g_b Wendell Rodricks picks KASHISH 2013 poster contest winner

[Solaris Pictures]

KASHISH 2013 Poster Contest has a winner! India's top fashion designer Wendell 
Rodricks has picked the poster submitted by Mumbai-based graphic designer 
Prachi Patil-Kotkar as the winning design. Check out the KASHISH 2013 Poster at 
http://tiny.cc/pbyouw
 
``The victory sign forming a star is graphic and unforgettable. It is also 
interesting that the clichéd rainbow flag colours have been totally ignored for 
an artistic backdrop. I loved it,'' said Wendell Rodricks while announcing the 
winner.
 
The contest to design the official poster for the upcoming 4th KASHISH Mumbai 
International Queer Film Festival saw a record number of entries from 
professional and amateur designers as well as design school students from 
across India and several other countries too.
 
Prachi, who graduated from Sophia Polytechnic, and works as a senior 
visualiser, illustrator and animator, said participating in the contest was a 
great experience to remember. ``Receiving this wonderful award is such an 
amazing honour and I would like to thank the KASHISH team for giving me such a 
great opportunity,'' said Prachi.
 
Explaining the concept behind the poster, Prachi said that the backdrop was 
meant to reflect the ``colourful waves, which represent a churning of dreams in 
the ocean of life. The five ``victory signs'' reflect diversity - we may come 
from different places, have different languages, individualities, dreams and 
desires, but when we come together, we change and become a thing of beauty like 
the star''

Read about it here - 
http://kashishmiqff.blogspot.in/2013/03/wendell-rodricks-picks-kashish-2013.html

The winner of the poster contest will receive a KASHISH trophy and a gift 
hamper. The winning design will also be featured on catalogue cover, print and 
online advertisements, banners, cinema slides and delegate cards.
 
Festival director Sridhar Rangayan said: "The theme of KASHISH 2013 is 
reflected very aptly in the design of the poster. The design is vibrant and 
energetic, and has a thrust forward, which KASHISH promises this year with its 
theme ' Towards Change'. This year, the audience can expect a range of films 
that push cinematic boundaries and daringly question set notions of queer sub 
culture.''
 
KASHISH 2013, the fourth edition of the India’s biggest and only mainstream 
queer film festival, will be held between May 22-26, 2013 in Mumbai at a 
multiplex and Alliance Française de Bombay. KASHISH Mumbai International Queer 
Film Festival is the first and only gay & lesbian film festival in India to be 
held in a mainstream theatre and the only queer festival to receive clearance 
from the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting
 
Follow KASHISH 2013 updates at:
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Kashish.MIQFF 

Twitter: http://twitter.com/KashishMIQFF

g_b Be loving towards yourself

[dunno76]

LOVE QUOTE OF THE DAY

Be loving towards yourself, then you will be able to love others too. -
Osho (more great quotes from Osho
 )

  [Be loving towards yourself, then you will be able to love others too.

- Osho (more great quotes from Osho:
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  [Paying it Forward

This is a fabulous and beautiful idea to share with café and
restaurant wherever you may be!

We enter a little coffeehouse with a friend of mine and give our order.
While we're approaching our table two people come in and they go to the
counter:

'Five coffees, please. Two of them for us and three suspended' They pay
for their order, take the two and leave.

I ask my friend: "What are those 'suspended' coffees?"

My friend: "Wait for it and you will see."

Some more people enter. Two girls ask for one coffee each, pay and go.
The next order was for seven coffees and it was made by three lawyers -
three for them and four 'suspended'. While I still wonder what's the
deal with those 'suspended' coffees I enjoy the sunny weather and the
beautiful view towards the square in front of the café. Suddenly a
man dressed in shabby clothes who looks like a beggar comes in through
the door and kindly asks

'Do you have a suspended coffee ?'

It's simple - people pay in advance for a coffee meant for someone who
cannot afford a warm beverage. The tradition with the suspended coffees
started in Naples, but it has spread all over the world and in some
places you can order not only a suspended coffee, but also a sandwich or
a whole meal.

Wouldn't it be wonderful to have such cafés or even grocery stores in
every town where the less fortunate will find hope and support? If you
own a business why don't you offer it to your clients ... I am sure many
of them will like it.

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http://www.symphonyoflove.net/blog/3004/buy-a-cup-of-caffe-sospeso-suspe\
nded-coffee.html]

Read this passage yesterday of a fabulous idea which I really really
love and hope to share this! Have you heard of 'caffe sospeso' or
'suspended coffee'? For those of you who are from Naples or Bulgaria,
you would know what this means. Hopefully more cafes, restaurants, and
other businesses can adopt something similar; it could really reach out
to those who are really in needs. Please kindly share this out. Click to
read the whole passage
 .
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Each day is a gift to embrace and welcome. - Karen Hackel (more great
quotes from Karen Hackel
 )

  [Each day is a gift to embrace and welcome.

