HAPPY HOLIDAYS

Hi Everyone
I am sorry I have not been keeping this blog updated. I will try to get it updated before I start traveling again. I want to take the time to wish everyone a HAPPY HOLIDAY. Sending Hugz and love to all of you. I hope the new year brings great things your way. Leather Hugz Terry

My scedhule

Here is my schedule for the next several weeks
Sept 18th, Mr. Conn. Leather
Sept 24-26 Mr. Michigan Leather(judge)
October 1-3 Mr. NYC Eagle
October 8-11 Mr. Exile(judge)
October 15-17 Mr. and Ms. NJ Leather
October 22-24 Harbor Masters of Maine Run
I look forward to seeing everyone.

Mr. Boston Leather 2011

I left Maine around 9 45 p.m. on September 9th to head to Logan airport to pick up Jeffrey Payne and then we headed to the hotel. We got settled in and chatted for a bit . The next morning I went to pick up MLO Top Trainer Mike, and that afternoon picked up Mr. Cellblock 2010 Brian, Mr. Maryland arrived shortly after noon. Tim Starkey IMBB arrived early evening then we all headed out to eat at the Cheesecake Factory. Tim was producer of Mr. Boston Leather 2011 and is also currently International Mr. Bootblack 2010. (IMBB) After eating we headed to the Ramrod for meet and greet.
On Saturday, Tim gave us all a tour of Boston, we went through Boston Common, Boston Garden and down by the water . It was a beautiful day and the walk was fun. The company was great. Glenda who produces International Ms. Leather joined up with us later in the afternoon and it was great to spend some time with her as well.
Saturday night all of the judges, Jeffrey, Glenda, Myself, Justin (Mr. Boston leather2010) Mister J,Brian, Mike headed to the Ramrod and did the interviews. Both contestants did a great job. After interviews I had time do my boots. He did a great job. The contest started and it was fun. The one thing I forgot was my camera so I don't have any pictures to share at this time.
Congrats to David D who is now Mr. Boston Leather 2011
I had a great time with the judges and meeting other people and of course seeing the Boston leather family. It was also great to see Mark and Dave from Harbor Masters of Maine at the Ramrod.

IDL 2010 more info

I forgot to mention that Dennis Hart received the Michael Felts lifetime achievement award and Jeffrey Payne won the IDL recognition award for his hard work with the Sharon St Cyr Fund which helps people purchase hearing aids and also helps to get interpreters. Congrats to Dennis and Jeffrey on their awards.

Terry and Val IMRDL and IMSDL 2010

Me and my Sash wife Val
I am proud to have Val as my sash wife and look forward to another great year. We hope that if we can be of help such as doing workshops, presentations, making appearances or judging that you will not hesitate to ask us. we look forward to another great year.
I know that Val will do a great job as IMSDL 2010. She also holds title of Midatlantic Leatherwoman 2010 and Ms. BLADEAF 2010.
Leather hugz to all

Me and my Sash Wife Val

Val Sherill International Ms Deaf Leather 2010.. CONGRATS Val.

