Gay is an adjective meaning "carefree", "happy", or "bright and showy"; however in modern usage, gay is a word usually used, as either a noun or adjective, to refer to homosexuals; persons sexually oriented toward members of their own gender.
"Gay", when used as an adjective, sometimes describes traits associated with both homosexual men and women, their culture, or perceived lifestyle. The term lesbian, on the other hand, is used exclusively in a gender-specific way to describe homosexual women.

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Lesbian Couples - A national resource supporting the diverse community of committed gay and lesbian partners through a variety of media. Contains a wealth of information regarding gay partnership issues.
Meta Description: [ Home of Partners Task Force for Gay & Lesbian Couples, Sweet Corn Productions, Purple Circuit, Gilgamesh & Enkidu ]
1st Partnership Page - About the first gay couple married in Denmark.
American Jihad Against Gay Marriage - Article discussing the political battle over same-sex marriage in the United States.
Beyond Inclusion - Devoted to recognizing same sex marriage within the Episcopal Church.
Boston Marriage - Information on the historical phenomenon of women who lived in marriage-like relationships and were described as having Boston marriages.
Meta Description: [ Information on the historical phenomenon of women who lived in marriage-like relationships and were described as having Boston marriages. ]
Civil Marriage | Civil Right - Massachusetts couple Bob and Gary, who were among the first gay couples to be legally married in that state, tell their personal story and present arguments in favor of legalizing same-sex unions.
Domestic Partnerships and Same Sex Marriages - Collected information on domestic partner policies and same sex marriages.
Equal in Every State: Equality in Marriage - The campaign uses gay and lesbian couples' stories to produce greater community awareness about the importance of the freedom to marry for committed same-sex couples and continues the promotion of the Marriage Resolution.
Gay Marriage: The Arguments and the Motives - An essay on why the arguments against gay marriage don't hold up in the light of reason.
Meta Description: [ An essay on why the arguments against gay marriage don't hold up in the light of reason. ]
Gay Weddings - Everything a gay or lesbian couple needs to plan a Civil Union in Vermont, or a Domestic Partnership nationwide. Travel packages and wedding planners are also available.
Meta Description: [ Lesbian and Gay Marriage Guide for Gay and Lesbian Couples. ]
Hawaii Gay Marriage Bureau - Provides registration, referrals and informational forum for those interested in same-sex marriage services.
I Can't Marry You - A documentary that explores same-sex marriage issues through the personal experiences of twenty gay and lesbian couples who have been in long-term relationships.
Meta Description: [ I Can't Marry You - Gay marriage documentary film that explores same-sex marriage and the numerous legal rights that gay couples are not receiving because of current laws. Our objective is to show the personal, legal and financial implications of denying devoted same-sex couples legal rights that... ]
LBG Weddings: Planning and Links - Advice on ceremonies and other aspects of weddings for gay and lesbian couples, including ceremony templates, checklists, and worksheets.
Marriage Equality - Group solely committed to securing the right to civil marriage for same-sex couples. Related facts, membership information, and chapters.
Meta Description: [ Organization dedicated to
securing the freedom and the right of same-sex couples to enter into
legally-recognized civil marriage, having all the federal and state
benefits and responsibilities that entails. ]
Marriage Equality New York - Organization committed to securing the right to civil marriage for same-sex couples.
Marriage of Convenience - Examines pros and cons for those under pressure from family to get married to the opposite gender and offers some practical advice.
Meta Description: [ Are your parents nagging you to get married? Are you considering a Marriage of Convenience? Here's a bit of practical advice and a message board service for you to find a spouse. ]
MarriageDebate.com - Debates whether same-sex marriage will help or hurt marriage as a social institution. Includes news, links, resources, and blog open to all and features contributors from academia, media, law, and advocacy groups.
Meta Description: [ MarriageDebate.com is a webzine dedicated to discussing gay marriage (aka same-sex marriage, homosexual marriage) and related issues including sexual orientation, marriage, divorce, and family fragmentation. It is a project of the Institute for Marriage and Public Policy. ]
MarriageFairness.org - An online community for gay and lesbian couples to help educate the public about the effects a ban on gay marriage would have on real people and real families.
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