Dragonfly Tales: Turning Tragedy into Triumph

Bruce Cole
Turning Tragedy Into Triumph

All stories are important—even the ones that seem to get lost and take years to find their voice. Bruce Cole tells about Richard Heakin and the impact his death had on the Tucson community.

Dragonfly Tales: The Power of Few

Sari Dworkin
The Power of Few

Never let us forget that there are those among us who have demonstrated unwavering courage in the face of dire circumstances and by their actions have made the path easier for LGBTQ people everywhere.

Dragonfly Tales: When One Door is Closed, Another is Always Opened

Dan Koeshall
When One Door is Closed, Another is Always Opened

Maintaining Faith is to remain undefeated by hatred, bigotry, or illness is certainly a sign of great strength, but to emerge from such circumstances with the desire to reach out to others—changes the world for us all.

Dragonfly Tales: A Mother and Her Son

Judy Cooper
A Mother and Her Son

The love of a mother is one of the strongest bonds we experience as humans. Yet, within the LGBTQ community we are forced to ask ourselves if the love of a mother will endure in spite of society’s norms or rules? This Mother’s story bears witness that nothing can separate those who are willing to truly love— completely and unconditionally.

Reception at Reading Grounds bookstore - 10.20.07

We had Dragonfly Stories Vol 1 authors’ from the Omaha area autographing books while the crowd was entertained by Gwendy Joysen, drag performers, Crush and Alexus Raye. There were 7 LGBTQ organizations represented from the Omaha area and Rainbow Legends donated over $500 at this event.

Get your copy of Dragonfly Stories, vol 1 at http://www.rainbowlegends.com/

Release Party at Bar Natasha - October 11, 2007

Release Party at Bar Natasha for Rainbow Legends' First Book - Dragonfly Stories. This was an exciting evening of laughs, and inspiring moments. We had over 200 people in attendance and representation from 13 LGBTQ organizations from the Kansas City area. Rainbow Legends donated $1,406.60 to LGBTQ organizations from the night’s sales and contests. All the organizations do incredible work and we feel proud to have all listed as a registered LGBTQ organizations.

Get your copy of Dragonfly Stories, vol 1 at www.rainbowlegends.com

Out in Westport - October 7, 2007

Out in Westport festival was located in the Westport area of Kansas City. There were over 50 booths and entertainment. Rainbow Legends had a booth where we were handed out invitations to our Release Party at Bar Natasha for October 11th. We had a copy of the book Dragonfly Stories Volume 1 on display. There was a lot of excitement and people could hardly wait for it to be officially released. The weather held clear for a few hours before we were drenched in a downpour that brought the festival to a close.

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