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A bigger cast than ever hits town behind the most recent season of the hit show. Shirtless studs, memorable moments from the broadcasts, as well as new choreography special to this tour, are sure to have you rumba- and cha-cha-cha- ing all the way home.
Don’t fill up on champagne too early. Your New Year’s Eve party is just getting started with this singular post-midnight concert. How about an afterparty recalling the wacky and wonderful band that was weird even for the 80s? This tribute band is going to ‘Stop Making Sense,’ and you’re going to love it.
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If you’re looking for a new Fab Five, because of course you are, the men of Atlanta band Social are worth a look. These indie-pop princes strike just the right note for a New Year’s Day concert you can sit back and enjoy. Friday, Jan. 1, 7 p.m. • Vinyl • facebook.com/events/1104025792965449/ • centerstage-atlanta.com
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Speaking of legendary local lesbians, none come bigger or better than this dynamic duo. Amy Ray and Emily Saliers come together and weave more of their sweet harmony magic for the hometown crowd, this time to benefit the Save the Libraries campaign.
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RESOLUTION Commit.
by Mike Fleming
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urtling toward another year convinced that turning the calendar means turning over a new leaf? Expect these New Year’s resolution twists, turns, bumps and byways to making a better you.
Promises to your self can be the mo st dif ficult to keep key is to be reali . The stic. Pick one go al, not several, an down into doable d break it pieces. Star t wi th an easier miniGoal No. 1 by Ap step as ril, the next step by August, etc.
Gay men can slack and give ourselves too many breaks, while alternately being too hard on ourselves at the same time. Neither of those is good for making a resolution stick. Lasting change follows a well-worn path, from initial “Commit to it,” all the way to “Fuck it” or “Keep it.” Ready? Set. Go!
Fantasize.
about how awesome life Visualization is a great tool. Daydream ific. What does it look spec be and is with your new behavior, think small-and-growing. and feel like? Again, be realistic and
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New You is worth an investment. Buy a book about your resolved area of interest, or splurge on a fun accessor y to complement the new you. Then put it to good use: A headful of technique and cute workou t gear aren’t exercise.
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Roadblocks.
Self-doubt is going to happen. You can and should admit it so you can plan for it. Be ready to nip negative thoughts in the bud and force yourself not to wallow in the mire.
EVOLUTION Before your resolution is second nature, permanent habits are made by a series of decisions. Force it even when you don’t feel like it. Remind yourself that you’ll be glad you did it, and get off your ass. Then celebrate that you did.
Rewards.
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Now comes the fun part. Every time you resist a cigarette or forego dessert, or improve your performance at the gym, celebrate. Mindfully acknowledging success trades hard work with positive feelings. Mark every progress and enjoy it.
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Keep it, Tweak it, or Fuck it.
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TOP 15s FOR ‘15 by Buck Cooke
THE YEAR IN MUSIC EARNS ONE MORE GLANCE BACK WITH OUR TOP 15 LISTS FOR 2015. CHECK THESE GAY CHARTS FOR THE 15 BEST SONGS, ALBUMS AND PARTY TRACKS. 15 BEST ALBUMS This year saw some stunningly well-made albums, running the gamut from country to EDM and pure pop. Some of these albums may not have been on everyone’s lips, but they should have been. Darlene Love was finally able to come out of the shadows and into the spotlight after a full career as a background singer (in her 70s!) and Ryan Adam’s song-by-song rock cover of Taylor Swift’s “1989” album was sublimely perfect. In our world of track-by-track downloads, it’s refreshing to find artists still making a collection of songs that form a cohesive body of work.
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ur Top 15 lists for the year that was run a gamut of musical moments, including big splashes from icons like Madonna, Janet, and Reba; big blasts from Ellie Goulding, the Weeknd, and Maroon 5; genre-changing collections from Don Henley (from rock to country) and, in a way, Justin Bieber (from pop to EDM).
Of course, it includes the universal musical moment that dominated the end of the year, Adele. But that’s just the tip of the iceberg.
