Mom asks a favor

Hey Kids –
I just got an email from my dear friend and astrologer, Neil Paris. Some of you may have seen his weekly column on the Rainbow Network.
He’s gathering research for his latest book – Men and Mars. It deals with what guys look for and what they’re into sexually. I know that I’ll be reading it from cover to cover!
He would love to have your input! Being freinds of Mom’s – makes you a friend of his! So please go to his site, New World Astrology and take the anonymous questionnaire. The more honest you are – the better the book will be. It’s open to all guys – straight or gay or however you classify yourself.
Thanks Kids! – M’wah – M.
Thanks everyone!
Love,
Neil

23 Nov 05 By mom Write a comment!

Mom’s Boys Go Exclusive!

Hey Kids –
Years ago I was watching web-cam shows of this rascal of a lad from Canada named Pierre. He used to have Mom call him up during his webcast and sing some silly song for him and his viewers.
Fade-out/fade-in – Pierre is now one of the hottest young stars in the Falcon Studio line-up. Not only has Pierre gotten even better looking with the years – he’s picked up an absolutely gorgeous boyfriend along the way, Ralph, who’s also in the biz. Both of their websites are now hosted by Bad Puppy.
Mama's Boys Pierre & Ralph
Just recently Falcon Studios Director of Development, Chris Steele, announced that they had re-signed Pierre along with Ralph as Falcon Exclusives!
Pierre was last seen in Through The Woods (FVP 157) a fractured fairy tale that had him donning a red hoodie and hitchhiking to grandma’s house. Pierre can also be seen in Born To Be Bad (FVP 156) and Longshot … Making The Game (JVP 119) – which happens to be one of Mom’s favorites.
Pierre Fitch
Pierre, who won a huge fan following for his bad-boy attitude, tattoos, and impressive bottoming skills, looks forward to exploring his “top” side in upcoming films, especially the soon to be released Spokes III. This will also be the debut performance for yummy Ralph!
Everyone who worked with both boys say how natural they are on set – and quite professional. Even the straight techies on the set couldn’t stop staring at Ralph’s impressive cock!
Ralph Woods

Have a good look at both boys. If you go looking up these boys – don’t forget to tell them “Mom sent me!”

22 Nov 05 By mom 5 Comments

Mom Asks You To Remember!

Hey Kids –
I’m sure that many of you had no idea or knowledge that yesterday Sunday, November 20, was the 7th Annual Transgender Day of Remembrance. This is the day set aside to remember those that have gone before – and a fitting beginning to International Transgender Awareness Week. The Day of Remembrance was started by Gwen Smith after the unsolved November 1998 murder of Rita Hester in Boston.
On Thursday in New York City a street corner in Greenwich Village was named after Stonewall veteran and transgender activist Sylvia Rivera. If you do not know the significance of Rivera or Stonewall to your own daily life – you better not tell me because I’ll come to where ever you are and whoop you upside the head!
On June 28, 1969 Sylvia Rivera was one of the first protestors to throw a bottle at the police while they were raiding the Stonewall Inn Bar. She realized even then that this was the “turning point” in the LGBT Rights Movement. When Rivera was asked by the press why they were protesting she shot back, “Hell hath no fury like a Drag Queen scorned!” Her simple statement has since become a battle cry that is still used today by many in the struggle for LGBT Rights.
In 1970 Sylvia joined the Gay Activists Alliance in an effort to pass a gay rights bill in New York City. She was never one to be told, “No” by anyone. Rivera once went as far as scaling the City Hall building in dress and high heels to crash a meeting. That’s commitment.
As the years past the mainstream gay culture made her feel out of place at her own party. In 1995 when activists dropped transgender rights from the proposed gay rights bill to make it more acceptable Gay writer Michael Musto interviewed Rivera about the issue, “When things started getting more mainstream it was like, ‘We don’t need you no more.”
Even though she, herself, was frequently homeless she co-founded Street Transvestite Action Revolutionaries (STAR) with Marsha P. Johnson, to provide temporary housing for others in the transgender community.
Melissa Sklarz, co-chair for the LGBT Committee of Community Board #2, said she acted on a friend’s suggestion to name the street corner after Rivera. “In the past we did very somber events. But we wanted to start celebrating our lives rather than mourning our dead.” When told of the decision Smith concurred, “I can’t think of anyone who is more deserving. She and Marsha P. Johnson were really the mothers of the modern trans rights movement.”
Mara Keisling, executive director of the National Center for Transgender Equality (NCTE), said Rivera is the first out transgender person to have a street named after her. Sklarz added the naming of the northeast corner of Christopher and Hudson streets after Rivera also had a political message worthy of its namesake. “Right now we’re having trouble with the community in Greenwich Village as the residents protest the LGBT people who hang out there as destructive to their way of life.
We thought naming this corner after this iconic figure who once prowled here would remind everyone of the neighborhood’s history.”
This type of in-your-face activism was something Rivera was well known for. Even as she lay dying in the hospital when local gay leaders stopped by the intensive care unit to ask her advice, she gathered up all the strength in her tiny frame still hooked up to monitors, IVs and a morphine pump and gave them hell for not being inclusive enough! She died a few hours later on February, 19, 2002, only 50 years old.
She was a unique lady for a unique time that now shall never be forgotten. Take the time to know your LGBT History – it’s very important for yourself and all those who will come after us. This once again proves my theory, “If it weren’t for a Drag Queen none of this would be possible.”
Sylvia Rivera, 1970

