A Tribute to Students and to Our Troops (Under Consideration For Democratic Convention)

May 22, 2008

A Tribute to Students and to Our Troops

By: Fred and Sharon Spencer

I mean it. This is serious. Watch this!! We're going to start a petition to have this played at the Democratic National Convention in 2008.

Every time I watch this, I find another layer to marvel at.







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Jodie Foster Split Caused By Affair?

May 22, 2008


While most relationships might disintegrate unnoticed, very few dissolved without benefit of some impetus. A turning point. The last straw, the final blow.

Uh-oh! Hold onto your U-Haul stock. The relationship between Jodie Foster and Cydney Bernard could have headed down the tubes by way of a relationship that Jodie Fostered with Cindy Mort, a writer/producer who worked with Foster on the film, The Brave Ones.

Come on! This happens all of the time! Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie. Liz Taylor, Richard Burton. Sarah Silverman and Matt Damon.

What sets this break up apart is...well, nothing. Average, run of the mill, lesbian bed death, again. And anytime regular LGBT people are featured in the MSM, people will, hopefully, become more aware and accustomed to our uncloseted presence.

Except for the lightening speed with which Lesbians like to commit and move in together! We can moved like greased lightening, when we feel that urge to set up a new household.

One time it took me months to hang a new shower curtain, but only days to pack up and move cross-country for a new woman!

Even Jackie Warner and Brianna's first date and move in, all happened within one week!

Now, I want you all to watch this. If you see smokin' tires, it might just be the U-Haul coming up the street!!

The National Enquirer.

Find Itt News.




I didn't recognize Jody Foster in the above picture until I saw this blow up.




Related Post: Jodie Foster and Cydney Bernard Split?



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Greg Plitt and Renessa Steal The Show.

May 21, 2008


There's A Big Party Going On In Greg Plitt's Pants, And You Are All Invited To Watch!

Seriously, how could Jackie Warner not have known that her trainers would head for the bar? What else would you expect nine healthy young adults to do at the end of the day, play canasta? Sheesh! Is Jackie getting old on us? Since when has there ever been a Pants Party that she didn't either instigate, or, attend as The Guest of Honor?

Perhaps had something going on the DL?

Jackie:

"You shouldn't be drinking on a health retreat."

WTF? Really? Naw, she doesn't really mean it, right?

I'm kind of wondering about the regular guests at this hotel. I know I'd be pissed if I woke up to Greg and Renessa's mating calls coming from the pool. Or, as a customer, how would you like to see Renessa's skanky ass up on the bar? Check please! Where is the Health Department when you need them?

Ok, we get it. Greg Plitt is a great adventurer. A man who doesn't want to go through life passing up the chance for a piece of ass on camera, having to always wonder, what if?

There were some fabulous lines in this episode. This is what makes Reality TV so great! No one could ever write stuff this good!

Renessa had the best lines:

People started to disappear and I didn't really notice.

Renessa, like a delicate wisp of spring air, sophisticated, shy, and coy, takes refined courtship to a new level. She generously clues us in on one of the finer points that she seems to have mastered, the graceful dance of letting the man assume control:

"I wasn't really thinking about kissing him. I'm not going to make the first move. I'm going to let him come to me."

From the mating observatory, overlooking the pool and hot tub, the mating ritual, as old as mankind, quietly observed, so as to not disturb the participants, came this exclamation from one of the academics:

"OMG! Look at Ranessa! What is she doing?"

After flopping around between hot tub and cold pool, the pair slogs on towards what we'd rather not imagine, Greg gallantly carrying the drunken Renessa, both dripping water all the way back to a room. Lovely!

Jackie, at the 5:30am training session:

"Where is Greg Plitt? What is he doing in his room?"

This had to be the best. More words of wisdom from Renessa:

I did not know that Jackie did not want us drinking! I was, you know, worried about my job. I apologized. But at the same time, I started thinking, I'm a grown woman. I don't have to apol..I am of age! It's unrealistic for people to see someone like me and think that I run 20 miles a day and never kick back. It's much more inspirational for people to see that, "oh, look, she can have a good time too! She can have it all, even Greg!" (Renessa)

See? Sophisticated, and, inspirational.

I think I might have been inspirational like that, a time or two. At least I'd like to think that I've tried to inspired as many people as possible with my own drunken antics. Well, let me just say, if I was able to inspire just one individual with my drunkenness, I will have done my job. (Some people, like Deenie, are harder to inspire than others. That's why Jackie so wisely chose Plitt to be her trainer.)

So Plitt was too drunk to show, but Renessa, still drunk, managed to show. Hey, I'm inspired by that!

I loved the "prancing pony exercise". I must try and talk someone at my gym into getting hitched up and letting me trot them around the gym. We used to play horsey games when I was a kid. Who knew it could turn into a $100 per hour scam, er, I mean excellent fitness exercise?

So let's see if this is right:

You don't get fired for showing up for work as a sloppy drunken mess.

You don't get fired for being too drunk to show up for work.

You do get fired if you show up for work, sober, but dare to question how your client was treated.

OK. I think I've got it. It's really just about the same as most work places in America.

