a gay couple gets married, continue to fight against equality that should be unquestionable. There are a handful of countries where it is legal, and it’s insane for the US (most states anyway) to be so far behind.

I have no doubt that it will be legal for you two to get married in any state in the US within our lifetime. It’s inevitable really, and the sooner people realize that and just get over their horrible prejudices, the better off we will all be.

If you ever feel like having your birth certificates translated into German, come get married here Seriously though, great post!

It really upset me when Ohio passed the anti-gay marriage law a few years ago. Although Columbus is very gay-friendly (and I think that applies to businesses too), most of the state is rural and there is still so much fear and ignorance. The positive thing I have noticed is that more and more companies are providing benefits for partners. But still such a long way to go.

I will never understand why people care so much about what other people do when it in no way affects them.