Tuesday, December 29, 2009
New Beginnings
It is because of our diverse and varied backgrounds that our organizations and community are strong, resilient and productive. It is also because of our backgrounds that we sometimes do not see eye-to-eye on what we believe to be the best way to help each other and help others.
As we begin a new decade, and as the ISGCI begins a new decade of service, we should recommit ourselves to our common goal: to serve our community the best we can with what we have. We must not overlook the talents and compassion of our comrades when we disagree, rather we should look within ourselves to identify and strengthen our common goal even as we share minor disputes.
Each new year people make resolutions and this year this is mine: to forgive those who I have felt wronged by, and to ask for the forgiveness of those who have felt I have wronged them. Let us work together for there is strength in numbers and our cause is a noble one.
In Service and Friendship,
JD
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Ogden Bound!
We will keep you updated via Twitter and this blog as the event unfolds.
If you are planning on attending please let JD know at GemCourtJD@gmail.com or call or text JD at 208.286.6519.
Red Ribbon Bash and Forever RED
The ISGCI was very honored to have been able to participate again at this years' Forever RED hosted and presented by a.l.p.h.a. at the Grove Hotel. The ISGCI won the Delorian Snow Philanthropy Award and long-time member Craig LaChance won the Elan Vital Leadership Award.
We are very proud of the hard work and efforts by our many members who have done so many noble deeds for the Idaho community over the last three decades - GOOD JOB EVERYONE!
Friday, November 13, 2009
Our Letter to Diversity Dec/Jan

As it will appear in Diversity.
Greetings from the Imperial Sovereign Gem Court of Idaho and the 32nd Reign. We wish to convey our sincere appreciation to our members who so unselfishly give of their time and effort to represent our organization in such an outstanding manner. It is important that we pause and extend words of encouragement and our appreciation to those who are so willing to step up to the plate and deliver devoted work; and in many cases receive nothing more than the satisfaction of having been there for all of us. This is not sufficient reward for all they do, but they do not complain.
Too often we fail to recognize the positive side of what is being done for our organization and community by those such as our very capable Privy Council, our Jerry Swett and Jimmy Moore Administrators and all those who give of their time to promote our events that raise much needed funds for people in this community. From the bottom of our hearts we wish to extend our very sincere thanks.
We salute every member of the ISGCI and members of other organizations who give of themselves to help support and move our community forward. The ISGCI has a fine organization to build upon. Let us build and work together and always make sure that our remarks and actions are a reflection of respect to our members, organization and community. We feel strongly that respect and courtesy pays dividends and if we follow that rule we can all expect a great “paycheck” at the end of the day.
Nationally the Imperial Court System has been working hard to raise funds for the Matthew Shepard Foundation, which recently celebrated a great success with the passage of the Matthew Shepard and James Byrd, Jr. Hate Crimes Prevention Act. This measure expands the 1969 United States federal hate-crime law to include crimes motivated by a victim's actual or perceived gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability.
The bill also:
· removes the prerequisite that the victim be engaging in a federally-protected activity, like voting or going to school;
· gives federal authorities greater ability to engage in hate crimes investigations that local authorities choose not to pursue;
· provides $5 million per year in funding for fiscal years 2010 through 2012 to help state and local agencies pay for investigating and prosecuting hate crimes;
· requires the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) to track statistics on hate crimes against transgender people (statistics for the other groups are already tracked).
Here in Idaho we have been busy over the last few months. In October entourages from the ISGCI and the Emperor and Empress traveled to Spokane and to Portland for their annual coronations. Our thanks to the many members of this organization who represented Idaho so well during our travels – we are truly proud of you.
As we write this we prepare for “Red Ribbon Bash” a show to raise money for the Jerry Swett Fund which helps support Idahoans living with HIV and AIDS. We also get ready to celebrate with our friends at Allies Linked for the Prevention of HIV and AIDS (a.l.p.h.a.) at Forever RED. We wish to congratulate this fine organization on their many good works and are proud to have been a sponsor at the event. We also prepare to celebrate with our friends of the Imperial Sovereign Rainbow Court of Northern Utah at their annual Coronation in Ogden, Utah.
