iiinova — where your digital self keeps evolving

B.Gryphon @briangryphon.ca · 28/09/2026

I can't believe it's been over a year since I bumped this. Finalizing move back to Cda is all-consuming (time, money, mental health). Pic here is from today- the music of R&P continues to inspire queer folks. Will peeps join my projects to honour + celebrate them? familyoflovers.com

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B.Gryphon @briangryphon.ca · 16/09/2026

@paulapoundstone.bsky.social As I pack to move back to Canada, I have these great ties that have been idle since I left corp life in 2008. I'd luv for you to have them. Do you have a PO Box or Office address to send to? I'm keeping juat a few.

A photograph of various colorful neckties.

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B.Gryphon @briangryphon.ca · 07/09/2026

Apparently there have been such honorifics in the past. On this album, recorded live at an E.Vancouver venue, Michael Callen commented about 1 he saw while relieving himself. He wanted 1 "I'd liv to have a Tea Room named after me." (Tea Room has specific meaming in gay male circles).

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B.Gryphon @briangryphon.ca · 07/09/2026

Growing up in Ont (Cda) I didn't believe the USA was perfect- but it seems that I couldn't appreciate how deep + dangerous the flaws until I moved down to experience it 1st hand. Even that understanding has come only after learning just how deeply masked I'd been since birth. briangryphon.ca

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B.Gryphon @briangryphon.ca · 04/09/2026

Many peeps don't think Nov will be "that bad" - evidence 2 the contrary seems damning. I must put our safety 1st www.pghlesbian.com/2026/09/is-h... and move while we still can. Support; financial (tiny.cc/keepingsoul) or prayers + other spells welcome. Source: votingrightslab.org/election-ris...

Screen cap of map of OH (source in post text) showing the calculation of risk for the upcoming November elections in USA, for the counties of the State of Ohio, my current location.

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B.Gryphon @briangryphon.ca · 04/09/2026

Feeling invisible... tired old queer who buried all the folks I should instead be trading ailments, symptoms and war stories over coffee.

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B.Gryphon @briangryphon.ca · 29/08/2026

So @msnowcomms.bsky.social I was going to use the website Contact page to express my disappointment that EVERYTHING is hidden behind a paywall, but even that page is (image attached).

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B.Gryphon @briangryphon.ca · 28/08/2026

There's a few. G found the attached list of cities (+ 1 in NY cut off) as well as townships, etc. .

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B.Gryphon @briangryphon.ca · 27/08/2026

I've been asked why I'm seeking help getting our car paid off to move up north. A fair question. . We expected the car we bought (used) in 2022 would be both paid off and still running now. Sadly, not the case. . The full story is posted at digitalgryphon.com and our GFM is at tiny.cc/keepingsoul

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B.Gryphon @briangryphon.ca · 26/08/2026

Fellow NeuroDelightful peeps and others who luv swimming in the detail end of life's pool I have a LOT of background on my GoFundMe campaign, and the tragic story of the late Gray Gonzo that messed up our retirement plans at DigitalGryphon.com.

Text reads "The Life and Death of Gray Gonzo - an act in three parts" above 3 images showing our previous Kia Soul which was first stolen, then a second theft attempted, before it died in a hail of bullets- the innocent victim of a drive-by shooting.

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B.Gryphon @briangryphon.ca · 20/08/2026

Whether you believe I'm tapping into Jung's Collective Unconscious, something within my NeuroDelightfullness, or my decades of living openly queer, peeps seem to appreciate the insights I share, and readings help me (a sort of unique stimming for me). . guncletarot.com/catalogue/sp...

Below the GuncleTarot logotype the words "Fall 2026 Specials. We're still focused on finding housing in Ontario. But I find that doing Card Readings helps me calm the internal insanity. So I've chosen two of my favourite Queerly Focused Spreads to offer a a SPECIAL 25% DISCOUNT, for a limited time. Details and order info at https://guncletarot.com/catalogue/specials/ (Canadian residents playing via Interac please follow instructions on the Canada Pricing page).
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Below that are two spread diagrams. On the left, Queer Like FU Spread which has 5 cards laid out in a small cross-like pattern, and the logotype. On the right You Are Queer Enough, 5 cards displayed in a fan shape, and again the logotype.

