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It was always just a quick visit. She’d leave the table, or the couch, or wherever we were and be back in a few minutes. We could be at home, at a restaurant, or at one of her friend’s houses. Sooner or later, it was time for her to go see this mysterious woman. Miss Murphy was everywhere. Sometimes I’d whine and say, “Who is she? I wanna see her, too. Why can’t I see her?” My mom would just laugh and tease me, saying, “You just missed her. She had to leave.” As I grew older, I realized this was just Mom’s way of politely saying . . . she had to pee. And her playing it up was typical Mom behavior. She thought it was so funny to stress me out over it. Rather than say something “vulgar” like “I have to pee,” even though it was the truth, she chose to confuse the hell out of 5-year-old boy. Thanks, Mom. Her friends were in on it, too. They’d say, “You’re going to see Miss Murphy? Tell her I said hello, and I’ll see her later!” My mom about it. with, just Murphy.”
still says it today. Now we laugh Occasionally I say to whoever I’m for fun, “Gotta go see MISTER Some of my friends think I’m loco.
My mom, like many of my friends and co-workers, hardly ever speaks openly about topics that are “improper,” like peeing, or adultery, or being gay. She never has. I don’t remember her ever discussing things much that made her squirm. But why? This month marks the 42nd anniversary of The Stonewall Riots. In 1969 people rarely spoke openly about anything controversial, like being gay, but things were about to change dramatically. Gays were frequently treated like second class citizens, unable to walk freely and openly and let others know they were gay, even on the streets of uber progressive New York City. There were and still 8 davidatlanta
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are a lot of gays who lived in Greenwich Village, and at that time many felt safe and comfortable gathering in secret at The Stonewall Inn. There was no Gay Pride flag out front, or loud music spilling into the street, or drag queens welcoming guests at the door. It was a private place, a quiet place. New York City had passed laws against homosexuality in public and private businesses. However, people wanted to drink, and bars were so numerous and temporary that the police simply could not patrol them all. When the police did go in and harass the gays at The Stonewall Inn, they fought back. For six days angry crowds pelted the cops with loose change, bottles and more. When the Riots ended, it sparked the beginning of a long, still ongoing, battle for equality. Even though we have come a long way since the Stonewall Riots, things are far from perfect. Unfortunately, too many people are still uncomfortable talking about all things gay. I do it myself, and I’m not proud of it. In fact, it makes me sad sometimes. Just the other day I was talking to someone I had just met. She and her husband asked me what I do for a living. I said I teach violin lessons, work part time at a restaurant and write for a magazine. When she asked me what kind of magazine, I cringed and said, “Oh, it’s a local entertainment magazine” and left it at that, quickly changing the subject. Will we ever live in a society where everyone is comfortable around gays? Where we don’t feel the need to censor ourselves? Where we feel safe being who we are? I hope so. I’m working on my own struggles. In the meantime, say hello to Miss Murphy if you see her. I wonder if she’s ok with gays.
