Full Weekend, Full Belly
The holiday season hasn’t officially started yet, but I’ve already been pigging out for the past month or two. In fact, since September, i’ve gained 5 pounds. Seriously! I think I’m going to put my bathroom scale on vacation for the rest of the holiday season. Ignorance is bliss.
But despite (or because of) eating too much, I did have a thoroughly enjoyable weekend. Friday night I got together with Marin, Bryan and Randy for cards. Marin recently moved to a loft in the South End so this was the first time we went there. Interesting space, but dangerous. The sleeping quarters are in an upstairs place up these slippery wooden steps. Last week, Marin apparently fell down in the middle of the night and now he has this vicious, painful bump near his knee cap the looks like it’s going to need some serious medical attention.
On Saturday morning, Randy and I popped by his two friend’s place in Southie to wish them a good trip to Germany for Thanksgiving. We pigged out bagels and cookies.
An hour later we met up with J.P. and Earl (see blog link to the right) since they were visiting Boston or the weekend. They were staying at the Doubltree near Chinatown so we decided to go for Vietnamese food. I got my bubble tea (yum) and some chicken/noodle dish. We all had a great time then walked into the South End where we stumbled upon some wine-tasting and then popped into Aunt Sadie’s…cuz we’re gay and that’s what you’re supposed to do. Outside, we got a few pictures. The sad thing is that we saw this adorable sleigh on the sidewalk so we all decided to pose with it. Of course, we ended up completely blocking the sleigh by standing in front of it so all you can see is the ugly construction behind us. D’oh. Anyway, here goes:
That night, Randy and I attended a dessert-themed party at my friend, David’s. He’s got this beautiful place in the South End and it was packed with trim/fit short gay men (and three women). It was a fun time…I met a lot of people and even got groped by one as he walked by…right in front of Randy! But Randy didn’t mind because the groper was the hottest guy at the party (score!). But the best part of the evening was a brilliant snack idea for future parties. Somebody made Rice Krispie treats and rolled them around 1 inch cut Twizzlers, then wrapped that in green apple fruit roll ups. Others were wrapped with a Swedish Fish candy on top. They looked just like Sushi! How brilliant is that?!?!?!
On Sunday, I went to two more open houses. Unfortunately, this ruled out that condo I saw last week since further inspection revealed much more serious problems that would need addressing. The other place we saw was really nice, but it was a bit of a hike to the subway and the ceilings were REALLY low. The search goes on.
Finally, last night we went to Randy’s ex’s boyfriend’s place (does that make sense) for dinner and conversation. Phew. More food (and what yummy food it was!)
Now it’s Monday and I’m eating again (yogurt this time). Life is good.
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Those are great photos. Who is who? I know you and Randy… but who is Earl and who is JP? What’s Aunt Sadies?
The sushi candy is very clever, very Martha. You’ve been a bone rack for too long, it’s good you’re eating. Keep the five pounds; you’ve never looked better.
What a terrific way to start the holiday season. Good food, good wine, and new friends. I’m already looking forward to the next trip. And to answer the unasked question… Yes, I am quite smitten with your man. Give Randy a big hug and kiss for me 🙂
I think you and Randy look really good together. And as someone who likes you, I’m glad it seems to be working out for the two of you.
Have a great Thanksgiving!
yea put that damn scale away till the New Year! I know I have. And that’s too cool you met JP & Earl, love those guys. 🙂