Mama's family at IDL 2010

Boy Alex, Boy Taz, Tyler, Tim and me at IDL 2010

Boy Taz, Tyler IML2010, Tim, IMBB2010 and me at IDL 2010

Bon Brown (who I was also thrilled to see) and me at IDL 2010

Tyler MCcormick IML 2010 and me at IDL 2010

Alex, Boy Taz,Tyler, and me at IDL 2010

International Deaf Leather 2010

On July 20th Court and I flew to Las Vegas and for first two days went to visit my brother who lives in Sandy Valley Nevada. It is in the middle of the desert. It was great to spend time with my brother , his wife , their 7 dogs and 3 cats. I love dogs but 7 dogs is way too many for me. We took a drive up to a mountain. I cannot remember the name of it at this time but it was a beautiful drive and nice quality time for Court and I with my brother and his wife.
On July 22nd Court and I headed to Las Vegas to Alexis Park Resort and we got settled in our room. We then met up with Boy Taz and several others. We were happy with our room and accommodations. Upon arrival we met up with Tim Starkey International Mr.Boot Black 2010. It was great to see him and chat with him for a bit. we then ate and unpacked then headed to the pool. We spent a lot of time at the pool during this event. It was fun to see so many of the IDL family as well as other deaf. It was also great to see everyone again. We had a great team of judges. We had an auction at the meet and greet and I was thrilled to see Stan and Andy from Harbor Masters of Maine. It was great to see Jeffrey Payne IML2009, Tyler McCormick IML2010, Tim Starkey IMBB 2010. several IDl family such as Philip, Sir Y, Bob Donaldson,Boy Alex, Patrick, Crystal, and so many names to mention. After the meet and greet we headed back to the resort and then went to the pool again. It was a fun night.
On Saturday morning interview was held. We only had one contestant Val Sherill for International Ms Deaf Leather 2010. She was great through the interview and did a great job. It was actually fun. then Saturday afternoon we went to the pool again. Saturday night was cocktails, then dinner then contest. Val's opening was fun and unique. She did well throughout the whole contest and deserved to win as she did. She is our new International Ms Deaf Leather 2010. Prior to Val winning boy Taz and I gave our step aside speeches and showed a great step down video that was made for us by Randy Carmenaty. Thanks Randy.
As there were not contestants for International Mr. Deaf Leather or International Deaf Leatherboy, I was asked if I would take on another year. It was a hard decision to make but after careful thought, I decided I would continue as IMRDL 2010. Boy Taz has completed 2 years and was ready for his step aside. I lost a boy but gained a sash wife. I am proud to have Val Sherill as my sash wife and look forward to a great year with her. Congrats Val..

Alex, me, Criaghton, Lamalani, David and Dakota

Alex, me, Craighton, International Mr. Rubber, David and Dakota

American Leatherboy 2010 Bryon, me and American Leatherman 2010 Louie.

Alex ALM2009, me , Dakota ALW 2009 and Johnny boy ALB2009

American Brotherhood Weekend

On July 15 I flew to Chicago to attend American Brotherhood weekend. That night my flight got delayed 5 times and we finally go to Chicago much later than expected. I was picked up by Becky and David and was great to see them. They then brought me to stay with them at Master Z's home. I was also thrilled to see Lamalani as well.
On Friday night we all went to Touche and then American Leatherman 2009 (Alex) American Leatherwoman 2009 (Dakota) and American Leatherboy 2009 (Johny boy) joined us and they made a great entrance. I was happy to see them and to be there.
On Saturday we went to Touche then to The Leather Archives Museum for the contest. Alex, Dakota and Johnny Boy all gave great step aside speeched and Dakota did a hot performace of Lady Gaga's Bad Romance,, It was incredibly HOT HOT....
Louie, Mr. Christoper Street West from L.A. became American Leatherman 2010 and Bryan Teague became American Leatherboy 2010. There were no contestants for American Leatherwoman 2010. Dakota was asked to fun again. Congrats to the new American Leather family. They will be great.
During the weekend I also go to spend time with Mike who I met last year while competing for IMRDL 2009. I really enjoyed spending time with Master z, Lamalani, David Payne and Craighton.

Gall Bladder YIkes and Maine Pride

I got home from IML on Tuesday and everything was fine. I worked on Wednesday and had a meeting Wednesday night everything was fine. But late Wednesday night I woke up in a lot of pain. It turned out I had huge Gall stones and Gall Bladder problems. I ended up having to have my Gall Bladder and Gall stone removed. It was the first time I had to use a catherer and I hope I never have to use that again. Thank God it did not happen during IML.
I had told my partner Court that I wanted to return to work shortly after I came home. He suggested that I not rush back to work as did my doctor. I finally understood why when I tried to go food shopping and got dizzy. I am glad that is over.
On June 19 was Southern Maine Gay Pride. I have not been to Gay Pride parade for a few years. I was happy to help carry the Harbor Masters Flag. It was great to see everyone for Southern Maine Gay Pride.