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B.Gryphon @briangryphon.ca · 19/08/2026

Can't blame peeps not knowing tariffs are taxes on their buying when even @msnowreports.bsky.social posts: "Canada will temporarily avoid hefty taxes that were set to go into effect at midnight after last-minute talks to avoid President Donald Trump’s latest tariff threat" as if Canada is paying.

line drawing of a person with their hand held up to their face. "facepalm"

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B.Gryphon @briangryphon.ca · 17/08/2026

And now Rep. Wasserman Schultz steps in to ensure @housedemocrats.bsky.social snatch defeat from the jaws of success. Or at least minimize their victory, disrupt the party, and their ability to enact truly popular progressive change. Protect establishment career politicians; f the rest of us.

Screen grab from ms.new with headline "A slap in the face: Black Democrats blast Wasserman Schultz campaign" and sub-head "Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz is the only white candidate running in a redrawn South Florida district that has long been represented by Black lawmakers." above a file picture of the Rep.

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B.Gryphon @briangryphon.ca · 16/08/2026

If presenting as the cliche of a grumpy old man garners sympathy, let’s go with that. . I’m challenging everyone who tells me they value + respect what I lived through as an openly gay man in Toronto during the explosion of HIV/aids to put up, or shut up. . briangryphon.ca/2026/08/not-... #LGBTQ

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B.Gryphon @briangryphon.ca · 12/08/2026

I use WI-based @thegamecrafter.bsky.social to produce my oracle decks. They don't do t-shirts or mugs so their production schedule may not be what you're expecting. But much faster than ordering a gross of games from overseas. Local labour + enviro-friendly. Superb printing on quality card stock.

A collection of the shop ads for 10 oracle decks and 3 reading mats. Along with the text "A reminder that thegamecrafter.com system creates a very generous allowance for production times. As their name suggests they also produce complex board games to order. The most recent order for one of my decks (placed late in July) was shipped in 18 days."

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B.Gryphon @briangryphon.ca · 06/08/2026

Some people don't appreciate my 'gallows humour' - calling it biting, snarky. Some folks think it's inappropriate or callous. The rest of you may enjoy this, and other Emo +Mental Health designs, at tiny.cc/emothread while supporting this #queerElder #indieDesigner #survive2thrive #mentalHealth

Mock up of a purple t-shirt with "If it weren't for flashbacks I would have no memories at all" displayed in a fat font of variegated rainbow colours.

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B.Gryphon @briangryphon.ca · 06/08/2026

Struggling to remove masks I adopted dealing with pre-verbal trauma and my neurodelightfullness while waking up from the madness of 'everyday life' down here. A look at what I accepted/ ignored/ allowed until now, and perhaps why. briangryphon.ca/2026/07/my-a... How to help: briangryphon.ca

a collection of photographs, also found on the blog post linked, showing acts of vandalism I've suffered.

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B.Gryphon @briangryphon.ca · 04/08/2026

A Life of Service expressing sisterflirt.ca/about-me/sis... not only meant forgoing a career to reduce work demands; I ignored the masks, trauma, DID, CPTSD, et al until their demands for attention can't be ignored. See briangryphon.ca for how you can help this #LGBT #Queer #QueerElder #CanQueer

A photograph of a white crochet bib worn by Sister Flirtatious Romanovsky of Middlesex TOPI with buttons, pins and name tags representing their community work- mostly in Toronto Ontario's queer and kink communities, mostly in the 1980s and '90s.

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B.Gryphon @briangryphon.ca · 01/08/2026

Ron Romanovsky and Paul Phillips. See familyoflovers.com

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B.Gryphon @briangryphon.ca · 29/07/2026

Although I've so far not been famous, I sure do feel like a forgotten queer. Came out in 1978 in southern Ontario, survived the explosion of hiv in Toronto briangryphon.ca/life-of-serv... then moved south (family history) to learn how to live to old age. 68 as of last weekend. (Not me in pic)

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B.Gryphon @briangryphon.ca · 26/07/2026

Who am I asking to help? # Young queers anywhere who say they honour all that I've done for our communities; # Fellow Canadians who want me to move back; # Americans who feel bad about what this regime is doing; # Peeps who understand that loving families belong together. briangryphon.ca

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B.Gryphon @briangryphon.ca · 25/07/2026

All donations gratefully accepted, but a signed lease for apt or house in s/w Ont (despite no recent Cdn credit history) is the final step in getting home. See link above for info.

