Deadly Silence

Pauline Fowler is fronting a  Family Values Campaign with other stars from Eastenders and Coronation Street. The downfall of the nuclear family signals the breakdown of society, she proclaims.

She sits on stage and is confronted by an onslaught of challenges: "Isn't it true you believe homosexuality should be outlawed?"

Her head bowed piously she answers nothing . Her silence says it all. 

A Homosexual's Self Confidence

I have let myself into N's flat and am luxuriating in a hot bath. I hear him at the front door. Do I have to get out to let him in? No he has his own set of keys. 

I knew I would not have to move, that I was in the right and the world would bend to fit around me. 

I have an image of layers of true stories I have told throughout my life - these are a real part of me and cannot be denied by any bonkers religion.