Our annual Christmas show is coming up on Dec. 4th which is titled “I’ll Be Warm for Christmas” and will be held at 8pmn at the Balcony Club. The cover is $5 but if you bring a warm winter coat to donate to a veteran in need your cover will be waived. This is our small way to salute the fine men and women of America’s armed forces and those who have served and sacrificed for their country. We will also have a show on Friday, December 18th at 8:30 pm at the Neurolux titled “8 Crazy Nights” which will be filled with plenty of comedy routines. Also don’t forget to buy raffle tickets to win a 32” flat screen TV donated by Tom Woodward to help us raise money for our scholarship fund. As always for more information keep checking our recently re-designed website at www.idahogemcourt.org.
We would like to thank the fine establishments in Boise that allow us to raise so many needed funds for our community: The Visual Arts Collective; the Lucky Dog Tavern; the Balcony Club; the Neurolux; Firefly Lounge; Pitchers and Pints and so many other groups and businesses that continue to help us succeed.
In parting we wish you a fun-filled and safe holiday season.
HMISM JD Morgan, Emperor 32 of all Idaho
HMISM Selena Blaque, Empress 32 of all Idaho
HMISH Andrea Morgan, Crown Princess 32 of all Idaho
Monday, November 9, 2009
Observing Veteran's Day

At this time the 32nd Reign would like to say thank you to our men and women who are serving, or who have served, this nation in our armed services. These incredible American citizens risked their lives for this country. Whether or not you believe this to be a just war it is imperative to stand strongly behind the men and women who are in harm's way, far from home and family.
This Veteran's Day we would like to highlight that there are still thousands of men and women serving in the armed forces like Lt. Col. Victor J. Fehrenbach, USAF, currently stationed at Mountain Home Air Force Base, Idaho. Fehrenbach, a heavily decorated genuine American war hero, is scheduled to be discharged from service to our nation because he is gay. This Veterans' Day please remember that the LGBT men and women in uniform often carry a greater sacrifice while deployed: the inability to talk freely with their same-sex partners, knowing that their partners will not be the first to know if something dreadful happens, that their partners and children will not be afforded the same rights and stipends that their heterosexual counterparts receive. Remember the burden of duty, but also remember the extra burden that is placed upon LGBT veterans.
This Veteran's Day take the time to educate yourself and others about the un-American and anti-patriotic "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy that unfairly bars LGBT Americans from their right to perform their patriotic duty in service to the United States.
Please Join Us for Red Ribbon Bash - Benefiting the Jerry Swett Fund.
Please join the ISGCI and the Jerry Swett Administrators for the Red Ribbon Bash. Friday, November 14th at the Neurolux beginning at 9pm. All performers are welcome. Proceeds to benefit the Jerry Swett Fund which assists Idahoans living with HIV or AIDS pay for non-medical expenses. For more information text JD at 208-286-6519 or email gemcourtjd@gmail.com
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
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Tuesday, November 3, 2009
Amateur Strip Contest Nov. 7th @ Lucky Dog
Forever RED Nominations now open!

Forever RED Nominations are now available online at http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=5SiLD56GBxnJ7q8LuPJD0A_3d_3d please be sure to stop by and nominate the ISGCI and any other individual or organization. Nominations will close on Nov. 13th - Forever RED will be held Saturday, November 14th at the Grove Hotel. For more information about the event contact a.l.p.h.a. at 208.424.7799
Updates and progress

We are actively working on the new idahogemcourt.org website and improving our online communications. Please bear with us as we make these changes. If you experience any difficulty with our website or any other online feature please email gemcourtjd@gmail.com. Thanks again for your continued support of this great organization!
Monday, July 27, 2009
What a blast in Ogden!
Recently Selena and I traveled to Ogden along with Crown Princess 31 Terra Mi Su to attend their Emerald and Ruby Ball, hosted by Crown Prince Robbie and Crown Princess Nikki. Anyone who hasn't been to E&R Ball should definitely make the time to do so next year. The door cover ($20) includes all you can eat and all you can drink - that's right, open bar.