- Karen Hackel (more great quotes from Karen Hackel:
http://lovequotes.symphonyoflove.net/category/k/karen-hackel)

Thank you! <3

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  [And when you crush an apple with your teeth, say to it in your heart:

Your seeds shall live in my body,
And the buds of your tomorrow shall blossom in my heart,
And your fragrance shall be my breath,
And together we shall rejoice through all the seasons.

- Kahlil Gibran (more great quotes from Kahlil Gibran:
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And when you crush an apple with your teeth, say to it in your heart:

Your seeds shall live in my body,
And the buds of your tomorrow shall blossom in my heart,
And your fragrance shall be my breath,
And together we shall rejoice through all the seasons.

- Kahlil Gibran (more great quotes from Kahlil Gibran
 )
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To give and not expect return, that is what lies at the heart of love. -
Oscar Wilde (more great quotes from Oscar Wilde
 )

  [To give and not expect return, that is what lies at the heart of love.

- Oscar Wilde (more great quotes from Oscar Wilde:
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Never, never, ne

g_b Can anybody help me on hiring a photo studio?

[Tintin Mumbai India]

Hello friends,

It is not any professional call, so I assume the mail should be passed by
the moderators.

I am in learning photography and for some practice sessions, I want to hire
a photo studio, for few hours.
Can anyone (in Mumbai) help me on this?
I just need the details of the persons to contact with for this. And
obviously I want in-expensive ones... as I am in learning phase.

Abhay

--- Reuse Paper by Both Sided Printing 

g_b Book Parents of Gays Anthology (in Marathi) will be released today

[Bindumadhav Khire]

Hello,
The book- Parents of Gays Anthology (in Marathi) will be released today 
evening. It contains-

Introduction by Vivek Raj Anand (CEO The Humsafar Trust, Mumbai)

Interviews of - (A) Psychiatrist Dr. Bhooshan Shukla (B) Sr. Insp. Bhanupratap 
Barge In charge of Social 

Security Dept, Pune Police Commissioner Office.

Stories of- 
1 father who has written about his gay son
1 mother who have written about her lesbian daughter
4 mother's who have written about their gay son's
1 brother who has written about his gay brother
1 sister who has written about her gay brother

The book is edited by Bindumadhav Khire

Price: 90/-Rs.

We are working on the issue of which stores will stock the books for sale.
We will keep you updated on this front.
Thanks for all your support. 

Regards
Bindumadhav Khire
President Samapathik Trust, Pune

g_b Howzzat! [1 Attachment]

[Bloot Fontaine]

g_b Fwd: Gay US veteran who fought military ban still on trial

[Aditya Bondyopadhyay]

Sent from my iPad

Begin forwarded message:

> From: Peter Tatchell Foundation 
> Date: 25 March 2013 6:00:54 PM GMT+05:45
> To: 
> Subject: Gay US veteran who fought military ban still on trial
> Reply-To: Peter Tatchell Foundation 
> 
> 
> Gay US veteran who fought military ban still on trial
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> 
> Gay US veteran who fought military ban still on trial 
>  
> Federal prosecutors pursue "Don't Ask Don't Tell" campaigner
>  
> Lt Dan Choi faces 6 months jail for 2010 peaceful protest
>  
> Peter Tatchell to attend trial & speak at Washington DC rally
>  
> London & Washington - 25 March 2013
>  
>  
> This Thursday, 28 March, at 9am in the US District Court, Washington DC, gay 
> Army Lieutenant Dan Choi, Arabic Linguist, West Point Graduate and Iraq War 
> Veteran, stands trial for past protests against the since repealed anti-gay 
> military policy "Don't Ask Don't Tell" (DADT).
>  
> In 2010 Choi was dismissed from the US Army National Guard after coming out 
> as gay on the Rachel Maddow TV show. He was then billed by the US Defense 
> Department for $2,500 for failing to fulfil his military contract. Chio is 
> refusing to pay.
>  
> To protest against his dismissal, and against President Obama’s failure to 
> push for the repeal of DADT, Choi handcuffed himself to the White House fence 
> three times in 2010. These protests help force the issue of DADT up the 
> political agenda at a time when the Oval Office and Congress were dragging 
> their heels on repeal. 
>  
> Choi explained why he used direct action methods:
>  
> “We knew that presidential leadership was critical to civil rights and 
> military service. Our commander in chief finally led only after we used the 
> same tactics of Alice Paul, the Suffragettes, African American civil rights 
> protestors, and many other identity groups that have won their equality 
> through sacrifice.”
>  
> Three years after Choi’s handcuffing protests, the US Federal Attorney’s 
> Office refuses to dismiss the charges against him. The prosecution is being 
> pursued by Assistant US Attorney, Angela S. George.
>  
> Generally, White House protestors are arrested and required to pay $100 fine 
> to a municipal court, the equivalent of a parking ticket in the District of 
> Columbia. Instead, in this case, the US Attorney’s Office is invoking a 
> seldom-used federal level criminal charge called "Failure to Obey".
>  
> Lt Choi retorts:
>  
> “The charge is baseless. It assumes traffic was blocked, but there is no 
> traffic to block on 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. The main reason for this charge 
> is to prevent me from re-joining the military, to paint me as simply 
> disobedient. It prevents my rejoining (the military) in a vindictive waste of 
> resources. I stand trial to assert my rights and the rights of all to be 
> treated equally under the law.”
>  
> Choi’s case is the first time since anti-Iraq war protester Cindy Sheehan was 
> prosecuted, that a protestor has been tried federally for demonstrating at 
> the White House. 
>  
> National Security Agency whistleblower, Navy and Air Force veteran Thomas 
> Drake remarked: "This is yet another sad example of the federal government 
> overstepping their bounds against critics they do not like."
>  
> The trial Judge, John M. Facciola, has already made a prima facie finding for 
> "vindictive prosecution" in Lt. Choi’s case, prompting the prosecution to 
> make legal history by pausing the trial for two years and embroiling Lt. Choi 
> in a Writ of Mandamus fight.
>  
> Until this trial, such a radical and rarely used writ has never been granted 
> in the middle of criminal proceedings. The writ orders the trial judge not to 
> hear evidence concerning the selective prosecution and political targeting of 
> the defendant.
>  
> Lt. Choi, undeterred, remarked: "On Thursday I make my full argument for 
> history to hear."
>  
> He will be supported by many friends and fellow activists in court on 
> Thursday morning.
>  
> London-based international human rights campaigner Peter Tatchell, Director 
> of the Peter Tatchell Foundation, will be attending Dan Choi's trial as a 
> supporter and observer.
>  
> Tatchell said: 
>  
> "This looks like a petty, vindictive prosecution. Lt Choi was arrested for 
> protesting peacefully against a homophobic military policy that is now 
> repealed. He helped draw public attention to a grave injustice and 
> contributed to it being ended. Dan is a human rights hero. It makes no sense 
> to continue with his trial. This prosecution is morally wrong and a waste of 
> taxpayers’ dollars.
>  
> "Of all the many people arrested for chaining themselves to the White House 
> railings, why is  only Dan Choi is facing a federal charge and up to six 
> months in prison? This violates the principle of equality for everyone before 
> the law. It looks like Lt Choi is being singled out for selective 
> prosecution; p

g_b Pls sign this petition to save Blue Diamond, Nepal

[Aditya Bondyopadhyay]

Hi,

I just signed a petition to ask Nepal's Prime Minister to save the country's 
biggest LGBT organisation. A local official is preventing award-winning Blue 
Diamond Society from operating.

Blue Diamond Society serves thousands of people, providing them with access to 
life-saving medication and care, as well as protection from discrimination and 
police harassment. 

Nepal's interim Prime Minister can intervene - but he'll only do it if he has 
the political cover we can give him by raising a global outcry. Will you join 
with me and sign now?

www.allout.org/blue-diamond


Sent from my iPad

g_b LOOKING FOR A GOOD PARTNER

[SANTRO ZIP]

Hi every body

I am male 40 years from thane looking for a partner for long term fun 
relationship he should be between 25 to 30  if any body let me know

Regards
Santro




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To: gay_bombay@yahoogroups.com 
Sent: Friday, 1 March 2013 6:14 PM
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g_b Unless we give love ...

[dunno76]

LOVE QUOTE OF THE DAY

Unless we give love, we won't feel it though it's all around us. -
Marianne Williamson (more great quotes from Marianne Williamson
 )

  [Unless we give love, we won't feel it though it's all around us.

- Marianne Williamson (more great quotes from Marianne Williamson:
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OTHER QUOTES & POSTS IN SYMPHONY OF LOVE

Most people ask for happiness on condition. Happiness can only be felt
if you don't set any condition. - Arthur Rubinstein (more great
quotes from Arthur Rubinstein
 )

  [Most people ask for happiness on condition. Happiness can only be felt
if you don't set any condition.

- Arthur Rubinstein (more great quotes from Arthur Rubinstein:
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It is in your moments of decision that your destiny is shaped. - Anthony
Robbins (more great quotes from Anthony Robbins
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  [It is in your moments of decision that your destiny is shaped.

- Anthony Robbins (more great quotes from:
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What power has love but forgiveness?
In other words
by its intervention
what has been done
can be undone.
What good is it otherwise?

- William Carlos Williams (more love quotes and sayings at Symphony of
Love  )

  [What power has love but forgiveness?
In other words
by its intervention
what has been done
can be undone.
What good is it otherwise?

