Guam Lifts Ban On Same Sex Marriage

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This week, Guam took big steps in becoming the first US territory to recognize gay marriage. According to the New York Times, Elizabeth Barrett-Anderson, Guam attorney general announced that she had ordered that marriage licences be processed for same-sex couples. “Today I have issued a legal memorandum… advising the department to immediately begin accepting and processing applications for marriage licences from persons of the same gender,” she said in a statement. Per the Times:

The U.S. District Court of Guam falls under the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, which has ruled in favor of gay marriage. Barrett-Anderson said her directive stems from the 9th Circuit’s decision in October finding state bans on gay marriage unconstitutional. The Department of Public Health and Social Services should treat “all same gender marriage applicants with dignity and equality under the Constitution,” the attorney general said.

Guam’s stance on gay marriage came under fire last week when lesbian couple Loretta Pangelinan and Kathleen Aguero filed a lawsuit after their application for a marriage license was rejected. While more traditional lawmakers in Guam like governor Eddie Baza Calvo are predicted to block same-sex marriage legislation, the couple is reportedly thrilled with the actions of the attorney general and see it as a change in the country’s attitudes towards marriage equality.

 

Monday Meme: Mermaids

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Ground-breaking writer, famous Bohemian and sexually liberated icon Anais Nin was a creature as mystical and fascinating as the mermaid she talks about in this quote. Today’s Monday Meme celebrates shunning shallow living and embracing great depths. Sounds good to us! Since you’re here, pick up a card for your own beloved mermaid. 

Four Reasons to Give a Card

Women - Love Makes the Ride Worthwhile - ArtAt Proudly Yours, we believe that the best cards might be the ones sent “just because”. Our cards are perfect for giving on a birthday, an anniversary and any old random Tuesday. Nevertheless, we do understand that many people need an occasion to be festive so we’ve come up with “Four Reasons to Give a Card” to help inspire you to send a card to that person you love.

 National Pet Day! April 11th is National Pet Day so why not send a card “from the dog” or “from the cat” to tell your significant other how much you appreciate the unconditional love and care they give your pet (and you). 

Barry Manilow got Married! Love and marriage isn’t just for those young whippersnappers. This week, the world found out that pop star Barry Manilow and longtime his manager Garry Kief were secretly married in a ceremony in front of 50 guests. We say, “Mazel Tov!” to Barry and Garry and hope their union inspires other longtime couples,of any age, to celebrate each other.

The End of Conversion Therapy is Near! Also this week, President Obama publicly called for an end to conversion therapies for gay and transgender youth. The action comes after the tragic death of 17-year-old Leelah Alcorn last December. Way to go, White House! So sign the petition and then send a card to someone special. Tell them you love them just the way they are.

Your Partner Said Yes! Perhaps it’s because it’s spring but we certainly have noticed lots of couples getting engaged. If you’re lucky enough to be one of them, celebrate this happy news with a heartfelt, “Thank you for saying yes” card.

Get all of our cards perfect for all occasions right here. 

Irish Paper Company Turns Hate Into Confetti

palmsprings-wedding-21As a company that celebrates love, we’re always thrilled to read about other businesses around the globe who are doing the same thing. Like Daintree Paper, a handmade paper company out of Dublin, Ireland. After seeing the streets littered with anti-gay literature being distributed to oppose Ireland’s pro-gay marriage referendum, Daintree decided to turn something negative into something creative.

According to Pink News, “Extreme anti-gay leaflets have been distributed by groups ahead of the referendum, with some claiming that being gay will give you cancer, and equal marriage ‘exposes’ children to the ‘sounds of Sodomy.'”Daintree Paper, in turn, has “begun to offer a special service – shredding the anti-gay literature and re-purposing it as wedding confetti for same-sex couples. The company has appealed to members of the public to forward them any homophobic literature they receive, with the proceeds from the confetti sales going to campaign group Yes Equality.” An ad for Daintree explains it further by saying,”“We want to collect any negative and dishonest fliers, leaflets and online literature – and recycle them into something positive, with all proceeds going to Yes Equality. Whenever ugly lies are printed.. we’ll make beautiful confetti.” Awesome!

Under new ownership since last year, this is a delightful change for Daintree who last made news when its previous owner refused to stock same-sex cake toppers in 2013. Ireland will vote on the referendum which states,“Marriage may be contracted in accordance with law by two persons without distinction as to their sex”, on May 22.

Get a card to go with that confetti here!

Monday Meme: Gardeners

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Spring has sprung so we thought a quote celebrating those who help our souls blossom was incredibly appropriate. The fact that it comes from one the most famous gay writers of all time doesn’t hurt either! Visit our gallery for greeting cards perfect for spring weddings, birthdays and anniversaries.