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egendary Lauren LaMasters and I were in a good mood backstage of our Saturday show (Tijuana Garage in lil 5 pts). Of course, I’m always in good spirits when it’s time for my birthday celebration week that started on the 22nd, then at my Bingo night at Matador in East Atlanta(Thursday 23rd), then Cowtippers 8pm (Friday 24th), then finish at our show Tijuana Garage on Saturday. Lauren was in a good mood simply because she’s learned how important it is to count your blessings. She feels great now that she recovered from months of pain from a small back injury, plus she has a new home, loving friends and well, she’s happy to be Lauren! Everyone loves Ms. LaMasters, not just for her performances, but she’s HILARIOUS backstage. Charlie Brown calls her “The Entertainer’s entertainer”. If you let her, she’ll entertain you for 2 hours while the ‘other’ show is going on. Another nickname for Lauren back in the day was “Video Vixen” because of how she would watch a video then bring to the stage the same exact replica of that particular entertainer’s look and style. Girlfriend can make some costumes let me tell you. “I always felt that if I wanted something bad enough, I’d find a way to make a costume, honey give me some rubber bands and a paper clip, I’ll make it happen”, she says. While we wait for our turn to go on stage, I figured we might as well turn this conversation into a column. Let’s talk. Brent: So let’s go back in time right quick…why did you start doing drag? Lauren: Actually I can remember back when I was between 6 and 8 years old putting on my mom’s clothes and lipstick thinking I was Ginger Grant from Gilligan’s Island. But what made get into drag you ask “Mr. Star”? A long time ago back in 1912…no seriously I went to a drag show for my first time at a bar in North Carolina, in which I hardly ever do. One night I just stood there in awe as this beautiful queen came out, her name was Mellissa Montgomery and she would pretty much just glide across the stage and I thought ‘Wow, that’s cool, I wanna do that”. The very next week, they had a talent show, and just like when I was 8, I’d did my own costume, wig and makeup and went out there and did it. Brent: You mean you started off already knowing how to apply your own make up. Laura: Oh honey I did it like I did when I was 8, so pretty much I just put on some mascara and lipstick… you couldn’t tell me I wasn’t Lisa LisaBrent: and The Cult Jam! (we cackle) Omg I remember that group. Ok, so how did you go from that night to doing drag in Atlanta? Laura: I came down here with Dj Eric Hayes (R.I.P.) for an audition to be on the cast for a club called Lipsticks, and I got the job.
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Brent: Work it LaMasters…but how did you go from that to being one of the world famous cast members of Charlie Brown’s show at Backstreets? Laura: Well the gig I got at Lipsticks closed after about a few months after I started working there. Then I started just working for tips, then eventually got on another cast, and later picked up a couple of my own shows. Then I was asked to be apart of the Charlie Brown Cabaret. I was skeptical at first, but after eventually doing it for 8 years, I think I made the right choice. Brent: Back to present day, I hear that every once in awhile you and the other cast members do a “reunion” show at the Jungle. How’s that going for you? Laura: Great. It feels like I’m back home everytime we come together. Just to see everyone is wonderful, it’s like family. We have a good crowd with a lot of regulars from the Backstreet days who also come out and enjoy the nostalgia as well. Brent: Who’s your favorite mainstream entertainer and your favorite drag entertainer that you admire? Laura: Madonna andBrent: Cher! The crowd at Tijuana Love to see you do her! Laua: Yea well her too, and Ashley Kruiz in the drag world. She actually got me doing Cher. . Brent: What advice would you give someone who wants to do drag? Laura: Be yourself and whatever you want, go for it. Put your heart and soul into it and you’ll be rewarded for that. Thank you Lauren and keep counting your blessings. I think that’s why I make such a bid deal about my bday every year. I’m happy to be here and be who I am. Until next week, don’t read the girls, .instead, read The Brent Star Report! Where to catch Brent Star: Birthday celebration week, Thursday at Matador Cantina (925 Garrett St), Friday Cowippers (then pool party), Saturdays at Tijuana Garage, Sunday back at Cowtippers. w w w. f a c e b o o k . c o m / Mr.BrentStar
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June 23 (Thur)
Eryn Woods “HollEWoods Show”
9:00 p.m. at The Vinyl w/openers, Stellate and Sky Hy. 1374 West Peachtree Street NW. Come hear Eryn perform her hit, “This My Shhh” and more. Make sure you purchase your tickets early. www. ticketalternative. com. Presale tickets $6.00 or $10.00 at the door.
“The Minotaur’s Dream” at Seven Stages 8:00 p.m. Come lose yourself in the dreamy world of Greek Mythology as Odd Man Out Theatre troupe transports you into the strange and wondrous labyrinth of the terrifying Minotaur. Enter the labyrinth… if you dare… PROPHECY? PLAGUES? Dancing PIGS? All that and a banquet with the gods. Thursdays through Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 5p.m., June 9-19. Tickets on sale now: www.oddmanouttheater.com. Seven Stages is at 1105 Euclid Avenue in Little 5 Points.
