Here on ReNude Pride: Guys Without Boxers! my spouse, Aaron and I are doubling our 2026 Pride Month commemorations! We’re honouring our pride in ourselves during the entire month of June and July!
June:
The primary focus and theme is on gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and queer+ (GLBTQ+) issues. Of course, clothing remains an option and we both encourage nakedness at every opportunity.
July:
The primary focus and theme is on bare (clothes freedom) especially as it concerns our GLBTQ+ community and culture!
Result: two months of social pride all in one summer!
Remove those boxers and start the party now!
Happy Pride 2026!
Naked hugs!
Roger Poladopoulos/ReNude Pride: Guys Without Boxers!
Original!
Author’s Note: The next post entry here is planned for tomorrow, Monday, June 1, 2026, and the proposed topic is: “Pride Month, 2026!”
Along the beach shoreline, inside a pool or just out in the open playing in the natural setting, the season is one for the proverbial “fun-in-the-sun!”
Pool!
There is one aspect of our nakedness that we as bare practitioners constantly remember: sun-sational sunscreen! The covering that we all know we can’t leave home without!
Fun-in-the-sun!
No matter who we are or what we do, when we’re enjoying nature, naturally, we need to protect ourselves from the ultraviolet sunrays that we are enjoying. Yes, it can be delightful and fun, but too long without any covering potentially can hinder our seasonal antics and cause serious health issues over time!
Before You Bare…Cover Up!
Here in the Northern Hemisphere, the Summer season doesn’t officially begin until 21 June, annually. However, the transition season of Spring is already in progress. Warmer temperatures and longer hours of daylight (sunlight) are also already upon us. As bare practitioners, our blissful dreams once again return into reality.
Aaron, my spouse, offers it best and honest. It advances our cause and needs no explanation:
“If nakedness is anticipated and/or expected it automatically loses “shock value” and instead becomes the normal, the routine. No judgment, no surprise!” ~ Aaron Michael Peterson-Poladopoulos ~ 24 August 2022
Therefore, coherent with our community and our culture, we comply with what we consider as normal and routine. That is our nakedness!
In keeping with that reality, this post entry seeks to remind us all of our health and safety, as well as the diligence and importance of the use of sunscreen. In our eagerness to get outside and frolic in the fresh air and warm sun, many of us forget one of the basic and essential rules of summer health. We all need to cover up (protect) our skin before we uncover (expose) any part or all of our body.
This entails the use of an appropriate sunscreen applied adequately (sufficient quantity), correctly (follow directions) and, when necessary, reapplied diligently. Using sunscreen allows most of us to make the most of whatever our summer plans may offer.
What should I look for in a sunscreen?
Regardless of where sun activity is happening, a private yard, ball field or court, park, trail, beach or shore, the product (sunscreen) should contain two elements for effective protection. Always look for a “broad spectrum” sunscreen that contains chemicals that block both UV-A and UV-B radiation from penetrating the skin surface.
While no product is completely waterproof, select a “water-resistant” type that is designed for long-lasting wear, especially if perspiring heavily or swimming. Choose a variation that is both easy to apply and feels good on the skin. There are numerous commercial brands available: creams, lotions, moisturizers, gels, sprays (aerosols), and solid stick types.
What Is SPF?
The initials SPF refer to sun protection factor. It is the measure of the effectiveness of the sunscreen in absorbing UV-B radiation. If someone sunburns after about 10 minutes of sun exposure, using a product of SPF15 extends the amount of time before sunburn occurs to 150 minutes or two-and-a-half hours. After this time, it should be reapplied to continue protection.
In terms of percentages, a product of SPF15 blocks 93% of the UV-B rays. One of SPF30 blocks 97% of radiation and one of SPF blocks 99%. The difference in protection may not always justify the added expense of higher SPF sunscreens.
What Is the Best Sunscreen For Me?