22 Nov 05 By mom 3 Comments

What is Mom truly afraid of?

Hey Kids –
Hope everything is just going great with y’all. My dear friend, Shirley Q. Liquor sent me this photo today. She was all tore up behind it. She was carryin’ on about the snake. But to me the scariest thing in this picture is the priest! Wouldn’t you say so?
Only God Knows For Sure
If you have never experienced any of the amazing comic stylings of my friend Chuck – you must go check him out! If you have ever had any dealings whatsoever with any kind of religious organization Betty Butterfield knows and has felt your pain, shame and regrets. As Betty always says, “Lord, please help me find a church.” She also says, “better living through chemistry”, but that’s another story.
Now could someone please tell me what a priest is doing with a snake – and why? Well, at least he’s not going after the altar boys.
M’wah – M.

19 Nov 05 By mom 3 Comments

Mom asks what comes between Tommy & his Calvins.

Hello Boys
Remember the old catch phrase “what comes between you and your Calvin’s?” I recently ran across some of those old commercials. I can’t believe how young Brooke Shields was during that ad campaign! Were any of us ever that young?
Speaking of youth – one of the hottest and hardest working ‘twinks’ in the biz – Tommy DeLuca has recently been posting more on his website www.tommydelucax.com. While poking around – pardon the expression – I came across a recent photo shoot that brought that old ad campaign to mind!
TakeEmOffTony
I must just take a moment to remind you that while some of you have told me that you don’t really enjoy looking at pictures of ‘twinks’ that I tend to post. But you must admit – that this boy has some very ‘big’ talents! I know that I would gladly watch this young man strip or do almost anything.
Enjoy boys!
M’wah – M.

18 Nov 05 By mom 7 Comments

Mom reminds: Lessons Your Parents Taught You!

