Bear of a Man

Heat!

2012-02-05T17:55:00.002-05:00

I don't normally like to bitch on this here website thingy, but I have to vent this little bit. I live with a roommate in a flat on the second floor of a three story house. We have those old hot water radiators that provide the heat and since it is a house divided into flats there was, and still is, only one spot where one can adjust the temperature. It is located in the flat on the main floor,

Favorite Song

2012-02-03T13:59:00.000-05:00

I've been a little addicted to this song lately. I've heard mixed reviews and honestly I'm not sure I know where I stand on it myself. She's definitely a bit of a product and a bit of a rich kid, but for what it's worth, it's worked on me. The whole package, her, the song, the video is beautifully blended and creates a lovely nostalgic effect. She's been criticized for being a product in a

Drunk Grindr

2012-01-25T00:20:00.000-05:00

Thank you Salmagundi for posting this. It is awesome. They have yet to update Grindr for Android 4.0 so I am stuck with Scruff. Meh, a little more to my liking any how. Follow them on Twitter!

Fresh Mix

2012-01-18T12:39:00.002-05:00

Wet Men

2012-01-18T00:29:00.000-05:00

Duncan

2012-01-17T10:40:00.000-05:00

This cute little animated vlog is done by my friend and colleague Blair Fukumura. An amazingly talented and wonderful fellow who deserves to be discovered and snapped up by Pixar. This is the first episode in a series of shorts Blair is creating. Visit Duncan's YouTube page to see more of him and ask questions of the dinosaur.

The Kids Are Alright

2012-01-09T14:46:00.000-05:00

This is stolen from a cute blog I read occasionally called My New Life. But stolen via another blog called up and down we go, which I have never heard of before, but might read now that I have and know that the owner posts things like this: Yesterday I had a pair of brothers in my store. One was maybe between 15 and 17. He was a wrestler at the local high school. Kind of tall, stocky and

Dr. Seuss

2012-01-09T10:56:00.000-05:00

I have never been to Burning Man, but this makes me want to go... and the cute boys.

Take Out Religion

2012-01-05T08:36:00.003-05:00

This is a brilliant flow chart. I love how half of the decisions are based on which foods you prefer! Although I am a bit disappointed with the lack of an Agnostic category.

Post Holiday

2012-01-02T06:37:00.000-05:00

Okay, so I lied about putting together a couple of posts over the holidays. It seems I needed to have a practically internet free holiday. It was actually really good. My vacation, that is. Lots of time with my folks, family and friends. I made a couple of new friends and just plain relaxed. Oh and I ate my face off too. It was great. Thank you to everyone who dropped by while I was away. I hope

Vacation!

2011-12-20T10:50:00.000-05:00

I will be heading out East for the Holidays, as usual. Leaving today. I won't have the usual resources at my disposal for generating posts, not that I have been that industrious of late, so they may sparce. So business as usual. But I will be sure to put a couple together. I found this lovely little song on dan in OKC, a great blog filled with his thoughts, life, music, and cute guys. Kinda like

Heroics

2011-11-30T10:59:00.001-05:00

Stolen from Homotography. Some beautiful men to brighten your Wednesday. Paul Freeman's site. And the book, Heroics.

Don't Say Gay

2011-11-30T10:34:00.001-05:00

This is cute. I don't know about the little kid smacking his big brother around, but I like the message.

It's Time

2011-11-29T18:02:00.001-05:00

My track recod isn't that great these days. About one post a week. Sad. This has been floating around for a week or so, it is so beautiful and so simple I had to share it with those who might not have seen it yet. Enjoy.