This depends on many factors, including age, skin type, activity, time of day, location (proximity to the Equator) and the UV index. For most skin types, a sunscreen with a minimum SPF15 is recommended. Persons with fair or lighter skin tones (all races) and low sun tolerance (burn easily) should use a SPF30. For minimal sun exposure, 90 minutes or less, a moisturizer cream may suffice (with correct SPF level). For extended periods of sun exposure and higher activity engagement, use a longer-lasting product such as a gel or lotion. Spray (aerosol or pump) are beneficial for hairy parts of the body, including arms and armpits, back, chest, legs and the pubic region. If a person is acne-prone, choose sunscreens that are oil-free or non-carnodegenic.
For persons with sensitive skin, the chemicals in some sunscreens may cause skin irritation. Use a product that contains only physical blockers (zinc oxide and titanium dioxide). A physical blocker does not penetrate the skin layers as do chemicals. Physical blockers stay on the skin surface to provide protection.
What Is the Best Way to Use Sunscreen?
If you’ve used sunscreen before and experienced sunburn, it was either applied incorrectly or it was the wrong SPF. For sunscreen to be effective, it must be in sufficient quantity, applied correctly (follow directions carefully) and thoroughly applied prior to sun exposure. It should also be reapplied when recommended by the directions. Remember the lips! Use a lip balm with a minimum SPF15.
How much?
One ounce – the equivalent of a full shot glass if mixing drinks – per adult body per application. Apply liberally all over the body, including behind the ears, on the edges of the ears and on the ear lobes. If in doubt, consult the application directions that accompanied the sunscreen.
When to apply?
At least 30 minutes before going into the sun. Reapply 15 minutes later. The extra application helps to cover body areas that may have been missed during the first application. Once in sunlight, reapply every couple of hours, especially if swimming, perspiring and/or towel drying frequently.
Who should use sunscreen?
Everyone needs skin protection. All races are susceptible to sunburn. Persons with darker skin complexions may have a higher tolerance for sun exposure but at some point will begin to experience sunburn. Bear and bare in mind that skin damage and serious complications later are the result of the failure to protect the skin.
What does the expiration date mean?
Sunscreen usually remains effective and stable for a period of three years. After the expiration date, the contents will begin to decompose and not afford the intended protection. Always check the expiration date before application. Discard any product that is past the recommended date!
African-Americans and Sunscreen:
In the Black and Hispanic communities, it’s a common misconception that their melanin-infused (darker) skin completely eliminates the necessity for sunscreen as protection. Yes, darker skin does protect from some UV rays, but all persons, no matter their skin tone, need the protection of sunscreen.
For a long time, all races believed that the darker complexions of persons of African, Hispanic and Middle Eastern ancestry/descent were fully protected from the harmful rays of the sun. Despite the fact that darker skin tones have greater genetic protection and tolerance than fairer (lighter) skin tones, everyone has a certain level of natural deficiency.
At minimum, human skin tones need at least an SPF30 for full protection from UV rays. Black people (on average) have a deficiency of about SPF17 therefore their level of melanin offers only a SPF13 level.
Concerns Regarding USA SPF Ratings?
Most consumers choose a sunscreen product based on the sun protection factor (SPF). Often selecting the higher SPF levels assuming that the level gives the best protection from the sun’s ultraviolet (UV) rays. In the USA, studies now prove that the domestic UV ratings are an unreliable measure of effectiveness.
An ideal sunscreen should provide equal broad-spectrum protection from both UV-A and UV-B rays. Throughout most of the globe, this is how sunscreen is rated. In the USA, however, the SPF value reflects the product UV-B ranking only.
Sunglasses Protection:
The most critical function of sunglasses is blocking ultraviolet (UV) radiation. The UV-A and UV-B sun rays damage the cornea, lens and retina of the eyes and increase the risk of cataracts, macular degeneration and photokeratitis (sunburn of the eyes).
By selecting sunglasses with 100% UV protection, polarized lenses and durable framing helps safeguard the eyes from both immediate and long-term sun damage. The use of sunglasses reduces the risk of sunscreen contact with the eyes.
