If we are go by the social media monstrosities of Twitter and FaceBook, and the wretched state of political affairs in this country, 2017 was a dark and grim year, best left in the dust in the hope of a better 2018. Throughout the madness, I’ve striven to keep this small section of the internet a peaceful respite of beauty and tranquility, fun and frivolity, with the occasional dose of serious intent thrown in for good measure. I’m not sure I’ve succeeded, but let’s look back anyway. It’s the only way to move ahead. Besides, some of my favorite people appear here, and that’s always soul-enriching.
January 2017 ~
It started in silence, but nothing gold can stay.
Back to the Boulevard of new ways to dream…
Madonna goes Easy… then goes stunning.
A sizzling Nick Tortorella post.
Feud.
The Delusional Grandeur Tour returned for its final few months (that old thing?), picking up right where it left off: Flower Bomb Balm Part Three, Part Four, Part Five
February 2017 ~
Ahh February. The less said about you, the better.
It cuts like a knife, and I’ve got the blood to prove it.
The brilliance that is Betty Buckley.
Super Bowl jocks & jockstraps on parade.
That Zac Efron Freedom Speedo.
My family jewels almost all on display.
Proof that I don’t love every single Madonna song in the world.
The amazing artwork of Paul Richmond.
Andy as a very cute kid. (And an even-cuter baby.)
An Ilagan family dinner for Mom’s birthday.
Love is pain and pain is art! Show me your graffiti heart!
The Flower Bomb Balm continued: Part Six, Part Seven, Part Eight
Hosting Sunday brunch, with help from the Pennsylvania Dutch!
Nick Jonas baring some skin, but not as much as Joe Jonas.
One of my favorite reads of the year.
March 2017 ~
Still the best Madonna album ever. (And still looking good.)
I’m not afraid to look ridiculous for this blog.
The forgiving frittata and a delicious lentil soup.
Back to the boulevard after two decades. (And a reunion with an old crush.)
A very naked Ashley Parker Angel.
It’s only fair to objectify my naked ass in return.
Zac Efron’s Speedo just kept giving.
More of the 2017 Rear… err, Year in Review to come…
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