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Words to live by
Learning to speak "Boston"
People not born in or near Boston often get confused by a native’s accent and although I’ve successfully tamed my Boston accent (for the most part) my word choices are a dead give-away for anyone familiar with what I like to refer to as “Boston SLANGuage”.
If you’re not from the area you most likely would refer to this first image as a “fountain” or possibly “water fountain”. However, you are terribly incorrect in calling this anything but a “bubbler” or if you want to be gauche, bubblah. See the little bubbles of water coming from the bubbler?
Ask anyone in Boston where is the fountain and they will direct you to a water feature in the Boston Public Gardens, Common or maybe on the new Rose Kennedy Greenway. Below, I’ve included a picture my favorite fountain.
The Trevi Fountain in Rome, which could never be confused with a ‘bubbler’ 
Posted in Boston Slanguage, People say the funniest things
Tagged BosGuy, Boston, Boston Guy
Yo Amo Puerto Rico
As I type this from my hotel room, I have floor to ceiling sliding glass doors open to have an unobstructed view of the Carribean. Soothing sound of waves crashing below have made it easy to forget today is my last full day here in Puerto Rico. The resulting rainbow (click image to make larger) is from a passing shower; the first since arriving. The weather has been as fantastic as the people watching has been interesting. Within the first 24-hours I snapped, tweeted and blogged about two couples in particular; #SluttyCouple and #DrunkUglyCouple.
WranglerMan left the funniest comment, “Where are you staying? It looks as if the hotel caters to the “Jersey Shore” fan club!” I can see how one might think that, but La Concha Hotel is a “classy joint”. I’m imagining that’s how the cast of the show might describe this place.
In addition to these entertaining distractions there have also been a number of interesting gay couples we’ve met and chatted with during our stay. Its easy to spot these guys with their iphones permanently set to Grindr, Scruff and other gay-themed apps all furiously trying to identify some guy’s profile who claims to be just a few feet away. 
Then there are the clueless, handsome men who have come to get away with a friend, girlfriend or spouse. Really who they are traveling with is of no consequence. I’m just happy to see them poolside and at the beach. They are like nice art; just by virtue of being here they make the hotel more pleasant. When I get home, I’ll post photos I took from my camera. However, til then enjoy these few pics from the past couple of days.
Handsome Dad who played with his well behaved toddler
Attractive guy travelling w/ couple to his right; couldn’t figure out the deal but was intrigued
Young married couple who sat next to me and didn’t speak the entire day
Tagged BosGuy, Boston Guy, Gay, Travel
Making the case for Valentine’s Day
A Valentine’s Day fortune just for you.
Whether you have someone special in your life or not, the excuse to take one day each year and dedicate it to telling someone you love them sounds like a pretty good idea to me. It seems like the remaining days of the year are reserved for saying some pretty terrible things to people so whether you are coupled, dating, or single, take a moment today to let someone in your life know how special they are to you and why. You may be surprised by how good it makes you feel; I can guarantee it will certainly brighten the day of the person you spoke to.
Tagged BosGuy, Boston Guy
Pool day @ La Concha Hotel
Although this is not a picture from the hotel pool, I’ll tweet a couple of pics and comments today.
I’m mixing things up a bit and after spending time at the hotel beach, I’m now going to lounge poolside where I plan to people watch, start reading my third book and of course get more than my share of Vitamin D thanks to the beautiful weather.
Today’s forecast in San Juan, Puerto Rico: 84 degrees and sunny
Tagged BosGuy, Boston Guy
Hola San Juan, Puerto Rico
I arrived without incident on Thursday afternoon at La Concha Hotel in San Juan, Puerto Rico. The flight down was uneventful (thankfully) and the first 24-hours have been both relaxing and funny. I’ve already finished my first book, Catch Me If You Can by LB Gregg. It is 200+ page gay novel that is funny and easy to read about a lowly art gallery assistant who’s world turns upside down. I found myself laughing out loud on more than a few occassions while reading this easy to solve, but entertaining gay-themed mystery.
I’m inserting a couple of tweets from the past 24-hours with accompanying photos as follow up from my previous post, Off to Puerto Rico. The picture quality leaves something to be desired but I took these with my blackberry and the camera is only mezza mezza. If you click on the photos they should enlarge.
TWEET: Zoom in + see #SluttyCouple. Makeout session aside, he has killer abs #GetaRoom
TWEET:#DrunkUglyCouple who kept bumping into me at the bar last night. Yup that’s her leg on him. #ISeeUglyPeople
For more entertaining “Tweets”, follow me on Twitter at @BosGuy.
