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Friday, May 16, 2008

The Saga Continues.... Condom or Consequences!

Archive Saga:6/9/2003

By Nevin Jefferson

"Alarming HIV rise in county." Yes gang, the misbehaving in the Gay Community made front-page news with Mr. and Mrs. John Q. Public thinking that all gay men are whores in eternal heat. Not to mention selfish, self-centered, and insensitive with a twist of suicidal sissies to the delight of all of the anti-gay groups and the Religious Wrong. Public health officials estimate the infection rate in gay men will jump by 60% if the latest rave of complacency, recklessness or prevention burnout is carried on with a vengeance. New HIV infection rates are running high because of unsafe sexual behavior due in part of irresponsibility and stupidity of the worst degree. Complacency is much too kind because how can one be unaware of the dangers involved when it's in your face every direction you look. Ignoring the real fact of the manner and denying it doesn't make it go away. Nor does saying; "AIDS is not a problem." It is, it shall be, and is an epidemic staring us in the face. Recklessness is a cute way of saying that someone has self-destructive tendencies and needs therapy. Prevention burnout? Let's get real here! Preventive measures are the best way to go regardless of the inconvenience "The new information is frightening. It's astounding." Dr. Bob Wood, director of the HIV/AIDS program for Public Health, Seattle and King County. This is coming from the same guy who thinks that barebacking isn't a problem in the gay community. Doesn't he know that unsafe sex and barebacking are one in the same? Guess not! The agency's clinics identified 94 new HIV infections in gay men tested last year. Testing through April indicates there could be more than 150 cases by the end of this year. The clinics account for only a fraction of HIV testing in the county the numbers is considered to be a representative sampling. The spread of the AIDS virus in Seattle's gay community is appalling, but not something to be surprised or shocked about. Health officials have been reporting increased rates of sexually transmitted diseases and warning that HIV would make an entrance on the scene for the past several years. Aids Activists and concerned citizens have been trying to stop the stupidity for the longest time only to get slammed into a brick wall. Syphilis had been eliminated from King County then made an epidemic come back with health officials guess-a-mating 100 case of syphilis, mostly among gay men. According to Bob Wood, the up rise in STD rates indicates more risky sexual behavior and warns that it could lead to a second wave of HIV infection in Seattle and King County. With condoms being a forgotten fad like the hula-hoop and nobody caring enough about themselves or the people involved the outcome was already evident. "Aids is no longer as scary as it used to be." Bob Wood. Really? A disease with no cure or with no vaccine over boiling in a beacon in a labotorory is considered to be no basic biggie. On that logic along gay men are sucking and f**king like there's no tomorrow without condoms or telling their HIV status or failing to notice a sore or lesion in the genitals. Bob Wood is also under the impression that AIDS is a long-term, manageable disease. Let's try treatable with side effects, resistance, and mutation lurking around the corner. Then there's the strain of AIDS that 's resistance to all medicines causing the person to have a funeral on stand-by. The fear factor is gone and unsafe behavior is becoming an high infection rate due to the above it all attitude. The going theory is that young gay men may be complacent about the disease while older gay men waiting for a cure or vaccine may be tired after two decades and experience what experts call prevention burnout. Which generation wins the "unclear of the concept" award for the century? Curing a virus is easier said than done with an estimated cure factor not estimating at all. The logical approach to this is to practice safe and safer sex while taking the prescribed drugs until a cure does happen to concoct in the research labs. Bob Wood also points out that people still die from AIDS. With a death factor involved you'd think that people would adept and knock off the weirdo, wacko, risky sexual behavior. The mindset that being gay is all about having sex without any other interests shows that the light bulb is busted with the thinker in total darkness. "It's up to the gay community to fight the trend. I don't think it's just complacency, it's also denial and carelessness. " Jack Johnston director of Positive Power, an educational program designed to educate HIV+ people about reducing their risk of spreading the disease. Sexually active gay and bisexual men aren't unique in wanting to avoid the stigma and fear that can accompany a positive HIV test. Sexually active gay and bisexual men don't want to be held accountable for their actions. It's easier to not get tested and infect others without either partner knowing. It's easier to snub people who are HIV+ and tell the interested party their status getting their feelings hurt and made to feel like a leper. HIV+ people have more at stake here, they're more subjective to germs, infections, and can get the super infection if they don't play by the rules. A sexually active person can wipe them out and not know if they're infected themselves especially if they've never been tested. Not knowing what you're leaving behind seems to work for the sexually active people who are HIV+ bound. Try as you may, you won't escape unscathed. Johnston believes that members of the gay community can lead the way in creating an open, positive dialogue that can make everyone safer. According to David Richart, director of education and prevention for Lifelong Aids Alliance cuts in funding for AIDS prevention programs have made it harder to reach those most at risk. Lifelong Aids Alliance will start a public education campaign in July that features bus placards and involves reaching people through the Internet. "There's a lot of stuff on the Web promoting unsafe sex." David Richart. Yes, there is and I've exposed them to you my dear readers in an effort to do my part in this War against AIDS and STD's. With HIV infections soaring and the use of condoms plunging, public health officials and AIDS activists are urging members of the gay and bisexual community to engage in safe sex and get tested for HIV and STD's. So far this effort has been like ice-skating rinks in Hell! You can't avoid the truth and you reap what you sow. It's as simple as that! For the sake of sanity, get tested, get treated, practice safe and safer sex, and strive to be a perfect role model for your fellow gay.