June 24 (Fri)
Vampire Lesbians of Sodom
rivalry as bloodsuckers but more importantly, as actresses, endures for two thousand years with stops along the way in 1920’s silent movie Hollywood and 1980’s Las Vegas. For more details, go to www.jungleclubatlanta.com. Jock Night Hotlanta Softball Party 9 p.m. at Mary’s in East Atlanta, 1287 Glenwood Dr. It’s Stonewall Memorial Week and Mary’s is kicking off the weekend with a bang! The Hotlanta Softball League is having a JOCK NIGHT! Dig out your sports gear and come be an athletic supporter for the night to help raise money for a great gay organization. The Atlanta Talons will be tending bar upstairs and selling their signature jell-o shots to help get things going. Coach Wilson will be holding PUSH UP contests, ARM WRESTLING competitions and other games to test your athletic prowess! Drink specials for guys in their gear! Whatever sport is your preference just come and have a good time to celebrate. For more details, go to www. marysatlanta.com.
June 25 (Sat)
Annual Marietta Rainbow Festival At LeBUZZ. Friday and Saturday June 24-25. A Celebration of Gay Pride. Music, snacks, drinks, special shows, and performance, vendor booths, family zone-gaming, concessions. Friday 5 p.m. - 3 a.m. and Saturday 1 p.m. -3 a.m. 585 Franklin Rd. Marietta G.A. 30067. This event is FREE! All are welcome. For the Kid in All of Us Beer Bust 1 p.m.to 4 p.m. at Joe’s on Juniper. Come wet your whistle with For the Kid in All of Us for an early summer Beer Bust at Joe’s! A $10 donation to FTK comes with unlimited Bud Light refills and tunes from DJ Mike Pope. As always, thank you for your FTK support.
June 26 (Sun) Church Services
Doors open 7:30 p.m. Show 8:00 p.m. at Jungle Club, 2115 Faulkner Rd. NE. One of the longest running plays in Off-Broadway history, “Vampire Lesbians of Sodom” tells the saga of two fatally seductive vampiresses whose paths first collide in ancient Sodom. Their bitter 24 davidatlanta
Attend one of Atlanta’s many gay or gay friendly churches. Some of these churches include: St. Bartholomew Episcopal Church, Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Atlanta, St. Mark United Methodist Church, and First MCC of Atlanta. Check websites for times, locations, and more information. El Gato Negro 11:00 p.m. Gay Latin Sundays at El Gato Negro, 3375 Buford Highway NE. With DJ Bravo and DJ Tauro. Just past the intersection at North Cliff Valley Way and Buford Highway before you get to Briarwood Rd. NE.
June 27 (Mon)
Free HIV Testing at YouthPride 5 – 6:30 p.m. Free HIV testing with YouthPride for LGBT youth ages 13-24. YouthPride is located at 1017 Edgewood Ave. Atlanta, GA 30307. For more details, go to www.youthpride. org. Stars of the Century 10:30 p.m. Jungle Club, 2115 Faulkner Rd., $10 admission. Come see the hottest drag show in town, the Stars of the Century! Doors open at 10:30 p.m. with the New Kids Show starting at 11 p.m. Stars of the Century starts at midnight. The legendary Niesha Dupree hosts the cast, which includes Jasmine Bonet, Necole Luv Dupree, Stasha Sanchez, Raquell Lord, Chantel Lord, Diamond Monroe, and male leads Archie Bonet, Joe Jackson, R’darius Black, Al Milan Dupree, and Christopher Iman. You never know which special guests may drop by.
