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MUSING: Rainbow Warriors - The Quest for Ordinary

Updated: Jun 8


"Rainbows, Parades, and Museums – Oh My!"


Imagine, if you will, a group of people so desperate to be treated like everyone else that they’ve created their own flag, commandeered an entire month, and produced more movies, TV shows, and books than a superhero franchise on a sugar high.

Yes, folks, we’re talking about the LGBTQ+ community, who apparently believe that blending in requires a neon sign and a parade float.


It’s not just a movement; it’s a full-blown spectacle. Picture this: every June, cities across the globe are transformed into a cacophony of glitter, sequins, and the distinct aroma of overly enthusiastic body spray. Floats the size of small countries parade down main streets, featuring everyone from drag queens dressed like unicorns to corporate sponsors desperate to appear woke – because nothing says equality like a bank mascot gyrating to Lady Gaga.


And let’s talk about the flag. Not content with the standard-issue colors of the rainbow, the LGBTQ+ community has added stripes, chevrons, and symbols until it resembles a psychedelic quilt. Each color, each stripe, signifies something profound, creating a tapestry so complex that deciphering it requires a PhD in modern hieroglyphics."


"Normal, They Say – But Hold My Glitter"


But here’s the kicker: despite this dazzling display of individuality, the rallying cry remains, “We just want to be treated like everyone else.” Imagine if accountants demanded the same recognition – flag-waving, parade-having, glitter-bombing celebrations every April 15th. “Look, kids, it’s the Form 1040 float! Wave to the CPAs!”


The entertainment industry hasn’t missed a beat. There are entire genres dedicated to LGBTQ+ stories. Hollywood churns out coming-of-age dramas, romantic comedies, and epic love stories faster than you can say, “Oscar bait.” The plotlines are as diverse as the flag, yet each one underscores the message: look how ordinary we are… while starring in the latest blockbuster or gracing the cover of yet another magazine.


And let’s not forget the museum. Yes, there is a museum. A temple to all things LGBTQ+, featuring exhibits that range from the history of the rainbow flag to interactive displays on the evolution of queer fashion. Because what says “treat me like everyone else” better than your very own Smithsonian wing?


"Laughter in the Absurdity"


This all raises a question so glaring it practically wears sequins: if the goal is normalcy, why the need for the extravaganza? The contradiction is as flamboyant as the community itself. It’s as if the message is, “Treat us like everyone else – but don’t you dare ignore us!”


The real comedy gold lies in this relentless pursuit of ordinary by extraordinary means. It’s the equivalent of a mime shouting, “I’m just like you!” while trapped in an invisible box. The very actions that demand attention undermine the call for equality. It’s a paradox wrapped in a riddle, sprinkled with glitter, and paraded down Main Street.


So here’s to the Rainbow Warriors and their quest for the mundane. May your parades be ever fabulous, your flags ever vibrant, and your demands for ordinary recognition be as loud and proud as the neon signs you wave. Because nothing says “treat me like everyone else” quite like a museum exhibit dedicated to your underwear choices.


And remember, folks, it’s all in good fun – because if we can’t laugh at the absurdity of it all, then what’s the point of the glitter cannons?


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