Ending on a high note

The day didn't start out all that great, went to the opthamologist and confirmed that the eye infection I had in Puerto Vallarta was, in fact, a re-occurrence of the herpes virus in my left eye. Although at this point that eye is virtually useless to me for photography, reading or anything that requires clear vision, it was still a downer to hear that there is a new lesion/ulcer on the cornea. Another round of medication will stop it but I'm sure there will be even more scarring. I have an appointment with my cornea specialist here in Edmonton, January 9th to discuss a possible cornea transplant. I wonder with this latest attack whether that will improve or decrease my chances.

The Birthday Boy, Ian

Anyhow, the day ended on a much better note after Dustin and I went to my new pal, Ian Marsh's Birthday party at the Blue Plate Diner. Apart from some uppity judgemental faggots at the other end of the table (I won't name names but I should) most of the fun was due in no small part to Daryn Grassick who is truly one of a kind, and is gifted with the most wicked, rapid-fire sense of humor. When joined by his twisted sister, Brian, there's bound to be trouble and it's just great fun to sit back and watch (or get in there and get dirty). I swear to god, I'm going to approach cable TV (we want to swear) with a new reality series called Extreme Bender, hosted by Daryn. After countless laughs, two bars, packs of cigarettes, and maybe one or two drinks, our night ended with Dustin giving Daryn & Brian a VIP tour of SteamWorks (a local bathhouse). Needless to say more laughs ensued. Stamps of approval were received on the new boyfriend for being able to provide such a unique outing.


Don't Dream It, Be It -- Daryn
and a man who literally jingles when he walks Brian.