Nichevo

What My Meds Are Doing To Me

gerrym0527@gmail.com (Uncle Gerry) — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 06:01:00 +0000

"Fall in Toronto"

As infrequent as my posts have been of late, I still find it hard to come up with something to write about. I have received a lot of comments about my lack of bubbliness and enthusiasm in my daily life and I suppose that is due to my meds. They do seem to keep me from getting excited about anything, including writing in these pages, which is why there have been a lack of consistant posting here lately. I don't know how to remedy this unless I quit taking my meds which in the long run could be to my detriment. I need to talk with my doctors who seem to find new pills for me to take every time I go. I have 7 I take on a daily basis right now, the combination of which my be the problem or maybe just one or two of them. All I know is that it is increasingly difficult to work up any excitement about anything, personal, political or otherwise. You guys now how wound up I can get on political stuff, but I can't even read the news with out being bored with it, much less comment on it. So I will be working with my doctors to find a more even and less boring combination of meds so that maybe I can get back to being myself and having a little enthusiasm for that which I love most, my writings here. Please bear with me while I work through this phase of my rehabilitation from my summer episode in the hospital. In the mean time cruise through the photos below for some real inspiration for you daily fantasies. Until next time as always, Enjoy!

Matthew Shepard + 400,000 Visitors

gerrym0527@gmail.com (Uncle Gerry) — Fri, 23 Oct 2009 18:11:00 +0000

"American Eagle In Action"

Well it looks to be a great day for GLBT rights today as the Senate passed the final version of the Matthew Shepard Act on to the desk of the President for signature. Congratulations to Judy and Dennis Shepard who have worked so very tirelessly for this result for more than 10 years now. The President has vowed to sign it and the fundies are having apoplexy over it so it must be a good thing. Federal recognition and funding of hate crimes towards GLBT citizens is long overdue and this will make it possible to prosecute and maybe even prevent hate crimes in the future. Thank you to everyone who worked for this moment in history.

On a personal note, Nichevo has now had over 400,000 visitors in less than 3 years. This is humbling as I think back to the beginning and my modest hopes for this blog. To say the journey has been incredible is and understatement. Thank you all for sticking around so faithfully to see what this one guy down Texas way has to say and look at for your entertainment. With out you guys it would not be worth the effort. I would like to say thank you once again to all of you who wrote to me asking after my health during my recent absence from these pages. I am indeed physically fine and getting better mentally, adjusting my meds is in progress, so we shall see what we shall see on the other side of this latest adjustment.

For eye candy today we have more guys from my Random Gatherings off the Net. Until next time as always, Enjoy!

Yes, I'm OK!

gerrym0527@gmail.com (Uncle Gerry) — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 20:31:00 +0000

"View from the Top"

I know it has been nearly a month since my last post. I must apologize for my lack of posts, but to be honest, I just have not felt like posting due to an extended period of emo-ness. The nature of which left me uninspired. You know how it is once you stop doing something, it is very hard to get started again and that has been my problem. My meds also play a role in this as they keep me even but they also prevent me from getting charged up to do something also. All this is to say how unfortunate for you guys to get caught up in my malaise. I will try to do better, but for now I will just post some Random Hotness for you to cruise and peruse. Thanks for sticking around and for all the emails asking if I am indeed OK. Yes I am OK, just not very verbose at this time. Until next time as always, Enjoy!

Short, Sweet, HOT!

gerrym0527@gmail.com (Uncle Gerry) — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 18:03:00 +0000

October is GLBT History Month

ScenicBoys: Yakima River float trip from scenicboys on Vimeo.

Random Hotness

Reunion Successful!

gerrym0527@gmail.com (Uncle Gerry) — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 05:01:00 +0000

"Rainbow After the Storm - Toronto"

I went to the reunion on Saturday with equal parts fear and anticipation, but despite my fears, a good time was had by all. There was no tension once Lou Ann and I arrived and we just got into the reminiscing. I say old band mates and ran into Robert who scared the shit outta me way back when while I was riding in his 69 Mustang GT. I found I was a bigger heart breaker in school than I ever realized when Pat Torres told me she had a crush on me Sophomore year. I danced with her and her husband took a picture of us together so all ended well there. We ate massive amounts of Mexican food and danced the night away to music from "our era". It really surprised me how many people had wondered about me and remembered me so fondly. That made me feel really good about attending. There were notable people not in attendance but I did not lack for remembrances. They had pictures of everyone from back then, and I looked impossibly young and skinny. I did not remember me as such, but others apparently did and commented about how they remembered me. I have posted some photos from the event below followed by this weeks edition of Monday's Undies. All told, it was a great weekend that I would not mind repeating. Until next time as always, Enjoy!