“1989” Ryan Adams
“Emotion” Carly Rae Jepsen
“25” Adele
“Introducing Darlene Love” Darlene Love
“Purpose” Justin Bieber “Piece By Piece” Kelly Clarkson “The Desired Effect” Brandon Flowers “I Cry When I Laugh” Jess Glynne “Cass County” Don Henley “Unbreakable” Janet Jackson
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“Rebel Heart” Madonna “Love Somebody” Reba McEntire “Deja Vu” Giorgio Moroder “Beauty Behind the Madness” The Weeknd “Communion” Years and Years
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TOP 15 SONGS OF 2015 2015 saw some huge dance anthems that took the world by storm, tender ballads that warmed the heart, and panty droppers for getting busy. Adele slayed the competition, Janet and Missy set the world on fire, and Ed Sheeran extolled the virtues of capturing time (and feelings!) with photographs. Here are 15 of the best, from the genredefining to the genre-defying. “Hello” Adele
“Black Magic” Little Mix
“Photograph” Ed Sheeran
“What Do You Mean” Justin Bieber
“Ghosttown” Madonna
“Hold My Hand” Jess Glynne
“Lean On” Major Lazer and DJ Snake featuring MO
“I Can’t Feel My Face When I’m With You” The Weeknd
“On My Mind” Ellie Goulding “How Deep Is Your Love” Calvin Harris and Disciples “Where Are U Now”” Jack U featuring Justin Bieber “BURNITUP!” Janet Jackson featuring Missy Elliott
“Sugar” Maroon 5 “Deja Vu” Giorgio Moroder featuring Sia “Runnin’ (Lose It All)” Naughty Boy featuring Beyoncé and Arrow Benjamin
15 BEST PARTY TRACKS As you wrap up the year and get ready for all that 2016 has to offer, don’t forget to rock out to these essential dance tracks from the past year. Even when they’re not musical moments that will endure forever and ever, who can forget the joy you felt dancing at a club, belting out the chorus in the shower, or car-dancing at a traffic light to these great songs? “Wanna Live” AVAN LAVA “Can’t Deny My Love” Brandon Flowers “I’ll Be There” Chic featuring Nile Rodgers “Want to Want Me” Jason Derulo “Be Right There” Diplo and Sleepy Tom “Omen” Disclosure featuring Sam Smith “Show Me Love” Sam Feldt featuring Kimberly Anne 26 | 12.30.15
“Turn the Music Louder (Rumble)” KDA featuring Tinie Tempah and Katy B. “Ghost Town” Adam Lambert “Cool For the Summer” Demi Lovato “Bitch I’m Madonna” Madonna featuring Nicki Minaj “This Summer” Maroon 5 vs. Alesso “Black and White” Kylie Minogue and Garibay
“The Other Boys” NERVO featuring Kylie Minogue, Jake Shears and Nile Rodgers “Glitterball” Sigma featuring Ella Henderson
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film
CAPTAIN AMERICA: CIVIL WAR
Superheroic New Year by Elijah Sarkesian
BATMAN V SUPERMAN, CAPTAIN AMERICA V IRON MAN, SUICIDE SQUAD, X-MEN AND MORE BOX OFFICE CHALLENGERS, REBOOTS AND MASHUPS HAVE GAY FANS LOOKING FORWARD TO A BLOCKBUSTER 2016.
DEADPOOL (Feb. 12) Technically, Ryan Reynolds’ Deadpool has already appeared on screen—kinda. Reynolds played the Merc with a Mouth in X-Men Origins: Wolverine. That version was bad, so the foul-mouthed, fourth-wall-breaking pansexual superhero called it out in one of the funniest campaigns ollywood certainly outdid itself with blockbusters in 2015. of 2015. Now the Deadpool team is pushing on its R ratJurassic World had the biggest opening weekend of all ing, so expect something a lot more wild than the typical time, only for Star Wars: The Force Awakens to snatch the superhero film. record with $238 million in December.
