Bear Music hits LOGO.  Keep the Fur Coming - Vote Today!

Well, whatever you did thanks so much and let's do it again. My video "SMILE FOR ME" debut'd at #7 and that rocks. If you get a chance, PLEASE vote for me again and VOTE OFTEN The Click List: Top 10 Videos : Video Voting | Logo Online

It was really a thrill watching this and you should have a lot of pride because you helped me get on TV. I really hope to move up the ladder this week. Remember "THE CLICK LIST" is broadcast on LOGO every FRIDAY at MIDNIGHT and will replay during the week.

Bear Music

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Folsom Street 2008

San Francisco

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At The Complete Bear, we believe in celebrating life and being who we are. No closets, no stereotypes, and acceptance of the furry (often round) bodies that we live in - basically it's about living fully. Our definition of living fully includes the freedom of choice. We advocate for the freedom for all people to marry, to adopt, to serve and to live and love how they choose.

We believe in making informed healthy choices, but realize ultimately it is up to you to decide what's best for your mind, body and spirit. When it comes to feeding your brain, we feel the same way.

Not every movie, TV show or book is to our liking, but we appreciate that others may find value in choices that do not appeal to us. And we appreciate that we have the option not view or read things that are not to our liking. The key word being the "option" or freedom to choose.

This week is the American Library Association's Banned Books Week

You have the right to choose. You have the right to vote. You have the right to stop discrimination. You have the right to make a difference.

So whether its a book about gay penguins or the right to marry your husbear - we must fight and protect these liberties as if our lives depended on it - because they do!

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With the pending Prop 8 ballot measure looming, every domestically coupled couple we know has or is tying the knot.  Liza (The Mistress of Procurement) and Jody were no exception. A week after our little get together up north, the happy coupled tied the knot as we sailed under the Golden Gate Bridge.   

I wonder where they got that lovely cake topper?

Marriage Equality 

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   looking back

Vintage Bear and Leather Events

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WOOF! 

Photographer bubbaclicks brings his eye to a reliable favorite among hairy men and their admirers. Hot, hunky bears fill up an outstanding collection of photography for those who enjoy their men as real and un-manicured as nature intended them to be! These burly, masculine studs will keep bear lovers satisfied all year long.

Bear Men Calendar 2009 

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It's never too early to start dropping hints. We love husbear, but really another flannel shirt?

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OK, the reason we were refurbishing the cabin was that we had planned a little party. OK, it was our wedding.

At one point, one of the guests asked "Is your family here?"

I looked around. Melissa who shared my dating hell for too many years was there. Karin and Mark had brought their sons - I had nailed her first pregnancy when she passed on a glass of wine back in Berkeley and pee'd every two minutes. Jesse and David flew in from Boston. I had attended their wedding in 2004.

Yes, my family was there. All the people that we love and care about came to celebrate our day.

And for those keeping track, my sister flew in from Connecticut - check out Bear Bones over the next week or so for our adventures as tourists in SF. Apparently, what I lack in factual information, I make up for in story telling. Rockefeller? Hearst? Diego Rivera!- stay tuned!

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 The best laid plans
 or I sold my soul to Home Depot

So, husbear and I decided to renovate the cabin ourselves. If you ever feel the need to test the strength of your relationship (I recommend that you don't), nothing beats a remodeling project.

Half of the Home Depot order didn't show up. The cabinets from IKEA didn't include the pantry door. The drywall guy never came back. The washing machine wasn't attached to a drain (guess how I figured that one out? - think Noah's Ark)

I now know what a "Punch List" is (it's all the stuff that didn't get done), soon to become a "honey do list!" Honey, can you attach the base boards. Honey, we need the garbage disposal to stop spewing all over the kitchen - you get the idea.

And apparently, if we don't get the roof on by October 15th - we are screwed. We called a roofer, but he just laughed . . .

So, my sincere apologies for a late newsletter. It's just that I've been a tad busy. Of course, it will be rustically furnished by The Complete Bear

I'm sure husbear number #2 will appreciate all the hard work that has gone into the Cabin. See you on the slopes!

Incline Village cabin 

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Bearly Edible is a recipe, entertaining and kitchen tips blog. for gay bearish men who love to cook and entertain.

We asked Tom for a little something to warm us up as fall approaches. . .

Summer has come to an end, and football is in the air. Who doesn’t like to watch a bunch of burly, muscled men in tight uniforms grab and tackle each other in a field? Whether it’s in a pro arena, high school stadium or city park, taking in a football game is part of our American tradition. Speaking of traditions, the tailgate party is the highlight of hungry bears’ football experience.

Chili and tailgating are the perfect match. The heat and hearty taste of chili warms you up on a chilly day. Here’s a very tasty recipe that bucks the traditional definition of chili. This white chili is a healthy alternative to the same old chili pot. The combination of chicken breasts and great northern beans with southwestern spices and chilies make this truly special. Are you ready for some football?

4              bone-in chicken breasts

3½           cups water

3              cups chicken broth

2              tbsp. olive oil

2              cups chopped onion

4              cloves minced garlic

1              can (4 oz.) chopped green chilies

1-2          chopped jalapeños for heat (optional to taste)

2              tsp. cumin

1              tbsp. oregano

¼             tsp. ground cloves

¼             tsp. cayenne pepper

salt, pepper

2              cans (16 oz. each) Great Northern beans

Shredded Monterey Jack cheese for topping

Place chicken breasts in a large pan, cover with the cold water and bring to a Simmer. Simmer very gently for 20 minutes, until chicken is cooked through. Remove chicken and cool slightly, reserving liquid. Shred chicken and add to cooking liquid. Add canned chicken broth.

