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Two odd men have set up house On the hill above our Pure Land Shrine They receive all gone as themselves And call each other poet. They attract our restless kids With wine and endless talk We work to keep our wives and families They drink all night, immune like spirits. --James Liddy. Liddy has been gone just over a year. Here is part of an obituary: Irish poet Liddy was 'classic Bohemian' By Alan J. Borsuk of the Journal Sentinel Posted: Nov. 11, 2008 "Hey, ho, Liddy don't go" - that was a line in the chorus of a song by McTavish, a Milwaukee Irish music band, that paid tribute to James Liddy. The song, from the 1990s, called Liddy "the king of the rovers." Mark Shurilla, the band's leader, said the line about not going was referring to the many nights Liddy, an internationally known poet, would hold court at local pubs, telling stories, giving erudite discourses on history, literature, politics or just about any other subject. When he got up to ...

The young Dusty Springfield and the young Dionne Warwick honed the pop aria into a gem of a musical experience right there on the AM dial. They weren't the only ones. The Royalettes as one of the purveyors of Teddy Randazzo's songbook gave a memorable gem in the form of "It's Gonna Take A Miracle." Randazzo and Bacharach were pop maestros stateside and others like Pino Donaggio kept the European continent awash in classically oriented emotion. On the main site enjoy these three great songs one of which is Dionne's English rendion of " La Voce di Silenzio ,"--"Silent Voices."

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These recipes have appeared in the past on these pages during this time of the year. Here they are again to help get through the horrible ordeal of leftovers. Quick Turkey and Cannellini Soup Extra Virgin Olive Oil, two teaspoons Leeks, two, using white and green parts, cut into quarter inch rounds Sage, fresh, one tablespoon (quarter teaspoon, if dried) Broth, about a liter Water, two cups Cannellini Beans, cooked, 500 grams Turkey, white meat, about a kilo 1. Heat oil in a Dutch oven, medium high heat. 2. Add leeks, cook, and stir often for about three minutes. 3. Stir in sage; continue cooking for about 30 seconds. 4. Add broth and water, increase heat and bring to a boil 5. Add beans and turkey. Cook uncovered. 6. Stir occasionally, until heated through (three minutes). Spiked Cranberry Relish Fresh Cranberries, 500 grams Sugar, one half cup, at least Orange Juice, freshly squeezed, one quarter cup Grand Marnier, a double shot Pecans, coarsely chop...

Join the ladies of Our Place, DC for the Our Place, DC Toy Drive Mixer In support of the 10th Annual Children Holiday Party Please Bring a New, Unwrapped Toy or a $10.00 donation, and Network while learning how you can support the continued efforts of Our Place, DC!!! ************************************************************ When: Friday, December 11, 2009 Where: Pasha Lounge 2147 P Street Dupont Circle NW Washington, DC 20037 From 6pm to 10pm ************************************************************ For More information please contact Our Place, DC at 202-548-2400.

Perhaps there is some validity to the idea that all of us are here for a purpose. There just may be a wherefore to homosexuality. Something to be grateful for, a definite place in the larger scheme of things. Happy Thanksgiving!

Main Entry: ap·pall Variant(s): also ap·pal \ə-ˈpȯl\ Function: verb Inflected Form(s): ap·palled; ap·pall·ing Etymology: Middle English, from Middle French apalir, from Old French, from a- (from Latin ad-) + palir to grow pale, from Latin pallescere, inchoative of pallēre to be pale — more at fallow Date: 14th century intransitive verb obsolete : weaken, fail transitive verb: to overcome with consternation, shock, or dismay: we were appalled by his behavior synonyms see dismay Where is Sasha Cohen when you need him? Grow up, people. If you need to clutch your pearls over something, think of how many people are brutally murdered everyday. Just start there and your list would be endless regarding far, far worse things.

