Hi all
Just wanted to let you know that I will be heading to San Francisco for Folsom Fair. I will be there from September 24to 28th. I am looking forward to seeing all the men in leather, meeting more men and women in the leather community and learning more about leather. I have always wanted to go to San Francisco during Folsom week.
After that I am involved with Deaf Culture Festival here in Maine on October 3rd. The next event I look forward to attending is Mr. Ms. New Jersey Leather 2010 contest on weekend of October16th. Hugz Terry
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
Spoke at Just Guys Group
On September 9th, I was a guest speaker at Just Guys, a group for men. I spoke about my experience preparing for and participating in International Mr. Deaf Leather contest. I also spoke about my experiences with deaf and hearing leather community. We discussed role of titleholders, why I like leather and how to communicate between deaf and hearing.
We also talked about the continuum of leather community and how different people have different interests in leather. The group discussion was informative and fun. hugz Terry
We also talked about the continuum of leather community and how different people have different interests in leather. The group discussion was informative and fun. hugz Terry
MC for ASL Health Fair on 8/21/09
I was invited to MC an ASL health fair in Monmouth Maine as International Mr. Deaf Leather 2009. It was a hot day and fans were not working.
It was fun to be MC for the event and the information that was provided was very educational.
During the last hour I educated people on the role of IMRDL. I also answered questions and we all played Jeopardy where the categories were sex education .
The picture is me with two deaf interpreters and two hearing interpreters and also the coordinator of the event . Even though it was hot, I had a blast. I encourage people to attend the next ASL Health Fair. Hugz. Terry
Monday, September 21, 2009
another picture from Mr. Boston leather Contest
It was fun to attend Mr. Boston Leather 2010 contest. picture is of Mr. Boston Leather 2009, Tim Starkey, International Ms. Leather 2009, Lamalani, Mr. Boston Leather 2010, Justin Eddy and myself.
I really enjoyed getting to meet everyone and also finally getting to meet Lamalani and talk to her. I will try to post more pictures of events. Leather hugz Terry
drive to Rehboth Beach July 31 2009
On Thursday July 27th my friend Chris and I drove to Rehoboth Beach Delaware from Maine.We left after work. We decided to drive at night to avoid heavy traffic. We arrived in Rehoboth Beach at 4 a.m. It was too early to check into hotel so we slept in car for couple of hours then checked out a couple sights.
Friday Night we attended a jail and bail fundraiser at the Double L Bar. It was fun and we met a lot of people. It was fun to see people end up in the jail. that is until I was finally put in jail. The first time I paid to get out. However, the second time, I no longer had any cash on me so has to spend time in the jail. I want to thank all of the people who helped out with that fundraiser. Also special thanks to the staff at the Double L Bar.
The next day we went to the beach. My friend and I meant to meet up with friends at the beach. However, we ended up go wrong way and had a long long walk. It was enough exercise for a week. It was fun and we ended up meeting Boy Alex and others. Thanks to Boy Alex and his wife for giving us ride back to the other end of beach where we met up with our friends.
Once we got there I had to spend lot of time in the water. After that we went back to hotel then to a pool party where I met several more deaf people and some people who I had not seen for years. It was fun and I had a blast.
Friday Night we attended a jail and bail fundraiser at the Double L Bar. It was fun and we met a lot of people. It was fun to see people end up in the jail. that is until I was finally put in jail. The first time I paid to get out. However, the second time, I no longer had any cash on me so has to spend time in the jail. I want to thank all of the people who helped out with that fundraiser. Also special thanks to the staff at the Double L Bar.
The next day we went to the beach. My friend and I meant to meet up with friends at the beach. However, we ended up go wrong way and had a long long walk. It was enough exercise for a week. It was fun and we ended up meeting Boy Alex and others. Thanks to Boy Alex and his wife for giving us ride back to the other end of beach where we met up with our friends.
Once we got there I had to spend lot of time in the water. After that we went back to hotel then to a pool party where I met several more deaf people and some people who I had not seen for years. It was fun and I had a blast.
Harbor Masters and Blackstones on July 18
belated post from July 9/20/09
On July 18th Harbor Masters of Maine had their monthly meeting and I shared my story of the experience I had during the contest. I came home to a great welcome and cheers from the Harbor Masters. That night I wore my sash and pictures were taken at our home bar Blackstone's. ( I encourage you to check out their web in my links session) Many thanks to Harbor Masters of Maine and to Blackstone's , a great bar.
On July 18th Harbor Masters of Maine had their monthly meeting and I shared my story of the experience I had during the contest. I came home to a great welcome and cheers from the Harbor Masters. That night I wore my sash and pictures were taken at our home bar Blackstone's. ( I encourage you to check out their web in my links session) Many thanks to Harbor Masters of Maine and to Blackstone's , a great bar.
