March 1986

Unreel Safe Sex

By BUCK HARRIS

On a scale of one to eight tokens, I'd only drop three in the box for "Lifeguard." The producer's intentions are honorable and the cast is gifted, especially Rick Donavan. But this video succeeds in removing every ounce of romance and passion from safe sex: It reinforces what I've heard from many a sceptical gay man: "Safe sex is limiting and boring."

The opening sequence shows us two guys in a gym in gym trunks pumping iron (what a novel idea). One hunky blonde begins to massage another hunky blonde doing bench presses. They change places, drop trunks, and pump each other off. No lips to lips; no lips to cock; no lips, period.

There has never been a case of AIDS transmitted via saliva. Though the virus has been isolated in oral secretions, this was from AIDS patients with oral lesions. If you or your partner have open sores, refrain from deep throat kissing. Oral sex prior to ejaculation poses little risk. If your partner is one of those who produces gobs of pre-cum, you may stimulate the shaft and underside of the glans with tongue. Should cum end up in your mouth, spit, and gargle with Listerine or 151 Ron Rico rum.

This first sequence and others throughout the video could have been greatly eroticized if the models had first appeared fully clothed and then proceeded to slowly strip each other.

There is no segment that demonstrates rectal interCourse with the use of condoms. If condoms are used correctly (see my article in

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the January Chronicle) one need not exclude this most pleasurable activity.

One of the final episodes shows Jamie Blue in a oneman show. He is truly a scholar in the use of sex toys. I'm certain that he uses Duracell long-life batteries in his vibrator. Dildos and the like can be a wonderful replacement when the real thing is not available or isn't covered with a condom. Toys can be incorporated into a session with à partner so long as they are cleaned before sharing. Most dildos are dishwashersafe. When in doubt, check the manufacturer's washing instructions. To my knowledge none requires dry cleaning.

Safe sex requires some behavior changes, to be sure. But our biggest sex organ is between our ears, not our legs. That means we all have at least eight inches with which to dream, scheme, act out, and eroticize the many sexual practices that are disease-transmission free. We gay people are a creative lot. So create...and enjoy.

By the way, I'm still looking for men to put together a 'Safe Sex Revue." People to be considered must be comfortable in front of a live audience. Minimal clothing will be worn. Dance and/or acting experience is helpful but not necessary. Strange hours and some travel can be expected. Top pay per performance. For more info, call 961-5806 between 9 a.m. and 4 o.m.

[Buck Harris, Gay Health Consultant with the Ohio Department of Health, is a frequent contributor to the Chronicle.]

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