Sunscreen is an important and valuable precaution in affording all of us, bare practitioners and otherwise, in the task of enjoying a healthy, productive and a very safe season of both summer and sun! Have fun and remember your sunscreen!
Naked hugs!
Roger Poladopoulos/ReNude Pride: Guys Without Boxers!
Author’s Note: The next post entry here is planned for Monday, May 18, 2026, and the proposed topic is: “My May Turn!”
Commando: textile (clothes wearing) but without any underwear covering the genitalia – whatsoever! Synonymous with “underwear free.” The person decides to wear pants, shorts, kilt, or any other style of waist garment and deliberately determines that boxers, briefs, bikini, thong, jock strap or any underwear is not necessary!
Jeans: some people view the wearing of jeans/denim as automatic mandatory or obligatory commando. Others view the wearing of jeans/denim as the same with any other type of pants or shorts. To be commando or not is a separate individual decision.
Pulling on his jeans: commando!
Inspiration?
What was the reason that the first persons who decided to abandon the practice of wearing underwear actually began not wearing the garment? Will we ever uncover the inspiration and motivation for that decision? Would knowledge of the circumstances of that particular situation have any impact on our lives today?
The reasoning for discarding underwear perhaps enhances a person’s polite interaction skills. It may create an opportunity for a classroom lecture or a topic for an organized debate but otherwise, unimportant information.
Commando: overload!
A Possibility:
Unless, of course, you were having an extramarital relationship with another and accidentally left your underwear after a tryst in their bedroom! Their spouse discovered your forgotten garment and determined it to be your property.
You are confronted over your transgressions! Embarrassed? Humiliated? Mortified? All the previous reactions? Yes! What happens next? You dispose of all your underwear and make a solemn promise to yourself to never wear underwear ever again!
You don’t intend to eliminate illicit relationships. You’re simply reducing the chances of discovery of evidence of your involvement! Life goes on and you plan to both live and to enjoy yours!
Reality:
The actual true reasoning for discontinuing underwear is probably not as dramatic and as suspenseful as the Possibility option above. However, that predicament is not exceptional nor unusual. Mankind is notorious for stupidity! It is an integral part of our DNA! Often in our haste to avoid being caught in a compromising moment we tend to neglect an important detail!
There are other less complicated excuses for dropping underwear from our “must do” listings. Convenience is the timing factor. Subtract the underwear, there is one less garment to remove! Easier and simpler to do and to monitor!
Our spokes-model, Phoenix Fellington, is bare, and his friend, (left) is commando!
Definition:
Commando: a colloquial term that refers to the absence of any type of underwear, especially covering the male genitalia anatomy. No styles such as boxers, briefs, bikinis, thongs, jockstraps, pouches or any other type of undergarment. The use of the term predominates in western cultures and the practice has varied in popularity and usage in the aftermath of World War II.
Same Gender Love (SGL) influence:
The practice of “going commando” (intentionally) gained rapidly among the emerging bisexual and gay communities following the Stonewall Inn riots (SIR) in June, 1969, in New York City, USA. The rising sexual freedoms movement after SIR increased the need to rapidly remove clothing in order to expedite sexual satisfaction.
Both advocates and detractors of same gender love (SGL) culture have assigned credit/fault for the commando influence on the fluctuation of SGL impact in fashion. Bisexual and gay styles varied from season to season based on social need and not necessarily on comfort.
Nakedness influence:
Very little attention is provided on the effects and/or influences from the increasing naturist/nudist culture and the commando movement. Among the reasoning for this indifference is the obvious fact that within the world of nakedness, either you wear clothes or you don’t. The result is very little concern for cause and effect.
Completely commando!
A newsworthy event?
Commando: a newsworthy event? Underwear freedom? A major scandal? Does anyone even care? These and countless other questions related to the topic of commando and the underwear fashion scene is not really appealing or of major interest. A few noted exceptions maybe but generally, there is very little major concern on the significance of underwear and men’s fashion.
