Gay-friendly Thread!

[Viki]

I second that motion! Come visit

I just completed my reservation for DL Paris Oct 21-24. Living on the edge, I know. I usually plan months and months in advance...Will take loads od pics.

Keep us in the loop about your plans - I'd love to hear more about what you're learning about the Paris Park, where you all are staying, what you're going to do and, of course, the full trip report when you back!

 

[SparklieSunShine]

Perhaps one of us could call someone who would plan the vow renewals and ask for the policy and see what can be done. I really don't see how they could not allow it. I also wonder if it has ever been done before.

Oh and bear I will be at Disney at the end of the month.

 

[joanjett1976]

Keep us in the loop about your plans - I'd love to hear more about what you're learning about the Paris Park, where you all are staying, what you're going to do and, of course, the full trip report when you back!

Hi Viki-

I booked separate park/hotel tickets as it was a huge money saver. 3 Day park Hopper + Holiday Inn, which is quite close and has a cute lite circus theme. You can get some photos here: http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/hi/350/fr/hpt/PARDI

Initially I was looking into staying at Cheyenne on site but with my option, I am saving over 400$.

I have not had that much time to plan in advance, unfortunately (very unlike me, i tell ya) as I have been swamped with work. This little trip to DL has fallen onto my lap because I am leaving for Cannes this Saturday to attend a four day television industry convention. I am skipping out on the last day, hopping a train to DL and flying home three days later.

Bought a book and will read it on the plane and do most of my planning there! To make matters worse, one of my wisom tooth has left me looking like a squirrel and medicated. The swelling will be gone in time for the Photopass opportunities...but I will not be able to indulge in the French wines and champagnes

Have a good week everyone!

 

[RickinNYC]

Hey folks! Check out my countdown! Woo hoo! Two more weeks and I can leave this cold weather behind for eleven days in WDW!!!!

Also, thought I'd jump in on the whole "partner" discussion. I hate using the word "lover", it sounds kinda tacky in my mind. Lends a bit of seediness to anotherwise loving relationship. Most I know use the word and I hate it. It just reminds me of some greasy looking guy and an over made up floozy. "He/She is my lover." Yick.

As for boyfriend, it's just kinda... diminishing of the relationship. Sure, if you're together for a couple of years and you don't live together, boyfriend or girlfriend is cool But otherwise, I don't like it.

As for using the word "husband," I just can't do it. It makes me snicker like a ten year who saw his first Playboy.

So we use the word "partner." Admittedly, it does sound clinical to me. Took me a while to get used to it because it always felt like I was referring to a business arrangement. But its the only word that seems most appropriate to me.

Oh, and Joe and I have been together for 15 years as of this coming 10/15!

On a side note, I was out with friends for brunch the other day, followed by cocktails at a local joint. I was sitting to the side with some friends and guys kept taking the seat next to me, chatting away. All in good harmless fun. When the conversation would go over to "So, do you have a boyfriend?" or "You must have a boyfriend, huh?" I always smiled and answered yep, and would tell them how long we'd been together and poof! They would vanish like a mosquito in a bug zapper. Or they'd give me a look, mouth open, eyes staring at me suspiciously, like I stole their wallet or something. Good times! And not one free drink. (shrug) Go figure!

 

[SparklieSunShine]

Hey folks! Check out my countdown! Woo hoo! Two more weeks and I can leave this cold weather behind for eleven days in WDW!!!

I just realised that we are going to be in Disney at the same time.

I find lover to be a rather seedy term myself. I have never even thought to use it in conversation with others.

 

[joanjett1976]

Here's a new subject for our lovely thread (who, by the way, has grown so much, we almost need our very own logo!):Has anyone ever read Queens In The kingdom or Tinker Belles & Evil Queens?

 

[SparklieSunShine]

No I haven't. I have never ever heard of it. Is it a book?

 

[joanjett1976]

Sean Griffin wrote Thinker Belles & Evil Queens, and it is bileld as an analysis of Disney & Gay Culture and where they intertwine.

Jeffrey Epstein started Gay Days and his Queens In The Kingdom is a WDW travel guide destined for gay visitors.

These two titles have been dwelling in my amazon wish list for a while now and was considering purchasing them this month. Any reviewers out here?

 

[Viki]

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Jeffrey Epstein started Gay Days and his Queens In The Kingdom is a WDW travel guide destined for gay visitors.

Any reviewers out here?

I did read Jeffrey's and I enjoyed it. I remember laughing and picking up a few tidbits here and there. Aside from that I can't offer much more because shortly after reading it, I passed it on to my friends who are joining us in Dec, as one more piece of propaganda which might turn their heads (in favor of the Land of the Sacred Mouse). I also sent them my copy of the newest DVC DVD. I haven't heard feedback from them on either.