The Saga Continues... Archive Saga: 6/9/2003

nevin72 Mon Apr 24 16:54:03 PDT 2006

Posted by Nevin "Mister Saga" Jefferson at 5:55 AM

The Saga Continues

The Right Stroke!

By Nevin Jefferson

Oh joy, girls and studs! Another first in Gayville, a gay couple is expecting a bundle of four in August. Yes, a ready-made family consisting of three boys and one girl for a hair stylist and his lover who own a salon. No doubt about it, somebody is definitely have to be a stay at home Mom. The surrogate mother is a client of the salon and is said to be doing fine with four loaves in the oven. The couple hails from Lexington, Kentucky the State that asks the question; "If a couple gets divorced are they still brother and sister?" The breeder genes were intact as the cup runneth over for the in-vitro fertilization process with a result of quadruplets. According to the couple, raising children is important and they're going to raise their kids to be good people. One gets to play "Father Knows Best" with the other playing "Donna Reed". Can't you just die?! A sonogram hangs on the wall of the salon for all to see and share in their joy. Now of course, we live in a world where your house is either bombed or burned while you're in it by mindless twits with hearts of hate. There are those who say that the happy couple should stay private while others say; "Go for it!" and go for the perks like John Q. Breeder would in this situation. Quadruplets are uncommon with 18 sets being born in Kentucky since 1975 with the latest addition being more uncommon and a triumph for gay couples all over. My sexy female friend, who has gone from slinging and posing around my home to putting together my lawn mower and showing me how to mow a lawn, thinks that this incident is going to be ignored by the media just like the birth of quadruplets to a Black couple would be. What a world, huh? I would love to see this couple get the free diapers, baby food, toys, cash, and everything else that is deserving of the happy family. Why shouldn't they take all of the endorsements that they can get and then some? Wouldn't it be nice to have Gerber Babies that are from our very own? Why can't these be Fisher-Price Kids? Martha Steward is gay-friendly wouldn't it be nice if she did a kids line for this happy family to be? That and child proof the house on her show. The possibilities are endless. Why shouldn't they be on the Morning Shows aplenty? They should also do the talk show circuit with an audience of their peers without the so-called opposing sides that producers insist on. They should do interviews and photo shoots for all of the Family magazines including the cover. Family is the latest craze with most people opting to have one, so why not? This is a family! This is the real world that we live in where gays are capable of raising children and have been for years. Our joy shouldn't be wrecked by fear nor should our sense of peace be shattered by the stupidity on parade from the unmoral majority. Anyone in his or her right mind knows that you never piss off a hairdresser, look at Anita Bryant. To this day she still can't get her hair and makeup done. Or more recently the Super Model who mouthed off about Ru Paul using her name in his hit song "Super Model". At her next big show no hair dresser or makeup artist would go near her forcing her to do her own. When she hit the runway, she looked like a street chick with big knockers with nobody recognizing her. She immediately apologized and retracted her statement to save face, for real! With this in mind, the happy couple can milk the cow dry without a worry. Then there's the old adage, never screw around with gays, they will get you in the long run and it's going to be real cute! It makes quite the gossip and a good story to make the rounds through the community. And have I got news for my fellow lesbians who want to add a little dividend to their relationship. Over in jolly olde London, a web site was introduced for lesbian couples wanting to have children. In the first 48 hour of Internet life, the site was hit with 8,000 applicants interested and ready to spoon over $730.00 for the service. Get ready Butch, the name is going to just thrill you silly! ManNotIncluded.com provides sperm donors for "home insemination" without meeting the donor. No jerking around here! The company does have a screening process that personally vets both parties. The sperm donations are going to be made through establishments known in this field. Medical screening will also be performed that will help prevent women from being at any risk. Isn't modern science wonderful? The Founder is thrilled by the demand which proves the need for this service and product. There isn't a shortage of supply either with 5,000 men signing up to be donors for $75.00-$90.00 a shot. 5,000 men getting off in Dixie, the South has risen again! Talk about your British Invasions, gang! If you rather adopt, you can. Two Leather Daddies have adopted me in my lifetime, so I'm recommending it whole-heartedly. I'm too old for a Daddy, so I'm looking into adopting a leather stud. True, there's a lot of paper work and legal hoops to jump through but it's all worth it in the end. There's also Foster Kids who desperately need loving homes along with throwaway teens. So if you have parental instincts that's winding your body clock, you can now set the alarm.