Undergarment freedom!
Once again the question: does anyone really care if someone is or is not commando? Probably not! Unless perhaps we’re referring to a bare celebrity – then the gossip and the speculation increases the attention.
At this time, we (Aaron and I) feel inspired to remind all that we both commend, endorse, and support both the commando fashion style – lifestyle – as well as every bare practitioner’s prerogative and privilege in making that determination individually. It is a personal choice and we both respect that fact.
A repeat of what we’ve noted in the past. Many of our community and culture engage the commando option in preparation for the spring and summer seasons. Also, there are those who are interested in nakedness who use this option to acclimate themselves to the concept of living clothes free.
As for Aaron and myself, we both acknowledge and admit to being very active participants in “going commando” – especially when wearing jeans! A very time-tested practice that is both comfortable and comforting!
One of the benefits of the commando style this time of the year is that fleece sweat-pants are very popular and also provide comfort for wearers! The fleece style is now beginning to match the denim jeans in popularity among younger users.
Commando for a cause: same-gender love, confidence, and pride! Patriotic stripes adorning the above penis leave no room for doubting where his allegiance lies! Another bold reason for the growing popularity of the commando lifestyle among all ages!
Naked hugs!
Roger Poladopoulos/ReNude Pride: Guys Without Boxers!
Old Faithful!
Author’s Note: The next post entry here is planned for Monday, March 30, 2026, and the proposed topic is: “A Penny For My Thoughts!”
Splashman!
I support the commando style but my favourite is skinny-dipping!
Our Bad!
On a hot summer day, a jog totally naked is an option for exercise!
Francois!
An early morning fitness jaunt may attract an audience, without underwear, especially so!
The Widow is the most recent novel released by celebrated author, John Grisham. I’ve been an ardent supporter of Grisham’s novels for years and yet again he has written another that I label as “favourite” – until he produces his next volume! My admiration for the author has increased as I have uncovered more about him than just his printed words!
The Widow
This is John Grisham’s current novel, released in December, 2025. This book is presented as his “first ever whodunit (who did it?) as a small time lawyer, accused of murder races to find the real killer to clear his name.”
Footnote #1:The Widow by John Grisham, bookcover explanation
The plot involves Simon Latch as a lawyer in rural Virginia, making just enough to pay his bills while trying to hold his family together. Then into his office walks Eleanor Barnett, an elderly widow in need of a new will. Apparently her husband left her a small fortune, and no one knows about it.
At first Simon can’t believe his good luck: He’s finally hooked (gained) a client rich enough to turn his life around. He works, quietly to keep her wealth under the radar (secret), but soon her story begins to crack (come apart). When she is hospitalized after a bad car accident, Simon realizes that nothing is as it seems, and he finds himself on trial for a crime he swears he didn’t commit: murder.
Simon knows he’s innocent. But he also knows the prosecutor’s circumstantial evidence could send him to prison for the rest of his life. As the trial progresses, he senses the jury turning against him and knows there is only one way to save himself.
Footnote #2: The Widow by John Grisham, publisher’s summary, bookcover
Difference:
The overwhelming majority of the fiction works of John Grisham are of the mystery/thriller variety. This particular one is his second dealing with the subject of wrongful imprisonment and or – in this case – wrongfully accused but not believed. This aspect is what increased my impression of Grisham as author.
He publicly acknowledges his active affiliation with the Innocence Project and with the Centurion Ministries, two national organizations in the USA that actively and aggressively provide legal efforts to overturn the convictions and records of those wrongly convicted of crimes they did not commit.
Even those who were executed for a crime they didn’t do. It doesn’t restore their life, but it does alter their legacy and clears their name. For many, that is more important than being released imprisonment!
This country has a despicable reputation regarding inequality in the justice system and of imprisoning those who did not break the law – especially those sentenced to death. This record needs to be addressed by both the legislative and the judicial branches of government and the leadership in this redress needs to be the executive branch of the government.
