Mooo

We got up a little after 7 AM this morning to do some chores. Our boots came in handy!

Both Tish and Vera milked a cow, petted them, and helped feed the dairy cattle.

Farmer Vera then joined my Mom in carrying milk to the babies.

They took turns feeding Baby Rose, She was born on September 5th.

The even drove the skid loader! My Dad was determined to make farmers out of them both.

Oh yes - there is also video, but that will take some editing and will be up on Youtube soon enough.

Chimney Farm

We finished our meals at the Iron Pony and went downstairs to the bar area. Our waitress said it was a "whole lot of fun." We disagree. We were a bit sketched out when we had to pass two black-face costumed farmers, but continued down the stairs. While finishing our last dinner cocktail in the bar basement, someone started a chain saw on the dance floor. Seriously. I looked at Tish, she looked at Vera, we set our unfinished drinks on a table and bolted. We had seen enough.

Now ... the pic. We purchased these fantastic boots and union jack suits at TSC earlier today. You should have seen the look on Lisa & Keith's faces when they came down the lane and found us in these outfits on the front porch. Chimney Farm.

Having a good time. Watching Silence of the Lambs. Perhaps not the best choice when sleeping in a 100+ year old farmhouse.

We plan to get up early and go help Dad milk the cows.

Iron Pony

This is the fan. It is running, but missing 2 paddles. We all ordered the steak. A filet starts at $11.99 and comes with choice of potato and a salad. The people are special. The napkins are blue shop towels and the beer comes in a can. The waitress asked what kind of soda I wanted in my vodka / soda.

It is 'anything goes' costume night. Anything apparently means the waitress is allowed to wear a skirt so short we can see her thong. The girls aren't complaining.

Shoppin'

We got off the freeway and headed for Britenbach Winery where we each purchased a supply of Amish Country Wine for home. We visited some family in Trail, Ohio. Now the girls are tearing up the TSC (Tractor Supply Co.) Wait till you see the matching boots we bought to bring back to the city.

Something Lost

T & V are no longer Ohio virgins.

PA

It is the backwoods and they are clearly avoiding any semblance of pda. We have 190 miles to go.

Who's driving?

I kidnapped T and V for the ride to Ohio. Late start, unfortunately, due to a series of evening activities n thangs. British Jane is on holiday so Anna, the gps Russian, is talking the sensual talk, with V translating. The girls are looking forward to milking and riding the quad runners. Milkin' the cows that is. They judging as I type and drive through the mountains so more later. We're near Cumberland, MD.

Wrong Aid

The new "24 hour" CVS opened a month or so ago and closed at 10 PM. This past week they updated their hours and now they close at 8 PM. This is not convenient for those of us who often work long hours. The other option, the Wrong Aid, allegedly has discriminatory managers. Check out the Story on the DCist about a gay couple that was thrown out for embracing in the aisle. I've seen heterosexual couples up in there practically f***ing in the aisle and nobody throws them out?

Thanks to I R I S for throwing the story my way. Gotta love U Street!

Beat Anorexia

I'm working from home today and took a moment to blog (since I'm not ordinarily allowed to do so in the office.) Check out this pic found at "Kill The Goat." A good reminder why I shouldn't work from home and eat all day! Yes, Anorexia is bad and I am not making fun...but obeastity is bad too...

For those of you that know Glitter Girl Tiffanie, she's now a Facebooker too! Make sure you look her up and request to be her friend! Join the Facebook army today if you don't have an account! I know you are all tired of this, but I can't stop. It has sucked me in.

Have a great Friday! Back to finish my work day!

Kevin Rocks

The reading of "Tainted Blood" was fantastic. I would definitely recommend any opportunity to see a full production of this well written work. I was a bit confused at the end when they asked for our opinion. Several people questioned the reality of the "dead" people resurfacing for the last act after the vampire had killed them; a discussion of the evolution of vampires and their social habits ensued. This was not the point.

Act III completely supported the twists and turns and made us question what really happened. What is reality? I don't think the characters even knew. Perhaps it was just a substance abuse weekend on the island and nobody died at all. Pills, powders, and syringes clearly played a role in the script. Their re-birth added to the many possible interpretations of the play - I appreciated this. The sexual, religious, and social tensions provoked thought and kept things interesting. This is a work that can be taken literally or blown out in the mind to be a variety of things. Regardless, young Kevin was a star (no shock there) and we followed the performance with a cocktail at JR's (no shock there either.)

Looking forward to seeing my baby girl this weekend.

Mansion Update

I haven't posted a Mansion update in quite some time. Check out the finished railing, lighting, final paint, flooring, etc. There are only a few things missing and move in date is now days instead of weeks away! I'm very excited to visit this weekend to see the progress. I'm in conversation with S/L about a Martin Luther King weekend invasion with all the DC Peeps...more to follow!