Hey Kids –
As the Holiday Season fast approaches I am reminded that so many of us have moved away from home. If you have close ties with your family – this will merely be a refresher course. If you haven’t spoken to your family in a while – this will serve to reaffirm your decision. If your parents have already ‘passed on’ – well, I’m sure it will give you a good chuckle!
Here are a few key things that your parents taught you! Granted, most of you will say that you learned these things all on your own – but I can promise you that your parents had a hand in there, as well.
1. Your Parents spoke to you of RELIGION.
“You better pray that will come out of the carpet.”
2. Your Parents piqued your first interest in TIME TRAVEL.
“If you don’t straighten up, I’m going to knock you into the middle of next week!”
3. Your Parents proved the theory of all LOGIC.
“Because I said so, that’s why.”
4. Your Parents gave you the gift of FORESIGHT.
“Make sure you wear clean underwear, you never know if you’ll get into an accident.”
5. Parents were always good for teaching you IRONY.
“Keep crying, and I’ll give you something to cry about.”
6. Even before biology class your parents taught you the fundamentals of OSMOSIS.
“Shut your mouth and eat your supper.”
7. They were always ready to suggest a career – even as a CONTORTIONIST.
“Will you look at that dirt on the back of your neck!”
8. They instilled in you the importance of STAMINA.
“You’ll sit there until all that spinach is gone.”
9. You were taught that you even could control the WEATHER.
“This room of yours looks as if a tornado went through it.”
10. They taught you the basics principals of BEHAVIOR MODIFICATION.
“Stop acting like your father!”
11. Parents were the first to make you know ENVY.
“There are millions of less fortunate children in this world who don’t have wonderful parents like you do.”
12. Your parents gave you that butterfly feeling of ANTICIPATION.
“Just wait until we get home.”
13. They taught you what a marvelous gift it was to RECEIVE.
“You are going to get it when you get home!”
14. Your parents studied MEDICAL SCIENCE.
“If you don’t stop crossing your eyes, they are going to freeze that way.”
15. They were the first to instruct you HOW TO BECOME AN ADULT.
“If you don’t eat your vegetables, you’ll never grow up.”
16. Your mother was likely the one skilled in GENETICS.
“You’re just like your father.”
17. Parents got you to question your own ROOTS.
“Shut that door behind you. Do you think you were born in a barn?”
18. They were the very people that taught you WISDOM.
“When you get to be my age, you’ll understand.”
19. Long before you knew the laws of the world they instructed you in the ways of JUSTICE.
“One day you’ll have kids, and I hope they turn out just like you.”
and last but not least…
20. Your loving mother and father – long before you had seen any Disney movie – taught you THE CIRCLE OF LIFE.
“I brought you into this world, and I can take you out.”

18 Nov 05 By mom 6 Comments

Last Week In “Gay Camp” History

Hey Kids
Just wanted to give you all a little lesson in keeping up with your “gay” past. Most of you know that all things “camp” are very important to remember. Especially if you are ever going to win a trivia based game these days. Though, I know most of you barely read or watch television, it’s important for you to know who these people were and their connection to your own history.
I’ll make it easier for you – look at the pictures below. I’ve numbered them for you so there won’t be any confusion. I hope you enjoy this little lesson that Mom assures you is very pertinent to all of our lives.
M’wah – M.
So Long Folks!
1) GRAHAM PAYN, ACTOR AND NOEL COWARD’S PARTNER, DEAD AT 87
Graham Payn, an actor and singer who was Noel Coward’s longtime companion, died this week in Switzerland at the age of 87, according to news reports. Born in South Africa in 1918, Payn moved to England in 1929. At the age of 14 he first auditioned for the Noel Coward revue, Words and Music. In 1945 Coward wrote a leading role for Payn in the show Sigh No More. The production marked the beginning of their professional and personal relationship, which lasted until the playwright’s death in 1973.
After performing in several other stage musicals, Payn turned to television and film, with little lasting success. Perhaps his best-known film was The Italian Job (1969), in which he shared comic scenes with Coward. Payn lived with Coward in lavish homes in Switzerland and Jamaica, and he worked less and less during the 1960s — a fact Coward commented on publicly. “He is, I fear, a born drifter,” Coward said, according to the Telegraph newspaper. “I know his theatrical career has been a failure but there are other ploys to go after. He sleeps and sleeps and the days go by. I love him dearly forever…. and am happy to look after him for the rest of my life but he must do something.”
Payn oversaw Coward’s estate after his death and co-edited the playwright’s diaries in 1982. In 1994 he wrote his autobiography, My Life with Noel Coward. “I loved the man totally,” Payn said of Coward. “I realized that I wanted nothing more than to share my life with this remarkable man, to help and protect him as best I could. If I had to write my epitaph it would read ‘Friend of Noel Coward.'”
2) MILDRED SHAY, ACTRESS, DEAD AT 94
Hollywood’s Pocket VenusMildred Shay has died at her daughter’s home in Glendale, Calif., at age 94. The British resident who appeared in more than 30 films during the 1930s but was better known for her Hollywood scandals and escapades, recently suffered a stroke, the Los Angeles Times reported.
Columnist Walter Winchell nicknamed the 5-foot-2 actress “Hollywood’s Pocket Venus” for her alleged casting couch adventures and affairs with some of movies’ top stars. She was said to have fought off the advances of actors Errol Flynn and Johnny Weissmuller. Filmmaker Cecil B. De Mille reportedly fed her oysters with pearls still attached and her affair with Victor Mature made headlines. Shay had a number of small roles throughout her Hollywood career – most notably she dubbed Greta Garbo’s voice in the 1932 Oscar-winning Grand Hotel.
After two failed marriages, she married British Army Capt. Geoffrey Steele in 1941 and their union lasted more than 45 years. Shay is survived by her daughter, Georgiana Steele.
3) SHEREE NORTH, FILM, STAGE AND TV STAR, DEAD AT 72
Film, stage and TV star Sheree North, best known for her roles on The Mary Tyler Moore Show and Seinfeld has died in Los Angeles at age 72.
The platinum blonde bombshell of 1950s Hollywood played Lou Grant’s girlfriend, Charlene Maguire, in The Mary Tyler Moore Show and Kramer’s mom, Babs, on Seinfeld. North was groomed by 20th Century Fox to be a substitute for the unreliable Marilyn Monroe — and that is exactly what happened in 1955’s How to Be Very, Very Popular, in which North out-danced and outshone Betty Grable, the L.A. Times said.
Among her film credits were the 1956 musical The Best Things in Life Are Free, 1973’s The Outfit and The Shootist. Her many TV roles included The Virginian, The Big Valley, The Fugitive, Cannon, McMillan and Wife, Owen Marshall: Counselor at Law, Kojak, Hawaii Five-O, Barnaby Jones, Fantasy Island, The Golden Girls, and Murder, She Wrote. (Terrifying that I remember most of her appearances on most of these shows!) She is survived by her husband, Phillip Norman, two daughters and a grandchild.
4) JEAN CARSON, FILM AND TV ACTRESS, DEAD AT 82
Veteran film and TV actress Jean Carson has died in Palm Springs, Calif., from complications of a stroke at age 82. Carson, best known for her “Hello Doll!” greeting as fun girl Daphne on The Andy Griffith Show died Nov. 2, Daily Variety reported Tuesday.
The Charleston, W. Va., native began on Broadway in George S. Kaufman’s Bravo and later appeared in Arthur Laurent’s The Bird Cage, Anniversary Waltz and Two Blind Mice. Her TV appearances included The Red Buttons Show, The G.E. Theater, Wagon Train, The Untouchables, and The Twilight Zone episode “A Most Unusual Camera”.
Her films included The Phoenix City Story, I Married a Monster from Outer Space (one of my all time Sci-Fi Camp Favorites!), Gunn, The Party and Fun with Dick and Jane (The original!). She remained active in Palm Springs area theater after retiring from the public eye. She is survived by two sons.

