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Simhne

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  1. Lou, you left us with not only all your music , you  introduced me to many other artists/poets  like Rimbaud and Baudelaire,Jim Carroll and Patti Smith  and the New York Dolls plus a list of other artists that would take too long to list . A true cornerstone of  serious modern music.

     

    RIP .

    Nicely put.

  2. Peter Tatchell is definitely a hero of mine. I met him once off a train in Manchester in about 94 to take him to an event but I can't remember what the event was although I do remember he was promoting his book on safer sex at it. Great man who lives by his convictions.

    How about Lily Savage? I used to go and see her at the Vauxhall Tavern in London in the early 90's, fantastic although Adrella was better.

     

    "...lives by his convictions" ... Probably why he was a total failure as a politician - he wouldn't have fitted in at all.

    How do you mean "failure" LeC? When he stood for Bermondsey in the 80s he was the focus of violent homophobic attacks including an orchestrated campaign by the Liberal Party's Simon Hughes. He wasn't elected.

  3. Peter Tatchell is definitely a hero of mine. I met him once off a train in Manchester in about 94 to take him to an event but I can't remember what the event was although I do remember he was promoting his book on safer sex at it. Great man who lives by his convictions.

    How about Lily Savage? I used to go and see her at the Vauxhall Tavern in London in the early 90's, fantastic although Adrella was better.

  4. It is far more comfortable and sadly predictable for all of us involved in this scenario to maintain our familiar positions without considering or being open to what might be happening here.

    It is clear to anyone familiar with the Catholic Church that the language, approach and above all gestures used by Francis are very significant. Not only that but if like me and IB you were brought up in the Church and like IB I retain a very song affection for it and it's people then is it not natural to desperately want to see the kind of change we all hope for in such a powerful institution. Personally I am optimistic but I will be watching how things unfold as I am not convinced the curia will give up that easily.

    It is important to not be naive about Francis and the Church but it is equally important to recognise and nurture any possibility for dialogue and change rather than remaining in our familiar comfort zones no matter how justifiable they are and I speak as an lgbt activist since the days of section 28 and the Benetton protest in the UK.

    Having said all that I've just finished my morning yoga and mediation here in the UK!

  5. Your friend should try and avoid Xanax or other Benzodiazepenes as much as possible as they are useful in extreme circumstances but addictive. If you can find a Cognitive Behavioural Therapist you should direct them there as it is the best evidenced means of managing the symptoms but they must be prepared to put the work in.

    Mindfulness or meditation techniques are however probably more easily accessed in Thailand and are really excellent for changing our attitudes generally to a more calm and positive mind set. This is also well evidenced.

  6. If you saw the semi final audience shots it was like a gay bar in there, so funny. Annamatronic of Scissor Sisters was one of the UK show presenters and was really entertaining/camp.

    Malta's song is cute of weird, shame Montenegro didn't get through but I rather like the French entry. Ireland way too cheesy I'm afraid.

    Can you imagine an Asian version? Or is there? !

  7. I hope the 3 representatives of the LGBTI community on the panel are able to continue their advocacy for the community in Thailand and that they feel supported in what is surely a challenging role. Unhelpful and frankly bizarre suggestions such as the homosexuality test must continue to be challenged.

    I'd be interested to know the composition of the panel from a party political perspective and how their views divide as such. It's also worth commenting what a well written article the OP is.

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  8. It would be great if somebody had a block of land, fence it and then rent it out to dog walkers. If I had the connections I would do it. A dog park is something I would pay to use here, and I have a huge garden already.

    I know of a block of land in Lad Prao, old school yard (school has recently closed). The owner is an in law of mine and is looking for a use for it but would want income. If there was sufficient take up for your idea what do you think people would regard as a reasonable fee or subscription assuming there would be enough demand locally?

    The area is just over a Rai so not massive but big enough to throw a ball, has seats etc and is enclosed.

  9. Can I suggest a positive response from those of us feeling shame and anger over the spectacle unfolding in London today with the tory beatification of a woman who brought such a legacy of suffering and division would be to make a donation to support the Durham Miners Gala. Its an excellent site just to have read of in case you don't feel able to contribute.

    Friends of The Durham Miners Gala.html[/url]

    I will send them an IOU on your behalf, how much shall I put you down for?

    Well it wouldn't be an IOU in that case pal would it. How about a UOU or better still a MOU (maggie owes you) which would seem just. Put her down for the 10 million this is setting UK tax payers back for a start.
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  10. Can I suggest a positive response from those of us feeling shame and anger over the spectacle unfolding in London today with the tory beatification of a woman who brought such a legacy of suffering and division would be to make a donation to support the Durham Miners Gala. Its an excellent site just to have read of in case you don't feel able to contribute.

    Friends%20of%20The%20Durham%20Miners%20Gala.html[/url]

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