ABSILVER's World

I am in Provincetown and the magic is in the air. Men, women, gay, straight all walking and being happy they are here. Great weather day and here I sit watching the water as the sun sets and thinking of a glass of wine. What struck me today, walking, and smiling and going to Tea Dance was a great comfort in me. That I was never the pretty boy, and I don't feel like the most handsome man at the fair but I feel comfortable in who Brian is and how I approach my life and a moment. I don't try and wear designer labels that younger men would wear. Frankly, I don't try to wear designer labels any way. If there is a Calvin Klein name in my house frankly it in my comforter, and underwear from Costco. That said, I watch all these men that are my age or older trying to dress as if they still are the pretty one in the room. Wearing an Abercrombie and Fitch shirt too tight for their age and body. Or, the man who decides to go shirtless and looks like his body does not match his ...

If you are planning a visit to Provincetown. Here are some of my words of wisdom. * Just remember, there is no place like Provincetown. Not even Truro, 5 miles away can match the unique charm here. * Be clear as you get off the ferry, you will see fairies of all kinds. * We really are not concerned with how you do it in Boston, LA, New York, Miami, or for that matter any where else. * Leave for your destination 15 minutes early and walk slowly. This Will make all the difference in how you learn to enjoy the town and its rare beauty. * Greatest danger to life and limb are bicyclists going against traffic at higher speeds. * People may not remember your name, but they will remember your dog's name. * Service is good, food is plentiful and tasty, but remember this is a slower pace and so instead of frustration over the time service takes remember to just breathe. * There is not a Starbucks, but there is a Wired Puppy and a Joe's coffee. * You may come across the odd straight cou...

As I look, to what I believe will be a yearly change, to head to Ptown for the summer what things do I think I know for sure. I am a very lucky man. 51 years ago today, my parents married. I am lucky to have them and so many solid relationships in my family growing up. I also feel lucky that not only have they lasted but they love, and like each other and their children love and admire them. The rest are in quite random order... 1) Swifter is great, but they don't replace a mop and broom for everything. 2) Friends are fun and entertaining but the best of my friends have an ability to provide silent support. You just happen to know they are there and seem to appear at the moment you need them. 3) Love does not conquer all, but it does live beyond time. 4) Diana Ross does have a very distinct and unique voice. Unique and Range make for lasting careers more than the purist vocal instrument. 5) Barbra Streisand has the rare combination of a great vocal instrument, unique voice, a...