Good things can happen to good people and those who know Michael Emery are hoping just that. He can be seen from time to time on All My Children and One Life to Live , most recently as an arresting officer—and arresting is the operative term for this young man. This some time competitive body builder has theater and film among his credits: Private Wars , All’s Fail , One Night in New York , Doris’ Mouse Earrings , Diamond in Da Ruff , Halfway There , Hamlet , Don’t Drink the Water , Guys and Dolls , Giggle Bound , Peculiar Passion , and Love & Humor among them. It would seem that this good guy likes to keep himself very busy as if he is taking this acting business very seriously. We also want to keep him busy and keep him gainfully employed on the best Soap Opera on television these days, One Life to Live . We want him to keep up the good work. Here’s the contact information: Frank Valentini Executive Producer, One Life to Live ABC Daytime 56 West 66th Street New York, NY 10...

John Pagano is one of those singers who needs to be heard live to be truly appreciated. Even the videos posted here although stupendous do not do the man justice. It was the consensus last month at h.wood for POZ's AIDS Walk fund-raiser that John is exceptional talent. We want to bring him back to New York in 2010. We want him here and out loud .

...You've got to accept that there is a love that exists between men which is neither obscene nor degrading, but is as powerful and as profound, and as fruitful, as that love which bears children. The love that men have for other men, as men, may be beyond some people's power of comprehension. But it has a subtlety and a flexibilty, a power that creates order. (David Storey)

OK, we're going to avoid making the analogy about the sun rising and all that. Suffice to say if this young man is good enough for DNA via Model Mayhem, he is certainly good enough for our main course. Ah, to be the platter that he is served on!

If you're going to have a re-do it might as well be this little ditty. Any excuse to have pics of those who only have thighs for you. Pollo alla Birra di Giovanni [working title] Chicken Thighs, six Newcastle Brown Ale, twelve fluid ounces (355 ml) Red Onion, one medium, thin slices Garlic Cloves, four, whole, peeled Lemon Rind, from an entire lemon Basil, dried, to taste Coarse Salt, to taste. Broccoli di Rape, one bunch, about 500 grams (one pound, ends removed, ready (mondati) 1. Brown the thighs in a deep sauce pan. Turning them from time to time. 2. Salt to taste. Oh, what the hell, throw some black pepper in there. 3. Add the garlic and lemon. Toss the pan to get the ingredients distributed evenly. 4. Add the basil. Toss and distribute. 5. Then add the beer. Turn the heat up and bring to a brief boil. Then simmer. 6. At this point the recipe can go in one of two directions, both delicious. You can cook it down to a sauce or you can reduce it even further making the resulting...

Although Levi's johnson didn't make an appearance, he's cute enough for us. It is hoped that he made a wheelbarrow full of money. It may not be bad at all that he helped save Playgirl . There's absolutely nothing wrong with semi-naked men, especially if they wear their nakedness well. Besides, that this photo shoot irritated Sarah makes it all worthwhile. You betcha!

It's been too long since we've featured this delicious morsel of a man. There is a way to take him with you so to speak. Click here .

Last summer in the July/August issue POZ featured this Mediterranean inspired dish from Asata Reid, a.k.a. "Life Chef." Seems to be more of a cold weather dish and can also be adapted to include pasta. Either way it's hearty and tasty. Whole Wheat Couscous with Chick Peas Whole Wheat Couscous, one half cup Lemon, zest, juice of one medium Extra Virgin Olive Oil, one tablespoon Onion, one, small, diced Garlic, two cloves minced Butternut Squash, halved and sliced Sweet Red Bell pepper, seeded and diced Spinach, fresh, two cups, roughly torn Tomatoes, 250 grams, diced (half pound) Chick Peas, cooked, 250 grams, (half pound) Paprika, smoked, one teaspoon Oregano leaves, two tablespoons chopped Coarse Salt and Ground black pepper 1.Cook couscous according to package directions, stirring in lemon juice before covering to steam. If using whole grain pasta, toss with the lemon juice while still hot. 2. Meanwhile, heat oil in a skillet or large pot and sauté onion and garlic for...