So, I'm inspired, uplifted, and now we're off to the Doug Blasdell Foundation's fundraiser, where I'm terrified that Peeler might go Postal. Evidently I was not the only one who recognized the potential for trouble.

Nonetheless, Jackie goes outside with Peeler where they basically repeat the same conversation that they had in her office, when she fired him. (With a little Peeler geometry thrown in.) Triangles with intersecting lines notwithstanding, she is not going to apologize, he is still an idiot, only this time, he's way drunk, too. A drunken idiot.

"Fuck you" is not the best way to end a job interview.

OK. Now it's old. Peeler says he "does not plan on contacting Jackie Warner, ever again". (Isn't that what people say in front of a judge at a PFA hearing?) Why does this remind me of when Senator Larry Craig said he intended to resign, but didn't. I think we'll be seeing more of Peeler. One more time and he'll be her official stalker.

In spite of the drama at the fundraising auction, I hope that it will draw some attention to The Doug Blasdell foundation. If you'd like to contribute, please use the link.

Please read a whole recap, by Bad Machine, at AfterEllen.com.

Bravo's Workout Blogs

A previous post on this blog. In case you still think that I'm too hard on Jackie. Hmm. ...I said hard on Jackie...



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Even Madonna Is Hung Up On Grey Gardens

I've posted many times about Grey Gardens, the documentary film by the Maysle brothers, that uncovered another side of Camelot. The principles are the paternal aunt and cousin of Jackie Kennedy Onassis. Here's an earlier post that has links to further reading, if you're interested.
I don't have time to write about Jackie Warner, right now. My mother-in-law wants me to take her to the nursery for summer flowers and vegetable plants.


THE ORIGINAL TRAILER FOR GREY GARDENS






THIS IS THE BEST COSTUME FOR THE DAY

Go Gay In L.A!!

May 23,2008

UPDATE:

Voting is closed. KAREN AND JOANNE WON!!

Thanks to all who voted.

May 19, 2008





Radio Station Q94, in Richmond Virginia, is running a contest, which will send one lucky couple to California to get married.

I'd like to ask a favor of those readers so inclined. Could you please follow this link and vote for Karen and Joanne? Not only would it make them happy, but it's also fun to look at the other happy couples. You can rate all of the couples, just please, give Karen and Joanne a 10!





Look how cute! Karen authors a blog called, Earth to Karen.
(You can also follow a link to the contest from her blog.)

Thanks! I love you all, especially if you vote for Karen and Joanne!

Brian Peeler Speaks

May 18, 2008




Mark, from Reality Wanted, interviewed Brain Peeler after episode three, the one where he got fired. Is this picture adorable, or what?

The site also has links to Peeler's MySpace page and his PeelerBuilt website. (Last time I looked, it was under construction.)

I thought it was interesting, regarding the clothing issue, that Peeler said the trainers are private contractors. They pay Jackie to use the SkySport facilities.

I don't think that's how it works at the gym that I go to. In fact, I don't think anything at my gym even, ah, remotely resembles what goes on at SkySport. But one time, there was a kid who was hopping around the jogging track like a frog. I know that some newer training methods and some plyometrics can look a little strange, but when this guy finished his frog hopping, one of the old guys said, "What the hell are you training for? The circus?" I think I did see a little snickering among the staff that time.

Anyway, here's Peeler's interview. He's evidently getting a lot of support at MySpace too.

An Anonymous Client From Jackie Warner's SkySport

May 17, 2008

IF I WAS A CLIENT, I'D BE SINGING LIKE A CANARY!!


This is a comment, in it's entirety, that I received on the post: Leave Jackie Warner Alone! A lot of the points that are made, make sense. The genre, Reality Show, does not preclude staging by producers.

Remember how long the premiere of Season Three was delayed? The rumor, at the time, was that some of the scenes needed to be re shot. The players, themselves under contracts and confidentiality agreements, won't be able to let us know, at least for some time.

That's why Jamie Eason's comment, which was supposedly deleted from www.bodybuilding.com was so interesting. Although I had another comment disputing whether Jamie Eason had indeed written that. (Believe me, Jamie Eason, accomplished fitness professional that she is, does not want or need this kind of stoopidity. She is highly successful and well known, in her own right.)

I don't know. I only post this shit. I post, you decide.

From Anonymous:

I'm a client at sky sport and I wrote on another blog hoping to get heard.
Jackie made derogatory comments, not lisa. lisa apologized for making a comment but it wasnt mean.
The footage of jackie and lisa talking was filmed weeks later and they were instructed on what to say. The editors pieced it all together to make it look like they were taking about brian and client. The actual conversation was between started by jackie and a member of production in jackies office and lisa chimed in not saying anything bad. There is no footage on camera bc cameras were not present. The boyfriend entered room and told the 3 of them who jamie is. Lisa apologized for making any comment and tried to apologize for jackie. He wanted apology from jackie- herself. Jackie refused and has for the past 5/6 months- this was filmed in Nov or Dec 2007. In the interview w/ lisa, she apologized for comment even after boyfrind, jamie and peeler accepted apology . She couldve denied everything bc nothing was ever filmed. That scence that jackie and lisa are laughing & The firing scene was filmed a day later-notice how peeler doesnt mention lisa. jackie blamed lisa in her interview and evrywhere else because she is a low class woman, Lisa was never fired or talked to bc she never did anything wrong. Jamie Eason has personally stated that jackie did all the trash talking. Lisa is still friends with brian, which is even more obvious that she didnt do anything wrong or offensive. Even the part where she pretends to be listening to brian talking to the fund raise guy was scripted and the part where she tells jackie was scripted. None of it was real. I personally was there the day lisa and erika were talking in gym. Both were uncomfortable bc they were told what to say and couldnt be normal bc they are friends in real life. All of that greg plitt talk was fake to set up for the photo shoot. fake fake fake! Production people and jackie are scambling bc lisa told the truth. jackie puts all of the balme and pressure on lisa all of the time. Jackie has gone through at least 3 personal assistants and she doesnt even have one now bc no one can deal with her lies and rude behavior. I have been there for over 8 months and jackie is never at gym and never even says hello to me or any one unless she wants attention, lisa is there all day everyday w/a smile & hugs even when she is tired. She always walks in gym and says hello when she comes in. From what I see she is a perfectionist that isnt perfect- without her, jackie wouuld crumble. jackie bashed jamie and brian and never made any comments about breast cancer but she apologized for even making harmless comments. I'm proud of her and eventhough she is a joy and turned sky sport around in a postive way- something jackie hasnt been able to do in years. I will not be watching the show bc it doesnt show the trainers or lisa in the positve light that I see them everyday, but it shows jackies nasty, ungrateful way.

Thank you for sharing, Anonymous! I appreciate you, and all of the other people who have joined this discussion.

I love you all, but not like that!


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California Same Sex Marriage Rules!

May 17, 2008

A Challenge To California's Supreme Court Ruling? Bring It On!

The religious nutz have it all wrong. They should be on the other side of this argument, INSISTING that gay people marry and have their unions blessed by God. Is it that they prefer us to bed (and bathroom) hop, no strings attached, with no legal or financial obligations?

In arguments against same sex marriage, the nutz always argue that children need a two parent household. Many two parent households with children must continually wrangle the system to insure their children's legal status and well being. Questions of medical insurance and guardianship could be easily solved by the legal, civil agreement that we know as marriage. This could also have untold emotional benefits for millions of children who don't quite fit in, legally, to our antiquated system.

When a gay relationship ends, there has been no financial obligation from one party to the other. Marriage, and divorce, could unburden society from picking up the financial pieces by ordering spousal support. Why should the government have to provide food stamps, housing, and medical, if one partner is able to provide?

Pennsylvania State Senator Vincent J. Fumo, understanding the importance, that the religious wackos place on guarding the SANCTITY OF MARRIAGE, proposed to place a special amendment on a recent State Senate Bill (1250) that would define marriage in Pennsylvania as between one man, and one woman.

My man is a fucking genius!! Being the next logical step in the protection of marriage, his amendment would:

"outlaw the dissolution of most marriages in Pennsylvania," he said in a news release. That would mean there would be few legal ways for the divorce of a married couple, a man and a woman.

That's right! A law prohibiting divorce! Is there any better way to protect holy marriage?

Fumo had the Republican controlled PA State Senators by the balls. The bill was tabled on May 6, 2008. But, it did give him a chance to point out the absurdity of the marriage amendment for:

"taking away the rights of some citizens based on their sexual orientation".

If I were Fumo, I'd take it a step further and have laws prohibiting any sex outside of marriage, including masturbation, then enforce them!







"Pope Police! Hey! Stop that all that goddamn jacking off in there!!"




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California Supreme Court Rules Ban on Same Sex Marriage is Unconstitutional

May 15, 2008

AN EXCERPT FROM THE SUMMARY PORTION OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA'S SUPREME COURT'S DECISION ON SAME SEX MARRIAGE

...First, the exclusion of same-sex couples from the designation of marriage clearly is not necessary in order to afford full protection to all of the rights and benefits that currently are enjoyed by married opposite-sex couples; permitting same-sex couples access to the designation of marriage will not deprive opposite-sex couples of any rights and will not alter the legal framework of the institution of marriage, because same-sex couples who choose to marry will be subject to the same obligations and duties that currently are imposed on married opposite-sex couples. Second, retaining the traditional definition of marriage and affording same-sex couples only a separate and differently named family relationship will, as a realistic matter, impose appreciable harm on same-sex couples and their children, because denying such couples access to the familiar and highly favored designation of marriage is likely to cast doubt on whether the official family relationship of same-sex couples enjoys dignity equal to that of opposite-sex couples. Third, because of the widespread disparagement that gay individuals historically have faced, it is all the more probable that excluding same-sex couples from the legal institution of marriage is likely to be viewed as reflecting an official view that their committed relationships are of lesser stature than the comparable relationships of opposite-sex couples. Finally, retaining the designation of marriage exclusively for opposite-sex couples and providing only a separate and distinct designation for same-sex couples may well have the effect of perpetuating a more general premise - now emphatically rejected by this state - that gay individuals and same-sex couples are in some respects "second-class citizens" who may, under the law, be treated differently from, and less favorably than, heterosexual individuals or opposite-sex couples. Under these circumstances, we cannot find that retention of the traditional definition of marriage constitutes a compelling state interest. Accordingly, we conclude that to the extent the current California statutory provisions limit marriage to opposite-sex couples, these statutes are unconstitutional.