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B.Gryphon @briangryphon.ca · 25/07/2026

My just-barely older big sister passed away Thur. There're peeps to help the family without us. But I should already be there, available at a moment's notice. Please consider helping us at fundrazr.com/queerelders, and/or sharing our story to get us home. #LGBT #Queer #elder #communitysupport

A photograph of US and Canada flags at the mid-point of the Gordie Howe International Bridge. Above, the text "Gordie Howe Bridge will open this week, Mark Carney says" clipped from a news report. Below the image is "Somewhere over the Gordie Howe bridge, this queer Canadian elder will find a home for his husband, their feline overlord, and himself. Will you help us find it?" and a link to Brian's blog: https://briangryphon.ca

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B.Gryphon @briangryphon.ca · 08/07/2026

Returning to Canada. . Queer Elders looking to rent in S/W Ont. Open 2 cities along the 401 from London (preferred) through Cambridge. Without current Cdn credit history (moved down 30 years ago) we’re looking for a sympathetic landlord to rent a space despite those limitations. see BrianGryphon.ca

Photograph of a home for sale in suburban London ON. Text underneath reads "This cozy house is available in our target city, listed at just C$625k (US$435k). But before we can buy a house we need to build up Canadian credit (it's been 30 years). / Looking to rent from fellow LGBTQ or ally who'll work with us until Husband has first paycheque. / BrianGryphon.ca"

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B.Gryphon @briangryphon.ca · 07/07/2026

Quick heads up... there may be occasional blips accessing my various domains. After over 25 years I'm moving all my business from @godaddy.com for reasons they already know. .

A screen shot of the top half of the home page at my blog briangryphon.ca The header reads "Deep within I know I'm free... / Brian's thoughts, rants, images and more." To the left a large red stylized maple leaf as used in the Canadian flag. To the right a square head shot of Brian. Below that an update on Brian's progress in moving back to s/w Ontario with his American husband and their feline overlord.

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B.Gryphon @briangryphon.ca · 03/07/2026

Conspiracy Theory: The real deep state (Thiel et al) are working to keep 47 in office until the end of Sept- mid Oct. Then JD will step up and claim he deserves a full term to prove he's less mean and terrible. And that just might work on the peons. Note he'd be less wackado but still dangerous.

graphic design of a blue all seeing eye in a dark grey background, surrounded by a golden triangle, point up. All in front of a black circle with gold and then blue rectangle border.

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B.Gryphon @briangryphon.ca · 12/06/2026

This Canadian (born in T.O.) Queer (Came Out in 1978) Elder (68th birthday next month) is feeling a little bit invisible. . How to support me: briangryphon.ca/2026/06/comm... . What you're appreciating: briangryphon.ca/life-of-serv... . Sharing is Caring.

An image combining 4 selfies of the poster taken over the past 4 decades has been digitally altered to seem about to disappear. Pink text over top reads "Canadian Queer Elder feeling a little bit invisible... Pride Month is a great opportunity to show your appreciation:"
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Below that, in dark green text, "How to express it: briangryphon.ca/2026/06/community-support-request/:
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Under that, in the same colour as the first text, "and what you're thanking me for: BrianGryphon.ca/life-of-service/"

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B.Gryphon @briangryphon.ca · 26/05/2026

Planning 2 activate Husband’s CDA Perm. Res. soon. Having lease in s/w ON now means getting his SI#, job + our OHIP cards faster. Can't put down large deposit until lease here done. Looking for #LGBT #queer community (or ally) who’ll rent space w/deposit to follow. briangryphon.ca/2026/05/comm...

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B.Gryphon @briangryphon.ca · 04/05/2026

May the Fourth be remembered.

A news photographer's image from the campus of Kent State U. in Ohio, May 4, 1970. Anti-Vietnam war protest, 4 dead.

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B.Gryphon @briangryphon.ca · 15/04/2026

I'm stimming so hard atm.

Photo of a highway with text reading "As we prepare to move to s/w Ontario, my extreme joy is bound up with the terror of overloading my neurodelightful brain. Kind and soothing thoughts greatly appreciated."

