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A Sad Weekend
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A Sad Weekend I cannot begin to explain how sad I am at the loss of one of my favorite places...... Aquarius. A fire there on Saturday night almost destroyed the place, and two unfortunate men lost their lives. A friend of ours was there when the fire started. She got out safe, and texted to tell us what was happening. She even sent a picture from her phone. Once we were over our shock, we were saddened, worried about people we knew, and just heartsick that two people passed away. As a co-ed bath house, I was soooooo curious about it and excited to go the first time. I was not disappointed. It was amazing. So much energy and sexual freedom. People were friendly and respectful. The owner made it very clear that if anyone made rude unwanted advances, to come and see him and it would be taken care of. And no matter what anyone says, I found the place to be CLEAN and taken care of. Most of the people who put the place down and said it was a dirty place, had never even gone. They always reminded me of people who have to make derogatory remarks about something they are too afraid to try. I think deep down they wanted to go, but lacking the guts to actually go see it, they had to find negative things to say about it. The owner was personable. Most of the staff was friendly. Okay, everyone except one. LOL. We had parties there, fun there, sex there, made memories there. Some of the most amazing times I have ever had have been there. Yes, sometimes men would lurk close by or follow you, but you had to just ask them to back up or not get too close and they would. The women who whined that men would not back off, when asked, would always say that they never actually asked these men to step back. But for the rest of us, it was never a problem. As soon as the news was breaking, and no one knew who was hurt, and who had died, it seemed everyone was either phoning or texting or emailing each other. Everyone wanted to make sure every one else was safe. Say what you will about swingers and trannies and gay people and others who explore their sexual freedom..... in the end it was such a community who worried about each other. Some people do not like the place and had nothing but snotty things to say about it burning. I was amazed. First off, TWO PEOPLE DIED. A wonderful man lost his business and livelihood. People lost jobs. Those of us that went often, lost a place that meant a lot to us. I feel like a friend is gone. A place where I could live out every one of my fantasies with like minded people. A place I felt safe at. The media keeps portraying it as a place only for gay men, and many narrow minded idiots keep saying it was a place of sin, so who cares?? In my humble opinion, if that is your mindset, you are the type of idiot that people should be leery of. You are the sick one, not those of us who went there. Now it is the end of an era. Even if it is rebuilt, it won't be the same. If he moves the business to another location, it might be more modern or prettier, but will still not be the same. Well, we all have our memories of good times there, and the birthday parties there, the shared memories of first visits and our last visit. For those of us who loved the place, it is a sad day. For the families of the two men lost, it is a nightmare. But to those strange and ignorant people who seem to think this tragedy is funny and up for ridicule, I have only one thing to say..... FUCK YOU! R.I.P. AQUARIUS Here is hoping for a new and better one..... fingers crossed.  |
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a place is only ever as good as the people who go there you and your friends will make a new place your play pen the only thing you have losted is your 2 friends ~ so so sad i hope the cause of this loss in not down to someones narrow minded righteousness take care all lv scarlet x  scarlet is at the end of your rainbow
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13/10/2009 5h41 |
Very sad. I grieve with you for the two who crossed over, and their families and friends. I grieve for the loss of a free-spirited place. But I must disagree with your ideas for the ignorant and close minded -- fucking is too good for them. We needn't worry too much about their final disposal, as they already live in a hell of their own making. My thoughts and prayers are reserved for those who lost so much in that fire.
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I have to say it was quite a shock to hear about this. I have only been there a couple of times but both were very memorable. I found it to be a cool place. Open, free and very respectful. Clean and well kept. I will certainly miss it, it is a good memory for me and somewhere I would have liked to go back to...sigh. Your description of it is excellent and your words about the naysayers very true.
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Yes Jewel our playground is gone, and we shared some amazing times there. You are right about it not being the same if it rebuilt or moved, but new times, new places, and new memories will be shared again. And most importantly our condolences go to the families and friends of those two victims. And I want to add how deeply moved we were to see how we are cared for, with the phone calls, emails, and relayed messages to make sure we were ok. This community of like minded people really do look out for each other. HUGS AND KISSES TO ALL!!!!!!!!!!!!! Keep It Real 
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Very well said Jewel. Yes, wonderful memories of times there. A really open, free, exciting, and fun place to be me and not worry about some a-hole looking down on me. I only made it to one party but it was a blast. But have gone with friends and will never forget being able to be me.... Sad that people lost their lives. And like you say, those that didn't know it shouldn't be listened to because small minds have small voices. Able202
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13/10/2009 16h21 |
Jewel hun, I couldn't have said it any better than how you just did! I loved that place, it was always clean, and the staff was amazing. They were always so friendly to me, and always made me feel welcome. Sometimes I would spend some time just up front talking to them. The parties...wow...what can I say....but amazing! You introduced me to some awesome people, and I do certainly hope for us to find a new playground. One that we can explore again. The care and compassion that was expressed on Sunday speaks for itself. We were all trying to get in touch with each other, and when we couldn't we just worried sick till we did! My thanks to out to those who contacted me to let me know they were ok, or that they had contacted others, and they were fine. The people that are too closed minded to have talked "badly" about this wonderful place, well fuck you, and perhaps realize that this is a SEX SITE....NOT A DATING SITE!!!! To all my wonderful "play" friends.....I am thankful you are all ok!!
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I agree 100% Jewel. Closed minded people should come with closed mouths. I remember my first time at AQ and I will always remember all the good times there. When the owner rebuilds, we will have good times with the new place. Just remember Jewel, those closed minded people are all talk and no action.
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It is sad for so many reasons. First, it is sad for the two firefighters who lost their lives, and for their families and friends who will mourn them. Second, you had talked of this place several times on your blog, describing the wonderful openness, and options that were available under it's roof. A special place has been lost, and I doubt anything will adequately replace it. As for those asshats that choose to judge the place, or the people that enjoyed it, Fuck them if they can't take a joke. Or, just fuck them. Hope you're doing well out on the farm.
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14/10/2009 11h18 |
I have never been there, but i heard very nice things about the place the staff and the patrons. I was so impressed by the fun and good times that many of you had there, that i was planning on making my first trip there with my wife on our anniversary. Unfortunately we wont get to experience the place that so many of you have enjoyed over the years. I feel for your loss and for the family members that lost their loved ones.
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20/10/2009 6h51 |
Well written hun!! Hugs M&C
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