How to participate in the day of silence
It made me 
"Illuminating, in that people seemed to either be supportive, think it was a waste, or be suprised that I cared enough about LGBT rights to go through with it."
How I did it: I put a bandana around my head, covering my mouth...and didn't talk for the day. Made answering questions in class and at work rather difficult, but my professors and bosses were all very supportive.
Lessons & tips: Make sure you let your boss, if you work, know about this before-hand.
