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As a person on the east coast, I'm really feeling the love. I appreciate all the good thoughts about the hurricane!

It just started raining here about 20 minutes ago and the winds really aren't here yet. We'll see how it goes, I guess. We'll definitely stay in contact as much as we can, though!

♥

The idea behind Spirit Day, first created by teenager Brittany McMillan earlier this month, is a simple one, not dissimilar to the idea of "Spirit Week" held in many high schools, and can be summed up in three words: Everyone Rally Together.

Spirit Day honors the teenagers who had taken their own lives in recent weeks. But just as importantly, it's also a way to show the hundreds of thousands of LGBT youth who face the same pressures and bullying, that there is a vast community of people who support them.

Purple symbolizes 'spirit' on the rainbow flag, a symbol for LGBTQ Pride that was created by Gilbert Baker in 1978.

Wearing purple on October 20 is a simple way to show the world that you stand by these courageous young people and a simple way to stand UP to the bullies. Remember those lives we've tragically lost, and show your solidarity with those who are still fighting. 'Go Purple' today!

I support Spirit Day and the LGBTQ community. I hope you do too.

(So do John and Ronon! I made them purple, see?)

:)