The full text (of the summary) can be found at the San Jose MercuryNews.com.

USA Today has an interesting chronology of the battle for gay rights.

Enjoy this small victory. Congratulate and thank each other for what we have done for civil rights. Remember those who have not lived to see this day.

Jodie Foster Split With Cydney Bernard??

Cydney, We Hardly Knew Ye!

May 14, 2008



A couple of different sources, including the Nat'l Enquirer, are reporting a possible split between Jodie Foster and long time partner Cydney Bernard. (They met during the filming of Sommersby.) Foster had only recently acknowledged, at least in public, her partner of 14 years, thanking Cydney at an awards ceremony last December.

This, according to GayWired.com:

Fiercely protective of her private life, Foster has forgone hiring household staff for fear her private life would be leaked to the public, The Daily Mail alleged, adding that she refuses to answer the telephone or to carry a mobile phone.

Hey! That sounds just like me. I don't answer the house phone and usually just can't find the cell. I wonder if Jodie leaves her sweaty gym clothes on the bathroom floor?

I'm going to go out on a limb and say that this is probably just a little lesbian tiff. You know, a little argument about who gets to be on top, or who was supposed to unload the dishwasher. Don't worry, they'll get over it. They have two kids to think about.

But, if this rumor turns out to be true, we can expect confirmation from Ms Foster in about, I'd say, about the year 2022.

Is it really a split if no one knows that you're together?


The New York Daily News

Celebrity Bitchy




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Jackie Warner is Workout's Biggest Loser

IT'S NOT WORKING OUT, AT LEAST FOR ME!

May 14, 2008

Does anyone else feel that Jackie Warner's SkyLab looks like an amateur, backyard version of "The Biggest Loser"?

Perhaps in competition with former business partner Jillian Michaels, Jackie intends to whip these overweight clients into some kind of shape. Or, if that's not possible, at least she can whip them verbally and psychologically.

Just remember this motto: Whatever happens, blame someone else! It may be the client's fault, the trainer's fault, or Bravo's fault through editing. Peeler's big mistake last week, which resulted in his firing, was that he only confronted her in order to make her look bad.

Too late, girl. You already look bad, all on your own.

Fitness training should be tailored to the individual, even at an elite level. Jackie has that "bootcamp", one size fits all, mentality. While bootcamps are questionable fitness tactics even for young, healthy, reasonably fit Marine recruits, Jackie finds value and admires someone who pukes, but keeps going. (She should meet my six month old nephew.)

In a "health club" setting, fitness goals, should be set, along with enough knowledge to set the client on a path towards lifelong health and fitness. Jackie wants results now. To hell with your health, she needs results by the end of Season 3!

Take it from someone who knows, from someone who has made fitness and physical activity part of my everyday life, you can't pursue a physically active lifestyle if you tear yourself down with permanent injuries. Life is a marathon, not a sprint!

I understand that our training philosophies are diametrically opposed. Perhaps I am wrong. But, if I were a trainer, here would be my objectives.

1. Build up the client's strenghth and stamina slowly and gradually. Encourage them to recognize and appreciate, even the smallest of gains. (On their lifelong journey, this will be the carrot, the reward.)

2. Teach a method for maintaining a fitness/diet plan for life, one that they can benefit from, and more importantly, live with. Help them plan for days, or weeks in their lives when they may "fall off the wagon". Suggest ways to avoid becoming a dropout stat, or ways to overcome inertia and get back on their plan.

3. Always reward, never berate! Look for the smallest positive action to accentuate. (It works, even with dogs!)

Humans are individuals. We all progress at our own rate, in our own way. We can glean bits of wisdom from many people and sources. Take what you need, leave what doesn't work for you.

The mean spirited part of me would like to see Warner taken into a boot camp that is way over her own fitness level and given the same treatment that she is so willing to dish out to others. Just as she likes to break down her recruits, I'm sure that she too, could be broken.

Excuse me now, I have to get to the gym.


A Post Script added thanks to an anonymous commenter who left this link. It references Jackie's relationship with Jillian Michaels. I appreciate all of the links in the comment section. Thanks!






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Survivor: Micronesia The Best Recap at AfterEllen

Malinda Lo has a great Survivor Finale recap w/discussion board at AfterEllen.com. The pictures alone are worth the trip.

My answer for Natalie Bolton's best line, from the best episode, from the best season of Survivor?

When Cirie was explaining to Natalie how she was to talk Eric into giving up his immunity necklace for tribal council, Natalie told Cirie, "I feel stupid even listening to this."

(Although it has been pointed out to me that Eliza's line, "It's just a fucking stick", will probably also go down as a classic.)

Go on!! Go to AfterEllen!



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Leave Jackie Warner Alone!!!

May 12, 2008


Wow! I am absolutely stunned by the backlash against Jackie Warner after last week's episode. (The one where the rude comments were made about Jamie Eason's breast implants and overheard by Ms Eason's boyfriend. Brian Peeler was subsequently fired after confronting Jackie about the remarks about his client.)

