The Gay/Lesbian/Bisexual Alliance Club

[GAR]

On television, I know stereotyping and generalisation is the name of the game, but looking at almost all programmes about gay men, why are they depicted as people who just have sex for fun, and sleep around? I don't think I've ever really seen a programme that respects the love. No wonder people assume so much, it's all about HIV and AIDs

Well...yeah. The sad thing is a lot of gay guys *do* sleep around a lot. Just recently my friend Chuck cheated on his boyfriend of three years, Travis, with Abe...who had a solid year with this guy named Chris (who reminds me of Napolean Dynamite). So Chuck and Abe broke up with their BF's, and decided to date each other. Well, both ended up cheating...until Chuck decided to break up with Abe and go back to Travis. The worst part is...he CHEATS on him still!

I think gays and lesbians are starting to be written beyond the stereotype...a little. The Sarah Silverman Program has a gay couple that is about as down to earth as you can get. Buffy the Vampire Slayer had the AWESOME Willow/Tara story...and the "okay" Willow/Kennedy story.

x_x. Ah well, I know there must be a few out there ^^'. Queer As Folk, that had love didn't it?

Eh...Queer As Folk...Yes there are two ongoing love stories on the show. But I think most people focus on the Brian/Justin storyline as what a "Gay relationship" should be like. heh...I don't think so! I think Justin has more sex with random strangers when he's dating Brian than when he isn't! I truly truly despise what that show is preaching...that an open-ended relationship is A-OK for gay guys. Give me a break!

[Nintandy]

No wonder gays are so stereotyped then x_x. Some people like me actually respect the love and I am proud. I know I have been single my entire life, but I also know how love can feel, and it's something so amazing it's impossible to describe. I'm going to hold out, and prove that ok, so guys get all the sex and crap, and they are happy, but at least I get a life with depth and respect ^^. Just lying there with someone next to you, embraced in an eternal moment, it's something I know is special, and personal. And I cannot wait for it!

And in response to the TV topic, I never did truly watch Queer as Folk, I seriously just saw a few tribute vids on the net haha. So I guess that's one example down la toilette :O.

Take care, and good to see you posting GAR!

-- Andy

[GAR]

No wonder gays are so stereotyped then x_x. Some people like me actually respect the love and I am proud.

Well the good news is there *are* people like yourself out there, you just have to wade through all the B.S. to find it. The simplest test is when you date a guy, if he is willing to do non-sexual things with you, and not pressure you to get intimate until you are ready. My personal length is three to four months. If after that time he hasn't cheated, and has proven himself to be all there, then I feel comfortable to progress to the next level.

I know I have been single my entire life, but I also know how love can feel, and it's something so amazing it's impossible to describe. I'm going to hold out, and prove that ok, so guys get all the sex and crap, and they are happy, but at least I get a life with depth and respect

*applauds* Sex without love is like a Cd without a CD player. Sure, you can appreciate a CD's stylish design and it's aesthetic beauty...but you cannot enjoy anything deeper. Ugh, that was a horrible metaphor. *slaps forehead*

And in response to the TV topic, I never did truly watch Queer as Folk, I seriously just saw a few tribute vids on the net haha.

Ugh, if that show were based on real people. Brian would have every S.T.D. known to man and Justin would at least be HIV Positive. They must have slept with over sixty guys over the course of the show. (!!!)

If anyone's seen Drawn Together, the character of Xandir is actually a fairly positive gay role model...and he comes across as much saner than the rest of the toons on the show.

Take care, and good to see you posting GAR!

Thanx! I had exams last week and was completely zombified when I wasn't in skewl.

[Nintandy]

So true, I just hope I find that someone. It's not easy x_x. I also don't want to have to resort to online relationships!

About the CD, no, that metaphor kicked butt!!! It's so true, and totally what I stand up for .

Also yea, school is hectic, I have a three day trek coming up then half a week of Italy straight after, including a hike up Mount Vesuvius O_O. THEN I HAVE TO CATCH UP WITH WORK. Aaaah O_O.

Anyway, over here, there are people who actually want HIV in the gay community, and consider it a gift.. It's so messed up our country is so supportive, but sex is paramount still, over love. Such a shame, when things such as civil partnership are available. But like you say, there ARE people out there who will love. I just hope I find it for myself ^^.

-- Andy

[GAR]

Anyway, over here, there are people who actually want HIV in the gay community, and consider it a gift.. It's so messed up

8?O Oh, those people exist over here in America too....there were "parties" in Los Angeles where guys would deliberately have these massive orgies with the sole intention to catch HIV (I guess the people with AIDS were the 'guests of honor', so to speak).

I personally can't explain it...or begin to understand where these people are coming from or what is going through their minds. It's frightening to think anyone out there would want HIV/AIDS.

NEWays Good Luck in Africa and Italy! It sounds like it'll be hard *and* rewarding at the same time!

[Nintandy]

Yea, they used butt plugs so that the semen couldn't escape, and they would take it in turns to secure the "gift"..