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BATMAN V SUPERMAN: DAWN OF JUSTICE (Mar. 27) In the battle for superhero supremacy, DC Comics gets out first with Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice. Superman is the target of Batman’s wrath after the destruction of Metropolis in 2013’s Man of Steel, which has also created havoc in neighboring Gotham City. Ben Affleck becomes the latest Batman, while Wonder Woman and Aquaman make big-screen debuts. If the subtitle doesn’t make it So how to top this massive year? Beloved superheroes fight- clear, the film opens the door to a bigger DC team-up: ing each other! OK, it’s more than that, but do get ready for 2017’s Justice League. studios to start cranking out more of what they think you love, at a much quicker rate. CAPTAIN AMERICA: CIVIL WAR (May 6) Some may turn out as mere cash grabs, but the trend toward Not content to let DC get the most major superheroes in a superheroes and anti-heroes also means that plenty of familiar single film, Marvel brings in nearly every Avenger, past and present, to side with either Captain America or Iron Man on faces – alongside a few new ones — will pop up on screen. an incredibly divisive issue. Civil War also adds a couple of We’ve picked out 10 that we’re looking forward most to see- new heavy hitters like Black Panther and Spider-Man. ing in the New Year.
Even before those two came out, there were plenty of hits at the box office, and gay moviegoers were all over the abundance of good movies this year. Several sequels were expected successes (Avengers: Age of Ultron, Furious 7), and a few were surprise smashes (Mad Max: Fury Road, Pitch Perfect 2). Even some literary adaptations (The Martian) and original concepts (Inside Out) were bigger hits than anyone expected.
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X-MEN: APOCALYPSE
FANTASTIC BEASTS AND WHERE TO FIND THEM
SUICIDE SQUAD
GHOSTBUSTERS
X-MEN: APOCALYPSE (May 27)
SUICIDE SQUAD (Aug. 5)
GHOSTBUSTERS (July 15) Paul Feig, the director of Bridesmaids, The Heat and Spy, brings back together Kristen Wiig and Melissa McCarthy, along with Saturday Night Live stars Kate McKinnon and Leslie Jones. With the original film’s cast making appearances, and Chris Hemsworth as the new secretary, there’s plenty here to love.
FANTASTIC BEASTS AND WHERE TO FIND THEM (Nov. 18) Do you miss the Harry Potter series? Don’t worry; J.K. Rowling is writing a new series of films that return to the Wizarding World. Newt Scamander (Eddie Redmayne) arrives at the Magical Congress of the United States of America in 1926, and the search for dangerous creatures that escape from Newt’s magically expanding briefcase.
STAR TREK BEYOND (July 22)
ROGUE ONE: A STAR WARS STORY (Dec. 16)
The X-Men team behind First Class and Days of Future Past return with a trip to the ‘80s in X-Men: Apocalypse. Professor X and Raven lead a group planning to stop the first mutant, the immortal Apocalypse, from destroying mankind. But Apocalypse has a team of his own known as the Four Horsemen, which includes Magneto and Storm.
The third film in the current Star Trek series coincides with the 50th anniversary of the original television series. And it includes one of the major parts of the TV series: the five-year mission. Chris Pine, Zachary Quinto and the crew are on the final frontier when they get stranded on a planet facing a ruthless new villain played by Idris Elba.
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In a year full of superhero brawls, teams and mashups, Suicide Squad brings together a slew of antiheroes. Fan favorite Harley Quinn makes her big-screen debut among villains promised reduced jail time in exchange for performing high-risk jobs. The team targets the Joker, played by Jared Leto in what promises to be a completely unhinged take on the iconic character.
Star Wars fans have always waited for years between films. That’s over. A year after The Force Awakens, the spinoff Rogue One: A Star Wars Story introduces standalone films into the mix. First up is a look at a young Han Solo’s mission to steal the plans for the original Death Star. With a heavy-hitting film team led by director Gareth Edwards, expect something a lot different from any other Star Wars film. Including zero Jedi.
