He refused to believe therelationshipwas real and acted out his disdain in the most despicable way.
What followed was an epic battle between two women in love and one very entitled man.
In the end, there could be only one winner.
Aptly calling herself luvthyf_ingneighbor, one of the womenpostedthe saga online.
She shared a string of very dramatic and detailed updates, as she spilled all of the neighborhood tea.
Hold onto your seats.
And be prepared for a tale with many twists and turns.
The first legal same-sex marriage in the U.S. took place in Massachusetts in May 2004.
Nowadays, more people see gender as fluid.
We get to choose our pronouns.
And there are laws in place that prevent hate crimes against the LGBTQ+ community.
But not everyone has moved with the times.
There are endless stories of queer couples being harassed by strangers, neighbors and even family.
The bureaus 2022 stats were released last year.
They revealedthat anti-LGBTQ+ hate crimes were one the rise.
There was a 13.8% increase in reports based on sexual orientation.
And a 32.9% jump in reported hate crimes based on gender identity.
It notes that the stats are not complete, because not all hate crimes are reported.
The HRC said while the stats are shocking and heartbreaking, they arent surprising.
I can be such a damn fool sometimes.
I thought it was all going to be fine.
We have cameras, lights, Dinah made a (rainbow cuzof course) no trespassing sign.
She got mini pride flags and staked them in the front garden.
Did I mention she gardens?
Shes literally a dream girl.
Miles sort of went back to normal.
I live in a community that, how can I say this?
Its not the hood, but it aint fancy.
Its very much a stay in yo lane situation.
Guy shows up at the door.
He hands her a notice.
Apparently we are in some sort of violation.
He says yes, and she looks it over again.
Hmmm…our rainbow s**t?
Oh no its 7.
He says he really doesnt want to fine us since they prefer to laid back.
But this is causing complaints.
So I get home and shes out back painting…nothing off about that.
She likes creative DIY stuff so I just let her know Im home and theres a box.
I assumed it was for her because she freaking LOVES Amazon.
She comes in and shows me what shes working on.
And she tells me about HOA.
I was like we have an HOA?
And she hands me the papers.
I called the number and the voicemail prompt checks out that it is an HOA.
Ive been the owner of the house for over a year.
So its news to me.
But Im also first-time homeowner and Ive been wrong before.
I had and have a million questions.
Like dont we get billed for it or something if were part of HOA housing??
BUT F**KING NO because the goddamn box.
The box wasnt addressed.
It was just a box with a note that said its a gift.
Not pride flags but like various sizes of the American flag.
Dinah saw this and FLIPPED the f**k out.
Shes walking around the house cussing in more than one language.
And Im there in F my life mode knowing damn well were a step closer to scorched earth.
That was last night.
She was still creating her DIY rainbow stuff when I went to bed.
So now we know at least Paul has something to do with this too.
Its like trying to stick your foot out to stop a bullet train.
Not gonna happen and damn painful.
but only destruction of property.
They said its largely a civil matter and thus should be handled Im civil court rather than criminal.
Best believe Dinah is not about to let this go.
As for the HOA.
And by we, I mean my street.
Miles lives on the corner house, so hes on a technically different street.
We checked and double-checked, and Dinah helped me sort through some paperwork for good measure.
My street never had one and never signed on for one.
Dinah was DELIGHTED by this.
Like, the whole damn house.
Miles saw me washing my Loves car for her.
It was just a thing I wanted to do for her.
Not a normal thing I do at all.
She was calling to me from the upstairs window, whistling and stuff.
My other neighbors laughed.
She was saying s**t like What are your rates?
My car has never been so beautiful.
Ill pay you double its cheesy s**t couples around here say all the time.
I WILL MAKE IT HOT for you implying she will make dinner.
So we ignored him.
And Idefinitely didntdefiantly stay out longer, flirting with my woman to piss him off…solely.
Miles was too much of a coward, so sent Paul again.
Miles had long gone inside anyway, and this is our home.
f**k him.
Were going to enjoy it.
Paul waved as he walked towards us and Dinah said her favorite curses under her breath.
But this is the South, so politeness is a b**ch.
What will it look like?
He told me to do that and walked off.
We had been putting it off but this spurred Dinah to look into Mr. HOA.
An officer of the HOA on the street the other end of Mr. Miless/Sugahs house.
But Sugah has been in the hospital for surgery and wont be back for at least a few days.