The conetest in July 2009
belated blog from 7/7/09
Looking back to July 2nd when I became International Mr. Deaf Leather 2009. I feel fortunate to have won and hope to represent IDL (International Deaf Leather) well. I hope to break barriers and educate people about both deaf and leather communities.
During the contest I had fun and was also a little stressed. I was happy that my partner Court came with me and was very supportive. The minute I arrived to my hotel the first thing I said to Court is I have got to go the the Leather Archives Museum where there was a panel to discuss deaf and leather community. Boy am I so glad I went. I was impressed with the panel discussion and also with the Leather Archives Museum.
After that it was out to eat then to get ready for meet and greet. I really enjoyed meeting with and talking to a lot of people during the meet and greet. Jefferey Payne International Mr. Leather 2009 was a great MC that night. I was surprised when he shared that he himself has hearing loss.( I encourage you to check out his website and read his blogs. They are awesome.)
The next day was rehearsal for the show and of course for me that hardest part, interview with the judges. As hard as it was, I am so grateful for the experience that I had with the judges.
After that it was dinner and then the contest. It was fun and the MC Jose was great. I was proud to wear leather on stage and to be a part of the contest.
I want to thank all the people that helped us backstage and during rehearsal, Jose the MC, all 8 of the judges and to Philip Rubin. Thanks to all for making it possible for me to be IMRDL2009. I hope to do you All proud.
Looking back to July 2nd when I became International Mr. Deaf Leather 2009. I feel fortunate to have won and hope to represent IDL (International Deaf Leather) well. I hope to break barriers and educate people about both deaf and leather communities.
During the contest I had fun and was also a little stressed. I was happy that my partner Court came with me and was very supportive. The minute I arrived to my hotel the first thing I said to Court is I have got to go the the Leather Archives Museum where there was a panel to discuss deaf and leather community. Boy am I so glad I went. I was impressed with the panel discussion and also with the Leather Archives Museum.
After that it was out to eat then to get ready for meet and greet. I really enjoyed meeting with and talking to a lot of people during the meet and greet. Jefferey Payne International Mr. Leather 2009 was a great MC that night. I was surprised when he shared that he himself has hearing loss.( I encourage you to check out his website and read his blogs. They are awesome.)
The next day was rehearsal for the show and of course for me that hardest part, interview with the judges. As hard as it was, I am so grateful for the experience that I had with the judges.
After that it was dinner and then the contest. It was fun and the MC Jose was great. I was proud to wear leather on stage and to be a part of the contest.
I want to thank all the people that helped us backstage and during rehearsal, Jose the MC, all 8 of the judges and to Philip Rubin. Thanks to all for making it possible for me to be IMRDL2009. I hope to do you All proud.
Special thanks to Harbor Masters
9/21/09
I wanted to take the time to send out a special thanks to our local leather group, Harbor Masters of Maine. Prior to entering International Mr. Deaf Leather contest in Chicago, I was unsure about entering the contest. But with support and encouragement from my brothers at Harbor Masters, I finally found the courage to enter the contest and learn from the experience. I was surprised when I won the title of International Mr. Deaf Leather 2009 on July 2nd. I am so grateful for the support and sponsorship from Harbor Masters of Maine.
I encourage you to check out their website in my links session. I also encourage you to check out and attend their 27th anniversary leather run on November 6-8th. For more information check out their website. THANKS to Harbor Masters of Maine. Terry
I wanted to take the time to send out a special thanks to our local leather group, Harbor Masters of Maine. Prior to entering International Mr. Deaf Leather contest in Chicago, I was unsure about entering the contest. But with support and encouragement from my brothers at Harbor Masters, I finally found the courage to enter the contest and learn from the experience. I was surprised when I won the title of International Mr. Deaf Leather 2009 on July 2nd. I am so grateful for the support and sponsorship from Harbor Masters of Maine.
I encourage you to check out their website in my links session. I also encourage you to check out and attend their 27th anniversary leather run on November 6-8th. For more information check out their website. THANKS to Harbor Masters of Maine. Terry
Mr. Ct and Mr. Boston Leather 2010
Here we go finally got this blog to work. Let's start with congratulations to Mr. Ct Leather 2010 James Botelho and to Mr. Boston Leather 2010 Justin Eddy(who is deaf)
I went to Ct on the weekend of Sept 11th. On September 12th I spent some time at the New Haven stop for the riders who were riding for Braking the cycle for AIDS. People rode from Boston to New York City as part of a fund raiser and KUDOS to them as it is long ride and hard work.
It was fun to meet the riders and cheer them on. We also handed out NYC Eagle wrist sweatbands.
It was also awesome that ASL interpreters were provided at Mr. CT and Mr. Boston leather contests. Many thanks to Barry Walters and his crew for making me and my deaf friends feel very welcome at Mr. Ct leather contest. Many thanks also to Tim Starkey for making me and my deaf friends feel welcome at Mr. Boston Leather contest. leather hugz Terry
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