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Which condom are you? by Dustin Shrader
YOU’VE HEARD NO GLOVE, NO LOVE. BUT NOW WE STOP TO CONSIDER WHAT THE CONDOM YOU CHOOSE SAYS ABOUT YOU. LAY BACK, RELAX AND COME ALONG AS WE STROKE, STROKE, STROKE. STROKE EM CONDOM STYLE. Just like the D itself, condoms come in all colors, shapes, sizes and yes, even personalities. But which wrap properly reflects you? Are you the overtly sensitive type? The big man on campus? Or the wild ’n’ out party animal? Whether you’re one, none or all the above, there’s plenty of product for everyone. Rip the seal on our condom guide to find out. And always remember, “it will be sweeter if you wrap your peter.” ALL AMERICAN BOY A tale as old as time, you can never go wrong with the standard. One’s Classic Select is pure, thin but not too thin, snug but not too tight and properly lubricated. If you’re the straight-forward type who likes to keep things simple, this round-wrapped hat is just right.
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RISK TAKER The risk taker. The wild child who just doesn’t give a damn about anything but unadulterated ecstasy. Trojan’s Natural Lamb doesn’t keep the STDs at bay as well, but it does provide that skin-to-skin-feeling intimacy for the guy who wants a barrier but also wants to feel it all. MR. SENSITIVE Ribs, spirals, studs, twists and turns. Textured rubbers designed for the randy Mad Hatter in mind. Inspiral, Pleasure Plus and Okamoto Beyond Seven Studded are all equipped to tease, tickle and rivet the rosebud while simultaneously pleasuring the shaft. Take Bae to Wonderland. THE MINIMALIST Less is more. Ultra-thin condoms are for the guy who likes to practice comfort without sacrificing safety. The hottest, thinnest membrane on the market right now is the Kimono Micro Thin, ideal for revealing all of the au naturel sensations. UP FOR ANYTHING Ah, a cultured man who liberally enjoys the spice of life. With a variety pack you get a buffet of safety, bursting with color, flavor, texture and more. A grown man’s candy land, Durex or Trojan Variety deliver all the goods, satisfying every taste few and far between. WARM ‘HEARTED’ Brrrr, baby its cold outside. Durex Fetherlite Warming condoms cozy up all the orifices for your chilly winter nights. For both partners who like to feel the heat, this lubricated condom warms immediately on contact. MAGIC XXL If you’re one of the lucky ones packing serious meat, be proud and don’t sweat it. You can still get your safety on with Trojan Magnum XLs. These big boys for big boys provide what you need without the stretching ripping and bunching guys of size can experience. davidatlanta.com | 37
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music sucks @NickJonas Try and hire some better writers. How tacky to try to get gay people to like your music when you’re str8. Just be you and stfu. Let the music speak bitch.” And the reason for this column: “@NickJonas just needs to die. Just fucking die.” WHAT IS WRONG WITH PEOPLE? These snippets go on and on and on. Now, I’m not an idiot. I realize these comments are the result of unhappy/jealous individuals with too much time on their hands. Where do we draw the line, though?
What is wrong with people? by Dustin Shrader
THE MODERN WORLD SEEMS TO SPIN ON ITS AXIS FASTER WHEN NEW HATE GOES VIRAL. G A Y/ Q U E E R BAITING. For those who aren’t in the know, the term refers to “the practice of television shows and movies putting in gay subtext, stirring up interest with queer fans, then pulling a NO HOMO, MAN on the viewers.” At least, that is the classic definition. As we have come to witness in 2015, gay baiting took to the streets literally. Young hotties such as boneable star Nick Jonas and his older brother Joe pander to gay fans by hitting up an LGBT hotspot, ‘gramming a nearly naked selfie or even portraying a gay character on 48 | 12.30.15
Yes, gaybaiting is wrong for numerous reasons. It makes a mockery of LGBT people’s sexuality, further enables teasing, derails equal rights progress, exploits the innocent, and so forth. Yet the backlash vehicle occupied by unnecessary language won’t further educate and spread awareness. The modern world seems to spin on its axis faster when new hate goes viral. Hatred merely stems from misunderstanding and simply not knowing any better.
