Summer kids ....

Well, the kid is here and the action and drama has begun. The day of his arrival we had an impromptu birthday party of about 20 people..... of course he and I were the only boys until the dad of two of the girls arrived. We had a private revolt and escaped into a "Ghost Rider" video game. (Girls tolerated, but not allowed.) They are that that age (most of them are all 9 yrs old) where they like each other, but independence is needed. They are heavily into the "Boy versus Girl" thing.
The next day my sis and his mom took him to Orlando. They were in a suite at the Gaylord Hotel, so they were very comfortable. After visits to amusement parks, etc. they returned. We have already seen all the new movies. But, he has not seen the new "Harry Potter"...we are waiting for another friend's boy to arrive on Saturday.
Next up is the pool party on Sunday. It is a compromised theme ... Sponge Bob and Hot Wheels. I have released my OCD to the moms and aunts and I will make a potato salad and play with the kids. Too much drama when none is needed. It is simple with kids...it's the adults that make it difficult.
The week after three more boys arrive, so the odds will be in our favor for a change.

Hope all of you are enjoying the hot summer. Remember to keep hydrated so as not to encourage sunstroke....and use your sunscreen with UVA/UVB protection.

Another July Birthday....

Happy Birthday, Ditmar!!!

This week was the birthday of our friend,

favorite Austrian Bartender and event planner ......Ditmar.

I wish him much luck in the new venture of "D-Bar" (otherwise known as the backroom lounge of the Palace Food Bar at 1200 Ocean Drive, Miami Beach).

He always has smile for you and is a great host.

I'm sure there are more celebrations in the planning......

Workplace Fairness for LGBT persons

Join the Business Coalition for Workplace Fairness

Congress will debate the Employment Non Discrimination Act of 2007 this month!

Freedom, liberty and justice for all are central tenets of the United States Constitution and integral rights that your Representatives in Washington are sworn to uphold. Take this opportunity to join Fortune 500 companies and other small and medium sized businesses across the United States to add your business and your voice with the NGLCC and Human Rights Campaign as a part of the Business Coalition for Workplace Fairness.

Click here to print and sign the Coalition Form, and fax it to 866-396-3348.

As a business owner, tell your Members of Congress that now is the time to pass the Employment Non Discrimination Act of 2007 and make workplace discrimination against LGBT people history!

Join LGBT and Allied Businesses Across the Country

to Stop Workplace Discrimination
Send a letter to your representatives in Washington, DC and let them know that you support fairness in the workplace as a business owner and constituent

Did you know that it is legal in 32 states to fire someone for being gay or lesbian? Did you know that it is legal to fire someone for being transgender in 41 states? Click here to find contact information for your U.S. Representative and U.S. Senators and let them know that you support ending workplace discrimination. You will also find draft text to use in your correspondence.

Send the correspondence on your business' letterhead and fax a copy to your Representative and Senators' offices in Washington, DC. Also, please fax a copy of your letter to the NGLCC headquarters at 202.419.0443.

Congress Will be Debating ENDA Soon - Ensure Your Voice is Heard!

Add your name to the Business Coalition for Workplace Fairness and then let your Representative and Senators know that you support the equitable treatment of all workers under the law.