Off to Puerto Rico
I’m making a mad dash to the Carribean to escape this bitter cold. I want to remember what it feels like to have the sun on my face and be warm.
Since I bore easily I will most likely be tweeting photos and witty comments poolside / beachside. See below for some examples of my “Tweet Pics” from my trip to Puerto Rico this past December.
My alter ego, “Vacation BosGuy” is about to emerge, so check back and follow me on Twitter. I’ve included some Tweet pics from my last stay at La Concha Hotel in San Juan from this past December.
My handle is @BosGuy.
Tweet Pic #1 “Random Handsome Guy”
Tweet Pic #2 Hotel Bar (dispenser of all things rum)
Tweet Pic #3 “Random Handsome Guy”
Tweet Pic #4 Hotel pool & patio
US Census Says Same Sex Couples jumped 17% in Massachusetts
The US Census Bureau reported that the number of same-sex couples in Massachusetts climbed sharply over the past decade; rising 17% to more than 20,000. This is not particularly surprising. Massachusetts continues to lead the nation in passing legislation that protects the rights of the GLBT community (adoption rights, protections in the workplace, marriage equality etc…) As younger gay men and women have come of age – growing up in a socially liberal state where there is less of a stigma it is not surprising to see that many want to move in together or get married.
So despite living through long, cold winters – we’re quite the gay old state. If you’d like to read the Boston Globe article link here.
Tagged BosGuy, Boston Guy, Gay
Men of Twitter
I’m a fan of Twitter. I love how quick and easy it is to use and connect with people. Another perk to this fabulous application is what I refer to as the “men of twitter”. There are so many handsome guys on Twitter. Adding to that attraction is the fact that they only talk in 140 characters 🙂
Although I must say that I think I could listen to @JLAppelbaum (who’s profile pic I’ve posted here) for hours if the opportunity presented itself. Does that make me shallow or a man of good taste? You decide.
Sucker punched by Renaissance Hotels
Last week Renaissance Hotels announced on Twitter (handle, @RenHotels) they are offering a deal “Stay 2 Nights, Get Your 3rd Night Free” from February 10 – March 27, 2011. I was so excited because my partner and I are leaving to stay at a Renaissance property in San Juan, PR starting February 10th, and it never seems like I can leverage these last minute travel deals which regularly clog my inbox.
However, when I called I was told that the property we were staying at would not be offering the deal. I went from being psyched that we could save some money during our 5-night stay to disappointed and frustrated. It makes me wish I had not seen the offer. After getting off the phone today I blasted out a tweet crying foul, but I don’t know if it will help or provide any satisfaction. Should I hear back from the Renaissance Properties, I’ll be sure to update you.
Tagged BosGuy, Boston Guy, Travel
Saturday’s eye candy
I have to wonder if this mystery man has ever tasted ice cream or eaten french fries. I hope not because it would seem tragically unfair for one person to have such a handsome face, fit body and high metabolism. I hope he has someone special in his life, but if not I’m willing to offer myself as a surrogate.
Tagged BosGuy, Boston Guy, Gay
Come fly with me
A little flight attendent humor. I hope you enjoy.
Ryan Landry announces dates for "Pussy on the House"
Ryan Landry and his Gold Dust Orphans are set to spoof one of my all-time favorite movies in his next play entitled, Pussy on the House.
Landry’s plays, which come to life with the help of the Gold Dust Orphans, routinely take American classics and turn them on their head with bawdy banter that pokes fun at stereotypes. When Ryan is at his best, his shows are so funny that you leave with a bellyache from laughing so hard. So rent a copy of Cat on a Hot Tin Roof if you are unfamiliar with the story. Both Paul Newman and Elizabeth Taylor are so amazingly beautiful in this movie I promise it will hold your attention. Then plan a night out with friends and purchase your tickets early to see Ryan’s perverse take on William’s classic. You won’t be disappointed.
Pussy on the House
February 25 – March 20
Friday and Saturday nights at 8:00 p.m.
Sundays at 5:00 p.m.
Where: Ramrod/MACHINE 1254 Boylston Street, Boston
Cost: $35 General Admission / $45 VIP Reserved Seating
Purchase Tickets Here
To provide you with a teaser of what you can expect from Landry, I’ve included a video clip of the song “SuperEgo Blues” from his 2008 play, Whizzin.
Tagged BosGuy, Boston, Boston Guy, Theater
Favorite Tweet of the day: Boston forecast
The picture attached to the Tweet is the same as the image below in my previous post. However, the descriptive Tweet is extremely funny.
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New England weather update
Image courtesy of Mom.
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