16 Nov 05 By mom 2 Comments

Mom wants to ‘Hold Everything’!!

Take a deep breath and exhale slowly–essential instructions when viewing Hold Everything, the brand new release from Raging Stallion’s Pistol Media division. Shot both in sultry Australia and in beautiful Northern California, this movie has the best of both worlds–huge cocks and open holes and the hot, young studs who own them! Clocking in at five long scenes, Hold Everything is a huge movie that fills out our highly acclaimed fall 2005 release schedule, delivering excellent sports-oriented footage that will leave you exhausted on the floor after just one viewing!
HoldMeRemy!
The movie features two amazing scenes with Remy Delaine, the hottest young (23 years old, but he’s definitely a man, not a boy) performer of 2005. His winning smile, perfect body, bubble-butt ass, and huge, 11-inch beer-can cock are what made this man our choice to be our spokesperson for 2005. This movie shows why he is one of our all-time favorites!
Kids – you have to admit – he’s yummy. M’wah – M.

15 Nov 05 By mom 4 Comments

Why? What? – Mom’s Confused.

Hey Kids –
Long time no post. I’ve been so busy with all sorts of things – several of which I’ll be sharing with you all. But I came across something the other day that just baffles me completely. I was doing some catching up reading some of my friend’s journals online. And WHAM! out of the blue, randomly posted was this perplexing image. Perhaps you all can enlighten your dear mother.
All I can think is that next to my “tuck” – this looks horribly painful!
M’wah – M.
Vacuum Packed

13 Nov 05 By mom 2 Comments

A 10th Anniversary

**Hey Kids –
Sorry I haven’t been that vocal this week – but I’ve been very busy getting ready for the Gay Seattle Pageant. While I’m sure that most of you don’t care about “titles” (neither do I for that matter) but 10 years ago yours truly held the Miss Gay Seattle title at Neighbours Niteclub. What is so amazing about this “pageant” is that it pre-dates the stonewall riots by quite a few years.
There was even a quite well-off drag revue that played nightly here in Seattle long before and long after WWII. So you see – it must be something in the water.
Anyway – I thought I would share with you a few shots of me during my year. I have always been quite controversial.
M’wah – M.
PS: I promise more boys in the coming week.
Always A Lady
Not bad for ten years ago!!