Monday's Undies

Friday Once More

gerrym0527@gmail.com (Uncle Gerry) — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 09:48:00 +0000

"Bayside, Puerto Vallarta"

Here we are at the tail end of another week and I just don't know where all the time has gone to so quickly. The middle portion of the week seems so crowded with appointments and such that finding time to sit down and pound out a few words is increasingly difficult. I had two doctor's appointments this week and one went better than the other. My mental health continues to improve while my physical health is still somewhat in question. They are going to do a whole series of test now to determine if I am diabetic or not among other things, I am not sure what all they are testing for, I just know that a week before my next appointment with Dr Neela, I have to do a whole series of lab tests for which I have to fast 8 hours before hand. She also told me I should quit even the e cigs I have gone to. I don't see that happening any time soon, as a long time smoker, I have come to enjoy the habit and really don't have the overwhelming desire to quit. I would have to have more of a reason to quit than what they have given me so far. I am not in any immediate danger of dying and I am not going to shrivel up into a prune or anything like that, so they may have a hard time convincing me of the necessity of quitting. The e cigs have allowed me to enjoy the pleasures of smoking without the draw backs, so I will hang on to them for now.

My 40th high school reunion is tomorrow and I am looking forward to it with equal parts fear and anticipation. This is totally natural as I have not seen most of them for some forty years, and I was such a different person back then as to what I am today. We shall see and you will hear about it here on Monday. In the mean time cruise on down the page and check out this weeks Friday Night Fantasies. Until next time as always, Enjoy!

NFL, Blu Cigs + Monday's Undies

gerrym0527@gmail.com (Uncle Gerry) — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 12:45:00 +0000

"Sunlight on Sandstone"

Good morning all and a Happy Monday too! Sunday was the first full day of NFL action and all is well in the metroplex as the Cowboys pulled out a convincing win over the Bucs 34-21. I am personally delighted to see the Redskins lost also just because of the tremendous rivalry between us (Cowboys) and them. Other winners were both the Jets and Giants, Vikings, Saints, Seahawks, Falcons, Broncos, Colts, Ravens, Packers and 49ers. There are two games on tap for tonight, Bills at Patriots and Chargers at Raiders to finish off week 1. The Steelers opened the week on Thursday with a win. I sure hope this season ends on a higher note than the last one and Sunday's game was a big step in the right direction.

As you guys know, I have started advertising Blu Cigs here at Nichevo. Now that I have actually used the product, let me give you my feelings on them. Blu Cigs "smoke" like traditional cigarettes but with out the carcinogens found in burning tobacco. I have not had a traditional cigarette since recieving my starter kit and find them to be just as advertised. I still get to hold something in my hands, I get to inhale nicotine and have yet to get the "jitters" from stopping traditional cigarettes. What I don't get is the smell or the mess and Will does not have to contend with second hand smoke. All together, it is proving the perfect solution for my health and Will's well being. I highly recommend Blu Cigs if you are seeking an alternative to traditional cigarettes. Just click on the link in the sidebar or at the bottom of the page to give them a try today!

I also have a little video for you from Davey Wavey as well as some Monday's Undies to cruise and peruse. Until next time as always, Enjoy!

Reunion Ahead

gerrym0527@gmail.com (Uncle Gerry) — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 11:42:00 +0000

"Cherry Tree Poetry"

It has been a short but very busy week around here. The financial situation is beginning to come together and my health is improving daily. I just don't know where the time goes these days. Just yesterday it was Monday, right? Anyway, I have been seemingly too busy to write about anything and I really have not much to write about today. I do have my 40th High School Reunion coming up next Saturday which I am looking forward to attending with an old buddy. Should be an interesting evening as I have not really kept in touch all these years. I have some fear for what attitudes I might find there but for the most part I am looking to have a good time.