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B.Gryphon @briangryphon.ca · 14/04/2026

Central OH peeps (or anyone prepared to pay shipping) we have stuff to sell off before we move North. briangryphon.ca/supporting-m...

"Husband's permanent Resident paperwork is in the mail so sh!t is about to get really real y'all" so visit BrianGryphon.ca to see stuff we have to sell.

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B.Gryphon @briangryphon.ca · 29/03/2026

Family + friends have given what they can (thank you). Next logical step would be to ask the Canadian communities where I lived, played + fought for our survival. The reality is 99% of the peeps I knew in Chatham + Toronto’s gay + kink communities are gone. I moved down here to process the loss.

Brian's photograph of the permanent Aids Memorial in downtown Toronto Ontario, taken in 2008 and copyright by the photographer.

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B.Gryphon @briangryphon.ca · 24/03/2026

Unlike many of my generation, I've spent my life helping others rather than chasing $$. As my 68th b'day approaches I have to hope others will honour my work with $$ to help me move home. See briangryphon.ca/life-of-serv... for what I did and briangryphon.ca/supporting-m... for how to help. .

Merrick, a black cat about 2 years old, stretched out on a cat tree with legs jutting out and his head off the side, and upside down.

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B.Gryphon @briangryphon.ca · 20/03/2026

Latest blog posts at briangryphon.ca

An edited screen grab of the front page of Brian's personal blog showing the 9 newest posts, the header image and various links at the bottom of the page.

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B.Gryphon @briangryphon.ca · 19/03/2026

For @neginfarsad.bsky.social re: today's FakeTheNation + the wish for an end to maxxing everything. . I am reminded of a car from my past- the Chevrolet Malibu Maxx (2005 - 2008). . A 5 door version of the 4 door sedan. I guess shoppers wanted either a compact hatchback or a full size SUV.

photograph of a red Malibu Maxx- a 5 door, hatchback or station wagon version of the Malibu 4 door sedan.

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B.Gryphon @briangryphon.ca · 12/02/2026

For any Canadians interested in sponsoring their foreign-born spouse for permanent residency, our case might help you understand the process. . The spreadsheet is updated- expenses to date and moving costs estimated: briangryphon.ca/2025/11/the-... #Canada #CanQueer #LGBT #survive2thrive

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B.Gryphon @briangryphon.ca · 03/02/2026

I am now also on a new social network that is privacy focused, ad free, and a safe space to share. hey.cafe/r/bgryphon Developed in Canada, and mentioned by Tod Maffin (of the Healthcare Infusion project) so a strong Canadian presence.

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B.Gryphon @briangryphon.ca · 29/01/2026

I'm not unaware the world (well 'consumption capitalism') is imploding. My project to honour R&P by bringing their historical yet timely work to newer generations is act of resisting tyranny. Seeking #singers #musicians industry peeps #ascap to help draft budget: familyoflovers.com/family-of-lo...

A budget outline for a project to honour pioneering gay folk duo Romanovsky & Phillips by having new artists (LGBT/Q focus) record their original songs. The sheet lists some broad categories of expenses, but their are not yet any dollar amounts- the info to calculate those amounts is being requested.

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B.Gryphon @briangryphon.ca · 27/01/2026

Get ready for Spring. Yes, I see a foot of snow out my window. But "this too shall pass". . For the next 36 hours, save 15% on a racerback tank with a Digital Gryphon design. Choose from ~150 options at digitalgryphon.threadless.com/femme/tank/r... (they are categorized that way by Threadless).

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B.Gryphon @briangryphon.ca · 24/01/2026

I generally believe in 2nd or 3rd chances. However after WW-1 the Allies decided not to punish individuals. That +demands 4 $$ reparations contributed (very simplified) to WW2. Any @housedemocrats.bsky.social @democrats.senate.gov who waffles on Nuremberg 2, An American Story must be voted out.

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B.Gryphon @briangryphon.ca · 18/01/2026

Just posted an unpacking of my test order from my shop at @fourthwall.com . www.youtube.com/BrianGryphon

A screen cap of the video's title card, with the URL of my youTube channel above it. "Unpacking a test order from my shoo at Print on Demand partner Fourthwall.com"

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