Miley Cyrus' "Party in the USA"--the Gay Version

I know, I know--Miley freakin' Cyrus!? But this song is just so catchy and fun and happy, and it's forever stuck in my head! But I probably wouldn't have heard it if it weren't for this video by some gay guys frolicking in New York's Fire Island Pines. They basically did their own video to Miley's song, and it all just makes me happy. I'm only human! After all, who can resist a Disney teen poplet teamed with cute guys in swim trunks?



Why hasn't Disney tried this combo yet? Pure gold, baby. And to Miss Miley's credit, I do think this one has some talent and staying power. So thank you Fire Island Pines boys--and thank you, Miley. Peace out.

Miley Cyrus' "Party in the USA"--the Gay Version

I know, I know--Miley freakin' Cyrus!? But this song is just so catchy and fun and happy, and it's forever stuck in my head! But I probably wouldn't have heard it if it weren't for this video by some gay guys frolicking in New York's Fire Island Pines. They basically did their own video to Miley's song, and it all just makes me happy. I'm only human! After all, who can resist a Disney teen poplet teamed with cute guys in swim trunks?



Why hasn't Disney tried this combo yet? Pure gold, baby. And to Miss Miley's credit, I do think this one has some talent and staying power. So thank you Fire Island Pines boys--and thank you, Miley. Peace out.

Boys of Summer #8: Postcard from the Philippines

I stumbled across a blog about gay life in the Philippines, called Truevali, where I found these 2 good-looking fellas. I like the one of the left best. Truth be told, my taste in men veers toward the non-white. Of course, 'round these parts it's mostly lily white! Hmmm, a beach in the Phillippines is looking really good right about now!

Boys of Summer #8: Postcard from the Philippines

I stumbled across a blog about gay life in the Philippines, called Truevali, where I found these 2 good-looking fellas. I like the one of the left best. Truth be told, my taste in men veers toward the non-white. Of course, 'round these parts it's mostly lily white! Hmmm, a beach in the Phillippines is looking really good right about now!

Boys of Summer #6: I'll Call Him 'Tommy'

I've never been one to like your bloomers to show, but "Tommy" here is all right with me!

Boys of Summer #6: I'll Call Him 'Tommy'

I've never been one to like your bloomers to show, but "Tommy" here is all right with me!

Boys of Summer #4: At the Beach with Dad

Isn't this the cutest and sexiest photo ever? The dad is Emanuel from the latest installment of the reality TV show "Big Brother Brazil." They have matching Speedos! Awwww....


From Made in Brazil.

Boys of Summer #4: At the Beach with Dad

Isn't this the cutest and sexiest photo ever? The dad is Emanuel from the latest installment of the reality TV show "Big Brother Brazil." They have matching Speedos! Awwww....


From Made in Brazil.

The Good and the Bad of the Beach Vacation

Well, my vacation was a bit of a rollercoaster ride. Why do I keep letting this happen? In a nutshell, more squabbling between me and my partner, but we did have a nice Saturday. Then all hell broke loose when he drank too much Saturday night. *sigh* Oddly, I felt relatively calm about it the next morning, but my emotions were more troubled than I realized. While visiting family, I had a minor meltdown at lunch--in public--because a cousin wouldn't shut up about politics! I'm on vacation, dammit, and I don't care! So, dear readers, you may see very little from me on politics for a while. I've had my fill.

Still, there were some good moments. The photo above shows the beach--we had it virtually to ourselves! And for the first time in years, I took an old inflatable raft and cavorted in the waves. I really should do this more often.

Next pic is taken from the house where we stayed and shows one of the canals that run between the houses. Breakfasts here on the deck were so peacefully quiet, with cool ocean breezes. I had several starlings roosting in a nearby birdhouse for company.

Some other fun moments:

• Found a delightfully charming Italian restaurant, with plastic ivy on the walls and Lucite chandeliers. I enjoyed my dinner of clams and mussells over pasta in a white wine sauce, with a great glass of sauvignon blanc. I nicknamed our hostess "Lola," and she was working the tight red dress and flashy gold high heels!
  
• Sushi at an outdoor music bar by the causeway, during a torrential summer downpour.
  
  
• Seeing the new JJ Abrams "Star Trek" movie! Even if you're not a Trekkie, you'll enjoy this. Go see it! And Anton Yelchin is just the cutest as "Chekov" (pictured).
• Met 2 old friends for lunch.
  
• A crazy yet capable waitress who kept repeating "Yeppers!"
  
• Drinks by the marina at sunset, and then strawberry shortcake from a hotel balcony overlooking the ocean.
• Listening to the latest CDs from Lady Gaga and Keith Urban.

