Bear Semen: The Manliest Drink on Earth
It is Bear Week in Provincetown so I’ll be including a bonus “Bear themed” post each day this week. Last year I stumbled upon this drink which claims to be The Manliest Drink on Earth.
I have to wonder if the bars in Provincetown will be serving this rather interesting refreshment.
Since the fall of 2010 each Monday I have posted profiles of men (mostly gay – but not always) who have caught my attention and I’ve enjoyed following on Twitter. I’ve called this weekly post the “Men of Twitter”.
While I remain active on Twitter, I’m finding it difficult to find guys who are available and open to being featured and have recently reverted to featuring prominent profiles of celebrities, activists and politicians, which was never the real intent of this weekly post.
I’m temporarily suspending this post, but I’d love to hear from you and welcome suggestions of men on Twitter you’d like to see featured.
The space formerly occupied by Posh on Tremont, a South End gift shop that closed their doors earlier this year, will not remain vacant for long. Cambridge Savings Bank has signed a long-term lease and will convert the space in the coming months.
I was sorry to see Posh on Tremont close their doors but I’m even more sorry to learn they will be replaced by a bank. I recognize that banks, mortgage and real estate companies deserve the same opportunity as other businesses but there are already three banks within one block. With another bank rumored to go into the soon to be built condos at 518 Tremont that would mean there will be five banks in one block. It is just my opinion, but another local business would have been far more preferable.
Massachusetts US Congressman, Barney Frank, married his long-time partner, Jim Ready, in a reception along the Charles River yesterday. The marriage marks another first for our Congressman who became the first to be married to a partner of the same sex.
According to the report in The Boston Globe, vows written by the couple, included pledges to love each other “on MSNBC or on Fox”.
Congratulations Barney & Jim
Last Wednesday was the 4th of July. My partner and I opted to escape the heat of Boston and spend the week in Provincetown. Lucky for us (and half of Boston or so it seemed) Brian Piccini – owner of dBar and DeuxAve – hosted a fantastic party at his house in Provincetown, which has a beautiful view of Provincetown Harbor. Listed below are some photos from his Independence Day bash. Thank you to all those who posed for a picture. And thank you Brian for the invite. 
Are you struggling to get yourself to the gym and remain active? Last week a new study reported in The Daily News linked weight loss with an increase in testosterone and sex drive for middle-aged men.
The study found that men who incorporated two-and-a-half hours of exercise a week into their lives, as well as eating healthier food, saw dramatic results in the course of a year. There was a 15% increase in testosterone levels and a 46% decrease in instances of hypogonadism, a condition characterized by low testosterone levels that can be linked to low sex drive and erectile dysfunction, according to Mayo Clinic.
Upworthy has launched a Tumblr site called, “Mitt, Venn and Now.” I thought the diagram above was particularly telling. However, there are quite a few more which you may peruse by visiting the tumblr site linked above for your viewing pleasure.
Thanks to Chris @MITguy01 for tweeting about this site.
2012 Bear Week in Provincetown officially starts today. If you are heading to Ptown for the week, enjoy your time and have plenty of fun.
The Marc Jacobs shop is ready for the expected crowds. Before the 4th of July theme week had ended they had already added these two guys out in front of their shop on Commercial Street. I predict more than a few will pause to have their photograph taken with these guys.
I call these two buddies “da bears”.
One reason I love Boston is because it has an amazing music scene. Something about having more than 60 colleges and universities within a 30 mile radius of Boston probably has something to do with that.
In the 1990s I loved this local band and saw them more than a few times. The band has since gone its separate ways, but I still love ’em.
Immediately following 4th of July Week is Bear Week in Provincetown. The two weeks could not be more different as twinks, circuit boys and others will file out on Saturday, July 7th and burly, hairy men arrive.
I stumbled upon this excellent YouTube video from Provincetown’s Bear Week 2011. It is worth watching. TorontoKub did a great job pulling this together, and if you identify as a bear, cub, otter (whatever) I think the video will make you smile and perhaps even consider booking a trip to Ptown for Bear Week 2013.
After last week’s “Daddy” themed Furry Friday post, I thought I’d feature someone a bit younger. What do you think of this week’s post? Hope you have a great day and relaxing weekend.
I recently had the opportunity to meet the exceptionally talented Provincetown artist, Lee Castoro. He conceived and created the powerful fine art photography exhibit RAW Fine Art, which premiered in August 2010 and toured the United States. The subject matter addressed in the collection is powerful and Lee’s vision, brought to life through his photography is moving and relatable.
If you visit Ptown, you can see some of Lee’s work on display at the prestigious Julie Heller Gallery in Provincetown at 2 Gosnold Street. Definitely a gallery worth seeking out on the Friday night gallery stroll or as an alternative to the beach if you need a break from the sun.
If a visit in Provincetown isn’t likely this year you may see more by visiting the RAW Fine Art website, or you can visit and “like” the Facebook page.
It has been a relaxing week. I’m enjoying the slower pace and spending much of my time like this handsome guy. You reading anything good? Summer reading suggestions are welcome.
I suppose that is one way to encourage people to come in and try your food. Do you think the person was even for one second thinking about what he was saying when he put up that message?
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