Roommate Wanted

One of my early training schools was held in Tulsa, OK.  I had gone to high school and college while living in Tulsa so I wanted a car to visit old friends while in training.  I drove from Dallas to Tulsa arriving at the Residence Inn after 10:00 at night.  I went to the front … More Roommate Wanted

Turkish Tipping

Years ago when Ed and I lived in England we took a British Package Tour to Athens and Istanbul.  While Athens is a wonderful tourist city and we had a great time there, this story is about our adventures in Istanbul.  Our flight from Athens to Istanbul was a very short one on Turkish Airways … More Turkish Tipping

Show Me Tattoos

One thing that is almost always true is that men and women with multiple tattoos are exhibitionists.  Combine that with men who spend most of their free time in a gym making their bodies as perfect as possible, you can be guaranteed they are exhibitionists.  I have tested this theory several times and have never … More Show Me Tattoos

Elastic Waist Bands

Ed and I have gone on a number of cruises over the years; however, all but two of these cruises were “gay” which are very different from “straight” cruises in terms of demographics.  Probably the biggest demographic difference is age.  The median age on gay cruises we’ve been on seems to be 40 to 45 … More Elastic Waist Bands

Statesman

When I first started in retail, I felt like an elder statesman. As you might guess, I was one of the older employees in the store.  I felt like a dispenser of wisdom because younger employees were always coming over to talk to me. I thought they were seeking my sage advice based on years … More Statesman

Checking Vitals

Ed and I are rapidly approaching our 15th wedding anniversary.  Ed and I lived in sin for the first 28 years.  We took advantage of getting married as soon as it became available.  Although joined at the hip during the day, when we go to sleep at night we are very different people.  Ed is … More Checking Vitals

Big Cats

One day at my retail gig there was a man looking at shoes.  I noticed his fly was wide open and silky leopard print fabric was sticking out of the opening.  I very discretely told the gentleman about his fly and walked away while he took care of his trousers.  After he finished his shopping … More Big Cats

Code Blue

I inherited a bad heart from my Dad.  My first indication I had heart issues came about because, despite the fact I’ve always loved to walk, suddenly I had to stop walking after short distances to catch my breath.  Because of my Dad’s history, I went to the doctor on several occasions.  Physically I am … More Code Blue