Weekend Movies
June 6, 2008
OK, so I’ve been to a few movies recently. Gwenn and I saw Sex & The City, and overall we were happy. Gotta warn ya, halfway through, this thing is pretty depressing. I didn’t really fully recover, and knew that something was amiss when I found myself in the theatre again.
I’d gone to see The Strangers to cheer myself up. The Strangers is a thinly veiled commentary on the current mortgage crisis facing our nation. I heard that Ed McMahon is being foreclosed on…. Ed friggin’ McMahon!
Alright, that’s all for now. This blog is really just a teaser for Monday, when….
TWO GUYS WITH AIDS REVIEW A MOVIE.
The Hemo2Homo Connection reviews Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull… will our heroes survive? Or will they perish down not one, not two, but three waterfalls? Log on Monday to find out!
Obama Needs Some Ink
June 5, 2008
No word yet from Dunkin’ Donuts about being their spokesperson. God knows I’ve eaten enough donuts to earn the gig.
I can’t say that my intent to be their spokesperson is solely to show that people with HIV love to eat donuts. The truth is, I really need it to increase my public profile- taking nothing away from Synthetic Division and My Pet Virus, respectively. It’s just that I need more if I want to gain access to the new Democratic nominee, Barack Obama.
Come to think of it, maybe the silence from Dunkin’ Donuts is a blessing. Obama’s people would probably keep him away from a Jihad-scarf wearer, even if it meant gaining access to the coveted Donut-eater demographic. What would give them pause is that many people, including some Hillary democrats, think that Barack is Muslim.
Not that there’s anything wrong with being Muslim. It’s just that many of those frightened folks think being Muslim means you are a terrorist. And if he’s going to win in November, it’s going to take more than an American flag lapel pin to prove he’s not packing bombs under that suit.
Which is why I think he needs to be packing something else under the suit: a tattoo.
Here are my top contenders: 
1. Eagle with Flag: This shoulder tat really shows pride, and a knack for kicking ass.
2. Cross With Flag: This one should go on his hand. Every time he gestures, people would be able to rest assured that Barack drinks the Jesus Juice.
3. Made in U.S.A.: Barack comes from a bi-racial family with a weird name. This is very unsettling to some Americans. This chest tattoo would comfort those people, and could be the last image that runs through their minds in the voting booth.
Now I’m hungry for a donut.
Positively Yours,
Shawn
The Dunkin’ Donuts Scarf Controversy
June 3, 2008
The big story last week wasn’t the deathtoll in China, or the American Idol winner… it was the Dunkin’ Donuts controversy. Some right-wingnuts went batty over the following ad campaign, featuring Rachael Ray.
Here’s a screenshot.
The problem wasn’t that Rachael’s head is disproportionate with her body in the photo. Or that the last person in the world who needs a caffeine pick-me-up is the already high-on-life Ray. No, the problem that forced the spineless chain to pull the ads was the scarf.
Some folks thought it was a signal to a cell of rogue jihadists- hiding since 9/11 in the U.S.- to take action. Why? Because the scarf has a Middle Eastern chic vibe.
Well, I think we should all take a stand. I feel sorry for the scarf. I know what it is like to be discriminated against, having been kicked out of public school for having HIV. Yeah, it was way back in 1987, I’m over it. But when I saw a similar-looking scarf in H&M, it all came back to me.
How do we overcome? Force Dunkin’ Donuts to redo the ads. Humbly, I am offering myself up for the job.
Positively Yours,
Shawn
Last Weekend’s Show
June 3, 2008
Here’s a clip of one of “Count Me Out”. The crowd were Chatty Kathy’s, as you may notice. I didn’t notice from stage, due to nice, loud monitors and a laser-like focus on my precisely-timed dance maneuvers.
Having written that, I did hop around a bit and I do tend to forget I’m a thinblood during Synthetic Division shows. But the limping the next day is more than worth it in my opinion, as there are few things in life that bring me as much joy as playing music.
And, I admit, I do enjoy seeing myself in the local paper for something other than having AIDS.
Positively Yours,
Shawn
life in photos
I am frightened by ceilings. A terrible phobia to have.
Today's assortment of treats: tea for Gwenn, a mocha for me and a cookie to share.
My buddy Sharanya preparing my mocha with just an extra dash of love.
Hanging on wall in our guest bedroom. Couldn't agree more!
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