IMBB 2010, Tim Starkey, me,. Boy Taz and IML 2010 Tyler McCormick

Me, Val, Boy Taz and Jeffrey at IML 32

International Mr. Leather 2010

Wow,, finally my first time to attend IML. It was a lot of fun and there were lots of people. It was great to see everyone. I arrived Thursday around noon. Took a short nap and waited for Boy Taz to come and join me. Court would arrive much later that night. On first night we all went to the Leather archives Museum to attend Jeffrey Payne's Roasting. Food was served and of Course David watt was where there was a person laying with food on his body.. It was Awesome. The roasting was awesome and the ASL interpreter was great. Bob Donaldson. (IMRDL) also showed up and it was great to spend time with him as well.
On Friday we attended the Leather Market which was great and there were lot of people. Court and I went out to lunch. That night it was an honor to speak about Jeffrey during his step aside speech. IT was Awesome that he had about 5 or 6 people speak and had his IML 31 class come up to the stage. After this Court and I headed to Touche to make an appearance to promote IDL 2010. I ended up speaking with my own voice as they were not able to get interpreter for that night. Thanks to David Boyer from TOUCHE for supporting IDL.
On Saturday we went to the leather market again and I had some downtime. IT was great to see several of the contestants and others.
Sunday was the contest and the entertainment was AWESOME. All the contestants did a great job. Congrats to Tyler McCormick who won as IML 2010 and Tim Starkey who won as International Mr. Boot Black 2010. They are great. History was made when Tyler won . Congrats to Lance Holman Mr. SF Leather 2010 as first runner up and Jack Duke, Mr. Texas Leather 2010 as 2nd runner up.
IML is a fun event. I hope to go again next year. Leather Hugz Terry

Andy, Mark, Jeffrey Dave, Me and Justin outside of Blackstone's

Andy, Mark, Jeffrey, Dave, Court, Justin outside of Blackstone's

Jeffrey Michelle Bernie and Marsha playing Bingo.

Jeffrey and Court at Portnad Headlight

Jeffrey Payne's last stop before his step down

On May 21 in the evening Court and I went to pick Jeffrey up at the airport. I was embarrassed that my car battery died and we had to use my jumper cables to get car started. We then headed home and had a little down time. It was great to see Jeffrey again. It was an honor to have Jeffrey come to Maine as his last stop before his step down.

On Saturday we went to Portland Headlight and Two Lights. We had lunch at Two Lights. It was a beautiful day. Later that evening we headed to Mark and Dave's to have dinner before heading to Blackstone's. It was great to have dinner with Mark , Dave. Stan, Andy, Steve, Mike. Court and a few others. After that we headed to Blackstone's and met up with people. Thanks To Chris and Andy and those who helped sell 50/50 tickets. Thanks to Mark and Dave for hosting a great dinner and Thanks to Blackstone's for being the place for the Fundraiser to happen.
On Sunday, we headed to Blackstone's and the Harbor Masters had most everything set up. There was Bingo, and the Maine Gay Men's Chorus came and sang a few songs. There was also comedy by Kris Francis. There was also a Delicious spaghetti dinner that was made by Mark Holt and Stan Fortuna from the Harbor Masters. Mark, Dave, Stan, Andy Sue and Bill. You all rock and made this event a huge success. I could not have done it without you. Thanks for everything. Thanks to everyone who showed up for the events and also thanks to Justin Gifford for his help as well. You rock Justin. Of course thanks to Ralph and Butch and Blackstone's.
On Monday I had to work but luckily Court was off and could spend time with Jeffrey. One night we had grilled filet Mignon at home. One night we went out to eat and Jeffrey and Court enjoyed their Lobster. I don't eat sea food, people often say you are from Maine and you don't eat sea food. I am from northern Maine, Aroostook county, so I love my potatoes.
On Tuesday Court and I rode up to Rumford Maine where Jeffrey was born and of course Bear Payne went with us. It was unusually humid that day. We then headed back home As Jeffrey was flying to Chicago the next day. It was an honor to have Jeffrey come to Maine and once again thanks to everyone .. Leather Hugz Terry

pictures from May 1st fundraiser at Blackstone's

me and Boy Taz



Me selling 50/50 raffle tickets

me selling more 50/50 raffle tickets


Boy Taz selling jello shots and needing some cream


I forgot to mention in the previous blog that we did fundraiser for Sharon St. Cyr Fund and for International Deaf Leather 2010. We raised over $200. Thanks everyone.