This conversation is much bigger than the superficiality of whether Nick’s form of publicity is right or wrong. We should instead be gabbing about why as a “community” we gay men demand kindness, love and respect, only to be some of the last television. All of which culminates in a sots who can’t be bothered gifting these thirst trap sure to drought the same-sex sentiments first. side of their mass audience. WE ARE BITCHES. You know it, and I And thirst they do. However, there are a know it. We are entitled. Whether you’re few out there whose tongues aren’t wag- #teamNick, #teamHate or like a myriad of ging for a drop of JoBro booty. So much folks who straddle the hashtags because so, they have taken to the internet, unsur- you can’t make up your mind, we all could prisingly, to threaten voice concern. I have use a reality check. read post after post via all the platforms, ranging from the moderately intelligent to So do we hush up and continue to supsheer batshit crazy. Ludicrous comments port the unattainable straight stars or do calling for Nick’s head (no, not the smaller we keep up the bashing until we live in a one); I am sure a few would get oral with world where no shirtless Nick Jonases that one as well. barhop gay clubs and pose all abtastic on magazine covers? Take a gander at this nice gem for consideration: To bait or not to bait… ”Hey @NickJonas We don’t need you Reach David Atlanta’s associate edishowing up to gay clubs or taking your tor Dustin Shrader at dustin@davidatshirt off to sell music. We’ll decide on lanta.com. a human level whats good. PS. Your
the D list David Atlanta’s weekly list of truths all gay men have come to know
You’re talking on the phone while lounging on the equipment.
Snapping more selfies in the mirror than working out.
Excessive staring. Creeper.
Spandex is not outerwear. Ever. And shirts without sides when you don’t have the body for it.
Ignoring last night’s trick as if he doesn’t exist; a nod or grin is the least you can do.
Matching boyfriend outfits. No.
Gossiping while lounging on the machines like you’re the only two queens who matter.
Stopping to adjust your playlist every 15 seconds is not working out.
10 signs you’re new to the gym, or just doing it wrong
Screamers. It is not that bad. Breathe.
Hogging: you on one bench, your Starbucks on another, gloves and towel draped over yet another.
Next time on The D List: 10 ways you can tell that it’s really, truly and at long last love. Got one? Write mike@domvidatlanta.com, and we’ll consider publishing it. 50 | 12.30.15
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10TH & PIEDMONT Half Price Happy Hour Menu 5-7pm BLAKE’S TGIF with Doug & Brent 3-9pm • “Deadly Vixens” Drag Show 11pm • Bill Berdeaux Spins Street Level BURKHART’S FEMME FATALE with Destiny Brooks and Justice Taylor at 11PM CLUB RUSH “Got Leche” Free entry until 11pm 18 & up - Open until 4am EAGLE DJ Dance Party FELIX’S Pour It On Me Rock Party w/DJ Darlene and our Sexy Shot Bois- 10pm FRIENDS Happy Time Friday Kelly & Ken 6 pm G’S Friday Night Dance Party with DJ Ryan Baker 10PM HERETIC PUMP featuring Atlanta’s hottest deejays - Occasional special events. No cover b4 11 HIDEAWAY $5 Smirnoff drinks & Martinis DJ Marc J. Cubs @10pm in back room JUNGLE The Other Show with Edie Cheezburger 9:30pm LIPS ATLANTA Glitz & Glamour Las Vegas Style MODEL T Texas Hold’em Poker 9pm MY SISTER’S ROOM Dance Party upstairs featuring Drag, DJs & Hosts OSCAR’S Music Video Night SWINGING RICHARDS T-Shirt Review,$10 TEN ATLANTA Music & Videos by DJ Daryl Cox 10pm
Tuesday BLAKE’S Latin Night with Guest DJ’s • 1/2 Priced Menu ‘til Midnight BURKHART’S DRAG-EOKE with Angelica D’Paige at 10PM CLUB RUSH “Tipsy Tuesday” 18 & up - Open until 4am FELIX’S Karaoke with Darlene - 10pm HIDEAWAY Game night: Poker and blackjack 7:30 Trivia with Jason Walker 8:30 LAS MARGARITAS Cuban Night - $12.95 All You Can Eat Cuban Buffet & $5 Mojitos MODEL T Texas Hold’em Poker 7pm MY SISTER’S ROOM Industry Night OSCAR’S Show Tune Tuesday with Chad- 8 pm SWINGING RICHARDS 1/2 Price cover
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Thursday BLAKE’S Texas Hold em Poker 7pm “I - Candy” Street level with Shawnna Brooks 11pm BURKHART’S DANCEFLOOR DIVAS with Phoenix (RuPaul’s Drag Race s3) at 11:30PM EAGLE Balls Deep Karaoke w/ Mikey FACES LOUNGE The All Star Cabaret Drag Show & Karaoke FELIX’S Killer King Karaoke w/Tyler King - 10pm FRIENDS Texas Hold’em 8pm; Ladies Night 10 pm G’S Game Night with Brent Star 9PM HERETIC 3 Legged Cowboy Night 9pm Free dance lessons 8-9pm. No cover. HIDEAWAY Hot Mic’ Comedy w/ Ian Aber at 10pm followed by Karaoke at 11:30. Draft Beer Special LAS MARGARITAS Dirty South Trivia $5 Smirnoff & Cuervo Drinks. House Cash Prizes & $5 Wings LIPS ATLANTA Dinner with the Divas MODEL T Pre-Weekend Party! 7pm MY SISTER’S ROOM College Night - King of Thrones Drag Show OSCAR’S Twisted Thursday with Eric SWINGING RICHARDS 2-4-1 VIP & Entry 54 | 12.30.15
