Jack Scribe

Today begins the fabled Dinah Shore (now Nabisco LPGA Tournament) Weekend for the women. Check it out: http://www.dinahshoreweekend.com/. Next weekend the boys take over with the annual White Party: http://www.jeffreysanker.com/. A couple years ago, the two events PLUS Easter were all on the same weekend. The Dinah Shore usually draws 20,000 lesbians while the White Party checks in at 50,000 male party hounds. Me? I'm going wine tasting in Temecula. http://www.temeculawines.org/. Jack

The confusion is understandable but easy to unscramble. Topaz is the link from Comicality to the forum. To use his words, she is the "Official Ambassador". Due to technical limitations, Topaz will "make posts" for Comicality. Hopefully that clarifies the situation. Best wishes for a robust forum! Jack

A little Friday eye candy! http://www.abercrombie.com/anf/lifestyles/html/newfaces.html. Jack

I wanted to watch last night's edition before responding. This is my first year following AI (in previous years, I was working Tuesday night). Fox has turned the whole Sanjaya thing - the votes are being manipulated by outside forces - into PR lemonade. Simon indirectly dismissed the whole situation by saying the judges have no reason for critiquing Sanjaya's performances because they have no influence. Here is a comment from another site: Crediting Howard Stern and VoteForTheWorst.com , Sanjaya has lasted another week, forcing another semi-talented singer out the door while he remains. My concerns include the aforementioned plus the possibility of the snide jokes on the Internet about Sanjaya's sexuality (god knows what it is) turning vicious. My reaction is that we're being provided with some very good (and sometimes, excellent) entertainment. The studio orchestra is superb. Here's my reading on the top four: Melinda - Wow...what a talent. She's in a level by herself. I'd go to see her in concert right now. LaKisha - The Donna Summers song was terrific last night. She's a very talented distant second. Blake - What an interesting (and cute) free spirit with a contemporary twist on music. Jordin - Good singer. That's about it. I regret that Chris R. will probably be voted off soon. He's a real hottie (okay, maybe his facial hair is a little goofy) and seems like a nice guy. I'd be remiss if I didn't comment about the way he looked last week in a tight polo shirt. Yummy eye candy. I suspect that either Phil or Haley will be voted off this week and we will have to endure another couple of weeks with Sanjaya. Finally, I was amused at Simon's comment "As different as chalk and cheese" that completely went over Ryan's head. I went to Google to confirm that I had understood the phrase properly. Here is the answer: The earliest example

When Eric gets caught, goes to trial and is shipped away to detention...for years...his back door will be perpetually sore from use as the designated prison 'ho'. Good chapter. I must admit that most of the computer stuff breezed over my head. I'll just take your word for it. I have read enough about Internet manipulation to be very weary of what is going on. It's scary what the international terrorists are capable of inflicting on our financial institutions if they can get through security. Jack

Hey Kevin, Major hugs. 2,000 posts...what a prolific dude you are! I, too, want to thank you for the unselfish contributions you make to GA. Jack

Hi Camy, Goodness, you're officially not a birthday person for another two hours, GMT-wise. Aussie Graeme always gets a jump on everyone. Allow me to add greetings from California and wishes for a fantastic birthday! Have a happy one. Jack

The data stick is getting too sticky. Cliffhangers are good on occasion. However, the hanging treads (as opposed to chads) are pretty worn on this story. A terrific chapter but CJ needs to turn the page. Hopefully we won't have to wait a week for the next installment. Eric is not only a bad dude...but a rich one. Could the fundy guys be financing their "church" with proceeds from the internet porn site? Jack

The posting indicates you don't sense the urgency of traveling to a secure place...fast. Please, please reach out the the lifeline that Lugh has extended. It's not the time to discuss the dynamics of abuse and why victims - VICTIMS - stay to receive more pain. It is time to get the hell "out of Dodge". You are potentially in danger. Once you're in a safe haven, there'll be time to sort things out. 110# vs. 300#? I don't think so. Please, BBE, contact Lugh and take the first step to release. A concerned Jack (no smily face)

I raised my eyebrow a little at this exchange (courtesy of Towleroad) last night on AI: A joke about Ryan Seacrest's sexuality sparked a minor uproar on American Idol last night, as Simon Cowell urged host Seacrest to come out of the closet. Seacrest: "We have a question from Georgia. What do you consider the hardest part of this contest?" Melinda Doolittle: "Wow. I would have to say the high heels and these dresses. I like my tennis shoes and my sweat pants. I'm sorry." Seacrest: "Simon, any advice on the high heels?" Cowell: "You should know, Ryan." Seacrest: "Stay out of my closet, Simon." Cowell: "Well, come out." Seacrest: "This is about the top twelve. Okay? Not your wishes...We're friends." Of course the whole thing was a joke. Really. I'm not sure gay-baiting is the best way to generate jokes, however impromptu, on national TV. My feeling is that this is really NOT a harmless joke. These two guys have been going at each other for a while. What do you think? Jack

