Another Fabulous Weekend

Ah, homosexuals. Is there anything more pefect than a gay? Ok, we can't reproduce ... but we can have a wonderful time.

Wonderful times were had this past weekend, taking me to a variety of venues and sleeping in a variety of places. Nothing tawdry (unfortunately), but lots that was grown-up. This weekend, I felt (once again) like myself.

Friday began the marathon of drinking and cavorting. Drinks at Scandinavia - a new restaurant that is popular amongst the ex-pat set. I showed up later, and met a slew of people from the States, Russia, France, Scotland, and Britain. From there (after clearing up the 50,000 ruble bill -- OMG!) we headed back to Steve and Ian's apartment, and then I joined two newly met gays (Sergei and Sasha) and went to Chipurri.

Chipurri is some kind of posh uber-wealthy club for the wuber-beautiful. I was out of place and not nearly drunk enough to enjoy it; however the DJ was fabulous! The venue: cramped. Lots of mirrors and pink lights ... it was like partying at a Miami Vice shoot.

Ah well -- at least Sergei and Sasha were friendly. After crashing on Sergei's couch, I was off to class Saturday morning, saw a play in the evening, and then was off to the dorm to throw together an over-night bag and join Ian and Steve for another night out! Three Monkeys!! Lots of wine before, and then lots of vodka on the patio as drag queens promenaded and fabulously built boys paraded around in skin-tight Ts and jeans.

THEN, back to Ian and Steve's for bed - I in their queen-sized guest bed. My God, it was lovely. I could spread out in bed like a giant swastika (those who get that film reference: congratulations, you are part homosexual). The following morning brought Canadian bacon, beans, and eggs for breakfast, followed by a lovely outdoor lunch at Cafe des Artistes with Grant, and then - MOVIES!

Yes, movies. I admitted to having never seen the original "Manchurian Candidate." We ran back to Steve and Ian's and popped it into the DVD while pizza was ordered and more wine consumed. Great movie, great friends. It was then followed by "The Court Jester," starring Danny Kaye. Great film ... from what I could remember of it. The wine was taking its toll.

Then is was off to bed, again spread out in their guest bedroom. My goodness, it was heaven. Absolute heaven.

Beyond the creature comforts of bed and breakfast, the weekend was filled with something I cherish more: friends. I have made friends here in Moscow, friends who I hope I can one day repay in kind for their kindness to me.