TotallyOz

I rarely see the point of a thread being closed. I am also OK with threads going off point. But, this thread is not deleted. It is still visible to all. And, anyone can start another thread on the subject being discussed. That is also very easy to do. I agree with Z that perhaps it would have been better to split the thread. But, that is also often a hard thing to do with so many posts off topic. What I hate to see if Firecat not sharing his great adventure with us as I logged in each day just to see what he had done (and who he had done).

The older I get, the less bags I travel with. But, I find the older I get, the more Margarita's I need.

Fascinating thread on Reddit. https://np.reddit.com/r/casualiama/comments/3lkw9s/im_a_straight_24_year_old_male_who_is_engaged_to/ I find it interesting as when I was a pimp, I had several stories from my years of the boys taking to the men they met through money. Many expressed the same desires, someone to care for them forever. All knew it was all about money. But, some did fall in love with their suitors. Maybe not the mad passionate love we all think of, but a loving relationship none the less. One friend hooked up with a guy who was in his 70's and was told he would get everything when he died. 20 years later, the guy is in his 90's and I believe my friend will get everything but I don't think it is the life he expected. My story: I met a Thai guy over 10 years ago and we have been together for a long time. He is straight and he is wonderful to me. It was about money and still is but I do believe he genuinely cares for me. I am a big part of his family. But, the money has been constantly flowing and as long as I know what the relationship is and he knows, it is OK with both of us. He has even asked for marriage a few times. But, I am not the marrying type.

Four men were arrested for sex with a 15 year old boy they met on Grindr. The boy told his family and they pressed charges. http://www.hometownlife.com/story/news/local/south-lyon/2015/09/25/gay-hook-teen-leads-charges-men/72796334/

I love the first series and have not been so excited in ages to see another season. This week my wish came true and I was able to see the new show. It had a 2 hour premiere. If you have not seen it, give it a watch. The writing is great and the show is excellent.

LOL I had someone tell me the same thing about my driver in Salvador, Brazil. He was taking me to all the gay saunas in the city and in rough parts of town. I told him it was not safe. He said, he was use to doing it and it was his job and he understood the risks.

I have been to Sao Paulo many times over the years and have several trip reports here. It is my favorite city in Brazil. I like it for both the culture and the boys. Excellent in both areas.

Not so sure the trip is about being vain. Some like adventure and to challenge themselves and really love these challenges. I have a friend that has hiked to all of the 7 major summits and for him, it was to prove he could do it to himself. For me, I would love to helicopter to the top and take some photos. Is that allowed?

The bombing was an isolated incident and I don't think it will stop tourism for the long term. I have spoken to at least 20 people there now and all feel perfectly safe. I had 2 friends from USA in Thailand when the bombing happened and they felt safe as well. Things like this can happen anywhere in the world and most people know this. Thailand does not have the reputation for violence against foreigners. That said, I do think this Junta has hurt tourism and will make it much worst before it gets better.

It is good to hear that Lucky is traveling and sharing his good fortunes with the world. I hope that he is able to get to Thailand some time and that Lurker will be able to report back to us on whether or not he enjoyed that trip or felt safe. Although, I do know the answer to that. Everyone that goes to Thailand feels safe. I have yet to have anyone tell me otherwise. Lurker, thanks for the report. We all wish Lucky well in his travels and adventures. Lucky, thanks for the report. But, as you know, we have some to expect a few photos with Brazil trip reports. Got anything more for us?

Thailand's motion picture association has selected a gay-themed, coming-of-age drama, "How to Win at Checkers (Every Time)," as an entry for the foreign-language category at the Academy Awards. The movie is about an 11-year-old boy named Ek being raised by his gay, older brother in a poor Bangkok suburb. Ek tries to help his brother dodge the country's military draft lottery in the film, which touches on corruption, discrimination and social status in Thai society — and was released while a military government is running the country. The film "has successfully been able to raise issues that people in Thailand don't openly talk about," said Weerasak Kowsurat, secretary-general of the National Federation of Thai Motion Picture and Content Associations. An 8-person committee from the federation chose the film from among 59 contenders on Tuesday and submitted it Thursday as its selection for the Oscars foreign-language category, Weerasak said. http://www.denverpost.com/ci_28869356/thailand-names-gay-themed-drama-oscar-contender

Thank you! As always, excellent advice.

Totally agree. I don't think the site is fully legit but I do think it is trying and it improves year by year.

I have watched the Rio Times since it started. It was done with a Word Press Theme and initially had all re-written articles from other sources. It has grown a great deal. Please feel free to post any links to any site you feel relevant. It is good information for us all.

Great report and great photos. Thank you! I have been given an opportunity to spend 6 months in Argentina in 2016 and I have not decided yet. Did you feel safe?

Can you tell us what you think of the gay scene in Buenos Aires? Does it compare to Rio?

Copyright ruled to be out of date. http://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-34332853

I like this series. I also like Dylan. Teen Wolf is a must see as he and Tyler are great together and they have fun story lines.

Altarosas - Wow, a great sauna. But, a pain in the ass to get to.

Digging up the dead? Nope. But, all of your IP's are always from the same place. Maybe, just maybe you have a neighbor that also likes the site. But, you always give yourself away pretty quickly. As soon as I saw your post I wondered why anyone would respond that way. In less than 5 seconds, I knew it was you.

Thank you. Much appreciated. Why? Well, I use to get all of my future movie possibilities from small arts type cinemas that are found in larger cities in USA. They tend to showcase movies and films that are not going to be mass marketed. As I can't go there now, I find other ways to find the movies. But, I guess you were just trying to get a reaction rather than contribute. Right Matrix AKA ChgoBoy?

I grew up reading a few books but Jackie Collins books were always in my home as my mother read them. I then read them. I enjoyed them.

Having not been in a big USA city for a few years, are there some good movies that are gay themed that are out on video that I should watch?

Interesting article. http://www.pride.com/long-reads/2015/9/18/what-i-learned-my-time-sex-addict