My Partner Court, Ed, and Boy Taz at Portland Headlight

Fundraiser Spring for Vegas

Boy Taz having fun
Friday April 20th Boy Taz and Ed arrived here in Maine for a fundraiser that we did for "Spring for Vegas" The first night he was here we had dinner at home and then went to my home bar Blackstone's for a few drinks and to relax.
On Saturday morning we went to Portland Headlight and also for a walk around Mackworth Island, Baxter School for the Deaf. I made pizza and unfortunately for me it was not as good as it normally is. Boy Taz and Ed made jello shots to sell at the bar that night. After dinner we headed to Blackstone's and met up with people. Blackstone's had it as deaf gay awareness night. Thank you so much to Blackstone's for making this possible. We sold jello shots and fifty fifty raffle tickets. I had a great time during this weekend and it was nice to spend some time with Boy Taz and Ed. Before they left on Sunday we had breakfast at Hot Suppah.

Jeffrey, Boy Adam and me at the CLAW 2010 dinner

Jeffrey and me at the CLAW 2010 dinner

More CLAW 2010 pictures

Jeffrey, Howie, Me at the CLAW 2010 dinner.

Picture from CLAW 2010

Tom Smith, me, Paul t and interpreter, Doug at CLAW 2010

CLAW 2010

Cleveland Leather Awareness Weekend 2010 was a great event for me to attend. On Wednesday Night April 21st one of my best friends, Chris and I drove to Connecticut and I dropped him off in Connecticut and spend night with my aunt Carol. I dropped Chris off so he could attend the funeral of our friend James D who had passed away. I also dropped by James parents house to offer my condolences and to spend a little time with them.
After that I drove to Cleveland by myself. What a long ride. I sure wish I had company on that trip. I arrived in Cleveland on Thursday evening and met up with roommate Roberto who I shared a room with. (Thanks Roberto)
The first night I spent relaxing and meeting people that I have met through the year. The drive was so worth it to attend CLAW 2010. I cannot remember which day I did what but here is a summary of what I did.
It was fun to spend some time with Jeffrey and Boy Adam. It was great to see people that I have met through the year and also to meet new people as well. I met up with Tom Smith and Paul t who are deaf and spent time with them.
There were buses that went to the bars for various events and it was nice to not have to drive to the bars. This event was very different from all the other events It was relaxing and there were no contests. I have enjoyed every event that I have attended this year. They were all fun .
I was at Claw from Thursday night until Sunday morning. I did not want to start driving home on Sunday morning as there were still some fun events going on that I had to miss.
I sure hope to be able to attend CLAW again. I can now say I am no longer a CLAW Virgin.
Thanks to everyone at CLAW who made it a great event .

So great to see Mr. MAL 2010 Bam Bam and Randy Carmenaty American leatherman 2008.


Some down time with Bonn and Craighton in the Castro.



Dinner with the gang, Craighton, Bonn, Boy Adam, Jeffrey, West and Erin.

More pcitures form IMSL 2010

Me with Jayson International Ms Bootblack 2010

IMSl APril 15th to 18th

Me with Mollena IMSL 2010

I got into San Francisco on Thursday then met up with Jeffrey Payne (IML2009) we hotel room and then we went to lunch. We walked over to the host hotel (the walk as longer than we thought) and met up with Lamalani. That evening, we went to the IMsL opening show. The show was great with many performers. It was a great start to the IMSL weekend.

