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Halloween: Samhain

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Samhain, which is the pagan name for this time of year has evolved into what we now know as Halloween, a unofficial holiday that runs the gamut from emulating monsters and fright nights to people running around in costumes parading up and down streets and drinking themselves silly in bars. It’s the perfect excuse for men to put on dresses or gay priests to wear tutus. It is not in its origins quite all that. The Apostolic tradition usurped this pagan festival and turned into All Saints’ and All Souls’ Days. (Hallows = Holies or Saints; E’en = Eve) The late Scott Cunningham wrote quite a few books on Wicca and Paganism in his short time on the earth. And since this is the time of year to remember those who have passed on let’s recall what he had to say about it. At Samhain … say farewell to the God. This is a temporary farewell. He isn’t wrapped in eternal darkness, but readies to be reborn of the Goddess at Yule. Samhain also known as November Eve, Feast of the Dead, Feast of Ap

Romney Campaign Ad

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The Wednesday Word: Eric Turner

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My name is Eric Turner.  I was born in the mountains outside of Salt Lake City, UT.  Fitness hasn't always played a huge part of my life, but I always stayed active and outdoors and it's grown to be that way.  I currently work as a personal trainer in Houston, TX and write a fitness and nutrition blog (www.thehotbodsquad.com).  I love exploring and meeting new people.  I've meet a lot of really great people over the past 8 years that I've been modeling, and I've had a lot of fun doing it.  I find that the older I get, the more I learn about my body and getting it to where I'd like for shoots. 

A Nod to the Weather

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Monday Music: Tom Goss

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A Storm Kickin' Up in My Soul

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Saturday Beefcake Getting You Through the Night

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Saturday Beefcake Foreplay Blast from the Past

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Saturday Beefcake: Mexican Pasta Salad

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From: mealsforyou.com 1/2 lb. rotini or other spiral pasta 2 tomatoes, seeded and diced 1-1/2 cups cooked corn kernels 1-1/3 cups fresh carrots, shredded 1/4 cup red onion, chopped 1 Tbs. Dijon mustard 1 Tbs. lime juice 1 Tbs. jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced 3/4 tsp. chili powder 3/4 tsp. ground cumin 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped Cook pasta in boiling salted water 8-10 minutes, or until al dente. Drain and transfer pasta to a large bowl. Add next 4 ingredients and toss. Combine remaining ingredients,except cilantro, in a jar with a tight-fitting lid. Shake vigorously. Pour dressing over pasta. Add fresh cilantro and toss thoroughly.

Your Main Appetizer: Levi Poulter

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You can't get much more appetizing than Levi.

Saturday Beefcake Happy Hour

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Saturday Beefcake Lunch

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Chiles Rellenos are a classic Mexican dish. They begin with poblano peppers which are stuffed with a ground pork concoction known as picadillo, or cheese.  They are then dipped in an egg-based batter and deep fried.  They can be served with any of a myriad of sauces. Poblanos are dark green chile peppers approximately 4-5 inches long and 2½ -3 inches wide.  Poblanos are the “bell pepper” of Mexican cuisine.  Poblanos are triangular in shape and flatter than bell peppers.They are also less sweet, more savory and a little hotter. Their heat level can vary but usually they are in the mild to medium range. They are perfect for individuals who like a modicum of spiciness but not too much heat. Picadillo is a mixture of ground pork, onions, garlic and tomatoes.  Raisins and nuts are also commonly added. To make picadillo, saute a pound of ground pork and one chopped onion.  Give the meat and onions a head start and then add some garlic. How to Make Picadillo !. Add a 28-oz. can

A Tasty Beefcake Brunch

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Definition of MORSEL 3 a : a tasty dish b : something delectable and pleasing

One of the Better Ways to Start Your Beefcake Day

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Stephen Colbert

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Jon Stewart

Tina Fey

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Gay Thursdays: Summer's gone, but the memories linger

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Duncan Grant - Bathers by the pond

Willard!

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Mitt, honey, you learned how to get along in MA because you governed as a Democrat.

Your Monday Stud with a Monday Sermon

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Your Sunday Stud with a Sunday Sermon

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Minnesota Vikings punter Chris Kluwe made good and debated marriage equality with empty chairs representing various anti-gay foes, including Michele Bachmann. To Bachmann's lie that same-sex marriage will lead "all schools teaching homosexuality," whatever that even means, Kluwe responded, "I would say that that is a flat out falsehood. What we'll be teaching our children is tolerance. We'll be teaching our children that it is okay to be who you are." And to the argument that marriage equality is "redefining marriage," Kluwe says, "We're not redefining marriage to take away someone's rights. We're redefining marriage to give someone rights. It's about freedom."

Your Beefcake Goodnight

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Laercio Sheds Some Light on Mexican Hot Chocolate

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Mexican Hot Chocolate Unsweetened Cocoa, 1/4 cup Sugar, 1/4 cup Cinnamon, 3/4 teaspoon Salt, a dash Milk, 1 litre Light Cream 1/4 cup Vanilla Extract, 1/4 teaspoon 1. Mix the cocoa, sugar and salt 2. Heat milk until bubbling and then stir in the cocoa mixture. 3. Beat with whisk until smooth 4. Bring to boiling over low heat. 5. Gently stir in cream and vanilla heat over low heat 6. Before serving, beat with rotary mixer until frothy. A good recipe for bringing comfort and warmth will definitely called for and in our vaults we found this simple and tasty concoction to help allay the winter woes. A weekend trip to DC with a warmed up Saturday afternoon also helps. Chocolate has been getting a lot of good press these days and be it far from this Web Log to buck the trend. In keeping with our weekly tradition we have accompanied this recipe with some appropriate photography, which relays warmth. The comfort part -- well, all of us, every one, know wh