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Summer is the time of year we shed our clothing, show off some skin and lighten up on the fragrances. Summer scents are typically light, fresh and clean-smelling. Winter has melted away and the smells of summer heighten our senses and kick our hormones into high gear. I have reviewed five of the most anticipated best sellers for summer 2009 according to YOCISCO.com’s Sephora correspondent, Sabina. If its one thing the girl knows its cosmetics. In the end though, the way you smell is a very personal preference and with the countless fragrances for men out there, let this be a road map to sorting through what’s on the perfume counter at your local department store. Summer is in full affect, time for making love, looking good and smelling great!

Photobucket Recent comments on my Youtube videos got me thinking. One viewer wrote that my image is deceiving and because I came off as “feminine” in one of my videos. He felt so strongly that he stated he could no longer visit YOCISCO.com. Aside from that, I have received countless comments knocking me and the Club Papi boys for acting- “Too Gay.”

First off, I have yet to meet a gay man with absolutely no feminine characteristics/mannerisms. Even the most masculine of gay men have a little sugar in their tank. They may not always show it but it comes out. Weather it be when relaxed and chillin with friends or after a few drinks….a feminine characteristic is bound to surface. No, that doesn’t mean we are women or want to be women, it just means we are who we are.

The interesting thing about gay men is t Photobucket hat we represent every end of the spectrum- from ultra-masculine body builders and foot ball players to lip gloss-wearing J-setters to full on drag queens- and everything in between. Regardless of our degree of “gayness” we all do the same thing in the bedroom. After all, that’s what makes us, well, gay.

So why do we look down on a gay man that acts feminine? Most of us have made the comment (myself included), “he is such a queen.” Could it come from our own self-hatred, something that has been pounded into our heads since we were children? Maybe it’s a bigoted view embedded in our souls from a male-dominated heterosexual society. The same attitude that doesn’t allow us to marry the one we love. This is the same attitude that refuses to protect us from prejudice in the work place. The same prejudice and hatred that murdered Lawrence King and countless other victims of gay hate crimes.

"Be who you are and don't appologize for it, even to those in our own community"

That also got me thinking, why are we so afraid of our own femininity? What actually is “straight-acting?” As if gay men are any less men than straight men that we have to be “straight-acting” in order to be valued by Photobucket our peers. Some of us are just naturally masculine, after all we are men. Some of us are naturally feminine. Most of us are in the middle, drawing from both sides, making us who we are.

Our recent YOCISCO.com poll asked the readers, “What type of men do you prefer?” The choice of a feminine acting man got just 1% of the total votes. Growing up gay, we have a trained and deep rooted self hatred. If we don’t accept our feminine-acting community, how can we expect society as a whole to accept us as a whole?

All in all, I don’t claim to be the most masculine guy in the world, neither am I on the extremely feminine end either. I guess I’m somewhere in the middle. What does it matter anyway? Be who you are and don’t apologize for it, even to people in your own community. It’s been a long road out of the closet and I’m proud of the point I’m at when it comes to my sexuality. Life is too short to be someone else. Be you.

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"To Come Out Or Not To Come Out"

Dear Cisco,

I'm turning 21 today and I'm feeling like I should come out to my family. Its something that I've been wanting to do but there's always something that keeps me back. There's reasons why I haven't came out yet and I've let them all get to me.

Now I know its even harder to come out to a Latino family, you know with all the machismo BS, and to top it all off my dad is very religious. My brother and I have even argued about gay rights, and even then I didn't have the guts to tell him. Now my twin sister on the other hand is starting to become more ok with homosexuality and now even has a friend that just came out, but obviously still doesn't know about me... I really need some advice, what should I do???

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Club Papi Sacramento- Gay Pride

June 19, 2009

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Club Papi San Francisco- CISCO TO ATTEND

June 26, 2009

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Denver Gay Pride- Featuring Nina Flowers

June 27-28, 2009

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Club Papi San Francisco- CISCO TO ATTEND

June 27, 2009

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Homo Hip Hop "Pick Up The Mic"

DVD Release Party, Los Angeles, CA

June 21, 2009

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San Francisco Gay Pride-CISCO TO ATTEND

June 28, 2009

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Diva's Cruise- Jamaica, Grand Caman, Cozumel

October 25- November 1, 2009

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Squashing the Gay Relationship Killer Known as Jealousy

You might feel it when that hot stud across the room at the gym gives your lover “the look-over.” You might experience it if your ex-boyfriends ever cheated on you and then you project it onto your current man. Or you might experience it if you have an “open relationship” and you know your partner is out “tricking.” Whatever its form, jealousy can take on many different faces and it can kill your relationship if it’s not managed appropriately. If you’re the one who’s afflicted with jealousy, it can torment and consume you, zapping you of all security and contentment. If you’re the partner of a jealous lover, your frustration at having to “walk on eggshells” and constantly reassure your guy of your commitment to him can be maddening.

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Affordable high fashion for the recession

Marc by Marc Jacobs Spring 2009

Your boy, Cisco is a big fan of Marc Jacobs. Having discovered his line a few years ago while dancing in San Francisco, I was hooked the minute I walked into the store. Living in Denver, we are not lucky enough to have a Marc Jacobs store in Colorado. The Marc by Marc Jacobs line is the less expensive version of Marc Jacobs, a piece of high fashion we can all afford. Let’s face it, in this tough economy, who can afford to blow $500 on a shirt? Even if you have it, why would you? The Marc by Marc Jacobs line affords everyone a piece of the high fashion power house that has dressed so many celebrities today and a chance to feel a part of the luxurious lifestyle that the Marc Jacobs line has come to represent.

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The latest from Lady Gaga is her video to Paparazzi which can be found on The Fame. My boy Quest mentioned to me they were shooting the video in LA. What he didn't mention was how amazing the video was. Now that Gaga has become a international mega star, she can really let her creativity shine and this video demonstrates that. She is not only a musical artist but a visual artist as well which is what makes her so special. Check out the video on YOCISCO.com, click here.

Also, check out my blog from last November when Gaga visited Denver, click here.

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Want to Stick with Your Fitness Plan?

One of the best things you can do is keep a fitness log. Nothing elaborate or time-consuming, mind you...just a simple, written record of your workouts.

After each workout, simply jot down the bare facts. For cardio exercise, record the amount of time and the intensity level. For strength training, note the amount of weight and number of repetitions for each exercise. By keeping track of your workouts, you'll see your progress more readily-and find it easier to stick to your fitness plan.

Consult a Doctor or fitness professional before beginning any exercise routine.

Better than Blueberries?

Blueberries have been known to have strong antioxidants that help fight cancer, keep you healthy and looking young. Check out two other fruits that are just as rich in antioxidants and less expensive than blueberries.

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