June 29 (Wed)
Avenue Q at Horizon Theatre 8:00 p.m. Come on down to “Avenue Q,” which won Tony awards for Best Musical, Best Score and Best Book. The neighbors are nice on Avenue Q, the only address you can afford when you’re fresh out of college, out of a job, or just trying to find your way in life. Princeton, Gary Coleman (yes, that one!), Christmas Eve and their newfound friends (played by talented actors and puppets) valiantly seek jobs, dates, and their ever-elusive purpose in life. An upbeat musical for grown-ups. Runs Wednesdays Sundays through July 3 at Horizon Theater, 1083 Austin Ave. NE. For tickets and more information, go to www.horizontheatre.com
June 28 (Tues)
Boy Talk & Through Her Eyes 6:30 p.m. AID Atlanta hosts Boy Talk and Youth Pride hosts Through Her Eyes. Come to Boy Talk and join your fellow men and discuss issues important to you! Or go to Through Her Eyes for this weekly talk session for female youth aged 13-24.YouthPride is located at 1017 Edgewood Avenue. For more details, go to www.youthpride.org. Jay Brannan LIVE 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Singer / song writer Jay Brannan takes the state at Eddie’s Attic. All ages ($4 surcharge for patrons under 21 unless with a parent). Doors open at 6:30 p.m., show starts at 8 p.m. For tickets and more information go to www.eddiesattic.ticketfusion.com. davidatlanta 25
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ODE TO THE DANCEFLOOR
Tony Moran Showers the Love
By Mark Gray
“I wrote Can I Love You More to express the appreciation I have for the people that enjoy my music,” says the Grammy-nominated producer/remixer and superstar club DJ.
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he adoration is mutual. Three days after its release, Tony Moran’s ode to the dance floor nabbed the top spot on club music retail site, Masterbeat.com.
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Simultaneously, Moran pursued a DJ career, becoming an international showstopper at clubs throughout the world. He regularly headlines parties in Europe, Asia, Latin “There is a unique love that emanates from America and Australia. dance music,” he continues. “It does more than make people move. Dance music It was on a return trip from China last year inspires a level of passion, devotion, faith that Moran formulated the idea for “Can I and satisfaction. I feel it every time I’m Love You More”. making music in the studio and when I’m “On the plane, I was reflecting on the show playing it in the DJ booth.” I had just spun and a melody popped in my Tony Moran has been a prominent force in head. I was humming it in my seat while club music for twenty years. When artists people around me were sleeping.” like Beyoncé, Britney Spears, Rihanna, Madonna, Janet Jackson and Jennifer Lopez When he returned to his studio, Moran want to reach fans on the dance floor, they called singer Trey Lorenz, best known for call upon him for the Moran sound: hard his Mariah Carey duet of Jackson 5’s “I’ll hitting tribal house anthems infused with the Be There” on MTV Unplugged. latest in cutting edge electronica. Lorenz provides the euphoric verses on His love affair with club music began in the “Can I Love You More” while Moran sings early nineties at the New York City nightclub, the soaring chorus. Remixes are by Ralphi Sound Factory. “Frankie Knuckles was in Rosario, Loverushuk, Max Sena, Steve the booth and I was captivated, completely Pitron, Dave Saronson and Warren Rigg. in awe, with every new mix and track he threw down. I heard this voice inside me “Can I Love You More” (featuring Trey Lorenz) demonstrates Tony Moran’s drive that said ‘hey, I could do that’.” to develop and evolve the dance floor on Moran launched his career producing his own terms. The song, released via tracks with club artists. Prominent airplay Sugar House, is available now on i-Tunes, in clubs and on dance radio brought him Amazon.com, and most major music to the attention of music labels. Soon, he retailers. was writing, remixing and producing dance singles and albums for Michael Jackson, Visit www.facebook.com/djtonymoranofficialpage. Gloria Estefan, Cher, Celine Dion, Mariah Carey, Whitney Houston, Mary J Blige, Kenny G and even the London Symphony 28 davidatlanta
“Gave Up on Love” Says Kelli: “There were a lot of elements that I wanted remixed into the song. Most of all, I wanted it to have a powerful, concise musical sound. Once I heard Tony’s remix, I knew he had nailed it. When a remix is inspired and not forced, it brings the song to another level.”
“Taste the Night” Says Dalal: “A lot of remixes leave you breathless... Tony’s remix gives you air to breathe! It’s refreshing. He doesn’t choose a direction. He fills out the whole space with his sound.”