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Dear Dom, I’m 21, lucratively self-employed, a home owner and a responsible mature person. I am generally attracted to guys older than me, but when they find out my age, they run like Katniss Everdeen is chasing them. Or worse, all they want is a hookup that leaves me feeling used. How do I get them to slow down long enough to see that I’m worth some quality time? Is it OK to lie about it to make them take a second look? Am I missing something or still too young to understand what’s happening here? Twenty Wonderful Is Not Kindergarten
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Dear TWINK, Gay guys are a fickle, contradictory bunch. Too many of us are exclusively attracted to younger guys but emotionally exclusive in favor of maturity. If some of these guys would think for five seconds, they’d see you might be both. But you can’t worry about their wrong-headed thinking. You do you, and someone is going to notice. It will take patience, but I project it’s worth it. In the meantime, remember what I told OLDIES above: Age really is just a number, and the right guy will see you for the jewel you are as well as the gay dating environment you’re trying to navigate. Dear Dom,
Dear Dom,
I’m dating a guy 18 years younger than me. In bed, neither of us is worried about the dynamic we have going I’m 38 but look 30, but all I get is air when I put my on, and out of bed we both laugh and carry on like one of real age in my online profiles. Same pic, same info, those annoyingly happy couples in a world of their own. I same me with a lie about my age, and the pings just haven’t felt connected like this in a long time, maybe ever. keep on coming! The trouble is with my friends. When he’s around, they How do I reconcile my desire for dates and hookups with constantly refer to his age, and not in a fun, nice way. my conscience about starting either of those with a lie. When it’s just me, they psychoanalyze each of us and try to convince me one or both of us is crazy. One Lie Does Indeed Elicit Sex Defying Age Definitions, Don’t You? Dear OLDIES, Dear DADDY, I smell what you’re cooking, but the spice isn’t quite right. Let me It’s not the easiest thing to say, but you need to hear it: You’re stir your pot a minute. friends are idiots. Hopefully they’re just acting like idiots. All lies are not created equal, and not every connection deserves the same diligence. If fibbing that you’re younger gets your foot Remember they could just be jealous, but whatever their issue, stop in the door or your ass in the bed, that’s not the same as lying making their misperceptions your own. Real friends let friends find about your serostatus or marriage status. love wherever it manifests, so know this: You deserve to have mindblowing sex with a man who makes you happy. The end. If it’s just a hookup, hit it, quit it and forget it. Don’t lose sleep over your little white lie. If it turns out to be more, pretty early Dom on you can say, “Hey, I have to admit something and it’s embarAdvice columnist Dom has been there and done that with most rassing. I like you, so I want to tell you the truth and hope you everything. He isn’t shy about any question, and he’s never can forgive me.” ashamed of any topic. If you have burning gay questions the inIf he’s worth two cents, he’ll listen. Gay men are ageist assholes sometimes, so if he thinks it through, he’ll understand. 56 | 12.30.15
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ARIES (Mar. 20 – Apr. 19):
LIBRA (Sep. 23 – Oct. 22):
TAURUS (Apr. 20 – May 20):
SCORPIO (Oct. 23 – Nov. 21):
GEMINI (May 21- Jun. 20):
SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22 – Dec. 20):
CANCER (Jun. 21- Jul. 22):
CAPRICORN (Dec. 21 – Jan. 19):
LEO (Jul. 23 – Aug. 22):
AQUARIUS (Jan. 20 – Feb. 18):
VIRGO (Aug. 23 – Sep. 22):
PISCES (Feb. 19 – Mar. 19):
This is a mixed week in because Uranus entered its retrograde phase, possibly bringing out the rebel in you. If financial matters have been rather slow to improve, progress can now be made. A strong determination to overcome challenges in this area will encourage you to put 100 percent into solving problems for good.
