Chris Pittman and Scott Lindsey each had 2 kids under 10 when they met after coming out and getting divorced. Now they’re one big happy family, but it hasn’t always been easy— and sometimes it still isn’t JOHN WRIGHT | Senior Editor Fifteen-year-old Madeleine Pittman chokes back tears as she explains what [...]
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Birth certificates become signature battle
Lesbian Frisco couple among those seeking both names on document; Equality Texas pushes state bill after high court refuses to hear La. case ANNA WAUGH | Staff Writer FRISCO — As 2-month-old Kambryn fusses after a feeding in mother Kristin Ransom’s arms, her other mother, Kami, rushes in to comfort her with [...]
13 is lesbian foster moms’ lucky number
After taking in kids a dozen times over the years only to lose them, Stephanie Acosta and Micki Stokes were finally able to adopt Josie DAVID TAFFET | Staff Writer A dozen times over the last 12 years, Stephanie Acosta and Micki Stokes have gotten a phone call to take one, two or [...]
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Go with the flow
Trying yoga for the first time can be an intimidating experience. But that misses the point of this ancient practice that combines stretching, breath … and peace JEF TINGLEY | Contributing Writer Some do it for their mind, some do it for their body, some do it for both. But all yoga students have one [...]
Dynamic duo
Couple Jennifer Pickert and Kara Robinson pursue fitness goals together and apart In most relationships, uttering phrases like “take a hike” or “just walk out that door” would be a telltale sign of discord. But for couple Kara Robinson and Jennifer Pickert, it’s a term of endearment. And while they may have separate workout routines, [...]
If the shoe fits
The innovations in these shoes strike the right balance for walkers and runners of all types. They sound like cars with multi-systems interplayed in their designs, but the results can be a dynamic fit providing the most comfort. And they look cool too. All are available at major sports apparel retailers. ASICS Gel-Tech Walker Neo [...]
Getting raw – with your face
What could be better than playing safe and going raw? And you don’t even need to be in a relationship to do it. Dallas-based cosmetics company Raw for Men produces a skin care line targeted at those among the population with tougher hides that still require a little pampering. And that has gay men written [...]
No fangs needed
Advanced Skin Fitness takes a cue from vampires to give patients a youthful look STEVEN LINDSEY | Contributing Writer Horrified by your wrinkles and other signs of ageing? It’s a fact of life that simply sucks. But there’s a revolutionary procedure that takes cues from those mythic bloodsuckers to achieve remarkable results. It’s called the [...]