Evidently Gatorade has pulled product placement of its' Propel Fitness Water from the show after being contacted by many "former" fans..

Here's Gatorade's official letter. (One viewer wrote on the Bravo message boards that Propel's label is now blurred out of "Workout" reruns.)

On behalf of The Gatorade Company, we want to thank you for contacting us and sharing your concerns about the relationship Propel has with the TV show The Workout, specifically around the incident where one of Jackie Warner’s trainers makes a comment to Jackie about a client’s breasts. What made this exchange even more troubling was the discovery the woman being discussed is a breast cancer survivor.

We have watched the episode in question, and we too were surprised and saddened to see the conversations unfold between these trainers. Since this episode aired, we have heard from many viewers of The Workout who are also consumers of our product, and we understand and relate to your disappointment in what occurred.

We have notified Bravo we no longer wish to be associated with The Workout and will be pulling our commercials. Furthermore, we will not renew our sponsorship of this program in subsequent seasons. Please note, because this season’s episodes, and past seasons’ episodes, have already been filmed and edited, moving forward you may still continue to see Propel used in the show.

We take very seriously the concerns you have shared, and we understand why there is discomfort for our consumers with an association of Propel and The Workout, given the unfortunate events that unfolded during this week’s episode. We hope our immediate actions send a clear message to the community that we greatly value what you have to say, agree with your sentiments, and appreciate you taking the time to share your concerns with us.

Gerri
Gatorade Consumer Response

Personally, I have NEVER petitioned to remove a television/radio show, or to ban a book, or to have a product pulled from advertising. To me, it smacks of Religious Right Wing Nut tactics and I don't care for it. I'd prefer to let the market rule.

IF I DON'T LIKE A SHOW, I DON'T FUCKING WATCH IT! Sometimes I might take note of product sponsorship of a program that I dislike and then, I DON'T BY IT. (Here's an example: I had to tune out of the "Dickhead" Donato season of Big Brother. On the other hand, I come back for more of "Flipping Out" because Jeff is able to apologize, learn, and grow from his mistakes.)

Jackie Warner doesn't claim perfection, and much of her appeal has been her own journey of personal growth. I think Jackie Warner can win back some fans by perhaps using this as a learning experience, along with another apology.

Life is full of asking and receiving forgiveness from each other. Accepting an apology indicates as much maturity as offering one. Look at Lisa's apology, brimming with sincerity. Accept it and move on, like Peeler and Eason did!

I'd hate to lose the only Reality show starring a gay woman, plus, I want to see my Boys from L.A. Rag Mag who are friends with Jackie and crew and should be shown in some upcoming episodes!

I love you all, but not like that!

Am I wrong? Let me know. Leave a comment. Either the Bravo Boards are closed, or I am too stoopid to figure out how to post. If you want to rant, go ahead!



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Does Maggie Brooks Have A Gay Step-Son?

May 12, 2008

IS THIS MAGGIE BROOK'S STEP-SON?

Maggie Brooks, the Monroe County Executive, continues to have her panties in a big twist after Patricia Martinez and Lisa Golden won a huge victory for same sex marriage (on behalf of all of us) in the State of New York.

For the full story, please visit Pat Martinez's blog, Against the Grain. (She has a really fabulous archive on same sex marriage that chronicles the entire struggle and includes info on the upcoming LOGO special that will feature her and Lisa.)

For the life of me, I can't figure out upon what grounds same sex marriage should be denied. Just as puzzling is the fact that Maggie Brooks could fight against something that could affect one of her own family members.

Looks to me like this guy probably got his job through Maggie Brook's connections. Isn't Rochester Regional Transit directly under Maggie's management? Naw, I can see from Bobbie's spelling that he was probably an English major.

Nepotism goes directly to political ethics. Perhaps the County Legal Department should spend more time investigating ethics within the County Administration and less time finding ways to deny civil rights to citizens.






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Survivor: Micronesia, Parvati Wins! And The Best Reward Challenge Video with Joel And Chet

May 12, 2008

PARVATI SHALLOW WINS THE MILLION

Survivor Micronesia had to have been the best Survivor evAH! The Women's alliance was absolutely masterful in taking down the men, one by one. Cirie, again the genius behind so many bold, masterful moves, did not win, but her play was once again something to behold.

This season almost had something for every Lesbian. Not only did it have Ami Cusack, the "out" fan favorite pictured on the right,
but lesbian undertones between Parvati Shallow, the Million Dollar winner, and Natalie Bolton, that were finally verbalized in the final episode. Don't you just love it when straight women start that flirting?

I don't think that Survivor will ever have a more surprising, brilliant season.

A Little Post Script: For those of you who are hitting this blog by searching Natalie/Lesbian, YOU TELL ME!!

I've already admitted to being gaydar deficient, but even I, couldn't miss that.

And speaking of Natalie Bolton: Natalie had the best line, in the best episode, in the best season. Leave me a comment and tell me what you think I'm referring to.

I've also asked Natalie to leave a comment. We'll see.

This is the clip that I think will go down in Survivor history as the most memorable challenge. Every time I see this I crack up. Please note: Chet was not harmed, at least not permanently, during this challenge.

