The Big Boy Project: The Oasis For Bigger Guys
“If opportunity doesn’t knock, build a door.”—Milton Berle, iconic comedian/actor. This is the mantra that James Butler lives by. Mr. Butler is the founder of The Big Boy Project (BBP), a dynamic and cutting edge infotainment site that is specifically designed for larger men—and those who have an affinity for them. According to Butler, who is 28 years old [...]
Honey, Let Me Tell You Something! 11
“I Will, I Won't, I Do” Guest Writer: R. L. Norman "I object!" the man shouted as he stood up in the back of the church.I can’t believe this is happening! How dare someone object to my marriage?I know that some people in my position would not get married; but I am doing what my heart feels.You see, I remember it like [...]
Broken Bones, Broken Dreams—An Update
Cover photo by Don Gillard Towering over me and yelling at the top of his lungs, Antonio, my 6’4”, 280 pound muscled life partner, had me pinned against the wall--his huge, clammy left hand now grasping my neck! I couldn’t move. All the while, the following thoughts flashed in my head: “This can’t be happening! How can the man [...]
One Million Dollars in Prevention
Last year, I wrote an article for Wyattevans.com entitled, “The Quiet Invader within Native Americans.” In it, I reported the unfortunate and harsh reality that HIV testing, treatment and care are not reaching Native Americans the same way as they are other U. S. citizens. Fortunately though, much-needed assistance is on the way. According to The Associated Press, The [...]
R. L. Norman: The Old School Romantic, Part Two
Recently, I had the distinct pleasure to sit down with Mr. R. L. Norman, exclusively for the Huffington Post Queer Voices. Arguably, Mr. Norman is that quintessential Renaissance man: he’s an entrepreneur, videographer, performer, columnist, internet host, and author of the popular series of novels entitled, “Honey Let Me Tell You.” His fifth and brand new installment in the series [...]
You’re Just Not My “Cup of Tea”
Several years ago, I penned an influential and award-winning series entitled “The Cancer That Slowly Consumes Our Very Souls: Racism.” Syndicated in numerous print and on line media outlets, it explored racism and discrimination within the LGBTQ community. You can find the majority of the series at: bilerico/lgbtqnation.com/2009/03/racism_the_cancer_that_slowly_consumes_o.php. One of the issues I detailed was how race influences and plays [...]
R.L. Norman: The Old School Romantic, Part One
I had the distinct pleasure to sit down with Mr. R. L. Norman, exclusively for the Huffington Post Queer Voices. Arguably, Mr. Norman is that quintessential Renaissance man: he’s an entrepreneur, videographer, performer, columnist, internet host, and author of the popular series of novels entitled, “Honey Let Me Tell You.” His fifth and brand new installment in the series [...]
Conversations With The Duchess 3
"PRIDE: A Celebration of Liberation" Guest Writer: Carlton R. Smith President Barack Obama has just designated the area around the Stonewall Inn in New York City as the nation’s first national monument to LGBTQ rights. As you know, The Stonewall Uprising is largely regarded as the catalyst for the modern LGBTQ movement for civil rights. And our PRIDE celebrations grew out [...]