Nevin Jefferson, All Rights Reserved

The Saga Continues with "I Do"

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An Easter Miracle

Nevin Jefferson and St. George experienced our own Easter miracle over the past few weeks. Several weeks ago, Nevin was rushed to the ICU in Federal Way with several life-threatening physical conditions. Many caring members of St. George spent innumerable hours visiting Nevin. Others, who were unable to visit, spent hours praying on his behalf. And amazingly, one step at a time, one day at a time, a miracle happened. God, the hospital staff, lots of visitors, lots of prayers and Nevin's will to live combined to bring about that miracle. After weeks in the hospital, and a short time in a rehabilitation center, Nevin was allowed to go home. By mid-April, he was doing so well that he has once again been able to resume much of his regular life, including attending St. George on Sundays.

Thank You, God, and welcome back, Nevin. ". . .pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective." James 5:16 For a more detailed account of Nevin's serious illness and amazing recovery in his own words, go to http://mistersaga08.blogspot.com

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"I DO!"

By Nevin Jefferson

My so-called psychic friend called me at 3:00 a.m. and told me that he had a vision of me getting married in a real wedding ceremony to a former Porno Star or Ex- Hustler. Great! Now on my Honeymoon, I'll either be filmed, charged, or both! I told him that I had a vision of my cramming his tarot cards up his butt, shuffling them, then flipping them out of his mouth one by one. Till this day, he still holds to this as being true. To this day I still think that he's just as cracked as his crystal ball. Well Ms. Cleo has nothing to worry about from this one, she can come out of hiding. I'm all for same-sex marriages, I signed up for every upcoming Wedding special there is. I even have my wedding attire planned with a tailor on standby when the day comes. No, it's not a wedding gown, it's very formal attire created and designed by yours truly. It's hot! I plan on putting every Bride to shame as I leave Old Maid territory and head out to new frontier. The problem is finding someone to make it happen in a world where people who say that they want a commitment don't. And people who say that they don't want a commitment do. It's very confusing. Some men want to meet, partial greet, get off the drawers, get it on and move on. In this day and age this could lead you towards a funeral instead of a wedding. Either that, or Poster Boy for the STD clinics nationwide. Some men are having a hard time of adapting to the new way of things. They can't relate. Not only do they have to wear a condom; they have to talk to you. They have to get to know you better and start to like you. They even have to tell you their last name! Then throw in dinner and a movie or any social outing that's strictly one on one and they go bonkers. It's too much for these men to handle with the desire to flee whenever they get too close to a person. And of course, they blame you! It's your fault that they're developing feelings and emotions for you. Get real! Better yet, get out! Then they hit you with the classic line; "we're moving to fast, we need to take it slow. Let's see other people". If I wanted to see other people, I wouldn't be seeing you to begin with, chump! How is seeing or rather screwing other people going to bring us closer? Next! If this isn't enough to make you get into the bathtub with razor blades and violin music, this one will. Today's man will email you instead of calling you. To me, this is impersonal and distancing one's self from a person. If you like me call me, don't type me! To me, emails are for quick notes, jokes, smut, recipes, "Thinking of You", "You turn my stomach", and your other typical stuff. They claim that it's cheaper than a phone call and faster. Or worst, they tell you to call them! Honey, take a good look at my picture. Do you actually think that I'm going to call a man? I'll return his phone calls. Granted, if I really like a person, I'll call him. If he doesn't return the phone call, I don't bother calling back. Hey, he got the message, he knows that I called, so why in the hell should I call back? The reason that he hasn't called is because he emailed you instead. Let's get real here! I'm from the Old School of being courted, getting flowers, and writing love poems to that someone, cooking a nice meal and dining by candlelight, doing special things simply because, getting giddy, can't sleep, eat, or think because of this special person. The feelings should be likewise, it takes two to relate in a relationship. I know, dream on! And finally, you have Mr. and Mrs. Ignorant America professing that marriage between two men or two women isn't right. How in the hell do they know? This is coming from people who don't honor their own wedding vows, hate each other guts, and throw kids into the brew to simmer and saut into a product of a flucked up household. Emotional scars run deep and can be reopened easily which is why Therapists are making a fortune. This is also coming from people who let their kids dictate to them and be total brats. Teacher's tell children that if their parents hit them or threaten them to call 911. If I had children, I'd tell them to call an orphanage or to request medical attention. If this isn't bad enough television shows and comics all have bratty kids who don't mind their parents and are considered cute. This is the norm for today's screwed up children who grow up to be screwed up adults. That breed contempt. Before you bitch and moan about the issue at hand here gang, take a good look at some of today's youth. Scary! I'm from the Old School where children were taught their manners and made to mind them. To sit up straight and speak when spoken to. Respect their elders. Go to school and get an education, so you'd be somebody. Never, ever interrupt an adult conversation. Never talk back to your parents or any other adult. Never cling to your parents, you were told to go play with your toys, watch television, or read a book. You were told that whatever went on in the household stayed in the household. And if you didn't mind any of the above rules, you got your ass whupped! It was that simple! You couldn't call 911 because you had to ask permission to use the phone. Not only that, you had to say who you were calling. Had you said; "911", you would have been told to call the morgue instead. If I had children, I'd rise them the same and wouldn't tolerate stunts, tandems, or misbehavior in public. If I had children, I'd be in jail for child abuse, neglect, and every other charge that used to be considered discipline. If I ever do get married, I'm renting children for family gatherings and social functions. And if I ever do get married knowing the way my luck runs, it'll be by email.