If you are in DC and free on Thursday at 8 PM, join us for a pay what you can performance of "Tainted Blood" by Tom Jacobson at the Church Street Theatre. Our own very accomplished actor friend Kevin is participating in the reading.

I'm on a mission to find out who had the "Heifer International" catalog sent to my house. Funny? yes, for a great charity? yes, would I have requested this myself? No. It is rather odd and I suspect my baby brother.

Have a fantastic Wednesday - I'm off to work.

Smurfday

Happy 49th Birthday to the Smurfs! They were first introduced on this day in 1958 by Peyo. You can read all about it at TheFreeDictionary.com.

Hope everyone is having a fantastic day. Mine was brutal but then I went to the gym for the first time since Boston and had a consultation with Grant at Tattoo Paradise so it was turning out a much better.

Unfortunately we received some icky news about Timmy's Dad so that kinda took me back to the brutality of the day. Going to bed early.

The Troggs

The Troggs didn't write it, but they are famously known for covering "Wild Thing." I found this fantastic video shot in the subway. Consider it my YouTube clip of the day.

Crazy enough, the band is still touring Europe. Click on this link for more details after watching the video. Think of it what you will, but my mind is distracted from reality and it makes me smile.

M Shanghai String Band

Who knew? The M Shanghai String Band from NY performing on the Wonderland Ballroom patio for a free afternoon show! Goes well with bottomless mimosas.

Despite the fact I'd unlikely seek out such a performance, they were talented and I enjoyed the music. The dozen children running around, the nursing new mother, the two crack heads shaking in the corner, and the woman knitting at our table, I could do without. Iris referred to it as a flashback to 1972 West Virginia with the folksy music and the oddities of the crowd.

Check out their website or the YouTube video I snagged below. They use the word, "Chimney," in the song. We have to appreciate that! Time to rejuvenate for the work week.

Church & Sordid Lives update

If I found this church before going out last night, I might have gotten up for a valuable lesson instead of falling down. We intended to go to Nellies, but it was booked for the closing party (Reel Affirmations Film Festival) which we decided not to buy tickets for. Instead we settled on the old faithful places. Solly's then Polly's, and then Solly's again for last call out of that odd fabricated obligation we have to enter when walking past.

According to GaySocialites.com, Rue McClanahan has been offered the role of Peggy in the Sordid Lives series. Hopefully she'll choose to join the all-star cast include Olivia Newton-John, Delta Burke, Beth Grant and Leslie Jordan! Can you imagine? Rue & Britney...

Regardless whether it is a good idea or not, I'm off to the Wonderland Ballroom for some Emergen-C Mimosas and brunchy foods. The DC Police alerts warn of closed streets and police activity in that area, but we are fairly certain it doesn't involve that actual corner.

If you haven't popped over to Glitter Girl Tiff to see her adventures, check out this video she posted. Take a few minutes to read her blog too. She was last spotted in Seattle.

Oh yes...and congratulate Nurse Timmy - he got an A on his English mid-term!

(shout out to Boston Steamer for locating this church - I really didn't find it on my own)

Cat at Polly's

Not what you think. Somebody brought their dog and cat to Polly's. Brandy's holding the yappy dog and the cat is just sitting there unleashed on a chair while its' owner drinks. Odd. Really odd.

It's almost as if he was having a conversation with the Cat...nothing is very clear about that situation.

Special

We ate at Dakota Cowgirl after the rugby match. Michael purchased a costume from a gypsy treasures sale at a local Theatre. He felt it necessary to wear the costume up 14th St. where we posed for a photo op at the corner of 14/U. Catrina is intentionally hiding behind Timmy, but she's there.We then walked down U Street for a beverage at Solly's. Yes, Michael wore the costume the whole way. Except for my run forward to capture this photo, Cat & I hid in the back of the pack so as not to be associated with Mr. 4,000 Special Firecrackers. You'll also note that Timmy is carrying a giant clock, purchased by Brandon, at another sale on 14th St.

Friends - this all happened mid day; we've just finished our disco naps and are contemplating tonight's adventures! I feel a chimney leaning. Note: These pics replaced the grainy mobile blogged photos posted earlier.

Washington Irish

We over-indulged last night. Thank God for Ben's Chili Bowl. Now we're drinking champers as it is ladies day at a Washington Irish Match. Hot muscley mans to look at and cheer for. Dancing Mike doesn't appreciate the beauty of it, but I'm trying to explain.

J-Dot

I found some more stuff on the super cute Jason Dottley. Check out Mavrixonline where they have several paparazzi pics of "J-Dot." While you're there, check out the Amy Winehouse pics and commentary too.

If you looked at the Splash News article I blogged yesterday, go back and use this search for all the articles on J-Dot. Rita Jean...you'll particularly like the shirts off beach workout video they posted on August 8.

Boston Video

Friends...this just in...Video from Boston. Now you will know what Laura and Jym are really up to. I edited out the "private" parts.