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June 12, 2007
Mister Fister Gets a Mani-Pedi
Mister Fister came to DC for the big, gay weekend. Oddly, he didn't recruit any slaves during his entire visit. He did, however, talk me into getting a manicure and pedicure. If his slaves only knew what a beauty queen he really is, they might not be so quick to lick them boots. But, I guess, it does make sense for him to get his fingernails nice and clipped - for obvious reasons.
I've only had two pedicures in my life, and that was about four years ago. I only did it so I could have a cheap foot rub by a non-threatening Asian woman, uninterested in jizzing on my feet (though she did apply some clear-ish, bleach smelling, liquidy substance to my toenails).
So I agreed to go to a salon, within an unusual maze of a town called Crystal City -- insert tired meth joke here. Despite its close proximity to DC, I'd never been there before. And I have no reason to go back. She rubbed my feet for less than a minute. Rude. No fortune cookie fo' you!
I've been yelled at before for using people's real first names on this site, or even initials, so I'm forced to use nicknames, sometimes. So I took my pretty hands and feet -- along with Mr. Bartender, the Sarge, Mister Fister, Big Lug and Rob (sorry!) -- and headed to the homosexual festivities.
The weather was the best it's ever been for Pride in DC. You could actually breathe.
By far, my favorite of the large balloons that tower above the buildings from the parade was Jimbo's. It was basically a replica of his infamous, poofy, cute ass. The handlers had quite a challenge controlling it, though. The balloon was going every which way, due to the wind, and almost collapsed on a sea of screaming Jennifers. That Jimbo -- even as a balloon, he's cantankerous.
Interestingly, the pooper scooper mascot was on the float behind him.
On our way back from the festival, we stopped to get something to eat. Downtown DC is getting some really nice, impressive, high-end restaurants -- so many to choose from these days! So we went to Ruby Tuesdays.
And here are some token photos from the weekend with the boys:
Posted by durban bud at June 12, 2007 07:04 PM
Comments
The food selection really was remarkable. I even found bubble tea. But Pride will not arrive until batterfried cheese curds are available.
Dang, I missed the jimbo's butt baloon.
Posted by: jimbo at June 12, 2007 09:55 PM
I miss DC!
(but also love it up in Gotham)...thanks for keepin me up to date on pride, and those who shy away from the wax bowl at the nail salon...
Kevin
Posted by: Ex-pat at June 13, 2007 12:15 AM
Ok, mani's are the one indulgence I have on a regular basis. I have to admit I love it. If you are new to it, it makes you prone to getting a fungi though. Easily solved by alcohol wipes the frist couple times you go. After that you are good to go. *G*
Pedi's are a rare thing as I don't like strangers touching my feet
Posted by: moby at June 13, 2007 01:35 AM
I almost had my fifteen minutes of net-fame then I get stuck behind your big head in that group shot.... I believe the fates conspire against me.
DB: You're featured on plenty of other sites, where, I assume, you generate a certain amount of fame. I just posted a pic with you smooching The Sarge. Happy?
Posted by: Big Lug at June 13, 2007 03:00 AM
Nothing says "gay pride" like chicken-on-a-stick.
Posted by: dumbek at June 13, 2007 09:56 AM
much happier... aren't you mr. accomodating.
Posted by: Big Lug at June 13, 2007 01:51 PM
I said it on Jimbo's blog and I'll say it again: Durban Bud is dreamy.
Posted by: Zack at June 13, 2007 03:20 PM
What's that, Zack? Sorry, I was dreaming for a second.
Posted by: sandy at June 13, 2007 09:01 PM
Three of your six pictures are about food. Hmm.
So ... you can't use names or initials. But you can post pictures. OK.
Um, and Big Lug is cute. As is the gentleman who's kissing him.
Posted by: Raybob at June 13, 2007 09:49 PM
Woof!
Posted by: Matt at June 13, 2007 10:29 PM
Mani-pedi is just beyond the pale. Manicures would be acceptable, as long as you got a really nice design on your nails. Did you go with a big rainbow flag, spread across each of your fingers, one color at a time, so you had a full six stripe set on each?
Posted by: copperred at June 14, 2007 12:58 AM
I hope Mister Fister did not get those long, clawlike nail extensions that everyone has around here. That could cause some real problems for his "friends," considering his name. If he did get them, however, tell him that glitter is in and "French manicure" is out.
Posted by: Aaron at June 14, 2007 01:39 PM
How tall are you TJ? Is it just my imagination or do you look short in your pics? I am a pocket faggot myself coming in at 5'7". Little man... big... ;)
DB: It's your imagination. Mr. Bartender is really tall, so he dwarfs everyone in those pics. I'm happy with my 5'8" height. So I guess we could 69 with ease.
Posted by: brettcajun at June 14, 2007 03:33 PM
There is a picture of you in MetroWeekly.
In the photo, you're pursing your lips.
Again.
Posted by: jimbo at June 14, 2007 09:13 PM