She has a daughter I keep tabs with who has been in town to help care for her.
She grew up with him so I said that was up to her.
In that way that I knew she would be calling him.
This morning, Daniel, the other son, caught me as I brought out the trashcans.
I was surprised because he doesnt live there, so I dont often see him.
I thanked him and went back in to tell Dinah.
A lot of mini ones.
Stuffed in a bright gift bag.
This is an F you too to Miles.
Anways, have a good long weekend if youre in the states.
I still have a BBQ to plan.
God help us all lol.
Miles saga continues so to pick up from my last post, the BBQ happened.
But siblings born on the same day a few years apart.
For this I will call him David (M30s…?
Idk I never remember).
Miles has been putting on.
Actually ever single person at the BBQ knew.
It was a topic I couldnt escape.
David loudly announced PAINTING PARTYYYYYY as Dinah went and found every bit of paint we own.
Before I could even work through my vodka-indused brain fog, people were painting…EVERYTHING.
the porch, my chairs, damn near every rock around my trees and all the raised garden beds.
Now my backyard looks like a gay unicorn had projectile diaherea and sh*t rainbows.
Aaaaand the police arrived.
A quick aside here but its not illegal to play loud music during thr day here.
Just after like 8 or 9 or something.
So no laws were being broken.
The cops even admitted that.
But they suggested we just keep it down we thanked them, and didnt.
It was a fun evening.
Its updated in here and just brighter and fresher.
There was a knock on the door and Mom got it.
Miles stepped in with Paul and Daniel in tow.
My southern-politeness brain s**t the bed, so Iaudiblygroaned at the sight of him.
Alls fair in love and war, even manipulation tactics and emotional blackmail
He did.
The very next day.
And sure enough I was alone.
Sugah isnt doing well.
Shes not responding to treatment.
Theyre planning for the worst.
I was devastated to hear this.
Shes like our neighborhood mom.
Ive known her all my life shes practically family.
So I started to cry.
I told him that was appreciated and I was so sorry for his family.
He said I know.
Thats another reason I wanted us to chat like adults.
I know that woman you live with doesnt like me much.
And I laughed without meaning to.
And if she werent fit for prison, shed give herself that chance with her own bare hands.
Miles is still being nice and says that he knows I am the reasonable one.
And that we had our fun but this tantrum of ours needs to end.
He said it would upset her and he knows I dont want to ever upset her.
I very coldly told him to leave, as I have decorating to do.
I think he thought I meant to tear everything down, because he left without a fuss.
I told Dinah the moment she got home.
At this point, her patience was up.
And she came back in with bags.
She had been shopping apparently and THIS PART IS ENTIRELY YALLS FAULT.
She found SO MANY items.
So we spent the whole night decorating the front porch.
This past Wednesday, Sugah got home.
I rushed out to hug her and she hugged me back.
It was one of those mama hugs that make you want to laugh and cry and let everything out.
She held my hand tight and looked at our porch.
Then she laughed and said Damn girl, you really leaned in huh?
Then said something was missing.
I asked her what and she said my flag.
The big one I had in the front.
I told her what Miles did to it and a storm went over her whole face.
She got quiet and asked me to explain I said she should rest and its a long story.
So I told her everything basically in all my posts including Miles recent visit.
She kept her expression steely the whole time.
She asked a lot of questions.
Then asked me if she ever told me about her first love.
I thought she meant Mr. Richard, Miles late father, and she laughed.
People hated her but Sugah fell for her almost instantly.
She said Dinah reminds her of her and that I seem really happy now that Dinah has moved in.
Then she looked at me so serious and said So are you?
She smiled and patted my cheek, kissed my hand and went home.
Yesterday my Daddy called and said Heya whats this about a wedding?
And I was like what?
Not some of it.
The whole damn thing.
This is already long sorry, I swear I am skipping a lot here but I was obviously floored.
And I said I intended to.
Miles is about to have a complete caniption.
It was a lot to-
Im f**king with you.
We had such an incredible time.
She came home and was already dressed, so we went out.
It was my turn to plan date night, so I was at an advantage.
We then ended at our city aquarium hey quick trivia, I was once a professional mermaid there.
You read that right.
And before I even knew it, she pulled out a ring and we just laughed and kissed.
We wanted to update you the good news.
Im up to sing At Last for karaoke so gotta be on my toes to serenade my fiance.
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