I made it again to the Mississippi River! Here I am at the end of Beale St. in Memphis, TN. In a few days, when I reach the 5,000 mile mark, I’ll have walked 17,600,000 steps for equality. That’s right – 17 million, six hundred thousand steps. Fortunately for me, my host here in Memphis is a massage therapist. I’ve had two full body massages in the past couple days. Thank you William for being my massage angel!!!
On a serious Note:
Vigil to remember Memphis area victims of hate based on their gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation.
Victims:
Michelle Hays (Joe Michael Hays). Shot in the chest. – 11/05/1990
Derrick “Miss Tess”. Stabbed and beaten. – 10/23/1993
Rev. John “Gypsy” Prowett. Shot to death. – 7/12/1995
Tiffany Berry. Shot 3 times. – 2/09/2006
Duanna Johnson. Shot in the head. – 11/09/2008
Jaqi Lloyd – Beaten by friend’s boyfriend – late June, 2012
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