I have not really been keeping up with the politics of the moment, but there does seem to be some uproar in the health care debate as well as a delay in the progress towards Gay Equality. All those pols are beginning to piss me off, this is not the change I voted for back in November. I know the President does not have a magic wand but enough is enough. They need to get on the stick and provide legislation to make all our citizens equal in every way. Damn the next election, do what is right for once and not what will get you votes.

That is about all I have to say for today, I do have some Friday Night Fantasies for you to cruise and peruse. Until next time as always, Enjoy!

Happy Labor Day!

gerrym0527@gmail.com (Uncle Gerry) — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 12:20:00 +0000

"Hobbit Houses In Latvia"

Happy Labor Day, everyone! Almost all you of you out there have the day off today, so have a happy, fun and safe day!. I have a few videos for you which I came across during the weekend including "Yes we are gay but..." , Patrick Mc Alvey's testament "I was harmed by ex-gay therapy" and two music videos, Mozart's flute and harp concerto in c and Johann Strauss' magnificent Blue Danube Waltz. . Not much else going on so I will let you get on with your holiday, but don for get to check out this week's edition of Monday's Undies after the videos. Until next time as always, Enjoy!

Monday's Undies

Fabulous Friday At Nichevo!

gerrym0527@gmail.com (Uncle Gerry) — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 13:30:00 +0000

"Eta Carina Nebula"

Welcome to Fabulous Friday here at Nichevo. I am off today & tomorrow and start my new permanent schedule on Sunday which is Sunday through Wednesday, 10 PM to 6 AM. WE seem to have come to a mutually beneficial agreement on my schedule and hours that alleviates much of my stress and still gives me enough hours to pay the bills with little trouble. Tarrant County Human Services is helping with the rent this month due to my hospital stay and I managed to get the electric and cable paid to boot. The Open Door Community also contributed $200 to our cause this month, along with many prayers for my recovery. I am grateful for all who prayed for and messaged me in some manner during my recent illness and hospital stay. "With out you all, I may not have recovered as quickly as I have. Will and I celebrated last night with Orange Chicken and fried rice with chicken sticks from our fave take out, China Express and it was yummilicious as always. So today is a good day to be alive and well on my way to a full recovery. My medications are working as they should and my risk factors for various maladies have been reduced as a result of them and changes in my lifestyle being implemented. All in all, a most pleasant situation in which to find Will and myself. Woot! Woot! Woot! For video today I have the first two ads from the pro gay marriage forces in Maine as they fight to keep the rights they have gained followed by an expanded edition of Friday Night Fantasies to really light the fire of your desire and inspire your weekend adventures. That about wraps up Fabulous Friday here at Nichevo, until next time as always, Enjoy!

Update: Rachel Maddow on Gay Marriage in Massachusetts

Friday Night Fantasies

Gay Positives Galore!

gerrym0527@gmail.com (Uncle Gerry) — Wed, 02 Sep 2009 01:39:00 +0000

"Brilliant Sun on the Wane"

The O.C.: Pilot (Ep. 101)
Uploaded by The_WB - Check out other Film & TV videos.

Random Hotness

Monday Morning Meanderings Plus Monday's Undies!

gerrym0527@gmail.com (Uncle Gerry) — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 11:20:00 +0000

"Country Side"

Good Morning and Happy Monday! I was off over the weekend so I have had plenty of rest and am feeling energized this morning. I am not yet 100% but I am feeling so much better than I was. I have been researching alternatives to smoking as my doctors have advised me to quit and I believe I have found the solution. In the side bar and at the bottom of the page you will see ads for Blu Cigs, an electronic cigarette that provides the nicotine and smoking experience with out the carcinogens generated by traditional cigarettes. I signed up as an affiliate after looking at several brands and believe this to be the "premiere electronic cigarette" as they advertise and also the most reasonably priced. As you guys know I have previously taken down most all of the ads I had, limiting ads to products I really believe in. I believe in this one and if you are looking for an alternative to traditional cigarettes might I suggest you click on one of the links. I thank you in advance for doing so.