Premise: Joel and Chet are tethered together, as are Parvoti and Lisa. The men have one minute to chase down the girls and pull their flag. Chet has a little trouble keeping up. To get an idea of why the men lost this season, just watch how this caveman finesses around the obstacle course!









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DC Madam - Deborah Jeanne Palfrey - Suicide My Ass

Here's a link to an earlier post on this blog about the DC Madam.





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Memo To White Sox's Fans re. Blow Up Doll Cheering Section

May 10, 2008

Subject: Leave your Naked Blow-up dolls, with bats shoved up the ass at home.

Please DO NOT bring naked blow up dolls to the ball park, either as a show of support, or even just to have a little fun, as per Ozzie Guillen's memo.

White Sox Manager, Joe Guillen, quoted on MLB.com's website:

"One thing we did was keep it in private," Guillen said. "I'm going to tell those White Sox fans, 'Please, don't bring those dolls to the park. Please, we have kids here.'

"I don't think it's good for the image of the game. There are a lot of kids watching the game."

Guillen continued to shy away from saying his players made a mistake with this display, which was positioned in the White Sox clubhouse in Toronto. He added that the level of clubhouse fun won't be dialed down after this mishap.

"We're going to be the same, but we got to be careful about what we do," Guillen said. "Some people like stuff. Some don't."

Yeah, yeah, that's it! Be more careful with stuff.


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Jackie Warner, Jamie Eason, Brian Peeler, It Just Got Better!

May 10, 2008

CHECK OUT WHO JACKIE WARNER DISSED

I should have known that things are always more complicated than they seem, especially with Jackie Warner.

The woman who was training with Brian Peeler, the woman whose boyfriend overheard the rude, catty, comments coming out of Jackie Warner's office about her breast implants, was the very well known fitness model, Jamie Eason. (Mea culpa. I love the sport of bodybuilding but have not followed it since Cory Everson.)

Of course! Now it makes sense. Jamie Eason, whose body is more perfect than Jackie's, who is even more well know in the world of fitness, might upstage our girl. And, who brought her into SkySport? Peeler!! He talked her into coming in for a workout. Talk about pissing off the boss!

Now, it even gets better. Jamie Eason wrote this post on her site at www.bodybuilding.com, but it was deleted. Thanks to an anonymous reader who copied the text and posted it as a comment on this blog, here is Jamie Eason's post regarding the incident.


From bodybuilding.com, before it got deleted:

Originally Posted by JamieEason
First off, I was training and Peeler almost made me throw up, so yes, I probably didn't look my best. He had me doing crazy plyos and inverted sit-ups on an exercise ball, holding my legs.

Second of all, Jackie was the one who was doing the trash talking and Lisa chimed in. If you go to Bravo's site, she completely denies ever saying anything. She is extremely unprofessional. She never even acknowledged, not during or after the incident. That was my first and last time to ever train there. I only went on the show as a favor to Brian Peeler. To say that she didn't know who I was seems absurd since I had to sign off to even appear on the show. I do not have a trainer and haven't had one years. It is really unfortunate that they used that incident to fire Peeler.

Thank you to those who have shown their support on the site and on my myspace. I really appreciate it!

There are so many video clips of Jamie Eason on YouTube, it was really hard to pick one. She also made a video clip regarding her breast augmentation surgery. She is gorgeous, and seems totally adorable in interviews. After being on "Workout," if she didn't already have a big lesbian following, she will now. Enjoy!




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Apology Letters From Jackie Warner and Lisa

COMPARE AND CONTRAST. ONE OF THESE THINGS IS NOT LIKE THE OTHER.


Seriously, I have to reprint this apology letter from Jackie Warner's Bravo blog. Jackie Warner has sent it around to enough people to put it in the public domain category.

To clear up a couple of things from last night's episode.



I did not make a derogatory remark about Brian Peelers client on camera or off-camera. The only reason he tried to bring it up to me on camera is to villainise me and set me up for something I didn't do.



Lisa did not know this woman had cancer and made a comment about her breasts which she apologized for. I have dealt with cancer personally as well as watched my mother struggle with it so I am very sensitive about this disease.



I have been employed in the past and in a million years would not have behaved the way Brian behaved with me. I can't imagine raising my voice or refusing to leave my boss' office when asked politely to do so. I feel totally justified in firing him. I have always personally disliked him but was forced to continue to employ him because he was chosen by the producers for the show. Please remember that this is a show and that 90% of the beautiful and inspiring work we did was left on the cutting room floor. The producers decided (regrettably) to create through editing a very different and what I think a very negative show.



This season is not in any way a reflection of what I or SkySport represents. I have spent a great part of my life trying to heal and am just as floored as you, the viewers, by the negative editing.



On a lighter note, I thought Erica looked beautiful during her shoot and it was a great self-esteem builder. Gregg B and Deenie are just not fitting! SkyLab is challenging and getting off to a rocky start but some powerful changes are yet to come.



