Many baby boomers talk too much trash. I can't stand hearing that stale "back in my day..." or "these kids nowadays..." rhetoric. They are stubborn and opinionated usually. Once they learn to listen rather than speak maybe they'll get better responses from this generation.
The divide that you speak of is Ego. Too many of us Gay men of color identify so closely with the bigoted and views and attitudes of the dominant culture. The way a lot of us socialize is dysfunctional. Dysfunction is encouraged within the Gay population if you critically examine the media and social outlets made available to us. I'm doing my work to make a change. It all starts with dialogue like this. Let's ask more questions people.
Thanks Justin, another great entry to the diary. It is so sad that people expect to get HIV. If only they could see what I see. HIV takes a little bit of my husband away everytime he catches a cold or a flu and I am totally helpless to stop it. He was man enough to tell me BEFORE we ever became sexually involved, but it still doesn't make it any easier to live with. As the saying goes "If you want to keep it, wrap it up!!'
Hey my Canadian friends how are you? I'm glad he was honest with you from the beginning. It says a lot about him. Thank you Jord and Ron for you love and prayers :-)
without experiencing the devastation from AIDS up close, or losing close friends/family, as my generation did, can the young people of this generation, fully comprehend the threat of this disease. we have become a society that thrives on visual stimulation. if we don't see it, it's not that bad.
remember the Bush policy on not showing the dead soldiers returning to the states in coffins? it made war that much more tolerable for americans.
Very powerful as always. It is disheartening to hear youth with such a negative view. BUT you are definitely educating the kids. I love it. Your courage is always appreciated!
I have soooo much I could say right now...but I can't. I can't possibly write it in a text comment...I think I'm gonna have to do a video response...this did something to me...seriously...
NOOOOOOOO....Justin not at all!!!! LOL!!! I don't know if you're familiar with my videos, but I'm HIV positive as well...and I have a lot to ADD to your video...lol...no insults darling...lol
Many baby boomers talk too much trash. I can't stand hearing that stale "back in my day..." or "these kids nowadays..." rhetoric. They are stubborn and opinionated usually. Once they learn to listen rather than speak maybe they'll get better responses from this generation.
RBG02005 2 years ago
The divide that you speak of is Ego. Too many of us Gay men of color identify so closely with the bigoted and views and attitudes of the dominant culture. The way a lot of us socialize is dysfunctional. Dysfunction is encouraged within the Gay population if you critically examine the media and social outlets made available to us. I'm doing my work to make a change. It all starts with dialogue like this. Let's ask more questions people.
troublewithmatty 2 years ago
On a lighter note, dang, dude, I love it when you pop your fingers, I never learned how.
SomeonesBeautifulSon 2 years ago
Justin, I hope that you are feeling well and strong this evening. I'm here.
SomeonesBeautifulSon 2 years ago
Thank you for your comments
jsmithco98 3 years ago
Thanks Justin, another great entry to the diary. It is so sad that people expect to get HIV. If only they could see what I see. HIV takes a little bit of my husband away everytime he catches a cold or a flu and I am totally helpless to stop it. He was man enough to tell me BEFORE we ever became sexually involved, but it still doesn't make it any easier to live with. As the saying goes "If you want to keep it, wrap it up!!'
Hugz and Luvs to You
Jord
PS Ron says Hope You are feeling Well
FLASHNJORD 3 years ago
Hey my Canadian friends how are you? I'm glad he was honest with you from the beginning. It says a lot about him. Thank you Jord and Ron for you love and prayers :-)
jsmithco98 3 years ago
Me to I can't believe some of the things I hear
jsmithco98 3 years ago
People call me hoe because I carry condoms around...but hey I AM in the glove and some love.lol
AWESOME VIDEO
SpiritedAquarius 3 years ago 2
I hear you always be prepared Thank you so much They shouldn't call you hoe they should call you smart
jsmithco98 3 years ago
You are a great educator. Subscribing.
LADILADY67 3 years ago
LADILADY
Thank you so much :-)
jsmithco98 3 years ago
without experiencing the devastation from AIDS up close, or losing close friends/family, as my generation did, can the young people of this generation, fully comprehend the threat of this disease. we have become a society that thrives on visual stimulation. if we don't see it, it's not that bad.
remember the Bush policy on not showing the dead soldiers returning to the states in coffins? it made war that much more tolerable for americans.
we only learn by visual object lesson?
a tragedy.
terry1014 3 years ago 2
Terry man you are so right
jsmithco98 3 years ago
Pastelpinkgirly You know I'm not going anywhere ;-)
jsmithco98 3 years ago
Very powerful as always. It is disheartening to hear youth with such a negative view. BUT you are definitely educating the kids. I love it. Your courage is always appreciated!
chocomel911 3 years ago
Thank you Lonnell :-)
jsmithco98 3 years ago
Great video and advice.
jaeredd28 3 years ago 2
Thank you jaeredd
jsmithco98 3 years ago
I have soooo much I could say right now...but I can't. I can't possibly write it in a text comment...I think I'm gonna have to do a video response...this did something to me...seriously...
**TRAV**
WordSmith79 3 years ago 2
WOW WORDSMITH I hope the video didn't insult you or anyone.
jsmithco98 3 years ago
NOOOOOOOO....Justin not at all!!!! LOL!!! I don't know if you're familiar with my videos, but I'm HIV positive as well...and I have a lot to ADD to your video...lol...no insults darling...lol
WordSmith79 3 years ago 2
Kool beans I have seen your videos and it's good to know another guy with a good head on his shoulders is with me on this fight
jsmithco98 3 years ago