I commend John Grisham for his efforts in making others aware of this serious and unfair issue as well as his active participation in overturning the convictions of those judged wrongfully.
Naked hugs!
Roger Poladopoulos/ReNude Pride: Guys Without Boxers!
Author’s Note: The next post entry here is planned for Wednesday, March 25, 2026, and the proposed topic is: “Oopah, 2026!”
Our bare celebrity today is the amazing model, male escort and porn star, Venezuelan-born, Gio Dell! His primary area of service is New York City, New York, USA. Although, if the money isright, he can be flown wherever he is needed!
Gio is posing in the outdoor pool as he hosts today’s post entry here on ReNude Pride: Guys Without Boxers! His bare buttocks proclaim his nakedness and one of his obvious assets!
He’s joined by his step-brother in real life, Armani, who is also a model, male escort and porn actor. Both are very public about their same gender love (SGL) identity and their being nakedness advocates.
Step-brothers Gio Dell (left) and Armani!
They are jointly offering a review (below) of our expanded signature feature here that we use to conclude our postings here.
Old Faithful:
Our original running and long featured image! Good man and good job!
Splashman:
He’s our first recent addition and our very first to be offered in and/or near the water!
Our Bad:
His name is special because Aaron and I both forgot about him and/or misplaced his image from a couple of years ago! Our fault, our mistake!
Francois:
Francois is the only name that we have to offer because retired gay adult film industry actor, Francois Sagat is exactly who he is in real life!
Strippers:
The only signature to feature buttocks as opposed to a full frontal view. So named because they are removing their underwear and discarding it across their shoulders!
Hopefully, Aaron and I can cope and manage the added task of recalling our expanded listing and all of our options!
Thank you both, Gio and Armani for hosting today’s post entry here. They’ll both return here to host there second part: the upcoming Preview! planned to be published towards the end of March, 2026!
Naked hugs!
Roger Poladopoulos/ReNude Pride: Guys Without Boxers!
Author’s Note: The next post entry here is planned for Friday, February 27, 2026, and the proposed topic is: “A Penny For My Thoughts!”
Author’s Note #2: I’m not going to repeat a listing again. My concluding signature will be “Old Bad” solo today!
Allow me to explain the “inspiring” title is not referencing any passionate encounter or a wild orgy with unlimited partner availability. Now, for many, those types of opportunities are indeed inspirational they are, at this time, not related to the content of this post entry here today. The subject for today relates to the themes of compassionate and uplifting. A rejuvenation of our humanity in an often inhuman world.
Perfect Timing:
While anxiously and desperately seeking topics to share while Aaron, my spouse, and I have been summoned home to Greece by my mother, the following two posts were miraculously published within days of each other. “Perfect timing” by the authors of two blogs that I have followed for years.
Both authors are SGL (same gender loving) and are remarkable composers – each in their own exceptional and unique manner. In this instance, the “inspiring” theme is the common thread that links the two otherwise unrelated posts in a shared message: do good!
The links to the particular post entries I am referencing are provided below. I strongly encourage everyone to visit both sites and to read:
If you like what you read, I urge you to explore more and follow the site.
Too often in today’s world, decency, goodness and kindness is degraded and ignored as a weakness. In order to be a success one must be egocentric (self-focused), condemning, judgmental, selfish and uncaring. Nothing else matters anymore.
Yes, it is almost impossible to ignore the world that we live in. For far too long we all did exactly that – ignore the world and those residing therein – and now we must contend with the situation that we helped create. We all share guilt in this matter.
The two blogsite postings represent two steps, separately taken by two different people, to offer a good deed without any personal gain or reward. Two actions undertaken in kindness. A priceless gem in today’s materialistic dungeon of corruption and greed.
A respect of life (canine and/or human) that is a light of hope for all of our world.
Naked hugs!
Roger Poladopoulos/ReNude Pride: Guys Without Boxers!