Friday, I attended the open interviews . It a great experience for me to see how things were done differently at IMSL. Afterwards there was a VIP reception before the opening ceremonies for the IMsL contest. It was nice to go out to eat with Jeffrey Payne, lamalani, Bonn, Craighton, Boy Adam and a few others. After that some of us went to a couple bars. It was also nice to bump into Lyndon and katie from Maine. It was great to see everyone and I really had a great time.

Saturday, it was fun to spend some time shopping on Folsom for leather with Jeffrey, Bonn, Craighton and Boy Adam. After that it was lunch with Brendan, Rick, Brian, boy travis, Bonn, Creighton Jeffrey and Boy Adam. . After this It was nice to have a little down time .

Saturday evening the contest was held. The contest I included a speech, a question, hotwear and fantasy. All of the contestant s were great. The winner was Mollena Williams (Ms. San Francisco Leather 2009) and for International Ms. Bootblack Jayson DeBoi was the winner as International Ms. Bootblack 2010. Congrats to Molena and Jayson.

After the contest, some of us went to Lamalani’s room and a few drinks and laughs. It was an awesome night. It was fun to spend time with Lamalani and Jeffrey and everyone else that was there.

Sunday we went to the host hotel for the ABW reception. Alex and Dakota were present. Johnny Boy had to leave early so he could not be there.The reception was fun and it was nice to hang out with the ABW family as well as others. It was great to see everyone again. After that we went r to the SF Eagle! It was crowded and fun. After this some of us went to dinner and then went back to the hotel to pack as we all were leaving the next day.

It was a great weekend and I am happy that I attended IMSL 2010. Thanks to everyone who made it a great time. Hugz

Mr. La Leather 2010

On March 25th I finally got to set foot in Los Angeles California. I have never been there and had always wanted to visit Los Angeles. I was picked up my Ms. World Leather 2005 Michelle Jackson and her friend Keith. (Thanks Michelle for picking me up and making it possible for me to come to LA)
Randy Carmenaty American Leather man 2008 hosted me and was a great host. (Thanks Randy) Randy also showed a great video he had made of history of LA Leather. It was an awesome video. I also had the pleasure of spending time with Matt Bramford Mr. MAL 2010. ( Thanks Matt and thanks for taking those pictures at the was museum)
IT was also great to see Philip Rubin (IMRDL 1991) and Spo (IMRDL2001) I had a great time meeting wonderful people in LA. People from the Eagle, Oil Can Harry's and Bullet Bar. Thanks to the Oil Can Harry's gang for letting me have lunch with them. Thanks to The Eagle and Bullet Bar for welcoming me.
It was great to meet Steve Ganzel and several others from LALC and Mr. La Leather. Thanks to Alex Lindsay and Loren for welcoming me and for every ting. Anvil was AWESOME.
I attended the Tom of Finland art show/event and was asked to say a few words onstage and was thrilled to share the stage with Lance Holman Mr. San Francisco 2010.
The Mr. LA Leather contest was a great event and all the contestants were great. Congrats to the winner Brad Taylor.
The whole visit in LA was AWESOME and I look forward to going back to LA . Thanks LA..

Presented at Boston March 13

Hi All
Sorry it has been a while since I updated my blogs. First let's start where I left off. I was invited by Mr. Boston Leather 2010 to do a presentation at Ramrod on Saturday March 13, 2010.
I presented on communication between deaf and hearing in leather community and during leather play. It was great to see everyone in Boston.
During my presentation, I invited people from the audience to come up on stage and role play with me. It was fun fun fun. I hope it was educational and fun at the same time. Thanks to the Mr. Boston Leather family for inviting me.