Thank you-



Jackie Warner

CONTRAST THE ABOVE LETTER WITH THIS ONE FROM LISA

Here is Lisa's blog from Bravo. Now this, is what a credible, believable, sincere apology looks like. Nice job, Lisa. If I were Jamie I would totally accept this apology:

Unless you’re some kind of saint, you’ve probably at one time or another said or done something unkind. Maybe out of fear, envy, greed or pettiness, you’ve dumped on somebody you shouldn't have. Well, folks -- I did just that. I made the following comments about Jamie Eason: (1) I questioned if she had breast implants because they were very perky and perfect. I remember looking down at my aging boobs and thought about considering implants, and (2) I questioned who she was in general because she was doing some hard-core workout with Brian. That is all I said … PERIOD! I totally owned up to it and personally apologized to Jamie, her boyfriend, and Peeler. I apologized for the exact words I used immediately after her boyfriend walked out of the office. Her boyfriend was totally cool and understood, but wanted an apology from Jackie and not on behalf of her, as he overheard her making comments as well. I believe Jamie and Peeler wanted the same, which is why he confronted Jackie in her office. My “confessional” was emotional and overwhelming because I felt so bad for what I said even after I made amends. At that time I also learned that my sister who is suffering from systemic Lupus and attempted suicide, and my hair was coming out in clumps due to stress.

I have suffered the repercussions of my actions and if the blame wants to be placed on me, then so be it. The best thing about the situation is that I got ”love” back from Jamie and Peeler. As manager of the gym and medical facility, I make mistakes -- BIG OL' BURLY ones! The best thing about a mistake is the ability to OWN up to it and learn from it. If you don’t, then that says something about your lack of character. Since the event, I have spoken to many high profile business people in Beverly Hills and have taken their advice on how to handle the situation. I learned that it isn’t uncommon for things like this to happen, but it is rare that people take full responsibility for it and not blame others.

Yes, it was immature. Yes, yes, yes. Guilty as charged! So I’m totally prepared for the butt-whipping, nasty words and hate mail. Bring it on, as I deserve it.

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JACKIE WARNER'S APOLOGY TO FANS, DOESN'T QUITE 'WORKOUT'

IT'S LIKE AN APOLOGY, ONLY DIFFERENT

Not all of the heat that comes Jackie Warner's way is of the "pants on fire" variety. Her handling of the Brian Peeler situation has caused even some of her most loyal fans to throw in their Workout Necklaces.

While Brian Peeler was training a client, snide, really mean, remarks about how awful her boob job looked, were overheard by the woman's boyfriend, who was sitting right outside of Jackie's office. The boyfriend then confronted Jackie and her assistant, Lisa, telling them that his girlfriend was a breast cancer survivor who had endured reconstruction. Of course, Jackie apologized and tried to smooth things over with the boyfriend.

Upon hearing about the incident, Peeler was understandable angry and upset. He wanted to talk to Jackie about it. She refused to talk to him, saying that the situation had been handled.

I think that, as owner, she had an obligation to address Peeler's concerns and questions. Had I been the trainer, I would have been absolutely mortified to think that my client was aware of derogatory remarks about her physical appearance. Period. Cancer, or no cancer. What kind of atmosphere is fostered when people have to fear physical ridicule emanating from the owner's office?

So, Jackie refused. Peeler insisted. Jackie fired Peeler.

Peeler is better off. I don't think that I could work as a trainer where I was unable to trust the owner not to embarrass me like that.

The Boys at L.A. RAG MAG (who I am totally friends with.) have Jackie's written apology on their website. Especially telling is this one sentence:

"I have always personally disliked him but was forced to continue to employ him because he was chosen by the producers for the show."

Well that completely explains why she would allow her assistant to ridicule a client. Certain justification to deny meeting with an employee who was looking for an explanation.

That would also explain why she gave him the bum's rush from her office when he wanted to sit in on the meeting with Doug's best friend. It was almost as if she intentionally wanted to embarrass him.

Go read her letter at L.A. RAG MAG. (who I am totally friends with.) See what you think about her apology.

Oh, and please leave them a comment. You know Jackie Warner will be reading their blog.


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White Sox Blow Up Doll Ritual Doesn't Work. They're Still Losers

OVERBLOWN? PERHAPS THE DOLLS, BUT NOT THE STORY.

(White Sox Manager, Ozzie Guillen)

The Chicago White Sox baseball team was in a slump. After an 0-6 road trip, Sox management needed something special to break the cycle.

Athletic motivation is a whole science and industry unto itself. There are Psychologists and motivational professionals who specialize in working with athletes to help them focus, excel, and perform at ever higher levels.

White Sox management, no stranger to the latest methodology in sports management and wanting only the best for the team's emotional and psychological well being, brought in BLOW UP DOLLS. (Actually, speculation is that they were brought in by one of the players.) That still does not excuse any of the behavior that followed.

That's right. FEMALE BLOW UP DOLLS. Two of them, to be exact. The dolls were placed in the Rogers Centre visitors' locker room surrounded by bats, before last Sunday' home game. Using the bats on the dolls was supposed to break the offensive batting jinx. I know that you might be a little shocked right now, but try to bear with the story for the sake of learning about athletic management, male bonding, and team inspiration.

While there is not yet a manual on exactly how to "use" a bat against a woman, the White Sox are working on it.

One bat was reportedly shoved up the backside of one doll in order to prop it up. The other was adorned with a sign reading, "You've got to push!"

