Gay is the New Black

Every now and then I get that curious itch in my side and wander the "missed connections" category section of Craigslist.

I often think that maybe- just maybe- that love of my life has crossed paths with me and was too shy to say anything. Then, because he just cant stop thinking of me- he hurls himself towards the computer to write a witty yet sweet blurb about how we crossed paths and hes been searching for me ever since then.

Admit it- you've done this a few times. Its fun.

More often than not - I'm more entertained by the other random encounters that other people have - and where they took place.

"saw you at the stop light at Robertson and Santa Monica- you were driving the Porsche, I was in the green Toyota. We crossed eyes- had a connection. If this is you- what color tank top was I wearing?"

Yes- the gay fairytale indeed. Did they find each other? Did they have a connection? Do they both read the "Missed Connections"?

As I continued my search for my own personal Knight In Shining Craigslist- I came across a posting I had never encountered.

"Straight Guy Seeks Gay Friend- Strictly Platonic" ( yes, I read those too )

The posting continued to explain that this mid thirties writer in LA, straight and gay friendly, has come in and out of friends- and has now realized how none of them have ever been gay.

He continued to explain that he is not homophobic, and is quite social with gay men at work ( hes a writer ) but - for some reason or another- he hasn't had any personal friends- that are gay. Hence- he is seeking some new ones.

WHAT.

THE.

FUCK!?

I find myself overly entertained- happy, and concerned for our species. ( insert chuckle here )

After a history of suffering inequality, shame and many countless seasons of Will & Grace- its official. We have become the ultimate accessory.

Have Straight men now discovered the "Power of The Gay"?

For years we have been the arm candy to many Single Women, Fag Hags, Gorgeous models, Celebrities and Reality Show stars- but now - things have reached a brand new high... the acquiring of "The Alpha Male Mate".

It all makes sense I guess.  I have long been the best wing man to many of my timid straight guy friends - and since girls love gay guys- its an easy transition for any "straight" going for the kill on a Friday night. Its like holding a litter of French Bulldog puppies in front of an all girls school... at lunch. Done and done.

But what do we get in return? Social acceptance or wrongful social positioning? Gay men are not accessories- we are people too! We must be careful to have the right intentions when befriending someone. After all... I wouldn't be friends with a hot Blondie girl just because she would attract other cute gay guys would I? Or Have I?

So to the dear seeker of gay companionship- be warned. You have a great gift- should you find a cool gay friend to be part of your socially incomplete circle of friends. Treat him kind- always stand up for him and use your new wing man powers with caution- they are great!

And oh yeah- Don't feed him too much alcohol after midnight or else you'll be back to square one...

trying to get some drunk bitch off you that is trying to give you dirty drunk blow jobs.

cheers.