- William Carlos Williams (more love quotes and sayings:
http://lovequotes.symphonyoflove.net)

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The time for action is now. It's never too late to do something.  -
Antoine de Saint Exupéry (more great quotes from Antoine de Saint
Exupéry
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  [The time for action is now. It's never too late to do something.

- Antoine de Saint Exupéry (more great quotes from Antoine de Saint
Exupéry:
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  [I'm really attracting a great weekend of laughter :)

How to Impress A Woman

Wine her.
Dine her.
Call her.
Hold her.
Surprise her.
Compliment her,
Smile at her.
Listen to her.
Laugh with her.
Cry with her.
Romance her.
Encourage her.
Believe in her.
Pray with her.
Pray for her.
Respect her.
Honour her.
Cuddle her.
Shop with her.
Give her jewellery.
Give her flowers.
Kiss her.
Caress her.
Love her.
Stroke her.
Tease her.
Comfort her.
Protect her.
Hug her.
Spend money on her.
Buy things for her.
Care for her.
Stand by her.
Support her.
Hold her hand.
Write love letters to her.
Go to the ends of the Earth and back again for her.

How To Impress A Man

Show up naked.
Bring chicken wings.
Don't block the TV.

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How to Impress a Woman and How to impress a Man

Wine her.
Dine her.
Call her.
Hold her.
Surprise her.
Compliment her,
Smile at her.
Listen to her.
Laugh with her.
Cry with her.
Romance her.
Encourage her.
Believe in her.
Pray with her.

Read the whole list at Symphony of Love
 . Have fun reading it; I had a great laughing
weekend!
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  [Just for a laugh. Have a fun and exciting weekend!

How to make a man happy

1. Feed him
2. Sleep with him

g_b Hi Guys, Seeking Smeone Special

[Vivan Parker]

A professional mature but young & straight acting passive, located overseas, 
seeks someone similar. My ideal mate would be anywhere BUT under 32, smart, 
professional, tall, well spoken and athletic. Those who are confident, admire 
the company of professionals and believe in themselves are welcome. Many thanks 
and best wishes to all readers. Viv 

Re: g_b Will I die alone - My take

[sourendra . das]

Guys!!! It's Saturday night. Let's party... We will talk on Monday! ;)

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Subject: g_b Will I die alone - My take

courtesy garamjism group
Prasad Kumar  

Hello Guys,

Of late I have seen e-mails from many gay members asking if it is better to be 
single or marry woman. I feel there is no one right answer as each persons 
situation is unique. We are born within family and do not have an option of 
choosing our parents, siblings and relatives. One needs to take a look at 
larger pic especially of unintended consequences our actions will have on our 
family, when you come out. Even if your parents and siblings accept you, at 
what emotional & psychological cost? 

I got married in my mid-30's under family pressure. My wife enjoyed sex and was 
hungry for it. I didn't enjoy sex with her and avoided till it became 
unavoidable. Sometimes; I pretended not well, sometimes tired, then I started 
coming home late etc. I tried all tricks guys have already mentioned. Bottom 
line was my wife was not satisfied in bed.To add salt to her wounds, her female 
friends told her about their active sex lives. Sex is not only thing but it has 
an important place in married life. Over time my wife's unhappiness spilled 
over to other areas of our life as well; her interactions with my family 
members and relatives. Disagreements and fights were common and finally we 
split. The emotional and psychological consequences of divorce on my parents 
and siblings were heavy. I lost both my parents within 2 years of divorce. 
Though my siblings and their spouses are there but it's not same like before. 

Divorce is still uncommon in India. Everyone knows it's last resort and there 
is stigma attached to it. I was lucky to be able to move to the US. Many 
Indians have misconceptions about western societies, here not all gay's are 
out. The government has accepted gay sex but that doesn't mean all people are 
accepting, the discrimination is invisible as people are professional. If you 
see gay profiles on western gay sites, you see many gays are not out!! Also gay 
society has its own norms, many whites prefer fair skinned guys, they like 
Afro-Americans if they have bbc (big black cock) many non Asians have low 
preference for Asians (chinky eyed) etc. 

Indian gay society is still evolving, we are at least moving unlike societies 
in many other countries. We have catching up to do as we are where western 
societies were 50-70 years back. Lets face it we need to live in present day 
India. Many Indian's do not accept reality and vast majority of gays are still 
in denial. Many Indian gays classify themselves as bisexual. Many say I became 
gay as I was molested in childhood etc. The fact is each of us is programmed 
differently, and our program is gay!!There is no single solution for all gays. 
Gays in west receive govt pension and other support in old age, many guys in 
big cities in India can afford to be single and guys in smaller towns and 
villages may need to marry. We need to listen to everyone but work out our 
solution best suited for our situations and lives.

Regards,
Prasad