Reviewer: Tagsit (Anonymous) · Date: July 13, 2014 09:50 PM · On: Chapter 1
I love the whole Dickensian nature of your story - Glenn makes a great ghost of sex clubs past. Of course, my favorite line has to be, "I am not going on any little trip back to ancient times, like the 1970s." It does sound like a really different time, tho - the folks who frequented these places were so isolated from the rest of the world but in a way they had even more freedom than today - quite the contrast. So, is this story the result of fabulous in-depth research or personal experience? Great history trip, tho. Thanks for writing! TAG
Author's Response: I admit to nothing and deny nothing. Donna Summers was my Royalty. Much of what I wrote came from some very funny interviews. The people I spoke to were actually at the places mentioned, and at that time, though it was more like the early 80s. They did seem to have difficulty agreeing with each other on some of the details. The places mentioned did exist, and existed for the activities stated.
Sadly, I spent more time researching than I did writing. FYI, had you not extended the challenge, I never would have finished on time and not uploaded this story.
Using the Dickensian approach was a no-brainer. But -- I deny writing the lines blaming Gina Marie’s characters of Elliot and Andy. True, only I have access to my keyboard and the story file. To me, those were easily the best lines of the story and were totally hilarious. Just how I chose Glenn is also beyond me. I never met him. (Looking around for a Spirit or two).
Anyway, I am ready for the next challenge.
DavidR
Reviewer: Flossee (Signed) · Date: July 13, 2014 07:05 AM · On: Chapter 1
Hey David
It's fun to stay at the Y-M-C-A.
It's fun to stay at the Y-M-C-A.
They have everything that you need to enjoy,
You can hang out with all the boys ...
It's fun to stay at the Y-M-C-A.
It's fun to stay at the Y-M-C-A. Okay you seriously can't sing that without the dance moves. Haha
I like the way you added the sling reference and Justin's almost encounter. BTW, didn't Justin get introduced to a boxing ring in the pink posse (Cody Bell) era? Anyhow, I loved the antics in the ring and the naked line of men having a little fun. You must have some sweet memories if that part is true. LOL
This is great David. I hope we hear more in this realm/period. Maybe, Vic could make an appearance since he only went to live with Debbie when he became ill. Also I would love to read about the comparisons of eras as that would be so informative. I'm glad you entered the challenge as I really enjoyed your offering; thanks.
Cheers :)
Author's Response: I think you are right. During the Cody era I seem to remember Justin in a boxing ring.
I am not sure though, but I think so. Oh well – I didn’t remember.
I spoke to a few friends about the 70s, though it probably would have been more accurate
had I dated it in the early 80s, and they each seem to remember those times slightly differently
from each other. It actually sparked a friendly argument. It was funny.
Thanks for the comment.
DavidR
Reviewer: Bob (Signed) · Date: July 12, 2014 11:55 PM · On: Chapter 1
He he he; I'm dating myself to admit I survived the 70s and the Village People or blamed by me for why I joined the Navy. There were right about one thing; it was the branch of the service where the 'boys' are.
Thanks DavidR for the trip down memory lane which is mostly a hazey memory thanks to MDMA. (E)
Author's Response: I spent almost every Sunday evening (Gay Night) at Studio 54. On weekends, during the warm
months was spent out on Fire Island – Pines.
My consciousness? Well, I don’t remember. That says it all.
DavidR
Reviewer: Predec2 (Signed) · Date: July 12, 2014 08:03 PM · On: Chapter 1
Interesting walk back through time, David.;) And without giving away my age, I can say that I recall both the Village People AND that song.) I had it playing in my head while I read this one. Thanks for participating in the challenge! Enjoyed this a lot. *Hugs* ~Kim
Author's Response: Thanks for the comment. I enjoy writing for these challenges.
I think "YMCA" was more popular. For most of us, is was MORE GAY!
DavidR
Reviewer: balrogtweety (Signed) · Date: July 12, 2014 07:04 AM · On: Chapter 1
Hey David: When I saw this I just HAD to read it. I love your stories. This one was great to have a trip down memory lane even if these two weren't even born yet. Thanks for putting Glenn in this story. I couldn't believe that you put Gina Marie and two of her characters in here.
Thanks for the laughs and keep up the great work.
Jane
Author's Response: Thanks for the comment.
This was more of a history lesson than memory lane. I did have fun writing it as I
interviewed a few guys who remembered those times. It did get conflicting info., which
made ne laugh as it caused a mild argument.
Person 1: “I was never there.”
Person 2: “Yes you were. It took a week before I recognized you
with clothes on.”
I am glad you enjoyed the trip.
DavidR
Reviewer: nicolle_midnight2013 (Signed) · Date: July 12, 2014 05:14 AM · On: Chapter 1
Very original your idea. The story is very funny and I loved all the references to the 70. I live in Brazil and I remember very little of that time (I searched on Youtube to remind me of the Village People), but you gave more information as it was a gay scene in New York at that time and I loved all of this information.
It's a very entertaining story and I loved that you can share it.
A big hug!
Fátima.
Author's Response: Thanks for the comment. However, it didn't seem so original to me. I live near
the Meat Packing District, so I was just taking Brian and Justin to my neighborhood,
but back in the 1970s. No I did not live anywhere near there, then. To me I was just
following the instructions for the challenge. These days, it is an extremely popular area
filled with fine restaurants.
I do remember dancing to the music of the Village People.
DavidR
Reviewer: Tagsit (Anonymous) · Date: July 12, 2014 04:54 AM · On: Chapter 1
Yay! I didn't know you were planning to participate, but I'm SOOOOOO glad you did! Can't wait to read this. (But, I'll have to because I haven't finished my own story yet . . . Eek! - Off to Write!) TAG
Author's Response: Actually I write for all the challenges. Thanks for setting this up.
I did follow the challenge instructions and took them home. But
home is not very exciting unless you turn back the clock 40 years.
DavidR
Reviewer: YumYumPM (Signed) · Date: July 12, 2014 04:42 AM · On: Chapter 1
I gotta say, this is soooo interesting. It took me awhile to read cause I kept stopping to watch the Village People on Utube. Nostalgia big time.
Author's Response: The Village People are/were very real. They were very popular and once in a while I hear
one of their songs on the radio. I do admit to mouthing the words or actually singing
along.
Thanks for commenting.
DavidR
Reviewer: Anonymous (Anonymous) · Date: July 12, 2014 04:05 AM · On: Chapter 1
Awesome time. No AIDS and no absolute need for rubbers. But nobody used the word "hoody" in the seventies.
Author's Response: Yep, no rubers needed or wanted.
The 2014 Brian used the word 'Hoody' basicaly talking about the 2014 Justin even though
they were talking in the 1970s. There were other references to current times: Justin's Angel
Wings, Sap's Party ..... Using 'Hoody' still seems fine to me.
Thanks for the comment.
DavidR
Reviewer: TheGirlNoOneKnows5 (Signed) · Date: July 12, 2014 01:50 AM · On: Chapter 1
Creative and funny. This was enjoyable to read, well done :)
Author's Response:
I enjoyed writing it. It was fun.
Thanks for the comment.
DavidR
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