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Horoscopes
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SAGITTARIUS
Things are pretty tricky at the moment, especially as far as your social life is concerned. Be extra careful when you’re dealing with people you don’t know inside and out. Not everyone is the real deal.
Whether you’re taking a new gig, moving into a new place or buying a car, read every word of the fine print. If it doesn’t make sense to you, find a friend who knows their way around legalese.
TAURUS If you’ve been meaning to get something off your chest, now is the time to do it. You won’t get a better opportunity to express yourself clearly. Besides, whatever you say will be well received.
CAPRICORN It is a great time to explore your artistic side or discover something new about one of your friends. You have a lot of good energy breezing through you at the moment, so work it!
GEMINI If you’re not ready, say so — no matter what it is. You may offend someone in the short term, but your reputation for honesty and directness is more important than all those surface concerns.
AQUARIUS You will have to deal with people who are just a little too spacey for you, but at least they are harmless. Try not to be too mean to them, no matter how tempting that may be.
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If you feel a hankering to gather your gang and head out into the world, that’s exactly what you should do. There’s a lot to be gained if you’re traveling with the pack — you won’t get lost in the crowd.
You’ll move through the week at an amazing clip — you should be able to sweet talk just about anyone into joining your shenanigans. Expect the good times to keep coming all week long!
Leo You’re starting to leave the remnants of your old persona behind as you move toward being the person you really want to be. It’s liberating, if not a little scary. Luckily, you know what to do next. VIRGO Someone needs to hear from the real you, so open up already! It may not be the one you expect, though, so look around and figure out who needs to get the word.
LIBRA Your work — or lack thereof — will be a much bigger deal than usual at the moment. Make sure you have it all taken care of before the situation spins out of control
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M-Dragamundo (formerly Dragamaki) with Bubba D. Licious and guests T-Crazy Bitch Bingo 7:30pm M-Free Pool W-Karaoke 8pm 2. Bellissima T-Smirnoff Martini Night TH-Crazy Bitch Bingo 7:30PM 560-B Amsterdam Ave. TH-Karaoke with Brett & Tyler 10pm SU-All You Can Eat Brunch 11AM404-917-0220 F-Bartenders Serve it up! 3PM myspace.com/bellissima_lounge S-Karaoke with Brett & Tyler 10pm SU-Bloody Mary & Mimosa Wallet 20. Mary’s 3. Blake’s on the Park Pleasers 1287 Glenwood Ave. 227 10th St. 404-624-4411 404-892-5786 12. Friends On Ponce www.marysatlanta.com myspace.com/blakesonthepark 736 Ponce De Leon Ave. 404-817-3820 M-Open 5pm - DJ Va Jay Jay Spins M-Drag On The Edge Show 11pm www.friendsonponce-atl.com T-CJ Hosting Mary-Oke @ 10pm DJ T-1/2 Price Appetizers Yes Sir Spins Rock 9pm 11am-8pm-Blake’s Wild Card M-Afternoons with Jasen 2pm W-Themed Parties Reto DJ’s Show-11pm T-Let’s Make A Deal 3D Thursdays TH-Open 5pm - Boys Room Party W-FEATHERS & FLESH W-Disco & Dazzle with Diva Jasen F-Themed Party - Love DJ BURLESQUE REVUE 11pm TH-HOT NIGHTS With Jasen and S-Dance Party Hot Mess 9PM TH-Texas Hold’Em Poker 