Empress Dominique got us setup at the Hampton Inn and Suites in downtown Ogden (what a great room). Selena and I arrived on Saturday afternoon and met everyone at the No Frills Diner (12th St.) for lunch and then to the hotel to get ready. Emperor Steve was kind enough to give us all a ride to the venue (though fitting 5 people in a Neon was a little tricky). I always enjoy taking corners at no less than 30 mph - at least we made it in one piece. :-)
Selena ragged me for forgetting pretty much everything (I was sleepy when i packed so the suitcase was as much a suprise to me as it was for everyone else when we opened it). Selena, of course, forgot the shoes to go with her dress but was able to borrow some from Jaylee (thanks Jaylee!).
Selena also celebrated her 35th birthday while we were there - what a blast!
(Selena and JD are pictured here getting ready to leave the hotel for the E&R ball)
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Saturday, July 25, 2009
Selena and I are on
-Emperor 32 JD
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Friday, July 3, 2009
Sunday, June 21, 2009
Selana and Terra Mi Su
Candidate for Empress, Selena Blaque (left) poses with current reigning Crown Princess Terra Mi Su at the Lucky Dog Tavern following a busy day at Boise Pride.
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Pride Parade
View from the Jeep where candidates were riding as they headed down Idaho street to join the largest LGBT pride parade in Idaho history. Thanks to Tom for driving!
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Percilla
Candidate for Princess 32 Percilla poses as she sits atop the Jeep in the Boise Pride Parade.
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Lion's Pride
Lions Pride Float (background) gets ready to pull into the Boise Pride Parade from the raffle.
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Boise Pride Parade
View from the Jeep as the Parade passes 8th and Idaho in Boise.
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Pride Parade
View fromt he back of the Candidates' Jeep as the parade passes 8th/Idaho
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What a small shower!
Candidate for Emperor XXXII JD (left) and Miss Gay Idaho Anastasia squeeze into the small shower in the RV that was used for the dressing room for performers at the Pride Festival.
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Miss Gay Idaho and Selena
Candidate for Empress XXXII Selena (left) poses for a shot with Anastasia, Miss Gay Idaho and the Pride Festival on June 20th.
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Pride Festival
Left to right Brenda Starr poses with Selena (Candidate for Empress XXXII) and Anastasia (Miss Gay Idaho)
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Here's your sign
Candidate for Emperor XXXII JD poses with a member of PFLAG with a very amusing sign at Boise pride festival.
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Working It
Candidate for Princess XXXII Percilla and Candidate for Empress XXXII Selena work the ISGCI booth at the Boise Pride Festival.
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Boys of Boise
Boys of Boise perform at the main stage at Boise Pride Festival
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Mr. Boise Gay Pride
Mr. Boise Gay Pride Billy Devine poses for a photo at the Boise Pride Festival Main Stage.
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Friday, June 19, 2009
Boise Queer Idol
Miss Gay Idaho 27 Anastasia Rexia Morgan poses for a shot while attending the Boise Queer Idol competition. Also attending from ISGCI were Selena, JD, Percilla, Chaise, Jezzabelle (Miss Boise Gay Pride 2009-2010). Lyn Campbell (VP of the Tree Fund) competed by singing his lovely rendition of Over the Rainbow.
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Miss Gay Idaho 27
Miss Gay Idaho Anastasia Rexia Morgan poses for a photo at the Boise Queer Idaol competition.
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Rocci Johnson
Rocci Johnson at Boise Queer Idol - she did a fabulous job playing Ryan Seacrest on the stage. It was a great competition. To Rocci's left and right (though you can't see them because whoever took this picture was way too close) are Selena and JD (both were out campaigning that night).
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Thursday, June 18, 2009
Selena at Screening Committee
This is a picture of Selena (Candidate for Empress) waiting to be seen by the screening committee at the Twin Dragon Restaurant 6/8/09. The entire process lasted 2.5 hours and all candidates agreed that it was a grueling, though necessary, experience. Selena is seen here texting to keep in touch with her peeps.
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JD at Bingo!
Picture of JD trying to win at Drag Bingo on Tuesday, June 16 during Pride Week in Boise. He didn't win crap but had a good time anyway. The money raised at Bingo went to TCC and a.l.p.h.a.
Selena, JD and Percilla also sold raffle tickets to win an iPod nano on Pride Day.
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Tuesday, June 2, 2009
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Friday, May 8, 2009
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