If you want to stay friends with someone, it’s best not to rock the boat. However, this week can be excellent for detailed work, planning, and organization. You can make great strides if you put your mind to it. Relationships could become a lot more passionate through the weekend.
This can be a great time to showcase your (ahem) abilities or advertise your “goods and services”. However, you could also make a lot of money promoting and selling other people’s “products”. So maybe you should try and be a pimp!
Finances look set to improve with Jupiter now in your money sector. This is a time when the more effort you put in, the more you’ll get out. Or maybe the more you put out, the more your finances improve? Go talk to a Gemini.
You’ll be a beacon of warmth and natural this week. Yet home and family matters may get you all stirred up. Stay away from bar friends that will lead you down a bad path. The New Moon in your sign on Saturday is perfect for making a fresh start.
You’re in a natural phase when exploring your fantasies, paying attention to your intuitive impulses about sex, and becoming acquainted with your deeper purpose is very much in the fore. You may want to take time out to reflect, meditate and maybe stretch before you tackle those fantasies. 58 | 12.30.15
The “fun meter” is set on high, with a delightful focus on dating, socializing, and even romance. You’ll be in your element when organizing events, matchmaking, and generally bringing folks together.
The spotlight beckons this week to make you the star of the show. Now more than ever it’s time to prioritize your goals and focus on those that matter most. Along with this you’ll be motivated to overcome challenges and explore new pathways to greater happiness.
New adventures open up for you as a focus on exploration coincides with a restless need to travel. You might also be motivated to study, perhaps to gain a certification, or try lecturing, teaching, or getting published.
The current lineup can be helpful if you’re an entrepreneur or businessperson with ambition. Being practical and down to earth, it helps to make a plan before you get started. Your social life perks up to people with power and influence.
You’re in a phase when relationships are at an alltime high. Your social life may get busier and busier, which you might quite enjoy. However, career matters also get a boost as the wee progresses. Watch out for pit falls and all may be ok!
A feeling of vitality and radiance could give you a boost that not only enhances energy levels but also gives you that feel-good factor. Romantic opportunities coincide with intense exchanges, where control battles and a desire for power could unleash sexual desire.
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Stop complaining about being single. Nut up or shut up. You’re single because you can’t stop griping.
You just broke up with your boyfriend and you’re already with someone else? Glad he studied early childhood education. It will come in handy!
It takes a special skill to be 50, in another country, and still involved in gay ass drama. #impressed
All the bench presses and crunches in the world can’t fix your cold, black soul.
Opinions are like assholes not because everybody has one, but because the people who want to see yours are few and far between.
Step off. I can go from zero to bitch in one hair flip.
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Girl stop it already! No one gives two shits about your ex-bestie! Just stop!
I love you and I’m sorry my bowels kept us apart today.
Please God, Allah, Buddah, Universe and the Force, make these queens stop saying ‘Yaaasssss.’ Thank you. Love, Me.
I’m tired of talking. I’m tired of listening. I’m tired of all the carping. My bitch is ‘stop bitching.’