Leather Families, Leather Houses
What is a leather family, and is it different from a leather house?
How does one form a leather family or house? And why would someone want to be a part of each?
For some, a leather house refers to a group of people who share a common interest in leather. But does that mean they are family? a part of a household?
How are houses formed, and what purpose do they serve?
Likewise, the definition of family can mean different things.
In the Queer communities, houses provided safety, a place where those who were outcasted from family could find chosen family. Is this the same, or is this a superimposed idea that the leather community appropriated?
Let's discuss. As usual, bring something to sip and puff. Or just come to enjoy the conversation.