Author’s Note: The next post entry here is planned for Monday, November 17, 2025, and the proposed topic is: “Bare Celebrity Role Models #3: In Memoriam!”
In the USA, today is the Halloween, a secular observance that is popularly interpreted as a day to dress – or undress – in a disguise and threaten others through a custom known as “trick or treat.” If neighbours provide you with a treat (candy), you leave them alone (trick freedom)! This date is symbolised by a carved pumpkin. The above grinning pumpkin-face needs no additional description to reveal his place on the human body! Happy Halloween!
The above hiker is comfortable and out for a serious trip down his convenient trail in order to absorb some of the October sunshine! Buenos dias, senor!
The above gentleman is replacing the light as part of his ceiling fan. A very appropriate home improvement project for this bare practitioner to engage in on this bottoms-up! occasion! Nice job, man!
Baseball is a sport favoured outside during the springtime and summertime. Autumn is the season when the playoffs between competing professional teams usually occur. Our man above is already prepared to throw his first pitch for the bottoms-up! championship!
Warming his buttocks in the brilliant autumn sunshine. I hope you remembered to wear your sunscreen, my friend! Otherwise, you’ll be standing for 30days until the next bottoms-up! happens!
The above trio is offering a “buttocks line-up” as their salute to this October bottoms-up! commemoration!
Using his very own mirror reflection to capture his buttocks by way of his tribute to our bottoms-up! gallery! Thanks, man!
Naked hugs!
Roger Poladopoulos/ReNude Pride: Guys Without Boxers!
Author’s Note: The next post entry here is planned for Monday, November 3, 2025, and the proposed topic is: “Patience, Tolerance and Understanding!”
Helen Hunt Jackson was born in Amherst, Massachusetts, on 15 October 1830 and died in San Francisco, California, on 12 August 1885. She was a U.S. poet and writer who became an activist for improved treatment of the Indigenous peoples by the USA national government.
Educational poetry:
My identical twin brother, Alex, and I were required to memorize the above poem in our 6th level class (primary) at the Virginia School for the Deaf and Blind. Our teacher, who was one of our all-time favourites, used poetry to improve our English writing skills as well as our general comprehension of the English language. With our school located in Virginia and this poem reflected landscape and wild natural growths common to Massachusetts.
Unfortunately, there were no American Sign Language (ASL) manual signs for almost all the items, therefore, we had to fingerspell manually virtually the entire poem. Alex loved the poem but resented the fingerspelling aspect. He still remembers his remark that he felt as a child in kindergarten learning the ABC’s because of all the fingerspelling involved. As this was our first poem to memorize, our teacher always inspected every other poetic assignment to make certain fingerspelling didn’t dominate the process again.
An October, riverside!
Enjoy your last week of October’s Bright Blue Weather!
Naked hugs!
Roger Poladopoulos/ReNude Pride: Guys Without Boxers!
Author’s Note: The next post entry here is planned for Friday, October 31, 2025, and the proposed topic is: “Bottoms-Up! October, 2025!”
The downward-pointed pink triangle was used in Nazi Germany during the 1930s and 1940s as a badge of shame. It was sewn onto the shirts of “deviant” men (homosexuals) in concentration camps to identify and to dehumanize them. Sexual deviancy was made illegal in Germany in 1871 with the creation of the German Empire, but the statute was rarely enforced.
When the national socialists (Nazi) seized control and power in 1933, it was made a priority in order to culturally and racially “purify” Germany. The Nazis arrested and incarcerated thousands of “deviant” men and sent them into concentration camps, where many perished. They viewed them all as degenerate and impure.
The pink triangle has been reclaimed as an empowering symbol for the GLBTQ+ community and culture. It is also serving as a reminder to remember the past – and to recognize the persecution GLBTQ+ people continue to suffer around the world.
The pink triangle on a black banner was the first “flag” to signify the gay and lesbian movement.
GLBTQ+ safe space emblem!
