Hey there, I’m Cade. I am an out and proud Leatherboy, former titleholder, judge, activist, polyamorous kinkster, and all around sass-ass. I am also a former Huffington Post blogger and have missed writing since they closed down their blog platform. So here I am!

I am also a husband, a parent, a Papa and a survivor. I live in SE Minnesota with my Daddy, and spouse of 23 years, Shay. Oh - and our giant 9mo old Saint Berdoodle (half Saint Bernard, half Standard Poodle), Maple. We have a crazy beautiful life!

I’ve been in the Leather community for over two decades, and it has definitely shaped the person I have become. Together with Shay, we founded House of Raven in 2022 and are building a chosen family grounded in integrity, service and fierce Leather pride. I am passionate about accessibility, trans rights, mentoring and making sure this community stays real while it grows.

I am trans, heavily tattooed, I swear - A LOT - and I fight like hell for the people I love. I am an ambulatory wheelchair user with very advanced Ehler’s Danlos Syndrome, with an autoimmune condition tossed in for added fun. So if you see me rolling up in a wheelchair, or hiding in a comfy `corner somewhere , that’s just how I keep this broken body going. I believe in doing what I can, when I can and I refuse to allow my physical pain to keep me at home.

This blog is my space to speak my truth, uplift others, celebrate our history and share the beauty and grit of Leather life - the real raw behind the scenes kind. If you’re looking for perfectly polished content, you’re in the wrong place. But if you want honesty, love, and the occasional rant… you’re my people. Enjoy!