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At my age, James, no one will want my kidneys. I do appreciate these suggestions. This trip will gobble up my credit card points but I'll be touring a part of Europe that I've always wanted to see. Thermal baths, beer...maybe a few cute gay boys (where do these BelAmi lads hang out?)...I look forward to my visit in mid-May.

Looking for reasonably-priced accommodations in good locations for a trip I'm taking this spring with a friend. We'll be visiting Budapest, Prague and Berlin. Any touristy hints about these destinations would be appreciated.

A WTF moment: http://www.thestar.com/entertainment/restaurants/article/759714--restaurant-promotes-sex-in-its-bathrooms On the other hand, maybe this could be a plotline.

Ditto. Next step is to get past the five forum postings hurtle. BTW, I checked out your profile - good looking dude!

Yikes, I can't believe it's been two years since I started this thread. Altho one day late, here's the best to y'all downunder in Oz! A great country with super people.

I saw a tee at a party recently and had to have it. The front caption sez, Careful, or you'll end up in my novel. The cotton tee is ash gray and the lettering is black. I immediately checked out the source on the internet and bought two; one for me and one for an editor who helps me. Here's the company with the best price: http://www.whatonearthcatalog.com/whatonearth/Item_Careful-Or-Youll-End-Up-In-My-Novel-T-Shirt_AV1741T_ps_srm.html

CIA Analyzing Latest Terror Tape WASHINGTON (The Borowitz Report) - One day after claiming responsibility for the Christmas Day underpants bomber, Osama bin Laden appeared in a new terror tape today in which he claimed responsibility for the Balloon Boy hoax that held the nation spellbound last year. "The so-called Balloon Boy claimed that he

Happy Birthday, David! Here's to reading many more excellent stories from you in the future.

Here are two new films that are creating a lot of buzz at the Palm Springs Film Festival: I Love You Phillip Morris, staring Jim Carey and Ewan McGregor. Check out the trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yhjNNI4rs4s The Big Gay Musical looks very campy and fun.

Terrific movie and also makes my honorable mention list (along with Up in the Air). At the top is A Single Man. Along with Brokeback Mountain, the most significant gay-themed movies to ever be released. It's still in limited release. But with Colin Firth bound to be nominated for an Oscar, it'll be moving into more theaters. I saw it for the second time. Others include: The Hurt Locker (saw it twice) Avatar (will see it again, but on an IMAX screen) An Education Precious For those who are interested in how the award season is shaping up, this link is absolutely the best on feeling the pulse: http://www.awardsdaily.com/

"I generally avoid temptation unless I can't resist it." Mae West (1893-1980) "It would be a sad situation if the wrapper were better than the meat wrapped inside it." Albert Einstein (1879-1955)

I cracked up when I came across this.

Thanks, everyone. Boxing Day and a birthday. 24, wildone? Hell, I'd take 44.

Let your fingers do the walking and tweet: http://twitter.com/gaychicago I'm sure you'll get helpful advice. Bars notwithstanding, there are lots of fun shops to check out in Boystown and restaurants, too. If you haven't seen The Blue Man Group, the theater is on Halsted Street just south of Belmont. I visited Chicago in October and loved seeing the sights again. The locals are a friendly group and your gaydar will be going full-blast. There are tons of hot guys everywhere. In addition to Boystown, Michigan Avenue and all the street activity is a hoot. When you visit, be sure and buy and three-day CTA pass. It's $14 and will get you on any bus or train.

Welcome to all. I can tell, Emberan, from your gif avatar that you have a wicked sense of humor. Hope you become active in the teen forums. I wish I'd had a great site like GA when I was your age and trying to figure out things. You'll enjoy Hosted Author, Nicholas James. http://nickolasjames.gayauthors.org/ He was your age when he started posting some terrific stories a few years ago. Also, I think you'll love Little Buddha: http://littlebuddhatw.gayauthors.org/ Finally, I suggest the perennial crowd pleaser, Dom Luka: http://domluka.gayauthors.org/ These are just a few of a great group of authors you'll find here. Check out my stories in a few years.

Happy Birthday Jan! All the best.

Check out this compilation. Yep, I certainly had a few of these. http://www.out.com/exclusives.asp?id=26266 Bette Midler's The Divine Miss M led the list for me. And, of course, Madonna, Elton John, Cher...good memories. Gotta crank out some ABBA on the 'net. Or maybe The Pet Shop Boys?

