This month marks the silver anniversary of my coming out. TWENTY FIVE YEARS! Can you believe that I’ve been an avowed homosexual for a quarter of a century?!
Just a few exits from San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge, a cluster of ancient coast redwoods rises to the heavens in what feels more like the ancestral home to a tribe of Ewoks than a national park visited by millions on the outskirts of one of America’s most vibrant cities.
The candy-themed “art” installation Candytopia is both a mix of nonsensical whimsy and a telling social commentary about society’s obsession with photographing and broadcasting every moment of our lives.
We saw The Lion King in 3D today. Here’s what we thought. Plus, a very special rendition of Hakuna Matata, as “sung” by me and Mason. It’s something you will never forget…even if you try!
I’m rounding up all of my favorite deals on Amazon’s two-day Prime Day extravaganza! Keep checking back for more.
Friends and I celebrated the 30th anniversary of Steel Magnolias with a special screening of the classic movie…and I had an “aha!” moment about the magic of going to the movies.
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3 weeks ago by imcoopedup This month marks my 25th anniversary of coming out. TWENTY FIVE YEARS! So much has changed over the past quarter century, but my gratitude towards those who've helped me be exactly who I am hasn't. My heart of full of Pride.
3 weeks ago by imcoopedup I’m finally getting some of our California vacation photos up on my blog, starting with Muir Woods. It’s now online at CoopedUp.com, for those who want to read the garbage that comes out of my messed up mind. . #familytravel #gaytravel #twodads #travelcalifornia #california #muirwoods #instagay #gaydad
1 month ago by imcoopedup What do you think about the bandana look? It’s somewhere between Howdy Doodie, Mr Roper and Paul Lynde in the center square...and I’m okay with that.
1 month ago by imcoopedup The @dceomagazine "Business of Pride" article is now online featuring 7 stories of DFW business executives and their stories of coming out at work.
2 months ago by imcoopedup The September issue of @DCEOMagazine beautifully profiles North Texas LGBTQ business leaders and their personal journeys, including our very own...with my amazing, smart, talented and handsome (hot!) husband on the cover. The issue hits stands Thursday! . When the editors couriered advanced copies over last week, they asked me to be on speakerphone with them when I opened the envelope. My first reaction was loudly gasping "Holy Fucking Shit!" and then I started crying. . Eloquence may not always be my strongest suit, but authentic sappiness always is!
2 months ago by imcoopedup We’re teaching our little ducklings about financial responsibility. Their first debit cards arrived today from @greenlightcard . Greenlight’s app lets parents give their kids money and control how much can be spent where, including stores, online and in apps. If they need actual cash money, it’s free to use at ATMs. (Plus, you can shut them down completely if they go missing.) . I’ll keep you posted how it turns out. Who knows, maybe they’ll be Kardashians some day. With those duck lips, we’re halfway there. A dad can dream!
2 months ago by imcoopedup First Day of School! We’re all ready for routine after a whirlwind, fun-filled summer. Hard to believe that we’ve got 5th and 4th graders in our house!
2 months ago by imcoopedup 15 years ago: That time @carsonkressley and I looked like the cutest lesbian couple in Dallas. (Or at least stand-ins for Ellen and Martina Navratilova) #queereye
2 months ago by imcoopedup One last quick trip to close out the summer! To grandparents’ house we go...
2 months ago by imcoopedup Feeling very extra today! Not sure I can pull off the French tuck, but I’m giving it a try. Also, sporting my new men’s pouch from @coach and freshly painted toes. My kids liked the outfit enough to ask if they could take this pic. Either that, or they’re mocking their old gay dad! #ootdmen
3 months ago by imcoopedup “A little nonsense, now and then, is relished by the wisest men.” -Willy Wonka
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