Bondwriter is on to something. I think their faces have been photoshopped onto bodies doing some pretty heavy, M/M, queer (fundy talk) stuff. As I recall, only guys have said 'hi' to Chase and Shawn. Oh, no. Don't tell me they're on a site where the guys are all "straight" but somehow are able to perform hedonistic, immoral (to quote the top general of the Army), homosexual acts for cash (wink, wink). Jack

Definitely, Katrina. I can't think of a current event - now spanning over 1 1/2 years - that has so much reference material available or of such relevance (except for Iraq - but that's too much water to haul). Good luck! Jack

Have a big one...birthday, that is. Jack

Actually, he's starring in the revival London West End production of Equus. Check out: http://www.equustheplay.com/. The critically-acclaimed Peter Shaffer play opened on Broadway in 1974. Daniel Radcliffe has the co-starring role that was originated by Peter Firth. The original co-star was Anthony Hopkins in the role now played by Richard Griffiths. It is a most serious psychological thriller/drama and the brief frontal nudity is very tastefully done. Like the case with many young male celebrities, there are several photoshopped Internet pictures of Radcliffe (rather nice and almost convincing, I might add ). After he films the 6th HP, Daniel will co-star in the Broadway production of Equus. It's a gutsy and bold career move. Jack

CJ, Congratulations on being awarded the 2006 Best acknowledgements. For the Love is not only the best efiction story of the year, but shirtless Steve and shithead Eric take top honors respectively as most lovable and most evil characters. I'll save another entry to gush over your short story anthology awards. I'm now going to read the latest chapter. xoxo, Jack

Damn. Those Aussies are always 13 hours ahead of me. Much improved health for you, Dan! That's the best birthday present. Jack

Hey Ben/Blue, And to many more! (I let Graeme do the artwork). The best to you. Jack

Vaguely. Didn't Billy Cristal play the role of a gay son? The show was pretty good. Speaking of which, generically I don't have a problem with soaps (the camophflaged night time variety) if the writing holds up and the characters are convincing. I consider "24" in this category. "Jericho", "Brothers and Sisters" (with its gay subplot), and "Desperate Housewives" are all soaps with a budget. The gay brother in "B & S" is basically a man who happens to be gay and can't get his romantic s**t together. I recently found the gay LOGO channel on my cable choices and was really intrigued about the way gays and lesbians are portrayed - sometimes terrific (check out the Dean Cain movie set in WeHo, "Latter Days" and "Trick"), sometimes camp amusing ("Jeffery"), and many times boring/stereotypical ("Adam and Steve"). As long as we are portrayed as part of the human tapestry, I don't have problems with dramatic stories that are gay-themed. Sure, throw into the mix some hair dressers, actors and interior designers ( ) but don't forget to include truck drivers, construction workers, lawyers, clerks, doctors and politicians. One final thought. Most screen plays and major television shows produced are written by more than one person who work together like a football team. There's a quarterback calling the plays and the line protects his ass. A writing team is just that...a group of talented, creative wordsmiths, usually lead by a head writer, who can run the plays together and successfully get from point A to point B. It only takes four yards at a time. Jack

Agree completely. Eric is way too slippery. I'm sure the stolen credit cards will come home to roost. That little detail has been hanging around like a day-old booger. Good chapter! Jack

I suggest you check out some of the stories posted on this GA site and determine who has a feel for dialogue, character development, imagination and general skills in telling a story that match your criteria. We all have different styles in this literary cafeteria. After you find authors that project a feeling you're looking for, contact them. Getting paid with real money would be a nice change. Good luck. Jack

A big HAPPY BIRTHDAY to a terrific Hosted Author (Topher Lydon 2/27) and an up and coming Author (Jack Frost 2/28). Look forward to more stories from both of you! Jack

Hey, Rick, Hope you're finding life getting better (not easier - cuz that just doesn't happen). All the best! Jack

Maybe I've got too much time on my hands, but I became rather curious why HRH, Prince Harry, was now being referred to as Wales and not Windsor by the military unit in which he was recently comissioned. I asked my good friend and fellow writer, Drew Hunt - who lives in the UK - for an explanation. Here was his reply: I agree, it is confusing. You have to be born one of her Majesty's subjects in order to truly understand it, but I'll have a go at explaining it. Prince Henry Charles Albert David Mountbatten-Windsor is his full name. He's always been known as Harry however. His main title is HRH The Prince Henry of Wales. His dad is the Prince of Wales. Often therefore he adopts the surname of Wales just like his uncle Prince Andrew uses the name York because he's the Duke of York. Prince Harry's a Troop Commander in the Blues And Royals. 2nd Lt is the equivalent in the US army. Jack

Welcome Kawanee and Wingless! This is a great site for all age groups. Josh, there are always several good topics in the teen forum section. Funny...when I was your age, the most popular names were John and Mary. Honest. They don't even register any more. Kawanee, take as much time as needed. Poke around and lurk for a while. It is fun to comment...I see you already have. Jack

Daniel is really changing the image...and I don't mean hanging it out in the West End production of Equus. BTW, word is that Equus and Dan will be brought to Broadway after he finishes the sixth Harry Potter film. Jack