Here are this weeks most popular positive stories, with some fun social media posts tossed in too. Like seeing uplifting content like this?Sign up for our Good News email.Its only 18 days until New Years Eve but were celebrating early by opening up several fresh bubbling bottles of sparkling good news! This week, a red state upheld trans rights, the Pope invited LGBTQ+ pilgrims to celebrate at the Vatican, and some strong queers and allies stood up for their rights and won.With so much fun and positivity filling our glasses cheers, everyone! Remember when Xena: Warrior Princess said trans rights? Never Miss a Beat Subscribe to our newsletter to stay ahead of the latest LGBTQ+ political news and insights. Subscribe to our Newsletter today View this post on Instagram A post shared by Julian Sheridan (@julesesestv) Republicans tried to shut down a monthly pizza party for LGBTQ+ kids. Their plan backfired.The GOP quickly learned: Dont get between high schoolers and pizza!And talking about high schoolers rememberwhenJoshua Bassett, star ofDisneyHigh School Musical,came out? How aboutthe first trans high schooler to become an Eagle Scout after the organization dropped its anti-trans ban? Orthe high school senior class that surprised a lesbian couple by electing them as prom king & queen?The kids are alright. Montana Supreme Court becomes first in nation to uphold trans access to health careNo matter what the next president does, this protection will remain in place in Montana. Vatican makes history by planning its first ever LGBTQ+ pilgrimageThe event will occur during Jubilee, a Holy Year that occurs only once every 50 years.A quick tour of some great holiday-lit homes: View this post on Instagram A post shared by PDX Parent | Fun, family-friendly activities in Portland, OR (@pdx_parent) Actor Jermelle Simon gushes about his perfect boyfriend 2 months after coming outSimon said he skipped the line a little bit and has already found the one. LGBTQ+ group banned from town Christmas parade marches anywayThe Pride group successfully fought to keep the yuletide GAY!! A school tried to punish a teacher for supporting LGBTQ+ students she got paybackThe officials who gaslit the teacher underestimated her smarts. Wanna access a bunch of incredible queer books for free? Watch this! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ardent (@bookedardently) New Jerseys governor just signed a law banning book bans to ensure kids can read freelyThe Freedom to Read Act protects both the books and the librarians who curate them.Annette Bening shares the life-changing lessons her trans son taught herThe Oscar nominee and proud mom spoke at a Supreme Court rally. John Waters dishes witty insights at group therapy session his fansThe legendary Pope of Trash shared lots of advice, secrets about his films, and a bunch of jaw-dropping jokes oh yes he did. And lets close this out with a Mario Party! View this post on Instagram A post shared by TIME OF FESTIVAL (@time_of_festival)From our sibling sites:OUTSPORTS:A gay pro beach vollyball player just dominated a world tournamentGAYCITIES:12 LGBTQ+ holiday songs to make your winter travels unforgettableQUEERTY:The sassiest quarterback in the NFL is expected to make his first start this weekendINTO:This vintage photo of Rachel Maddow has sapphics all a-tingle