Oscar and Darwin fled Honduras over homophobic harassment.
To me, Oscar and Darwin — along with many of the other couples who told me their stories for my new book— are a testament to the love, strength, and tenacity that it takes to overcome borders with the hope of living happily ever after.
Homosexuality is technically legal in Honduras, but homophobia and discrimination are everywhere, and it is not easy to live together as an openly gay couple, especially in a city like San Pedro Sula. Oscar tried to apply for jobs, only to have potential employers look down on him, asking him why he shaved his eyebrows and wore such tight-fitting clothes.
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