Over the weekend the TABC announced the firing of two officers and their supervisor and the disciplining of two other officials in the matter of the raid on the Rainbow Lounge here in Fort Worth. Hooray! I am glad the TABC did the right thing and now maybe their officers will think before harassing innocent people in a Gay establishment. All the protests in regard to this incident played a big part in this ruling. Goes to show you the squeaky wheel gets the oil. We need to keep making noise about all our issues so that more favorable rulings will come our way. Stand up and fight for your rights, it is worth the time and effort.

I also have a couple of videos for you today from Logan Lynn, Alone Together and Burning Your Glory. I really like his music and I hope you find it to your liking also. Check them out right below and then cruise through this weeks collection of Monday's Undies to admire and inspire. Until next time as always, Enjoy!

Monday's Undies

Super Sexy Saturday!

gerrym0527@gmail.com (Uncle Gerry) — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 13:24:00 +0000

"A Rose In The Dark"

The extraordinary photo above was taken by a friend of mine and prints are available for purchase at Deviant Art, just click on the photo in the side bar and it will take you there (I make nothing but brownie points on the sale). Sorry for not getting this post up yesterday but I was exhausted after a 10 hour night and slept for about 11 hours. Obviously I needed my rest. I have to take care not to over do it , do not want to spend any more time as a guest at JPS. As good a hospital as they are, they are still a hospital and not where I want to be.

I have a videos for you today made by a friend of mine featuring the music of Within Temptation, a totally instrumental piece. I just finished a 9 hour, very busy Friday night that went really well. Busy, Busy, Busy is what we were and had the grocery truck too, but Sergio and I got it all done by about 5 so everything came aout all right. I have cut back on my posting schedule to about 3 posts a week and will t ry to do M W F but as you see I did not get it up until Saturday this week. I am a little tuckered out so I will close out for now and let you check out the videos and then some i-candy in a little piece of work I call Simple! Stunning! Sexy! Until next time as always, Enjoy!

RIP, Teddy

gerrym0527@gmail.com (Uncle Gerry) — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 10:00:00 +0000

Evening Glory,
High Tatras Mountains

The following is a statement from the Kennedy family upon the death of Teddy Kennedy:

“Edward M. Kennedy – the husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle we loved so deeply – died late Tuesday night at home in HyannisPort. We’ve lost the irreplaceable center of our family and joyous light in our lives, but the inspiration of his faith, optimism, and perseverance will live on in our hearts forever.

We thank everyone who gave him care and support over this last year, and everyone who stood with him for so many years in his tireless march for progress toward justice, fairness and opportunity for all. He loved this country and devoted his life to serving it. He always believed that our best days were still ahead, but it’s hard to imagine any of them without him.”

I am sad at his passing, another icon that has always been there in my life gone. It makes me feel my age a bit, however I know he is resting easier where he is now. We as LGBT's owe a great deal of our progress at the federal level to this man who fought many a battle for our rights. May he Rest in Peace. It will be hard to imagine life without Teddy on our side.

The Art of Maurice Heerdink

Noah! Luke! Monday Musicale!

gerrym0527@gmail.com (Uncle Gerry) — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 05:01:00 +0000

"Palace In The Sky"

Two Weeks - Grizzly Bear from Gabe Askew on Vimeo.

BrianOckert.com

All photos courtesy of and copyright by BrianOckert.com

Video Vatos Viernes

gerrym0527@gmail.com (Uncle Gerry) — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 12:09:00 +0000

"Shells and Stones"

Goodness Gracious Me: Gay Son - Click here for this week’s top video clips

ScenicBoys: Hurricane Ridge from scenicboys on Vimeo.

