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Electric Forest 2026, lovingly sponsored by Tamales Mary

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Electric Forest 2026 ⚡️🌲
The year I danced my knees off. Seriously though… so much dancing. Also, forever grateful for the friends who actually remember to record these moments.

This year taught me something I didn’t expect. I realized how much energy I was spending comparing myself to others and trying to mirror what I thought was “normal.” Eventually realizing that normal doesn’t really exist. There’s no right way to connect with people- there’s just my way.

So I’m celebrating that. Choosing to show up as myself, connect in ways that feel genuine, and let my decisions come from my own needs/values instead of someone else’s expectations.

Here’s to dancing a little more freely, in every sense 🕺

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Another year in the Forest with the people I love #electricforest #eforest #rothbury #festivalseason

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Electric Forest 2026 hit hard. Grateful for the new connections and continued friendships ✨ 🍄

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A week in the ⚡️🌲
“What did you win?” “Shrek”
“Quick, hold gary”
“This is normal, they do that”
“Oh Lawd, he treadin” 🐈

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PrideFest was perfect ☺️✨️

#pridefest #gaymen #chicagopride #pride🌈

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yesterday was easily one of the most fulfilling days i’ve experienced in this life. i’m so overwhelmed with gratitude for my city & this chosen family. happy pride my loves❤️🌈🦄

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May was gay , but June is about to be even gayer 💅🏼

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Q1, you’ve been programmed!

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Mom’s & Mimosas this weekend.
Mom’s in town, St. Patrick’s in Chicago, and moments that make this house feel like home. ☘️🥂

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dear little Hunter,

when you find yourself lost & ashamed of who you are, please know i will find you

when you find yourself believing you are broken because of your sexuality, please know i will find you

please know that you will meet the people in these photos & that they’ll change your life forever. please know that you are worthy of love & joy & peace. please know that you no longer have to hold your breath in fear, as i am around the corner ready to embrace you with unwavering love &
protection

i am so fucking grateful. here’s to 27❤️‍🔥
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(also i ran out of tags bc u can only do 20. love u all)

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Time flies when… you’re intentionally building a relationship rooted in trust and honesty- one that creates a safe space for both people to dismantle old beliefs and habits that no longer align with shared goals. Together, we support each other’s growth into our best selves, offering attention, care, and encouragement in the pursuit of a better life. And through it all, we stay present- savoring each moment of connection, understanding, and discovery- continuing to make each other our favorite person, time and time again.

Happy Anniversary, babe! 🥰

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