Boston and LA next

I will be heading to Boston on Saturday March 13 to do a presentation on communication between deaf and hearing in leather community and during leather play. This is part of a day of education put on by Mr. Boston Leather. I sure hope to make it both educational and fun.
On March 25th I head to Los Angeles for La Leather 2010 and am really looking forward to this.
Hugz Terry

Ct Cruisers at Tommy's March 6th and visiting friend

On Friday my best friend Chris and I drove to Connecticut. One reason we went down was because a deaf friend of ours JD from Conn was in an induced coma due to having an infection in his heart. lungs and kidneys. It all started with sore foot. He has Diabetes. I encourage people that if you start to feel pain or swelling in your legs or feet to go to the doctor and get checked out. We visited JD on Saturday afternoon. People have told us that because he was in a coma that he would not know that we were there.
We were surprised that JD opened his eyes and seemed to know we were there. He could not talk but the nurse asked me to ask him if he was comfortable. So I did and asked him to either blink his eye or nod his head. He shook his head to say no that he was not comfortable. So the nurse gave him something to help him sleep. It seems like the infection is gone and they are hoping he may wake up today or tomorrow. It seems things are improving for JD.
On Saturday night we decided to attend Ct Cruisers event. Thanks Robert Vitale for inviting me. It was great to see everyone and it was first time I saw fire play. I had a great time and hope to attend again. It was also great to meet LeatherDaddy Tim.
Sorry I was not able to take any pictures of the event. Hugz Terry

BLADeaf 2010 contest

Me and Boy Taz with Ms. Deaf Baltimore Leather 2010,Valerie, Miss Glade 2010, Ms Jasmine and Mr. Deaf Baltimore Leather Abe. Congrats to the winners.
Me and Boy Taz, Boy Alex and Boy B ..




On Thursday February 11, I drove from Maine to pick up Justin, Mr. Boston Leather 2010. We then drove to Connecticut to spend a few hours with my aunt and to wait for rush hour to pass. We left Conn around midnight and drove to Baltimore. I did not see any snow until we got to NYC then of course once we got to Baltimore there was more snow than here in Maine. I really do think Mother Nature is confused this year as we have not had much snow here in Maine this winter.
After Dropping Justin off at the hotel in Baltimore I continued to drive to Washington DC to stay with Sir Y. Of course once I got there I chatted for a bit then took a nap. Later that evening International Deaf leather boy , Boy Taz joined us.
We went out to eat in Baltimore at a great restaurant. I can't remember the exact name of it but it was something Tavern. IT was great food and service. After this we went to the meet and greet at the Baltimore Eagle. Mr. Boston Leather, Myself. Karen,(Mr. Deaf Baltimore leather2009, Larry and John were judges. It was fun to meet and greet people. It was also great to see Sir Any Liu and others as well.
On Saturday we all went to Grand Central( I hope this is the Right name) Where the contest was being held. It was great to see Brandon Riley and Sir Andy Liu again. Sir Andy Liu gave a great presentation. Thanks Sir Andy Iiu.
It was also great to see Boy Alex and Boy B and spend some time with them. It was great to have boy Alex work on my boots and also my sash.. Thanks Boy Alex.
Boy taz had forgot his sash so I called him to the stage and stated "You are in trouble" and the audience had fun punishing or should I say disciplining him. He got whipped and spanked by me. It was fun. On Sunday afternoon I decided to drive home as they were saying there would be a big storm. However, I think the storm never came. It was a long drive but always great to see everyone. Hugz

Part 2 of Mr. Texas Leather 2010

We stayed with great hosts Jeffrey Payne IML2009, his husband, David, Boy Adam and their wonderful kids(doggies) Thanks for letting us stay with you. It was a blast. THANKS
The people at the Eagle made us all feel very welcome and were great. Thanks Dan and all your staff and everyone involved with Mr. Texas Leather 2010.
During the weekend Boy Taz and I finally gave Jeffrey Payne and Lamalani IMSL2009 name signs. It was great and we love the name signs we gave them. We also gave a name sign to Jeffrey's husband David. Jeffrey had also presented his husband with a wonderful leather vest. The international First lade of Leather.
Kevin and John who hosted a get together at their home prior to the contest were great hosts. Thanks Kevin and John for welcoming us.
I really want to go to Texas again. Hugz

Me and Boy Taz with interpreters and MS. World 2005.

Current International titleholders with the interpreters.

Me with , IML 2009 Jeffrey, IMSL 2009, Lamalani, IDLB, 2009, Boy Taz with Jack Duke Mr. Texas Leather 2010