Love

2011-11-22T13:50:00.001-05:00

I read this today. Joe.My.God posted it, of course. It's good. Really good. And the responses are even better. I'm going to post the entire thing so that you don't have to go through the simple step of clicking on a link. Have a read. I’m Christian, unless you’re gay. Today I want to write about something that has bothered me for the better part of a decade. I’ve carved out no fewer than

Late Night Reading

2011-11-14T02:05:00.001-05:00

I can't sleep. I, myself am partly to blame, though I also blame Mr. Eric Arvin. You see, I have been on a bit of a tear, I can't read enough of his stuff. It's getting bad. I haven't exhausted the paperback selection, yet, but I know it will happen and I'm sitting thinking about how I can read his ebook stuff when I don't have any type of electronic reader (even though I really don't like

2011-11-11T11:20:00.001-05:00

Men

2011-11-04T13:57:00.000-04:00

Mushroom Burial Suit

2011-11-04T12:15:00.000-04:00

This is great. I totally agree that our burial practices are outdated and in need of a shift. It may seem odd at first but this talk makes sense. More about the Infinity Burial Project and about Jae Rhim Lee. Plus here's a link to more of her environmental art.

I Heart Bikes

2011-11-03T13:33:00.000-04:00

Favorite Song

2011-11-01T16:34:00.000-04:00

I have been falling in love with Florence + the Machine. Here's one of my new favorites.

Happy Hallowe'en!

2011-10-31T12:32:00.001-04:00

Gus Johnston

2011-10-24T14:04:00.000-04:00

A lovely video from a now retired field hockey player in Australia. In his own words... After many years of competing in hockey at an elite level, I've decided to share my story and experience with homophobia in sport. It's taken me many years to find the strength to share it, but I hope that people find value in hearing it. I enjoy the fact that he challenges those "in his community" to

Insomnia

2011-10-24T02:28:00.000-04:00

Every once in a while, usually when I have to rise at some ungodly hour for work, I suffer from insomnia. I lie in bed and doze. Tossing and turning, tangled in my covers, sweaty and impatient from the lack of much needed rest. I'll stop my grumpy tirade on my ever working brain and read for a while, then maybe catch another wisp of sleep soon to be woken by my nerves telling me I have to be up

Word Search

2011-10-21T12:05:00.000-04:00

This is cute. Stole it from Salmagundi. My four are Loyal, Outspoken, Passionate and Elegant. I found Sentimental quickly after that.

Time Travel Not Included

2011-10-20T10:26:00.002-04:00

The folks at the DeLorean Motor Company have announced that they will be selling the DeLorean again come 2013, but as an Electric Car! It should have a max speed of 125mph, (more than enough to get you back to 1955 or 1885 or hey if you want to jump ahead a couple years to 2015) and cost between $90,000 - $100,000. Start saving your pennies! And it'll even have a place for your iPod.

Occupy Wall Street

2011-10-14T23:17:00.000-04:00

Powerful stuff. Thanks to Salmagundi for posting.

Wise Words

2011-10-14T20:08:00.000-04:00

I saw this on The Book of Face and thought I would share it. Ahem. And somewhat in line with the first. As per #2 I have been lucky that my family is supportive in my artistic pursuits, but they don't always cheer me on like the shirtless male cheerleaders doing back handsprings I imagine... hehe. And this one made an appearance on the blog not too long ago but I think it needs some

Late Night Crush

2011-10-07T00:53:00.000-04:00

Thy name is Ben... Umph...

Politics

2011-10-04T14:41:00.000-04:00

Some of you here in Canada may have heard about the recent Transphobic ad that was published in the National Post (which is our more right leaning national paper) by The Institute for Canadian Values. To quote from the Institute's website: The Institute for Canadian Values is a national think-tank dedicated to advancing knowledge of public policy issues from Judeo-Christian intellectual and

Lip Dub

2011-10-04T13:02:00.000-04:00

I occasionally read a wonderful blog titled Joe.My.God.. I'm sure you've heard of it, it's internet famous. Joe is based in NY, NY, and he likes to keep up on all the political thingamajiggins going on down there so I have read a fair amount about the goings on with the 2012 Presidential race. One candidate stands out like no other, her name is Michelle Bachmann. She's special. I usually

Dead?

