Thursday, October 30, 2008

A NEW DAY










"Change has come to America" was the theme of his acceptance speech. As Barack Obama prepares to take office as the next president of the United States people around the world are sharing in the hope that he expresses for our country. Many continue to view the US as the land of opportunity but began to question whether we could ever extend opportunities to all people. The resounding answer, as evident by this election, is YES WE CAN.

Nightmarish Fantasy

One must be careful with a fantasy of this kind.

Friday, October 24, 2008

Tuesday, October 21, 2008

Amigo 17





Erickson is a handsome 21 year old. He is a track athlete and likes to dance. He wants to make new friends.

Thursday, October 16, 2008

Anniversary Fantasy


A night at the theatre turned into a different type of celebration... Happy third anniversary Tropical Desires!

Friday, October 10, 2008

FAVORITE CALENDAR

















If you have not seen these hot guys by now then you must be living under a rock. The City Gym Boyz are made up of sexy, young, fit men of various ethnic groups. Yada, yada, yada and they are GORGEOUS! Please buy a calendar or support one of their events so they can continue to supply us with eye candy and fantasies!

Wednesday, October 08, 2008

Out Inside Jamaica

Here is an inside perspective on what it is like to be gay in Jamaica. A young Jamaican cop tells his story. This video was found on GBMNews. They have news, reviews and commentary for gay people of color. There are many categories to browse, including one on Jamaica. They advocate boycotting the island; travel, music and goods. Is that a bit extreme?

Monday, October 06, 2008




























































Back 2 Jamaica??

Wow, it is amazing how quickly time passes! After I wrote the previous blog entry I began thinking about my trip to Jamaica so many years ago. Either things were different then or I was simply naive at the time. Possibly a combination of both.

I had just graduated college and was a member of a community ensemble that was headed to Jamaica to stage a production there. Things were a bit different then...no terrorist threat, no passports needed. When we arrived at the airport in Montego Bay there were so many people just hanging around. Our tour guide met us at the gate, so we didn't have the tense experience I had during my initial visit to the Santo Domingo airport years later. I have told that story already.

We were immediately bussed to Ocho Rios where we would stay for four nights in the Turtle Beach Towers. The bus ride was an eerie experience. First, we rode on the LEFT side of the road. Second, we were going much too fast on those narrow, winding lanes. Third, people and animals seemed to walk precariously on the roads edge, oblivious to speeding vehicles coming within inches of maming them or killing them. I eventually closed my eyes and kept them closed until we pulled into the hotel parking area.

Ocho Rios was a wonderful place. Too bad we were not there for vacation. We had rehearsals, service projects and performances. Not much time to be tourists. I enjoyed the open-air market. I picked up a few trinkets, but was advised to get most souvenirs in Kingston before we headed home. A few of the cast ventured off to the beach while others were shopping. When I returned to the hotel to drop my shopping bag I decided to check out the beach also. Our hotel was not directly on the beach. There was a path to the beach area. While I was attempting to find my way a Jamaican guy asked me if I was headed to the beach. A coy "yes" was all I could muster as I realized I was alone and had been adamantly advised never to be alone while on this trip. The guy asked if I needed anything. He could get me ganja, girls or whatever I wanted. I told him I was okay and did not need anything as I turned to head back for the hotel. As I walked away he told me he had Jamaican bamboo and inquired if I liked bamboo. At that moment all I liked was the idea of getting back to the hotel without being robbed or who knows what else. It wasn't until after the trip that I discovered what "bamboo" was and what the guy was implying. So, maybe being naive at that point saved my life. Or maybe I missed sampling a famous Jamaican delicacy.

It was in Ocho Rios that I decided to some day return to the caribbean. It was the spirit of the people. Many of the young men literally danced, bopped or sang as they walked down the street. People were always smiling and greeted you sincerely. The school children seemed so disciplined in their uniforms. We performed at two schools in Ocho Rios.

After our gig in Ocho Rios, we went to Kingston to finish our tour. We stayed four nights there as well. Again, not much time for ourselves. Special things I remember are a reception held in our honor on the lawn of one of the university faculty members. It was a beautiful home in the hills.
We had a meeting with the Governor General and also visited the Bustamante Childrens Hospital to take pictures with the patients and to do outtakes from our show. During a tour of the University Of The West Indies in Kingston we learned about the acuaducts and saw the magnificent mural that students created.

I really had a great time in Jamaica and have always wanted to return for a vacation. Hopefully the homophobic attitudes will change.

Friday, October 03, 2008

Jamaica By Day














If you have not visited the JamDown Productions website you have been missing a great deal. The site has quite a collection of sexy, uninhibited Jamaican men. What I find interesting is that even with all the horror stories about gaybashing, they have still devoted a sub-site for man-to-man action. The membership fee is very reasonable and you should feel good knowing that your membership advocates freedom of expression and gay rights!

The sites owner wants me to let you know that there is a HOT 2009 day planner available. It features some of JamDowns sexiest models. You can preview or purchase it here...
'JAMDOWN PRODUCTION 2009 DAY PLANNER'

Wednesday, October 01, 2008

CRAFTS FAIR

The Santo Domingo Chamber of Commerce is hosting again its annual Arts & Crafts Fair, Feriarte 08 at the Santo Domingo Melia Hotel this coming 15-19 October. Many of the artisans themselves will be manning their own stands. There will be upwards of 55 booths showcasing some of the finest Dominican crafts from 15-19 October. Great opportunity to go buy Christmas gifts.