7pmDonnie Differnt DJ Every Week The Shawnna Factor Show 11pm F-Happy Time w/ Daniel &Terry F-Kitty LeClaw’s Meow Mix S-Open @ Noon with Bob Brewer 21. Mixx Show 11pm 1492 Piedmont Rd. S-Jealouse’s Daring Divas Show 13. Gilbert’s 404-228-4372 11pm 219 10th St. SU-Sunday Brunch 12-3-DJ’s 404-872-8012 22. Model-T Bill Berdeaux & Daryl Cox Spin www.gilbertscafe.com 699 Ponce De Leon Ave. All Night 404-872-2209 14. Heretic www.modeltatlanta.com 4. BJ Roosters 2069 Cheshire Bridge Rd. 2345 Cheshire Bridge Rd. 404-325-3061 Facebook: Modelt Atlanta 404-634-5895 www.hereticatlanta.com Twitter: ModelTAtlanta www.bjroostersatl.com Myspace: modeltatlanta M-INDUSTRY NIGHT with Brian. Youtube: TheModelTAtlanta 5. Bulldogs Dance floor open @10pm - No Blogspot: modeltatlanta.blogspot. 893 Peachtree St. Cover. com 404-872-3025 T-TIME WARP - 70’s, 80’s & 90’s music with Paul. Dance floor open M- B-I-N-G-O Nights with Curtis! 6. Burkhart’s @10pm - No Cover. Play & Win! Elvis Host. 1492-F Piedmont Rd. W-H.U.M.P. Dress Code Party w/ Try a Pink Cadillac. 404-872-4403 DJ LYDIA PRIM. 75¢ Keystone Light T-Nut Flush Poker Night. Gary & www.burkharts.com Draft. 10pm - No Cover. Elvis serve up their TH-¡¡¡AZUCA’!!! Latin Night Hot best. Have Gary’s Kamikaze. M-Karaoke Idol 11:30PM Tribal Beats with DJ KARLITOS W-Karaoke, So you think you can T-Karaoke 11:30PM F-PRIMAL URGES with DJ LYDIA SING with Pat & Tina W-Karaoke Idol 11:30PM PRIM 10pm No Cover til 11pm from Virtually Famous TH-“The Fashionistas” hosted by $5 after. TH-Ron, Gary & Michael swerve up Princess Charles! 11:30PM S-HOT GUEST DJ WEEKLY - No their Best! Ask Michael for a F-“Total Request” with Angelica Cover til 11pm!! Michael Juice. D’Paige! 11:30PM SU-Closed Sundays! F-Nut Flush Poker Night. Show us S-“P.O.P.!” hosted by Princess your Poker Face. Michael Charles! 11:30PM 15.HOBNOB is serving it up. SU-7 PM “The Armorette’s”! 9:30 1551 Piedmont Ave. S-Free Tacos Day. Come out and PM “The Dreams” with Shavonna 404-968-2288 eat. 3 pm until it’s gone. B. Brooks! S-Game Day. Come enjoy a great 16. Joe’s on Juniper game & Sunday Dinner with Ron! 3 7. Chaparral 1049 Juniper St. pm 2715 Buford Hwy. 404-875-6634 www.chaparralalternative.com www.joesatlanta.com 23. My Sisters Room F-Got Leche? 10pm - Hot Latino 1271 Glenwood Ave. SE Dancers 17. Jungle 678-705-4585 2115 Faulkner Rd. 9. Club Opera 404-844-8800 24. New Order 1150-B Crescent Ave. jungleclubatlanta.com 1544 Piedmont Rd. 404-872-1150 404-874-8247 www.operaatlanta.com M-Stars of the Century Show 11pm F-Dragnique Talent Search 25. Opus 1 10. Eagle Competition. Doors Open 9:30pm. 1086 Alco St. 306 Ponce De Leon Ave. Dance Party Follows 404-634-6478 404-873-2453 S-Special Guest DJs Dance Party www.atlantaeagle.com 26. Oscar’s 18. LeBuzz 1510-C Piedmont Ave N.E. M-Comedy TV-Free Pool with 585 Franklin Rd. (Marietta) www.oscarsatlanta.com Tony 770-424-1337 T-Rock Music-Free Pool with www.thenewlebuzz.com T-Show Tunes & Glee 8pm Tony W-80s Music with Travis-Tim’s 19. Las Margaritas 27. Swinging Richards Black Jack 1842 Cheshire Bridge Rd. 1400 Northside Dr. TH-Karaoke with Mikey-Tim’s Black 404-873-4464 404-352-0532 Jack www.lasmargaritasatl.com www.swingingrichards.com F-Club Nights-DJ Dance Party S-Club Nights-DJ Dance Party
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11. Felix’s 1510-G Piedmont Rd. 404-249-7899