2011-09-30T13:21:00.000-04:00

It has been a while since a post hit this here blog thingy, and I am sorry for the lack of updates. It has been a slug through the mud lately with getting sick, work exploding, the general malaise that followed from being rather drained and the lack of any sort of artistic endevour. Well, things have shifted back into a more 'normal' gear of life, so a few more posts will follow this rather

Amazing Ireland

2011-09-09T00:17:00.000-04:00

It looks like Ireland is on it's way to joining the Same-Sex Marriage Club. Currently in the club are: Argentina, Belgium, Canada, Iceland, the Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, South Africa, and Sweden who celebrate same-sex marriage nation wide. Of course parts of the US and Mexico City do too, and other countries recognize it but don't celebrate it or have something similar like England

Men

2011-09-06T14:29:00.001-04:00

Where The Hell Is Matt?

2011-09-05T22:34:00.000-04:00

I know this is rather old in Internet years, but I saw it again recently and thought I would post it. It's beautiful and makes me cry every time. Love it. Where the Hell is Matt? (2008) from Matthew Harding on Vimeo.

Weekend

2011-08-28T22:12:00.000-04:00

This looks lovely, sad and happy.

Work It Out

2011-08-23T21:49:00.000-04:00

These ridiculous... I mean, hot, no... I mean ridiculous and hot clips were found on Accidental Bear, well one of them was and I just hunted down the rest. They are quite silly, but star some stupidly hot men, do check them out, but do so at home as they are rather NSFW. And now for the cool down...

Jack

2011-08-22T22:42:00.000-04:00

Canada suffered a great loss today with the passing of the Honorable Jack Layton. Words cannot describe how those that admired him are feeling. No matter your politics he was a man of hard work and integrity who loved his counrty. May he rest in peace. "My friends, love is better than anger. Hope is better than fear. Optimism is better than despair. So let us be loving, hopeful and optimistic

Revo Lights

2011-08-21T23:05:00.000-04:00

These look so cool. I totally want them for my bike. Amazing illumination and such a cool feature for your bike. Totally a worthy cause to support. Here's the video for this cute entrepreneur and his totally cool invention. I might just throw some money his way to get a pair of these before everyone has some. Great idea.

Morning Crush

2011-08-18T10:43:00.000-04:00

Thy name is Anderson... I know he's been featured before as a crush but this little report has me back sighing with lust. Oh Anderson, you're so cute. The cutest bit is about two thirds in but really watch the whole thing, he's adorable. This is a bit of news, unfortunately, M. Depardieu will never live down.

Move, Learn, Eat

2011-08-09T22:00:00.000-04:00

Stolen from Gay In The City these three shorts are wonderful. They inspire, really. Right after I watched them I wanted to jump on a plane to Europe and live! I hope you feel the same. Maybe we can all take a big vacation together! They're all directed by Rick Mereki and star the adorable Andrew Lees.

Retirement Lip Dub

2011-08-08T13:45:00.000-04:00

This is AWESOME! I totally LOLed.

Kitty Lambert's REAL Wedding.

2011-07-25T22:21:00.001-04:00

Cheryle Rudd (left) and Kitty Lambert, aw look at that smile. Kitty got her wish! If you remember, she tried a while ago. CONGRATULATIONS KITTY AND CHERYLE!!!! Full article here.

Thandie Newton

2011-07-22T17:07:00.001-04:00

SO good.

Truth

2011-07-13T15:52:00.000-04:00

Stolen from Salmagundi. Thanks for the reminder.

Men

2011-07-13T14:57:00.000-04:00

Going Sailing!

2011-07-12T13:07:00.001-04:00

Growing up with the Atlantic Ocean as your front yard prescribes a few things; you need to learn to swim, you learn to deal with the crazy weather, you will always miss the mixed smell of rotten fish/seaweed/mud/salt/etc when you're away from it for a while, and you will at some point be on a boat... probably more than twice. There are more, but I thought I'd be brief. As young lads my

69 Followers!!

2011-07-05T19:33:00.001-04:00

Happy Independance Day!!!

2011-07-04T12:29:00.000-04:00

Happy Pride!!!

