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ANDY BELL OF ERASURE HEADLINING THE 30TH ANNIVERSARY OF INTERNATIONAL MR. LEATHER
IML is excited to announce that Andy Bell, one half of Erasure fame, has signed to appear at the 30th International Mr. Leather Contest on Sunday, May 25th!
Originally employed in a meat packing plant in England, Bell responded to a newspaper ad looking for a singer. Picked by Vince Clarke, they went on to form the group Erasure and the rest is music history. Together they have sold over twenty million albums worldwide. In 2005, Bell released his first solo album “Electric Blue.” His 2005 single, “Crazy,” made it to #3 on the Billboard Hot Dance Club Play charts.

LEGENDARY CLUB DJ TONY MORAN SET FOR HOUSE OF BLUES VICTORY PARTY
Part of the annual IML celebration is the Sunday night post-contest Victory Party , hosted once again by the House of Blues . Making his first ever appearance at IML is world-renowned Grammy nominated DJ/Producer, Tony Moran. He has toured dance floors around the world and, this year, he brings his amazing talents to IML.

MATTHEW HARVAT (AKA CIRCUIT MOM) TO CLOSE OUT IML WEEKEND
IML is filled with traditions and this year is no exception. We are pleased to announce that Matthew Harvat will once again serve as DJ and Producer for the legendary Monday night Black and Blue Ball at Excalibur. This year we celebrate Matthew’s 5th year “hosting” this award winning “sweat disco.”

WEEKEND PACKAGES / TICKETS STILL AVAILABLE
Weekend Event Packages cost $165. Special premium ticket upgrades are still available for $190. Weekend Event Packages include: admission to the International Mr. Leather 2008 competition, admission to all other official IML events (Opening Ceremonies, Pec’s & Personality Competition, IML Victory Celebration Party and the Black and Blue Ball), free admission to the Leather Market, free shuttle bus service, an official IML 2008 t-shirt and yearly giveaways. Premium ticket upgrades are limited and offer choice seating for the 30th Anniversary Contest on Sunday night in the Grand Ballroom of the Hyatt Regency Chicago.

IML Packages can be purchased online at http://boxofficetickets.com® or by calling (800) 494-TIXS. Tickets to individual IML 2008 events are also be sold at The Hyatt Regency Chicago throughout IML Weekend. Please note: Single tickets to the IML Victory Celebration Party are only available through the House of Blues by calling (312) 923-2000.
The Hyatt Regency Chicago, 151 E. Wacker Dr. in Chicago, is the host hotel for International Mr. Leather 2008. Room availability is becoming limited. Reservations can be made by calling the hotel directly at (312) 565-1234 or (800) 233-1234 or online via our special hotel reservation website link IML.

For more information, ticket and hotel links as well as frequent updates on the 30th Anniversary of International Mr. Leather, visit our official website IML.

We look forward to seeing you in Chicago in less than 30 days!

The IML Staff

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Off today and gym

Met with my trainer at 6 am. For giving my back a break for 2 weeks, I actually was able to leg press 485lbs, 12 reps. I thought I had lost my strenght (as with my arms), for being off so long. Did 6 reps at 575. Did superset of leg curls, and then 6 sets of lunges (fatigue by then).

I have been off since Thursday. I dread work on Monday. A lot of catch up to do :(

Coffee Date (cont)

He was nice. My type, but I don't think I'm his. Retired, he was checking out a volunteer position with the Public Library with regards to Sf walking tours (Architecture, Deco, Parks etc). So that was his appt this am. Retired he said he needs to keep busy. Good for him. After our coffee, he had to meet an old friend to help his friend decide which Condo to purchase. Bet he will be in price shock. So for part of this beautiful afternoon, I spent the day in Castro. Purchased my lube (flavorless) and Snake Bite kit (my old one cracked). Was also nice running into so many people I know. Wish I lived there. Then visited a friend who just had a colonoscopy. He was not in the mood for much (lol)Eep! I just remembered, I need to go to Stonestown and get a new mouse. These cheepie Apple mouses (or is it meeses) don't last long.
Don't think I'll see this guy again. Chalk one up for trying :)

Warning! Avoid the Apple Store or you'll spend!

I must say that even though it was a bit of a wait it was worth it. My over one year old Mighty Mouse ball was not scrolling. They took it in the back, tried to fix it. Couldn't, so they exchanged it for a new one (which they normally don't do). Pleased(and saved $50). As I waited, I toyed around the store and almost bought a new laptop and iPhone (total of $1700+ !). So tempting! I must avoid this store until ready!!!!!!! But soooo cool! And too dangerous!
(And I really am pleased with Sprint...don't want to switch to AT&T)

Mighty Mouse