The above depiction of the pink triangle inside a green circle represents a safe space where GLBTQ+ people will not be harassed, ridiculed or shamed. This identification was necessary due to the threats against our community and culture by homophobic individuals who operated with the unofficial endorsement of law enforcement during the emerging HIV/AIDS epidemic.
The Lambda!
The Lambda:
The lambda was first designed in December, 1969, by Tom Doerr, a graphic artist and one of the founding members of the emerging Gay Activists Alliance. Doerr selected it because in chemistry, the lambda represented catalyst. Later, it was argued that the lambda denoted synergy of the growing gay and lesbian movement; the idea of the whole being greater than the sum of its parts.
The Lambda image from the Greek alphabet was first chosen as a gay symbol when, in 1970 – one year after the Stonewall Inn riots (SIR) – it was adopted by the then New York City’s Gay Activist Alliance as the emblem of their growing movement of gay liberation. In 1974, it was subsequently adopted by the International Gay Rights Congress at their international conference in Edinburgh, Scotland, UK. As their symbol for gay and lesbian civil rights, the lambda became globally popular and recognized.
Many interpreted the lambda symbol as for males only.
The original rainbow pride flag!
The Rainbow Pride Flag:
First raised on June25, 1978, in San Francisco, California, USA! It was designed and created in honour of gay pride at the 1978 San Francisco Gy Freedom Day parade in honouring the annual anniversary of SIR. The very original flag consisted of eight coloured stripes and was designed by Gilbert Baker and hand-stitched and dyed with the help of friends and volunteers Lynn Segerblum, James McNamara, Glynne McElhinney, Joe Duran and Paul Langlotz.
The eight-stripe original was soon revised to six stripes with pink (symbolizing “sex”) and turquoise (symbolizing “art and magic”) eliminated as the colours were unavailable in flag fabrics.
Baker conceived the flag would “empower his tribe” in a “rainbow of humanity” motif to represent the GLBTQ+ movement’s diversity.
Above are the stripes and the meanings associated with each one of the rainbow-based colours.
The Progress Pride Flag!
The Progress Pride Flag:
The Progress Pride Flag was developed by non-binary artist and designer Daniel Quasar in 2018. Based on Gilbert Baker’s 1978 rainbow flag, Quasar’s redesign celebrates the continued growing diversity of the GLBTQ+ community and culture and encourages a more inclusive general society. The improved design increased the representation of discriminated minority identities covered by the GLBTQ+ umbrella.
Quasar’s creation placing black and brown stripes (emblems representing peoples of colour) and light blue, pink and white stripes (representing transgender and non-binary persons) in the shape of an arrow on the left of the Progress Pride flag. In Daniel Quasar’s own words “…the arrow points to the right to show forward movement and illustrates that progress towards inclusivity still needs to be made.”
The black stripe has multiple meanings as it is also intended for “…those living with HIV/AIDS and the prejudice and stigma surrounding them in addition to those who have died from the disease.”
On the evening of 6 June, 2018, Quasar posted the design on social media and went to bed. He woke the next day and discovered that it had viral! It was an immediate success!
The Progress Pride flag over the University of Nottingham!
The Progress Pride flag is currently internationally recognized as representing the global LGBTQ+ community and culture. It is now flown at the United Nations. The inclusive design and nature of this flag have received the commendation of many.
Naked hugs!
Roger Poladopoulos/ReNude Pride: Guys Without Boxers!
Author’s Note: The next post entry here is planned for Friday, October 10, 2025, and the proposed topic is: “NCOD: Closets Are For Clothes!”
In the USA, the month of October, annually, is observed as Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer + History Month!
Knowing our past enables our understanding of our present and empowers us to prepare for our future!
As a segment of the population that has been banned, blamed, discriminated, maligned, marginalized, punished and segregated, it is vitally important that we are all made aware of the major, notable, significant and vital contributions we have given throughout centuries of oppression and persecution. If we don’t celebrate and commemorate our achievements and advancements, who will?