2011-07-02T10:09:00.002-04:00

It may be the 2nd of July, but here in Toronto the Pride festivities are still going. The circuit boys have been dancing since Wednesday and the whole thing started last Friday. But now the street has been closed, the stages set up, the bars stocked and the weather is cooperating (somewhat, tomorrow will be better). Today is the Dyke March and tomorrow the Parade! If you haven't been out on the

Happy Canada Day!!!

2011-07-01T13:36:00.002-04:00

Stats

2011-06-28T18:17:00.000-04:00

So I've been glancing at my stats lately and there are some interesting results. I've reached over 32,000 page views since I started about three years ago, over 6,000 last month. Which is cool, although I could post more and bring that up, lazy ass that I am. My top three posts of all time (viewer wise) are Wet Men, Wet Men and It's Tuesday (also of men in various stages of undress), go figure.

Well Said!

2011-06-28T12:42:00.000-04:00

Stolen from Joe My God.

Dancing On The Job

2011-06-22T11:31:00.000-04:00

Stolen from Sissydude, this woman is great and really who wouldn't want to dance three hours a day, five days a week as part of your job!?

Hair

2011-06-11T16:15:00.001-04:00

So as you might know, Gaga's Song Born This Way (that's right, no link, I'm sure we've all heard it enough to know what I'm talking about) was declared a few months ago, by Sir Elton, the newest Gay Anthem. It is quite a song and really catchy, but a gay anthem? Well only the decades will say. I, myself enjoy the song for a few reasons: it's catchy and fun; it's all about what LGBTQ people have

Casey Spooner All Mixed Up

2011-06-01T11:11:00.000-04:00

I saw Casey open for the Scissor Sisters the last time they made it to Toronto. He was pretty good and kinda fun. Hadn't heard of him before then, so it was nice to be introduced. Here's the French Kiss Mafia's remix of Casey's lovely song Faye Dunaway. You can download the original from his site linked above. The video is definitely NSFW, so watch at home boys and girls. Great tune though.

The Seed Cathedral

2011-05-31T14:42:00.000-04:00

Some of you might be familiar with The Seed Cathredral which was built by the UK for the 2010 Expo in Shanghai. Here's a talk by the designer about constructing it and some of the other projects his Studio has been working on. An exploration of the building.

Men

2011-05-31T12:23:00.000-04:00

War Horse

2011-05-30T13:38:00.000-04:00

This is coming to Toronto in February with a Canadian cast, so great! These days, only about one show a season isn't a tour for anything Mirvish. Looks Amazing. It's been playing in London's West End, and on Broadway. For more information go to Mirvish.com

Emo Alpaca

2011-05-20T15:23:00.000-04:00

Stolen from A Slice of Gay Pie.

Muppet Proposal

2011-05-19T13:24:00.000-04:00

This is way too cute. Here's the full story.

Things I Am Working On

2011-05-17T23:45:00.000-04:00

I did this last class, but get a second pass at it in a couple weeks (my acting class is on hiatus for two weeks). So much fun! This one I haven't done yet, just got the script last week. Should be good though. Love the Greek subtitles.

Harper Harper Harper

2011-05-05T13:36:00.002-04:00

So, up here in the Great White North we had a little election. I know this is old news to some of you, and I think everyone's a little sick of talking and thinking about the next four years (the depression has set in for most of Canada), but here's a little review of how we got here. It's an interesting time. We had a Conservative Minority government for the past seven years, and now we have a

I Don't Know, Maybe I'm Wrong...

2011-05-05T11:52:00.000-04:00

...But I think this talk is brilliant. Please take the time to watch this, it's a home run.

Cosmo Jarvis - Sure As Hell Not Jesus

2011-04-24T10:23:00.000-04:00

I love you Cosmo.

Men

2011-04-23T21:15:00.000-04:00

Things I Am Working On

2011-04-06T19:11:00.001-04:00

So, I take classes. Acting classes and voice classes and singing lessons to keep my chops up to snuff. And every once in a while I work on scenes from movies that people know. Well, here's one I'm working on right now. Yup, I get to play Alec Baldwin. Fucking awesome.