Those were the good points, but there was plenty that made this one of my least favorite vacations. I mean, seriously, why take off time from work? I need to let all the emotions settle and then maybe I can post more details.

Anyway, it's good to be home.

The Good and the Bad of the Beach Vacation

Well, my vacation was a bit of a rollercoaster ride. Why do I keep letting this happen? In a nutshell, more squabbling between me and my partner, but we did have a nice Saturday. Then all hell broke loose when he drank too much Saturday night. *sigh* Oddly, I felt relatively calm about it the next morning, but my emotions were more troubled than I realized. While visiting family, I had a minor meltdown at lunch--in public--because a cousin wouldn't shut up about politics! I'm on vacation, dammit, and I don't care! So, dear readers, you may see very little from me on politics for a while. I've had my fill.

Still, there were some good moments. The photo above shows the beach--we had it virtually to ourselves! And for the first time in years, I took an old inflatable raft and cavorted in the waves. I really should do this more often.

Next pic is taken from the house where we stayed and shows one of the canals that run between the houses. Breakfasts here on the deck were so peacefully quiet, with cool ocean breezes. I had several starlings roosting in a nearby birdhouse for company.

Some other fun moments:

• Found a delightfully charming Italian restaurant, with plastic ivy on the walls and Lucite chandeliers. I enjoyed my dinner of clams and mussells over pasta in a white wine sauce, with a great glass of sauvignon blanc. I nicknamed our hostess "Lola," and she was working the tight red dress and flashy gold high heels!
  
• Sushi at an outdoor music bar by the causeway, during a torrential summer downpour.
  
  
• Seeing the new JJ Abrams "Star Trek" movie! Even if you're not a Trekkie, you'll enjoy this. Go see it! And Anton Yelchin is just the cutest as "Chekov" (pictured).
• Met 2 old friends for lunch.
  
• A crazy yet capable waitress who kept repeating "Yeppers!"
  
• Drinks by the marina at sunset, and then strawberry shortcake from a hotel balcony overlooking the ocean.
• Listening to the latest CDs from Lady Gaga and Keith Urban.

Those were the good points, but there was plenty that made this one of my least favorite vacations. I mean, seriously, why take off time from work? I need to let all the emotions settle and then maybe I can post more details.

Anyway, it's good to be home.

Headed to the Beach--Wonder What Will Wash Ashore?

Oh, look--an injured mer man has beached himself! Perhaps my kiss will restore his health and fins, and he will carry me away to his underwater love grotto out of eternal gratitude. Hey--it happened in "The Little Mermaid," didn't it?!

But yes, I'm off to the beach (2 beaches, actually!) for several days of R&R with my real-life mer man, so don't expect any witty or enlightening posts until I return. I plan to catch up on my reading and writing (and drinking) and commune a little with the Sea Goddess.

Until then, thanks to all my readers, and I wish for you all peace, light and bliss.

Headed to the Beach--Wonder What Will Wash Ashore?

Oh, look--an injured mer man has beached himself! Perhaps my kiss will restore his health and fins, and he will carry me away to his underwater love grotto out of eternal gratitude. Hey--it happened in "The Little Mermaid," didn't it?!

But yes, I'm off to the beach (2 beaches, actually!) for several days of R&R with my real-life mer man, so don't expect any witty or enlightening posts until I return. I plan to catch up on my reading and writing (and drinking) and commune a little with the Sea Goddess.

Until then, thanks to all my readers, and I wish for you all peace, light and bliss.

Something Beautiful for Today

Finally back home but wondering if things are ever going to slow down. Work just seems to be never-ending.

But I found a few moments to post on the work of artist Jim Denevan. These are no little doodles in the sand. Imagine you're high up in the sky looking down on the beach--can you see the tiny little jogger in the upper left hand corner? That'll give you the right perspective for the scale of his work.

I love the geometry used in his work and that he creates something so unexpected with only nature itself.

From what I've read about Denevan, he tries to convey an appreciation for nature as well as the fleeting passage of time. Because he creates art in sand, in this case, it will eventually wash away. And he's ok with that.

I found Denevan through a calendar produced by Greenmuseum.org.

Something Beautiful for Today

Finally back home but wondering if things are ever going to slow down. Work just seems to be never-ending.

But I found a few moments to post on the work of artist Jim Denevan. These are no little doodles in the sand. Imagine you're high up in the sky looking down on the beach--can you see the tiny little jogger in the upper left hand corner? That'll give you the right perspective for the scale of his work.

I love the geometry used in his work and that he creates something so unexpected with only nature itself.

From what I've read about Denevan, he tries to convey an appreciation for nature as well as the fleeting passage of time. Because he creates art in sand, in this case, it will eventually wash away. And he's ok with that.

I found Denevan through a calendar produced by Greenmuseum.org.