Introduction:
Mentally, the phrase “gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and queer+ history month” (GLBTQ+ history month) produces an image that mistakenly projects the beginning of our GLBTQ+ community and culture as 1969. The year of the Stonewall Inn riots (SIR) in New York City, New York, USA.
Actually, historically and honestly, the story of our community and culture extends far back in time. Many persons believe that Adam and Eve were the first two human persons to inhabit the Earth. Obviously, they were a heterosexual couple. The GLBTQ+ story begins shortly thereafter and continues to unfold today.
In reality and in truth, the history of our GLBTQ+ community and culture begins with our global humanity experience, wherever we reside. It progresses along national boundaries once a political entity (nation) was created.
Original Pride flag!
Countries Honouring GLBTQ+ History:
Armenia October, annually
Australia October, annually
Canada October, annually
Cuba May, annually
Germany May, annually
Hungary February, annually
Netherlands, October, annually
Roumania, October, annually
United Kingdom February, annually
United States October, annually
International Progress GLBTQ+ Pride Flag
USA GLBTQ+ History Month:
The USA observance of GLBTQ+ History Month began in 1994 by a state of Missouri secondary school (high school) history teacher, Rodney Wilson. His intent was to provide role models for teenage youth, build community identity and to offer a civil rights statement of the achievements and efforts of the same gender loving (SGL) community and culture.
A GLBTQ+ History Month website was created, designed and launched by Equality Forum in 2006. In reference, click the link below:
The above website is designed and maintained by Equality Forum. The site features 31 honoured recipients (one for every day of the month of October) for every year since 2006, arranged chronologically.
Notation:
Equality Forum is a USA national GLBTQ+ civil rights organization with an educational focus. It coordinates GLBTQ+ history month, produces documentary films, sponsors high-impact social initiatives and offers an annual GLBTQ+ civil rights conference. Click the logo below to visit the site.
2025 GLBTQ+ Honours:
October 1: Peter Anastos choreographer
October 2: Walter Arlen composer
October 3: Becca Balint congressperson
October 4: Samuel Barber 20th century composer
October 5: Andy Cohen television personality and producer
October 6: John D’Emilio GLBTQ+ historian
October 7: Colman Domingo actor and playwright
October 8: Billie Eilish indie musician
October 9: Cecilia Gentili transgender activist
October 10: Jeffrey Gibson indigenous artist and sculptor
October 11: Nikki Giovanni author and poet
October 12: Lily Gladstone indigenous actor
October 13: Mel Heifetz philanthropist
October 14: Sir Lady Java drag performer
October 15: Ella Jenkins children’s music
October 16: Abilly Jones-Hennin GLBTQ+ activist
October 17: Ellsworth Kelly abstract artist
October 18: Karl Lagerfeld fashion designer
October 19: Troy Masters publisher
October 20: Sarah McBride first transgender congressperson
October 21: T. J. Osborne country rock musician
October 22: Ted Osius diplomat
October 23: Ann Philbin museum director
October 24: Chappell Roan pop musician
October 25: Harper Steele comedian and screenwriter
October 26: Breanna Stewart WNBA player
October 27: Arthur Tress fine art photographer
October 28: Cy Twambly painter and sculptor
October 29: Ocean Vuong author and poet
October 30: Abby Wambach women’s soccer
October 31: Lanford Wilson pulitzer-winning playwright
Prehistoric GLBTQ+ human!
The picture (above) is a contemporary impersonation of the rustic and vintage GLBTQ+ heritage. It is an interpretive, not an accurate, portrayal. Itis posted here for illustrative purposes only.
Enjoy GLBTQ+ History Month!
Naked hugs!
Roger Poladopoulos/ReNude Pride: Guys Without Boxers!
Author’s Note: The next post entry here is planned for Friday, October 3, 2025, and the proposed topic is: “Historic Visibility: Early Photos!”
ReNude Pride: Guys Without Boxers! 