Stylish Blogger

2011-04-05T16:44:00.002-04:00

So I got this award from a blogger friend, like weeeeeeks ago, so I figured I should thank him and get on with the whole thing. About time really, I have been a lazy bastard about this whole blogging thing these days. Terrible. Well thanks to you there mister hottie pants that you are, Rob of J@v@ Junkie. You my friend are a very Stylish Blogger, and I am flattered that you picked me. Am I

Amazing Ireland

2011-04-02T12:44:00.000-04:00

Part of BeLonG To Youth Services. BeLonG To is a national youth service for Lesbian Gay Bisexual & Transgender (LGBT) young people in Ireland. We believe that LGBT young people need to be respected and cared for on the same basis as all other young people, and that when they are safe and supported in their families, schools & society they will thrive as healthy and equal citizens.Well done I

Skittles

2011-03-31T12:00:00.000-04:00

I worked with this guy, I might call him a friend, even. He's hilarious. Yup, I know him.

This Is Interesting...

2011-03-24T09:47:00.000-04:00

Scientology is stepping up their game. This is really slick and kind of disturbing. Praise Xenu.

New York, New York

2011-03-18T09:02:00.000-04:00

Hello Gents! I am off to the Big Apple today for a bit of fun for the weekend! See you all soon! PS - 50 Followers! Woo Hoo!

Turkish Oil Wrestling

2011-03-07T12:41:00.000-05:00

I know photos of this amazing sport have been circulating the internet for a while now, but this is the first video I have seen. It's great. I love the music. Enjoy! bustour#4 - gladyatörs from markus dassel on Vimeo.

Brian Dettmer

2011-03-07T12:07:00.001-05:00

Thanks to Samagundi for introducing me to this lovely artist. Brian Dettmer creates images from words, in a way. And every sculpture has a story. Here's a short interview where he describes his work. I can't imagine the patience necessary for creating these works of art.

Atomic Tom - Don't You Want Me

2011-03-04T13:18:00.000-05:00

Now test your knowledge of 80s movies! I can't believe how many I knew, I thought I'd fogotten about half of them!

Gaga

2011-03-02T11:20:00.000-05:00

I'm not sure what to make of this, but it's got a good beat...

Beer Boot?

2011-03-01T23:41:00.001-05:00

My roommate tells me there's a place here in Toronto that serves beer in a boot. I wonder if it's this one?

Banana Bread

2011-02-27T18:13:00.001-05:00

I believe I have mentioned my love of banana bread, but it is good to remind you. Anyone wishing to mail me a loaf or drop one off at my house would be a friend forever. In fact I am baking some right now, but really, who can have too much banana bread? I do wish you could smell my house right now, it's amazing. I added some of one of my favorite rums to this current batch and I think I might

Rebecca Drysdale - It Gets Better

2011-02-26T22:13:00.000-05:00

Stolen from Blair, this is fantastic. I love all the swearing!

Timber

2011-02-25T11:06:00.001-05:00

I have been absent for a while, mostly due to life exploding, but I am back and here's a cute message for eveyone to keep in mind. Beards grow back.

It's Tuesday

2011-02-15T22:43:00.000-05:00

The Cave

2011-02-14T23:29:00.000-05:00

I know I am late in getting into this group, but I don't care, they're great.

What The Fuck

2011-02-14T13:10:00.000-05:00

Thanks to Blair for pointing out the meaning of this song. I can share Cosmo's frustration, sometimes you really wonder 'what the fuck I'm doin?'. And yet you can't seem to help yourself and keep trudging along. Cheers Mate!

Hooray For Egypt!!!

2011-02-11T13:16:00.000-05:00

He's stepped down - The Globe and Mail.

Biomimicry

2011-02-10T15:55:00.000-05:00

Biomimicry or biomimetics is the examination of nature, its models, systems, processes, and elements to emulate or take inspiration from in order to solve human problems. From Wikipedia. This is an amazing talk discussing how with the knowledge and 3.2 bilion years of research nature has been doing we can help solve a lot of the current waste and power problems facing the world today.