Hot Links

Gay Slang

Bigots are Buggers

Massachusets sues US Gov't

A Surefire Way to End DADT

Friday Night Fantasies

Best of Eye Catcher

gerrym0527@gmail.com (Uncle Gerry) — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 06:12:00 +0000

"Summer Garden"

Best of Eye Catcher

Five Days On House

gerrym0527@gmail.com (Uncle Gerry) — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 05:50:00 +0000

"Life is a Journey"

5 Days on House from Uncle Gerry on Vimeo.

Hall of Heroes

Doctors: Jones, Merrit, Hakes, Higgs, Smith, Etter, Loss, Nair, Rackler, Crawford

Nurses: Ricole, Nancy, AQudrey, Dianna, Monica, Tony Dustin, Adrena, Marilyn, Kaye, Nana, Eugene

Technicians,EMT's: Debra, Doris, Janaia, Wayne, Heath, Cindy, Cynthia, Christie, Stacy, Julia, Rossillin, Tessa, Stephanie, John, Julio, Amanda, Rene', Sean

Chaplain: Jane Johanning

Random Gatherings

Update From Uncle Gerry

gerrym0527@gmail.com (Uncle Gerry) — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 10:48:00 +0000

A Message From Uncle Gerry

noreply@blogger.com (zeldafan678) — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 05:01:00 +0000

Down But Not Out

This is Will here with a msg from gerry via the hospital from his gal pal passed on to me.

I had a transient schematic attack yesterday morning around 6:30-7:30. This is essentially a "baby" stroke where either the clot dissolves or the blood vessel spasms. I may also have some arrhythmia in my heart. Dr. Hakes (wonderful & handsome). Has kept me overnight in order to do an MRI and other tests. He wants to determine causes and remedies. Anxiety and medication may both have played a part in this latest adventure. Gal Pal has brought me everything I need to be comfortable for the overnight stay. Will (my rock, bless his heart) is holding down the fort for me here at Nichevo. Sorry to say no I-candy until I return. I will keep you guys up to date here on these pages. I will also vlog about it as soon as I am able. Dr. Hakes should release me today sometime, so that is good news. For now stay tuned for further adventure & know I love you all.

Now for my personal input. I am worried about my buddy here thats 2 times he has been in the hospital. He keeps scaring me even though I know he will be ok. We are going to have some rough times ahead of us and he more than me. Get well Gerry you know I love you.

Techinial Difficulty

noreply@blogger.com (zeldafan678) — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 05:01:00 +0000

Computer Go Boom

Well gerry went to switch out the harddrives for his cpu to install windows 7 on (not knowing that windows 7 doesnt work with XP) and he went to change the priority of the drives with the pins and it doesnt recognize the drives. Than when he was trying to fix the machine he got a call from his friend that said their machine was down to so its really just been a techncially challenged day.

He shall return within a few days.

Just Another Night In The Hood!

gerrym0527@gmail.com (Uncle Gerry) — Wed, 12 Aug 2009 16:16:00 +0000

"Rainbow Morning"

Johnny Depp

NOH8

"Late Additions"

John Clarke Music

Will's Latest Video

Humpable Hunks

Hot Topics/Hot Links

gerrym0527@gmail.com (Uncle Gerry) — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 05:01:00 +0000

"The End of the Road"

I have come to the end of my road as far as reticence to action on an interpersonal level is concerned. This morning at 9 AM I have an appointment with Congressman Burgess here in my district down by the south campus of Tarrant County College. We will be talking health care, which is of a real concern for Will and I, and Gay Civil rights to include DOMA, DADT and ENDA. I am pre-writing this post so I will not have to crunch my schedule today. This is a big step for me as my Mother knows every baptist and every democrat in the state. and this is her district also. I have never done any gay politicking in Fort Worth out of "respect" for her, but that time also has come to the end of its road. either she accepts and loves me as I am or not. Does not matter either way as I must do what is necessary to make my life equal to others in America. Due to time constraints, I will post some links to different things that are of interest to our community without commenting on them and the links will be followed by Random Hotness from my weekend gatherings around the web. Until next time as always, Enjoy!

Town Hall Mobs "Leaving a loaded gun on the table"

Winning is more than "just saying no"

I am not buying this one

Monday Vlog

gerrym0527@gmail.com (Uncle Gerry) — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 05:01:00 +0000

"The Road to the Stars"

Monday's Undies

Saturday Special, Hello, This Is Me!

gerrym0527@gmail.com (Uncle Gerry) — Sat, 08 Aug 2009 05:48:00 +0000

"Peeking Out At You"

Hello This Is Me from Gerry Miller on Vimeo.