05 Nov 05 By mom 3 Comments

Mom Sends Her Condolences To Falcon Studios

Hello Children –
It is with a heavy heart that I tell you Terry Mahaffey, Principal and President of Falcon Studios, died on Sunday, October 30, 2005 from complications resulting from cancer treatment.
Falcon's Terry Mahaffey
Terry was born in Waco, TX and grew up in Dallas, TX. He received a degree in Accounting from the University of Texas at Arlington. Being a triple threat of model, dancer, and actor in the Dallas and Houston theater communities until 1980, he joined the gay adult entertainment industry as a movie distribution representative for LeSalon.
Terry found a mentor in Falcon Studios founder and gay adult film pioneer, Charles Holmes. It was Holmes who brought him to Falcon Studios in 1996. The creative vision, attention to detail, and commitment to quality that gave and sustained Falcon Studios leadership in the industry was all thanks to Terry.
In 2004, Mahaffey joined business partners, Steve Johnson and Todd Montgomery, to create 3 Media Corporation, an entertainment/media investment firm, which bought Falcon Studios from the Charles M. Holmes Foundation. Until just recently Terry has continued to be actively engaged in the day-to-day workings for Falcon Studios as a Principal of the company.
Terry was passionate about Falcon Studios and the industry,” said business partner, Todd Montgomery, “He has been the heart and soul of the company – we were all inspired by his incessant energy and flair for making the ordinary extraordinary. The entire staff of Falcon Studios mourns his loss.”
Mr. Mahaffey died peacefully at home, supported by his partner, Michael Scott. Memorial services will be held in San Francisco on Saturday, November 12. Memorials may be made in Terry Mahaffey’s name to the Sutter VNA & Hospice Foundation, 1900 Powell St., Suite 300, Emeryville, CA, (510)450-8724. Donation forms can be downloaded at www.vnahospicefoundation.org.

02 Nov 05 By mom 3 Comments

Mom Escapes to Sydney – in her dreams.

Hey Kids –
Hope you all survived the Halloween weekend. While you may think that I spend all my time choosing which purse to take out on any given night, you couldn’t be more wrong! I am very likely to squander an entire afternoon with remote control in hand watching some very moving adult entertainment.
If you remember last week I told you that I was just wild about one of Raging Stallion’s hot international finds: Remy DeLaine. His first extended-length feature being released by the studio is Escape from Sydney.
I’m not quite sure what the title has to do with any of the scenes – but it’s so hot it really doesn’t much matter!
By having all the action outside – I can see why the title would make sense. Granted, growing up in a small town in Washington state with lots of forest and fields of tall grass to go adventuring in I am well aware of the allure and the release that one feels from having sweaty sex outside! Well, since you don’t really want any of those images floating in your mind – how about these?
Escape With Remy
In the first scene Kristian Winterhas just finishing plunging his sweaty body through the thick and dense forest to come upon a what he thinks is a deserted riverside. Not so – from the rushes emerges hunky, hairy and horny Ozdick. The action starts off a bit slow with some deep kissing in the river, but as soon as their cocks stand at attention they’re back on the rocks sucking, rimming and fucking for what seems like hours.
It’s always refreshing to see porn where the guys are really getting into it rather than the fumble stumble and oops scenes from some other studios who shall remain nameless. Just when you think that the two hard-bodied he-men couldn’t possibly take or give any more CAZZO star Marc Amon shows up squatting on a rock. Not wanting to be left out he pulls his rather lengthy cock out and before you know it a three-way has started and you’re wishing you had a plane ticket to Australia to go join in.
Even though Kristian seems to be quite the Top in the first scene he has no trouble getting powerfucked by Marc! The sun is beating down on the sweaty bodys as they thrust and lunge slowly bringing you to the edge only to stop. The tease-fucking that goes on in this scene will drive you crazy. And I’m also pretty sure that if your secret fantasy is sex on a huge boulder while the sounds of nature surround you – this DVD won’t be coming out of your player any time soon!
The third scene is rather interesting as Trent Andrews and Jake Meyers have sex while rock climbing. You read that right – rock climbing. Words can’t describe and pictures wouldn’t do it justice. I’m just going to say that it must be seen to be believed! Fucking in mid-air!!
Remy Gives It Hard
Saving the best for last is always a good thing. Pistol hunk Kurt Johnson is supposedly working on the farm’s water pump as the sun beats down on him and the exquisite landscape. It’s raising quite a sweat that trickles through all the many ridges, mounds and taunt muscles of Kurt’s stunning frame.
As if by magic Remy DeLaine comes galumphing over the hill past Kurt and into the forest. He would be stupid not to follow such a hot man on such a hot day. This hot scene just gets better and better. You’ll burst right along with our star I guarantee it!
Order your copy online today at www.RagingStallion.com – be sure and tell them, “Mom sent me!”. Thanks and have a great week. It’s time for more movies.
M’wah – M.