It is indeed terrifying, but those are the sort of places you'd tend to avoid anyway, THANK GOD.

Also thank you for the support. I am doing it for those who believe in me, and my own progress. I could easily quit.. my best friend had to due to money issues. But I stayed in, and I believe it will boost my confidence considerably. After all, I have a shoddy self esteem at times, I am sure it will improve both my figure and the way I see myself ^^.

-- Andy

EDIT: Well a day or so later, no replies, so I'm going to say my goodbyes here . I'm going for over a week, somewhere without internet access. Also known as the great outdoors, hiking. Then Italy. So I'll miss y'all, and it'll be tough for me, but I am sure this is going to help me a lot. Don't go doing anything silly you lot whilst I am away O_O. Then again you have Willows Tara and co to keep things under control ^^.

I am sure somebody will post after this before I leave, but just in case, I hope you have a great week, good luck to anybody having a rough time, just remain vigilent and see the light in life . You'll pull through, and I think everybody here is truly a good person, sooo things should be good!

What a long winded way to depart. Well, it's only for a week, but when you're like me and you post practically every day, IT'S A BIG THING!!!

Hugs and stuff,

-- Andy (again)

[articuno_trumps_all]

Also, Arti, personally I've been great, and wow, that's a huge difference..
I feel somewhat foolish :<

I was just busting you chops. It's kind of funny because she always talk about being mistaken for her.

[Willow's Tara]

NT- Okay then, bye we will miss ya Have fun
Welcome to any new members.

Hmm don't know whatt else to say lol

[Nathan Madien]

EDIT: Well a day or so later, no replies, so I'm going to say my goodbyes here . I'm going for over a week, somewhere without internet access. Also known as the great outdoors, hiking. Then Italy. So I'll miss y'all, and it'll be tough for me, but I am sure this is going to help me a lot. Don't go doing anything silly you lot whilst I am away O_O. Then again you have Willows Tara and co to keep things under control ^^.

I am sure somebody will post after this before I leave, but just in case, I hope you have a great week, good luck to anybody having a rough time, just remain vigilent and see the light in life . You'll pull through, and I think everybody here is truly a good person, sooo things should be good!

What a long winded way to depart. Well, it's only for a week, but when you're like me and you post practically every day, IT'S A BIG THING!!!

Hugs and stuff,

-- Andy (again)

You're leaving for a while? I am going to miss you, Nintandy. Have fun, then. ^^

[Spookz]

Ah, our play, too, is coming up soon..

Only like..20 days..wow that's soon.

We open in just over a week. D: So not ready.

Anyways,
We're thinking of doing something for Christmas, possibly with songs from Broadway..
Intriguing to say the least..

We never do anything for Christmas, aside from the choir but that doesn't really count. We just have a Winter Play- but what you've mentioned sounds interesting.

And for One Act, we're thinking about doing a nonmusical version of Ruthless..

Only time we've done One Acts was last year; two One Acts (both written by students) in one night, plus some improv. That was all to raise money for our trip to Nebraska. I kind of hope we do it again this year, and I really want to go back to Nebraska- good times were had.

Sppokz- True, plays/musicials can take alot of your time, it did for me but I still had fun

Precisely why I'm going to major in theatre once I get to college- I can get paid for doing something I don't even view to be work.

im joining....
Gay and proud!

Welcome to the club!

And with all that being said, I should get to bed. D: Oh how I dislike school.

[Angelroid]

I will always support this club and anything.

[Willow's Tara]

Spookz- Yeah,m I wanted to do acting too, maybe I will do it still someday, as I said before, the musicial was alot of fun
Angelroid- I think we all agree

Anyways, we need a new topic, anyone got ideas?

[Angelroid]

Angelroid- I think we all agree

Anyways, we need a new topic, anyone got ideas?

Funny thing is that i almost forgot about this site.

[Ho-oh Master]

Ah what the hell I'll join. I'm still not comfortable with being open and all :<

[Nathan Madien]

Hello, everyone. I am feeling stuffy right now. However, the good news is that I went to the dentist today and he said I have no cavities.

[Blackjack Gabbiani]

I've had tooth pain for ages, but the dentist couldn't find any problems.

[articuno_trumps_all]

I've had tooth pain for ages, but the dentist couldn't find any problems.

Do you have any headaches too? It could be sinus pressure. Also, it could be differed pain, as the nerves of teeth are super sensitive.

[Blackjack Gabbiani]

Not really. It happens when I eat sticky food.

[JET_ALONE]

I'm bored. So, hello.

I broke up with my boyfriend!

I guess it was a nice two year learning curve.

I didn't really cry though..

[Willow's Tara]

Ho-oh- Welcome and that's ok, maybe one day you will able to be open but for now you can just be open to us
NM- That'ss good, my teeth are white too, I clean it everyday.
BG- That's bad, I hope it clears up soon
jA- Well it's good you aren't upset, because we don't want you depressed now do we,