T-$5 Cover After Midnight W-2-4-1 VIP Room TH-2-4-1 Door & 2-4-1 VIP Room F-Open 6:30pm - $10 - Hot Naked Men and Big Cocktails S-Open 6:30pm - $10 28. 3 Legged Cowboy 931 Monroe Dr. 404-876-0001 www.3leggedcowboy.net T-Family Poker 7:30pm W-Intermediate 2 Step @ 8-9 TH-Dance Lessons @ 8-9 - Ladies Night F-Sugar Baby’s Trailer Park Revue10pm S-Dance Lessons @ 8-9 29. Tripps 1931 Piedmont Cir. 404-724-0067 W-Taco Buffet 5pm TH-Karaoke with Darlene 9pm F-Laser Show Dance Party with DJ Steve Lynch S-Cookout 2pm SU-Complimentary Buffet 3pmKaraoke 7pm
10. Rawhide Leather under The Atlanta Eagle 306 Ponce de Leon Ave NE 404-881-0031 PRIVATE SOCIAL CLUBS 40. Eros 2219 Faulkner Rd. 404-287-4482 41. Manifest 2103 Faulkner Rd. 404-549-2815 Atlanta Tourist Spots A. Atlanta Botanical Gardens B. Atlanta History Center C. Atlantic Station D. Centennial Olympic Park E. CNN - Atlanta F. Fox Theater G. Georgia Aquarium H. Georgia State Capitol I. High Museum of Art J. Margaret Mitchell House K. The Atlanta Opera and The Atlanta Ballet L. The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra M. Virginia-Highlands N. World of Coca-Cola O. Zoo Atlanta
out of town directory MIDTOWN W G E O R G I TH-Chris Coleman Presents AUGUSTA “Indulge” 9pm-Midnight CLUB ARGOS 1923 WaltonWay-706-48130. Woofs 8829www.clubargos.net 2425 Piedmont Rd. 404-869-9422 THE FILLING STATION @ The www.woofsatlanta.com Parliament Resort 1258 Gordon 31. 91 Highway-706-828-7400 91 Broad Street SW www.gayaugusta.com/ 404.581.0577 thefillingstation www.91below.com MACON 32. The Cockpit KAOS 465 Boulevard Ave SE 2780 Riverside Drive – 478-621www.thecockpit-atlanta.blogspot. 0662 com www.kaosmacon.com GYMS/SPAS/BATHS 32. FLEX 76 - 4th St. NW 404-815-0456 33. Gravity Fitness 2201 Faulkner Rd. NW 404-486-0506
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SYNERGY 425 Cherry Street – 478-755-9383 SAVANNAH BLAINE’S 13 East Perry Street-912-233-6765 www.blainesbar.com CHUCK’S BAR 305 West River Street-912-232-1005
34. Workout Anytime 2140 Peachtree Rd. 404-351-3264
CLUB ONE 1 Jefferson Street-912-232-0200 www.clubone-online.com
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UNADILLA The Lumberyard @ Lumberjacks Resort 50 Highway 230-1-877-888-1688 www.lumberjackscampground.com
36. Brushstrokes/Capulets 1510 Piedmont Ave. 404-876-6567 37. Boy Next Door 1447 Piedmont Rd. 404.873.2264 www.boynextdoor.biz 38. Outwrite Bookstore & Cafe 991 Piedmont Ave. 404-607-0082 39. Poster Hut 2175 Cheshire Bridge Rd. 404-636-7491
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A L A B A M A BIRMINGHAM THE QUEST 416 24th Street South-205-251-4313 www.the-quest-club.com OUR PLACE 2115 8th Avenue S. 205-715-0077 JOE’S ON SEVENTH 2627 7th Avenue South- 205-3212812 www.joesonseventh.com DOTHAN CLUB IMAGINATION 4129 Ross Clark Circle 334-792-6555 MONTGOMERY CLUB 322 322 N. Lawrence Street - 334-2634322
T E N N E S S E E CHATTANOOGA IMAGES 6005 Lee Highway-423-855-8210 www.mirage-complex.com CHUCK’S 27 W. Main Street- 423-265-5405 ALLAN GOLD’S 1100 McCallie Avenue-423-629-8080
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e mira desde la cama y se tapa con la sabana. Saber que debajo de aquella diminuta tela Ernesto esta desnudo provoca en mi una ereccion indisimulable. Su cuerpo me calienta, sus besos me hacen vibrar y... el lo sabe. Siendo la madrugada del viernes le pido a Ernesto que me deje trabajar un rato porque a media mañana debo enviar un paper. Sonrie picaramente y toma una de mis revistas. Acostado boca abajo se pone a leerla simulando no saber que lo veo. Unos segundos despues, supuestamente molesto con la sabana, se destapa. Su culo firme y hermoso queda al descubierto ... entonces cierro la computadora y vuelvo a su cuerpo. Apenas unos minutos despues de recibir el mensaje en el celular, ya sin ropas, Ernesto estaba sobre la mesa de mi living acostado boca arriba y con las piernas separadas de par en par....