02 Nov 05 By mom 4 Comments

Mom Has Decided – Thank you all!!

Hey Kids –
Thanks for all of you who wrote to me, IM’d me, posted, etc., etc., etc.
By an overwhelming majority your dear Mom will be none other than the ultimate of Mom’s: Joan Crawford!
Mom Says No Wire Hangers
As if there would be anyone else I could be!
M’wah – M.

29 Oct 05 By mom 3 Comments

Mom – What to wear this weekend?

Hey Kids –
Just wanted to put this question to you: What should Mom wear for Halloween?
Several of you have already sent some amazing suggestions so I’ve narrowed it down to two choices. Since so many of you think I am such a “screaming queen” I find these two choices very apropos. Either the ever famous and oft stolen “Scream” or the original Mom – “Mommie Dearest” – which will it be? Let me know which you think is best.
M’wah – M.
Life Imitates Art

29 Oct 05 By mom 5 Comments

Mom’s Man is Raging Remy DeLaine

Hey Kids –
Recently at a private party during Folsom Street Fair weekend in San Francisco Chris Ward of Raging Stallion Studios named Remy DeLaine as 2006 Man of The Year. I must say that I couldn’t agree more. So far, Mom has called all the recent honorees before they were announced. Apparently – Mom has an eye for “talent”!
I mean, take a look at those smouldering eyes, those come-hither thighs and that glistening uncut cock – all of them just urging you to take a lick…oops… I mean – take a look. I’ll be reviewing Remy’s latest release “Escape From Sydney” later in the week. But until then I thought I’d keep you happy with these few tasty shots.
Stop by http://www.ragingstallion.com and check out all of their many delectible treats! As always – let them know “Mom sent me!”
Remy Delaine

28 Oct 05 By mom 6 Comments

Mom asks: What is Halloween without Bunnies?

Hey Kids –
Hope that the week is going well for you. Tonight begins six nights in a row of getting “dressed” to celebrate the Gay High Holy Days of Halloween. With so much time in eight inch platforms – Mom needs a little laugh when enjoying a soothing eucalyptus and lavendar foot bath.
Though it is the season to screen every fright-fest non-stop – I am a huge wussie when it comes to Horror movies. I’m not ashamed to admit it. But thanks to my multi-talented friend Jennifer Shiman– and her 30-Second Bunny Theatre Troupe – Mom can even enjoy some of the classic Halloween flims.
Spookie Bunnies
The troupe came to national attention when Good Morning America aired their 30-Second Version of ‘Titanic’ in June of 2004. Then another foray into the limelight came when several movie critics and blogsters said that the Troupe’s version of ‘The Exorcist’ was far superior, and a better use of anyone’s time, than the ill-fated ‘Exorcist: The Beginning’. I must agree. It all seems to make perfect sense to hear the bunny priests shouting, ‘The power of Christ’ compells you.”
The Power Of Christ
The Bunnies are now known the world over thanks to the STARZ network. Their amazing renditions of everything from ‘A Wonderful Life’ to ‘Pulp Fiction’ are shown as Quickies prior to STARZ On Demand movies. Check them out for yourself at angry alien productions. If you like what you see drop Jennifer a note, she loves to hear from everyone. Don’t forget to let her know, “Mom sent me.”
PS: If you really want a great laugh check out Amy’s Diary
M’wah – M.

26 Oct 05 By mom 1 Comment