Heat oil in a skillet. Add onion and garlic and sauté until softened, about 10 minutes. Add chilies, cumin, oregano, cloves, cayenne and salt and pepper to taste; sauté 2 minutes. Add vegetable mixture to the pan with the chicken and broth. Add beans and simmer 1½ hours. Top each serving with Monterrey Jack cheese.

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Recently, I had the chance to sit down with Supervisor Bevan Dufty.

How does being a gay man impact your role as a supervisor? Politics is personal and I believe politics should be about helping people. Being a Gay man informs my work on the Board and establishes my sense of responsibility to be an active leader on issues affecting our community. It certainly inspired me to address Crystal Meth when I joined the Board because of what it's done to many members of our community.

With same sex marriage in Massachusetts and California, and Prop 8 and many other anti-gay legislation on the ballots across the country - where are we with gay rights? We have made amazing progress on a broad scale. But I'm reminded of the murders of Gwen Araujo and Larry Johnson -- children - simply because of gender identity and/or sexual orientation. We have to defeat Prop 8 because too much progress has been achieved to turn back. Young people are also my hope; most under 30 see marriage equality as a no-brainer.

Has becoming a parent changed your views or perspectives? I've learned the words to more Sesame Street songs, "Sunny Day sweeping the clouds away..." -- I'm more patient and better able to savor the moment without thinking of things I haven't done. If Sidney wants to swing in Duboce Park for an hour, that's the plan. If she wants to hear "Prudence's Potty" for the third time before bedtime-- start reading.

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The Cubby House Podcast

A Weekly to Fortnightly Podcast bring you the news, views and jokes for the bear community.

Based in Melbourne with strong ties to not only VicBears and the wider bear community

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Lyric Cafe

(Silverlake, CA)

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Mark was a UC Berkeley rugger and a member of the San Francisco Fog RFC. He was killed in the United 93 plane crash on September 11th, 2001 when he and others led the passengers fighting back against the terrorists who had taken over the plane.

Our hearts go out to all those who lost family and friends on that fateful day.

SF Fog's tribute to a fellow player

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Big Dipper has been extended  -

This is Chris Lyon from Big Dipper- The Bear Musical.

I wanted to let you know that the run has been extended and the venue changed.

The show is Sept. 19, 20, 26, 27  Oct. 3rd, 4th, 10th, 11th  8pm.
Shotwell Studios:    3252- A  19th St, at the corner of Shotwell between Folsom and South VanNess.

Also, many members of the cast are well known in SF if you wish to include a cast photo.

The photo is clockwise from left: Chris St. Germain, Dave Hayes (founder of SF MovieBears), Steve Yates, Sam Samson, Dennis Chase (member BOSF), and Andy Pettit              

Photographer Artie Azuara

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That's the furriest comic character I've seen since Snoopy! 

There are storytelling tricks that get old very quickly. Are silent porn comics among them? That's a question I'm sure all of you were wondering about...and I've got the answer. Or rather, Dale Lazarov does.

The writer of the excellent Sticky is back with more tales of wordless sex among men, and confirms that, no, silent porn comics aren't going to get old any time soon. There are just too many possibilities, and three of them are proposed in Manly, all drawn by artist Amy Colburn, who brings a wonderful playfulness and lightness to the stories included therein.

Here's MANLY's 1st review!

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Bear Calendar

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bTALK podcast #154

Hosts: Shannon, Kurt, Jason, and Joel
Producer: Jeremy

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Husbear and I are renovating the cabin up in Tahoe. 

Let’s just say “the best laid plans of mice and men . . .”

Due to scheduling and travel conflicts, I headed north alone with the dogs.   We had new floors put in and there is sawdust everywhere.  EVERYWHERE!  So, I spent the weekend with the shop vac sucking every nook and crevice.  Get your filthy minds out of the gutter . . .

After about two days of dust and contractors – “You wanted the door to swing which way?”   “Was this supposed to be painted blue?”  “Oh, that’ not in the contract” – I put the dogs in the truck and headed east.  I made a few stops but was met with many “No Dogs” signs.  Finally, I found a scenic overlook and parked the truck.  The dogs were happy to be free and we made our way along a rocky, wooded path along the lake.   The dogs took off for the water and I yelled in vain to keep them in range, but they were gone.  Eventually, I found them at the bottom off a steep climb splashing in the lake.  I scurried over boulders, muttering to myself and found myself in a secluded area along the shore.

So, I stripped down to my boxers and dove in after the dogs.  The water was chilly, but refreshing.  The dogs were happy to have a swimming companion.  As I splashed along with my mutts – I realized this was the first time all year that I had been in the lake.   And it was Labor Day – ugh!  Note to self - Get a life!

Later, the dogs and I drove back into town.  I needed a burger – you know with bacon, cheddar, onions, the works!  There is one dog friendly place in town – Crosby’s.  The regulars at the bar are on a first name basis with the dogs.  And there are always dog treats.

We made our way back to the cabin, I called husbear to say goodnight and crawled under the covers with a dog on each side.       

At about 4am, I woke up freezing.  I like to sleep with the windows open and the temperature had dropped.  Really dropped!  27 friggin degrees!  I was forced to crawl out from under the covers, cursing I ran around closing windows and cranked up the heat.  As I crawled back in bed, the one dog groaned.  “Gee, sorry to bother you . . .”

All in all, not a bad way to end the summer.

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