Nevin Jefferson, All Rights Reserved

The Saga Continues with "Divorce Court"...

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The Lord's work over Pride any day!

by Nevin Jefferson SGN Contributing Writer

I found myself caught in making a decision about which Pride Parade to participate in this year. It was either the Gay one on Sunday or the Dyke one on Saturday. I chose neither!

Instead I went to church as usual complete with an Eucharist visit to Betty and Joyce at their assisted living home. Then, I delivered papers for Randy Van who drives a van with the license plates "RNDY VAN" for all to see while making our deliveries. Randy is still recuperating from being "un-Christian bashed" by a member of the "Religious Wrong" that left him in intensive care for 4 weeks. The zealot responsible for this was trying to save Randy from his Gay perversion and sinful lifestyle. What Randy really needed was Jesus to save him from the hate conditioned "hyper-Christian" who go out and practice what they're preached after attending services to worship Satan.

Let's not forget about the other percentage of damaged minds who get their religion from Evangelists poisoning the airways of Television and Radio. I'll take a God's work over Gay play any day, which is the reason why I nixed another parade in another summer of "Pride divide" in the Gay community.

Once again, the Gay community became children of divorce who had to choose one over the other. Division belongs in math books! As a Black man, I'd rather integrate than segregate. Whatever happened to unity? I hoped and prayed that the folks of Seattle Out and Proud would sit down with the folks of QueerFest with the resolution being "ONE" big parade. The Pride Parade has evolved from marching in our own neighborhood to an out in the open location, complete with stores, shops, and skyscrapers. This year's annual 33rd Pride Parade was two hours long and had 150 contingents dazzling and wowing the thousands lined up along 4th Avenue to Denny Way.

Earlier this year, the SGN scooped everyone when it wrote that Seattle Out and Proud owed a "cha-ching" $100,000 to the City of Seattle for the 2006 Pride celebration at Seattle Center. This year's parade almost had the plug pulled out from under it. Miracles do happen with the Pride Parade being a witness to all who attended both the parade and PrideFest at the Seattle Center. Once again, there was food, booths of the Queer and organizational kind; complete with music.

This year's event was presented by One Degree Events. "This weekend has been an amazing event. This city can support it all," Troy Campbell, spokesman for Seattle Out and Proud was quoted as saying in the Seattle Times. The reporter from the Times was stunned by the Pride Parade that was mainstream with contingents from Macy's, Starbucks, Banner Bank, Seattle Public Utilities, and politicians alike. The hyper-Christians who once again protested, were drowned out by the crowd. For those of you who missed it, there's a photo gallery on the Times website.

I love it when the good of God comes into full completion for the cause of good.