So, who's the artist with the gifts for a logo???

 

[Viki]

That little guy rolling his eyes was suppossed to come after my friends not getting back to me on how Jeffrey's book or the DVC DVD had gotten them some of the old time Disney religion, not after who might be gifted, and addicted, enough to draw up a logo!

 

[joanjett1976]

I did read Jeffrey's and I enjoyed it. I remember laughing and picking up a few tidbits here and there. Aside from that I can't offer much more because shortly after reading it, I passed it on to my friends who are joining us in Dec, as one more piece of propaganda which might turn their heads (in favor of the Land of the Sacred Mouse). I also sent them my copy of the newest DVC DVD. I haven't heard feedback from them on either.
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I hear ya' Viki! We took our 'mens' (as we refer to our closest friends, a long time gay male couple) last summer. One was wild eyed and enthusiastic, the other loved the big rides but could not handle parades, tiki birds or It's A Small World. Ya win some, ya lose some...

Anyone else have a DVC DVD they'd like to part with? Unfortunately they do not ship those out here and was looking into a share in the future.

 

[the urbanation]

Hey everyone!

I finally registered for the Disboards after finding this thread! It's great! My boi and I are heading down to the World at the end of this month for our first trip together! We are so excited! He is a huge Disneyboi and I am kind of obsessed with it. I think I might like Disney more than I like boys!

Well...no, probably not.

I'm very much looking forward to PI as well, as my last trip was my first since turning 21, but alas, my sister was too tired to go, and I wasn't going to go alone. I'm looking forward to hearing about any tips anyone has, and getting to know everyone!

 

[joanjett1976]

Your first post! Congrats...

Pleasure Island may not be a hip West Hollywood hotspot, but is fun nonetheless. Expect a very mixed crowd: gawking families, local teens, parents running wild, adults being kids and some stray cast members.

I am not usually one for 70's-80's nostalgia but found 8Trax to be lots of fun. A lot of dancing (completely devoid of self-conscience!) and no judging!

Have fun and don,t hesitate to ask if you have any planning questions

 

[the urbanation]

Merci beacoup pour le bienvenu, JJ!

Je crois pas que j'aurai un tas de question sur la préparation, comme j'étudiais Disney depuis l'age de 14 ans comme un moine étudie le bible!

Mes questions sont ceux de l'aspect <<gai>> de WDW - et bien sûr pour faire des amis!

 

[joanjett1976]

urban-

quel français excellent! tu trouveras que plusieurs 'castmembers' sont gais et seront très gentils avec vous!!

throughout all these posts, i think i completely forgot to formally introduce myself, real name and all:
i am genevieve.

 

[SparklieSunShine]

Hello Urbanation!

Hmm....Me and the mrs. have been considering going to PI, but we heard Thursday was the good day to go if your gay, but we won't be able to go on Thursday. I was wondering if we should skip out. She also will not be 21 until 2 days after we return.

I wish I could read french. lol.

 

[the urbanation]

Wow, another welcome already!

You're making me feel so at home-o! LOL

(edit: i tried to type the ACTUAL word above and it starred me out! LOL)

We are going to be staying at POP from Oct 30-Nov 5 and we are planning on going to PI a few times:

1: We are going to be visiting "Dance the Frght Away" for Halloween on Halloween night.
2: We want to go to gay night on Thursday Nov 3. 'cause, well...we're gay.
3: we have tix to see The Bravery (WOOT) on Friday at HoB and we'll probably hop around a bit before or after (or both LOL).

So i think I'm just going to get the PI AP with guest, and my boo can tag along as my guest. (If he's good...)

(okay even if he's bad.)

(okay, especially if he's bad.)

 

[Viki]

I do not "quelle francais excellent" , but I studied french for four years in high school and I kid myself that I can still, after all these many long years, sometimes pick out a word or two! Do it again!

And often!!!

And welcome urban! It''s great to have you with us.

 

[Saxton]

Joanjett - Cannes for work and then onto DL Paris ... I'm very jealous!! The best I can hope for is to have some French food & a bordeaux at the Wine & Food Festival and pretend that I'm there.

Urbanation - another Buffalonian/Disney fanatic, very cool! I'll be down just before you guys (Oct. 22-29). It looks like it's good timing since the weather is getting colder here (what a shock!).

Sue

 

[Valentine]

Hey everyone,. WOWOWOOWOWOW 2 whole pages since I last checked in!!!

Okay... Genevieve... I have a DVC DVD if you want it.. you can PM me your address and I will be happy to send it on to you.... I ordered it recently before I bought into DVC.... I am sure I could even call my rep and ask for a more updated recent one if they have it and they would send one... just let me know!

Everyone else.. enjoy your trips.. I am soooo jealous.... but I am excited for you! Catch ya later!


Kathy