What happens when staying in love is no longer considered more important than staying true to yourself? From Seneca Falls to social media, the history of women choosing themselves is longer than we think.

Photographed in a public parking structure, capturing a moment of affection and connection that represents something many people experience but not everyone is equally allowed to express openly. “I wish they would stop forcing it down our throats.” This phrase is often used when conversations about LGBTQ+ visibility appear in public spaces, media, schools, or everyday life. It is usually directed at moments of representation that some people perceive as excessive, whether tha