Just as shocking as the incident, is the reaction from the team's Manager, Ozzie Guillen, who has pointed out that he will not apologize. He is quoted in the Chicago Sun-Times as saying:

"It was blown out of proportion," Guillen said. "Baseball's changed a lot. They used to say, ‘Whatever happens in the clubhouse stays in the clubhouse.'

"We weren't trying to disrespect anybody or hurt anybody. We were just trying to have fun. A lot of people took it the wrong way."

Yeah, the wrong way. If you shove a bat up a woman's ass, while beating her with another bat, some people could take that the wrong way. They were just trying to have fun?

Sports writers and talk show hosts have also felt the need to defend the team's actions. Bert Blyleven thinks that the media should have more respect for team privacy. Bert says:

"There used to be a saying in each clubhouse. It says, 'What you say here, what you hear here, when you leave here, that it stays here,'" Blyleven said. "It's a shame that doesn't happen anymore."

See? It's just a fucking shame that anyone would find anything wrong with this. I'm fucking ashamed of my own fucking self for even bringing this up. Now I feel stupid and small. WTF is wrong with me?

Now. Let me give this the diversity test.

1. What if we tried to raise morale by beating around a Latino doll?

2. A Mathew Shephard likeness?

3. An African-American doll?

4. Animal blow-ups, anyone?

5. Likenesses of small children?

Why in the fuck is it ok to violate and beat a likeness of a woman? How is that good for team spirit and moral? What makes this acceptable in a work environment? Did not one man object? Not one?

White Sox General Manager Kenny Williams see it a little differently:

"I don't view this as a boys being boys-type issue," he said. "I view this as boys being a little bit careless and a little bit irresponsible."

And, except for that little bit of a sorry excuse, a totally lame apology from management, I don't see one man speaking out about this?

I gave up on men a long time ago, but I do hope that the men and women who are defending these actions (yes, there are some women) will come to their senses. The fans need to take this team to task on this one. If not the fans, then the city. They play, after all, in a taxpayer subsidized stadium.

Oh, BTW, after the blow up doll ritual, they still lost to the Blue Jays, 1-0. Maybe next time they could fuck the doll a little harder, or beat her more soundly. Gang rape and bludgeoning, done correctly, as everyone knows, will usually remove a batting jinx.



There was another little bit that I picked up on. In defense of this, someone stated that the dolls were not labeled, or made to have any one's likeness. That's too obvious. I'm going to bet that they had in mind a woman sports reporter, or two. We'll see.

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Blogging Birthday

INSTEAD OF PAJAMAS, I'M WRITING THIS IN MY BLOGGING BIRTHDAY SUIT!

There is a milestone within the Blogging Community that matters. That counts. Much as I counted my early days of sobriety, first as hours, then days, months, I am finally able to mark one year as a Blogger.

Now, I didn't say that I was a good Blogger, but I'm proud that if nothing else, I've been able to put together 313 posts. Some of it is OK, some of it I look at, wondering if I really wrote it. But the point is that we all have a voice, one that is so easily shared worldwide, that the potential for how this has and will effect the world is unlimited.

Most rewarding have been the virtual friends that I've acquired. I admire so many Blogs that it's hard to keep up with how prolific you all are, but I am always astounded by the talent, creativity, and wealth of information and ideas that Bloggers present.

Behind the idea for this small post is the Blog, Malaysia 101. It made me think about how valuable even the smallest voice can be on the Internet, how important we all are. I left a comment, which may not post for some time, because of the time difference, but I left it from my heart.



a little side note: I'm leaving on a little trip. Combining my Blogging with pleasure, I'm headed up to Kwame Kilpatrick territory to do a little fact finding of my own. Then, our family has three new babies that can't wait to meet Antie AskaLesbian!! I can't wait either.

Are Blogging expenses tax deductible?


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Dr. Randy Pausch-The Last Lecture? Only Perhaps.

May 01, 2008


Pompeii, lay totally buried in volcanic ash after Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 AD, forgotten until it was discovered in 1739 by workmen who were preparing to build a palace for the King of Naples.

The literal and sudden snuffing of a well ordered civilization, estimated at 20,000 people, captured a complete moment in archaeological time. That day is on 'permanent pause' allowing for endless study and contemplation.

Among the millions of artifacts to be studied, or just pondered, are Latin inscriptions. Whether formally carved, painted, or scrawled by "lower class" graffiti artists, the inscriptions alone have spawned entire academic industries. Latin signage continues worldwide today, even though the language is dead.

Among the political, the nods to gods and goddesses, the mundane, profane, and even erotic, there was one inscription that was quite common. Above many doorways in the ancient city, was found a little reminder of life's unpredictability. It read:

ULTIMA FORSAN

The literal translation is: "Perhaps the last", but the metaphoric is as endless, as it is timeless.

Here is a clip from ABC and "The Last Lecture" of Dr. Randy Pausch. A remarkable man battling pancreatic cancer, his Last Lecture, a tradition at Carnegie Mellon University, has been featured and lauded worldwide. This is only a little snippet. If you're interested, there is so much more, and hopefully more to come.

The Last Lecture? Perhaps the last. Then again, perhaps not!





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