Jack Scribe

Guys, may I strongly suggest that we calmly veer away from this topic. We're really in an inappropriate area. Jack

Here's a clip (YouTube via Towleroad) of Smith with his friend director Malcolm Ingram. Ingram directed a film that comes out on DVD this coming Tuesday called Small Town Gay Bar which looks at the proprietors and customers at two small bars in Mississippi. Smith served as executive producer on the film. . I love Smith's deadpan glibness. Jack

Giving CJ what? Oh, I see. The last chapter has ruined my manicure. Between biting nails and holding on the edge of a cliff, what's a poor man to do? "Extremis malis extrema remedia." Jack

Great start...looking forward to more. I think a human bomb (Gabe) will go off in Ch 3 when he finds out about the promotion. Perhaps we'll find out why he has it in for Brandon. Jack

Jeez, two CJ posts to recognize your birthday. Steve, you either have the negatives or the Arizona desert rat is just milking his numbers. A BIG HAPPY 29TH! You realize it's all down hill from here...and I'm in the valley. Enjoy your birthday and too many, many more. Jack

Thanks, CJ, for sending the residuals of the AZ monsoon season my way. Friggin' humidity that would curl a ________ (you fill in the rest). Lost my cable/Internet signal for most of yesterday. :wacko: It worries me when the terms, "slam dunk" and "we won" end a chapter. The cauldron's still bubbling in the background. I also want to point out a tiny flaw. With all the flames, gasses and explosions, it occurs to me that Betty didn't have time to seal her bookstore off from the tunnel. Hmmm? Since Eric is beyond salvaging, let's kill off the little pecker. Action-packed chapter with a satisfying conclusion...especially the drunk losing his lunch on the Rev. Jack

In addition to S T E V E N , I'm surprised that no one mentioned James Marsden. I first became aware of this stud when he was cast as "Cyclops" the the X-MEN series. The guy sings well and is one of the leads in the newest version of HAIRSPRAY. This movie, BTW, is a fantastic entertainment - 107 minutes of unadulterated fun. I also like the edginess of Ryan Gosling from Canada. A superb actor and sexy in an offbeat way. Jack

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, JAMES! Here's to another 42...at least...with good health. Jack

Here's something to make the dog days of summer a little more tolerable: http://www.afterelton.com/people/2007/7/hot100?page=0%2C0. Fun eye candy from AfterElton. Who are your favorites? Jack

Finally getting back into the swing of things after a terrific trip to Chicago and a chance to read the last chapter. Am I the only one who scrolled down to the bottom of the story page to find: The End...Maybe? CJ, what's that all about? Is the next chapter going to be it? Goodness, you've got more story marketing ploys than J.K. Rowling. BTW, congrats on the 4,000 posts. Look like I missed the time guess by 24 hours. Jack

CJ's done a pretty good job so far. Okay, we need to have some sort of a pool. When will CJ hit 4,000 posts? I'm off to Chicago for some R & R...so I may not be around when that milestone is reached. However, my guess is sometime early evening (PDT) on Tuesday, July 17, 2007. The problem is I can't think of a good way to collect and reward the winner. Jack

'Goodness,' I thought, 'If this is what Blackheart looks like, I'm going to my local Harley dealer tomorrow morning. Yum.' Fun, action chapter. Thank God that the FBI may get in the picture very soon. Stay tuned. Jack

Just heard about this on the morning KTLA news. Since many GA members are Harry Potter fans, I thought I'd pass on the info about this verified virus. Here's a link for more details. http://www.news.com.au/adelaidenow/story/0...5006301,00.html.

I'm sure you say that to all the guys! (Sorry...couldn't resist) Just think, Graeme, only 2,000 more posts to come close to CJ (If he stopped posting today). Seriously, you really help stimulate the thought/thinking process by your probing comments. WELL DONE. Jack

Oh, no! I didn't see this coming. Blackheart isn't a "he". The boys go to the shoe store and meet up with...Hillary holding court in a muumuu.

I'm just impressed that the guys were on a flight that served airline food. Do airlines really do that anymore? Whenever I fly, all that's offered are peanuts and beverages. Blackheart? Here's hoping Chris and Steve don't do the Hardy Boys thing again. Give the tip to the F.B.I., please. Who will find the boys in the buff at daybreak? I don't think it'll be a dolfin. Stay tuned. Jack

Same in Tehran...but I don't think they give a rat's ___. Seriously, BSK, I join you in saluting the Independence Day. Wow...231 years! Hope we'll see a more peaceful 4th next year. Jack

Dittos! Look forward to you being back in the neighborhood. Jack

I concur, Conner. Great country, great people. Here's an interesting fact: "O Canada" was proclaimed Canada's national anthem on July 1, 1980, 100 years after it was first sung on June 24, 1880. Jack

First, I think the following will happen: 1. The boys will miss their plane to Hawaii. 2. They will find a semi-seedy hotel room on Van Buren to "wait" until the next flight. 3. Steve will be inspired to touch-up Chris's blond hair colour (Spelling in honour of Graeme). 4. They hear noises in the next room and recognize the voice of Thaddeus and two other males groaning. Then you can take it from there with the other suggestions. Good technical chapter. Ready for a little 'Aloha' time. Jack

Absolutely! River and Keanu were terrific. If you go back to AMC archives, check out the subtle gay theme (because of the times) of Cat on a Hot Tin Roof. The Elizabeth Taylor character (Maggie) was continually frustrated because the Paul Newman character (Brick)couldn't satisfy her. And then recall the sensitive lad in Tea and Symphony. There was no doubt where Tom's sexual orientation was pointed (pun intended). Jack

I'm the only kid. No swirls...but I'm left-handed (Although I played golf right handed and batted right handed.). And my idex finger is longer than the ring finger. I won't go into any other dimensional aspects. Jack

I agree with the suggestion to find a young lion or tiger. The monkey avatar looks too much like the actor George Burns in "Oh, God." And you don't want to become the target of all those lame 'spanking the...' jokes. Jack

HAPPY BIRTHDAY Michael! I also thank you for your thoughtful comments in the forums. Have a great dayand enjoy Bondwriter's gateau! Jack

Gyms are definitely a great place to meet people. I met my S/O in the steam room of the West Side "Y" in New York. I had just come out and wasn't too sure about how to express interest...especially when you're sitting without a stitch of clothing on, amongst other nude men, dripping wet from the heat. He kept trying to make eye contact and I just got more nervous...and thankfully too nervous to get physically excited. I finally got up courage and smiled when I left the steam room. We both showered (this was a busy place so it's not like we were alone) and dressed. Our lockers were at opposite sides of the room so there was no casual way to randomly chat. He walked by me on his way out and I nodded. As he left, I thought to myself, 'Another one has slipped out of my grasp.' A feeling you have after someone interesting cruises by and you do nothing. Later, you want to kick yourself. On this beautiful fall afternoon, a parade was moving down Central Park West. It picqued my curiosity as I left the "Y" and I walked closer to the activities. Suddenly, out of the corner of my eye, I spotted my guy sitting on a high railing. He turned to me and flipped on a 50,000 watt grin. It took my breath away for a moment. I returned the smile and strolled over. There was no way I was going to let shyness interfere with my hunt, this time. We introduced ourselves and started talking. Lame crap...but it got the ball rolling. One thing led to the other and we casually walked across the park. He suggested we continue to 3rd Avenue for a beer and a burger at a place he liked. Later, Chuck invited me to his nearby apartment. That started a relationship that lasted 17 years. Oh, BTW, we always told people we had met at a dinner party. We consider each other great friends...even though we're no longer together. Jack