Happy 49th, Benji! What a creative crowd in this corral. Impressive!

Here's to Wayne's save return! I can't support this war but fervently wish all of the troops well.

Yes, Bob, I do remember. If I'm not mistaken, CJ was big on this three years ago. It is good to understand the strange ways the minds of certain narrow-thinking people work.

I support the view that reviewing biblical rationale conerning us 'abominators' is never too often. On her radio show, Dr Laura Schlesinger has said that, as an observant Orthodox Jew, homosexuality is an abomination according to Leviticus 18:22, and cannot be condoned under any circumstance. The following response is an open letter to Dr. Laura that was posted on the Internet. Dear Dr. Laura: Thank you for doing so much to educate people regarding God's Law. I have learned a great deal from your show, and try to share that knowledge with as many people as I can. When someone tries to defend the homosexual lifestyle, for example, I simply remind them that Leviticus 18:22 clearly states it to be an abomination... End of debate. I do need some advice from you, however, regarding some other elements of God's Laws and how to follow them. 1. Leviticus 25:44 states that I may possess slaves, both male and female, provided they are purchased from neighboring nations. A friend of mine claims that this applies to Mexicans, but not Canadians. Can you clarify? Why can't I own Canadians? 2. I would like to sell my daughter into slavery, as sanctioned in Exodus 21:7. In this day and age, what do you think would be a fair price for her? 3. I know that I am allowed no contact with a woman while she is in her period of menstrual uncleanliness - Lev.15: 19-24. The problem is how do I tell? I have tried asking, but most women take offense. 4. When I burn a bull on the altar as a sacrifice, I know it creates a pleasing odor for the Lord - Lev.1:9. The problem is, my neighbors. They claim the odor is not pleasing to them. Should I smite them? 5. I have a neighbor who insists on working on the Sabbath. Exodus 35:2 clearly states he should be put to death. Am I morally obligated to kill him myself, or should I ask the police to do it? 6. A friend of mine feels that even though eating shellfish is an abomination - Lev. 11:10, it is a lesser abomination than homosexuality. I don't agree. Can you settle this? Are there 'degrees' of abomination? 7. Lev. 21:20 states that I may not approach the altar of God if I have a defect in my sight. I have to admit that I wear reading glasses. Does my vision have to be 20/20, or is there some wiggle-room here? 8. Most of my male friends get their hair trimmed, including the hair around their temples, even though this is expressly forbidden by Lev. 19:27. How should they die? 9. I know from Lev. 11:6-8 that touching the skin of a dead pig makes me unclean, but may I still play football if I wear gloves? 10. My uncle has a farm. He violates Lev.19:19 by planting two different crops in the same field, as does his wife by wearing garments made of two different kinds of thread (cotton/polyester blend). He also tends to curse and blaspheme a lot. Is it really necessary that we go to all the trouble of getting the whole town together to stone them? Lev.24:10-16.Couldn't we just burn them to death at a private family affair, like we do with people who sleep with their in-laws? (Lev. 20:14) I know you have studied these things extensively and thus enjoy considerable expertise in such matters, so I am confident you can help. Thank you again for reminding us that God's word is eternal and unchanging. Your adoring fan.

Happy Birthday Jeremy/methodwriter85! A 20 oz steak? Yikes! Good luck on your finals...and your cloresterol.

Very funny! Since we're in a rubbery mood today, here's a Durex commerical that was banned. The young UK actor, Dominic Cooper, was in The History Boys and is terrific in the current hit film, An Education.

I wanted to watch a clip from the Steven Colbert Show and this commercial proceeded it. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xly08W_voeA&feature=related Love the guy's facial reactions to the dialogue. Knowing the prudish ways of American commercial TV, I'm sure this is only on the Internet.

I didn't mean to imply that this film will be hard to find (well, maybe my friend Kevin in China may have difficulties). A Single Man will start in limited release and slowly build presence in markets. Believe me, the Weinstein brothers will aggressively push the film. Here's a terrific article in yesterday's NYT concerning Colin Firth. http://www.nytimes.com/2009/12/06/movies/06firth.html?_r=1&scp=1&sq=a%20single%20man%20tom%20ford&st=cse And an article about Tom Ford and background about the movie. http://www.nytimes.com/2009/12/03/fashion/03ford.html?scp=3&sq=a%20single%20man%20tom%20ford&st=cse