Mientras mi mente podia ver su rostro desorbitado de placer, mi cuerpo sentia como al estremecerse por mis embestidas el movia hasta el mas pequeño de sus musculos. Como pocas veces, en esta ocasion alcanzamos el climax juntos y luego, ya sin fuerzas, nos desplomamos uno sobre el otro. Cuando un rato despues Ernesto me gritaba desde la ducha que fuera a hacerle compania, yo tirado sobre el sofa revisaba mi celular y encontraba un mensaje de Ever preguntandome si queria que nos vieramos esa noche. Apague el telefono y me meti en la ducha.
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I am realizing that most Atlanta bears are just twinks who are older, bigger and harrier. Same mentality, behavior and games. No thanks. I went to my favorite gay leather bar this weekend to find it crawlin’ with college girls. WTF? Ain’t that other bar good enough for you anymore? I’m tired of looking at dog shit at the park. Clean up after your dog, you disgusting, lazy, arrogant prick. No glove, no love. Tragic. Trainwreck. That’s all I can say about you and your life, bless your heart. Yes, we know you shaved your cooter. That is all you have talked about for 2 hours. How much bush did you have, bitch? I get attached easily, but I forget faster.
Ok, sure you have a bubble butt. Personally, I have always thought it was fat, but . . . really. So I went to the gym for an hour, tanned, picked out and pressed a cute outfit for “this?” I should have ordered a pizza and posted on CraigsList! You don’t have a job. All you want to do is party have no responsibilities. You drink everywhere you go. Have some self-respect and respect for your friends and their lives, asshole. I can’t believe you stuck your finger up my butt while I was sleeping! Do you think you know me well enough now? There is still room on my back. Do you want to stick another knife in? Would that make you happy?
Wake up and smell the turkey chili bitch, it’s burnin. Have fun cleaning up the mess you’ve made “playing” restaurant and don’t worry about me stealing your recipes. No one wants them. Getting soy milk in my Starbucks drink doesn’t mean I’m gay, it means I’m lactose intolerant, you judgmental queens. Taking it up the ass with a smile on my face means I’m gay. I wasn’t talking shit about you behind your back. Everything I said is true, and I said it in front of you and to a few of our mutual friends. Get over it.
Wow! I am surprised to see your face at this hour. Shouldn’t you be bent over somewhere by now?
I can only please one person a day. Today is not your day. Oh wait, yesterday was your day. You missed it. I don’t get it. One minute you’re telling me how awesome and beautiful I am. The next minute you’re telling me what a fucking retard you think I am. I don’t think I’m asking too much. I just want my girlfriend to pay attention to me when I sext her. Listen you selfish S.O.B., if someone’s friend offers to pay for your dinner and asks you to leave the tip, do it. Be thankful instead of
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