These last 2 work weeks have been hell. I have been dealing with a psycho co worker who has it out for me. But, recently he crossed a line. I informed my boss and HR . A meeting was scheduled and more drama ensued. Although, I came out rather unscathed. It was something that I felt I should have never went though in the first place. It is definitely hard to gay and black in the workplace. Especially if you are good at what you do. The small minds that sometimes surround you would rather see you fail other than see you succeed. Below is what happened.
I actually spent it with all my 5by5'ers looking back at some old episodes.
Tonight I decided to talk about my actual New Year's Day. But, I also reflected on planning and being new for the coming year. So, I took my first selfie of the year and I think it turned out pretty good. LOL.
When your friend takes you off of their Christmas Party guest list because of an other's dislike of you.. What are you supposed to do? Podcast about it. That's what! On our new 5by5 Late Night show we talk about our title, my fish boiling incident and an update to crazy Megyn Kelly's rebuttal on how the public received her No Black Santa rant!
In the first episode I talk about what I am thankful for and how one should wash their collard greens before cooking them. No one wants a mouthful of dirt. LOL
Secondly, the Aftermath of my very short lived Thanksgiving Day dinner. I normally don't bring the drama during the holidays. But, unfortunately my clean record was broken when family members took me to the point of no return. I also chat about an insane Buffy the Vampire Slayer dream I had. Lastly, The whole Black Friday shopping insanity just shows how greedy people are these days. Listen to hear that story and more.
What a night, What a night, What a night.... Yesterday's premiere of The A List New York was nothing less than AWESOME!! The boys were back with delicious drama on the very 1st episode of the second season. We find out that Reichen and Rodiney have obviously broken up... They imply that it was because of Reichen's Cam4 rendezvous and subsequent viral penis pictures. But, that wasn't the most explosive drama of this episode. New Comer Nyasha makes her debut, a singer/ business owner, that definitely knows how to play both sides. I am not sure why she was cast on this show. She doesn't really add anything but a lot of misplaced drama and diva-tude. Oh and she also owns a wig company and her hair looks an absolute mess. Anyway, Ryan is as fabulous as ever and TJ is obviously over and under whelmed by the state of their friendship. Derek has lost some of his edge and obviously has gained a little weight which actually makes him look more attractive. Let's hope his tanning product line works out for him. Mike Ruiz will actually have a story line this year since he is dating now. Last, but not least my least favorite character, Austin, still shows us why he is probably the unofficial star of the show. DRAMA DRAMA DRAMA... He is still trying to play the "Reichen and I are friends" card, but Ryan quickly shuts it down. This episode ends with a fight once again between Austin and Rodiney with Nyasha in the middle of it all. The previews of rest of the season look very exciting and I will be watching intently. We will see who prevails, but it looks like a long and bumpy road for our Male housewives.
Behind many gay men, you'll sometimes find a straight woman or vice versa. In my life I have had several serious relationships with straight females. They have been my best friends, my confidants even at times my scapegoats. But, I have loved and I now miss them all. Life has a funny way of driving wedges in relationships no matter who's involved. Why am I sharing this with you, you ask? During the Atlanta Snow Storm of 2011, I had the opportunity to catch up on some Tivo. A show that I recorded, but had not watched, seemed to fit a snowed in day of television. Girls who like boys who like boys was the title of my 8 hour TV marathon. Shown on the Sundance channel, GWLBWLB, chronicles the life of 4 "couples" in New York City. It just so happens that the couple consists of 1 Gay Man and 1 Straight Woman. I found it interesting how I could relate to every couples problems and connections to each other. Some of the interactions seemed like a few pages out of my life. The show can be a little corny at times, but very heart felt at others. I sat through all 8 episodes wanting my own "Girlfriend". Maybe that's what I am missing right now in my life. A female friend to share private thoughts and secrets with that sometimes cannot be shared with another man. I'll let you guys know when I find her... again..
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