MANHUNT Daily

Random Question: Can True Love Be Found Online?

Lately, I've been meeting several gay couples who claim they met "online". In my head, this loosely translates to them meeting on Manhunt, fooling around and suddenly realizing that they have a lot in common. Hell, that's how I started dating half of my boyfriends, and I'm pretty certain it's how I'll meet my husband.

On the other hand, it's quite different to meet someone in person and see where things go. What about relationships that begin solely online, in a situation where distance prevents the two individuals from meeting? I've heard tales of folks who have chatted for two months, fallen deeply in love and relocated to be with one another. It worked out for some people, not so much for others.

But let's not beat around the bush anymore, because we've got a big question to answer. Can true love be found online? Have you or anyone you know found love on the internet?

- Dewitt

Random Question: Do You Believe In Monogamy?

Can gay men (or any men for that matter) successfully practice monogamy? I've argued with plenty of folks on this matter, and they suggested that the concept of having one partner is "puritanical". From their point of view, it's natural for men to cheat, so why set yourself up for disappointment? They also debated that love and sex are two separate things, and you can devote yourself to someone romantically while still having no-strings-attached fun on the side. 

Now I'm not implying that this model could work for some people. If you're in a perfectly functional open relationship, more power to you! But for someone to imply that monogamy won't work for me just because it doesn't work for them? I'm not buying it. How about you?

- Dewitt

Random Question: Best (Or Hottest) Halloween Costume?

Halloween may be over, but that doesn't mean we have to stop talking about it! While we were out and about this weekend, we encountered a slew of expected characters--Michael Jacksons, Jokers, Lady Gagas and sexy fill-in-the-blanks. Among them, there were a few clever folks that stood out. I mean, I had to give major props to the couple who dressed up as Judith and Ira from Where The Wild Things Are. And on the other side of the fence, I tried to give major gropes to a scantily-clad (and very drunk) Pauly Shore.

So what was the best costume that you came across? The hottest? And while we're asking questions, let's take it to another level. What would be the most inappropriate or hilarious slutty costume? The best I could come up with was "Slutty Bea Arthur". I'm sure you guys can think of something better than that!

- Dewitt

Random Question: Is It Necessary To Shave Your Asshole?

If you search on YouTube for "gay sex tips", the number one video comes from an arrogant prick named Ralph. He offers four suggestions--clean your ass, don't have sex in cars, don't pee before sex and shave your hole if you're going to get rimmed. Rather than debate whether he's right about the first three, let's focus on that last one.

Is it necessary for guys to shave their assholes? Ralph isn't the only one who thinks so. I've encountered a handful of men who insist that hairy holes are absolutely sinful. Quite often, they can't seem to grasp why anyone would want to go on a "jungle" exploration. It's as if the other folks who are "into that" failed to read an imperative chapter in the gay sex handbook.

Though it may sound like I'm playing for the pro-fur team, that's not necessarily the case. I couldn't care less whether your asshole is silky smooth or extremely hairy. If an ass is clean and attached to a hot man, I'll gladly stick my tongue (or dick) in it. How about you?

- Dewitt

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Random Question: What Are You Being For Halloween?

Have you decided what you're being for Halloween yet? Believe it or not, you have less than two weeks to come up with something good! There's so much to decide that I can't even take it. Okay, so there's really only one thing to decide--whether you're going to dress like a total slut or actually go the scary route.

I went all out last year, so I think I'm going to stick with a reliable gay standard. If you happen to run into a horny construction worker on your night out, It may or may not be me. And if you buy that horny construction worker a drink or two, he might just show you what's under his tool belt. 

- Dewitt

Random Question: When Did You Come Out?

Yesterday was National Coming Out Day, and we thought we'd ask you about your experiences to (belatedly) celebrate the occasion. So what age did you come out of the closet? It seems like kids these days are coming out younger than ever. Before you know it, babies will be popping out of the womb and proclaiming their love for the same sex.

Okay, so maybe that's a stretch. If you're not out at this current point in time, what's stopping you from making that step? Do you even want to be out? We understand that this process isn't easy for everyone, and some don't even want to be a part of it. We just want to hear your story, no matter what it is!

- Dewitt

Random Question: What's The Gay Male Equivalent Of A Cougar?

Cougars. I'm not talking about the feline variety. These older women, considered to be in their sexual prime, seek sexual and romantic relationships with younger men (who also happen to be in their sexual prime). The label was previously used in a semi-derogatory fashion, mocking these ladies for preying upon their boy toys. 

Then it seemed like it happened overnight--cougars suddenly became the cat's pajamas. More accurately, they became the cat's lace and leather lingerie. No one would look twice if a powerful, mature woman took in an inexperienced suitor. Reality shows were based on the concept. And these woman roamed freely, catching their prey and devouring them whole. The word "cougar" was reclaimed as sexy, almost something to be proud of.

So why are they having all the fun? It seems like there's absolutely no flattering way to refer to an older gay male who prefers younger partners. In fact, most labels for this practice are particularly unfavorable. I mean, how often have you seen the word "troll" floating around MANHUNT?

On the flip side, there's the word "daddy". I've always been conflicted on this one. Yes, there are plenty of self-proclaimed daddies out there, and I feel perfectly okay using the term (mostly due to lack of better words). But isn't there something weird about the incestuous slant to it? When I'm with an older man, I don't want to think that he's old enough to be my father. Frankly, I don't want to think about my father at all. Can we please create a new word? Maybe it can involve cats.

-Dewitt

Photo credit: Jake Cruise

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Random Question: Do You Have A Post-Sex Ritual?

Almost every college student has their own unique procrastination method. Some will spend hours on Facebook when they should be writing a paper. Others might stay up late chatting when they know they have a lecture-based class at nine in the morning. But how did I procrastinate in my scholarly days? MANHUNT.

With a raging boner stirring in my pants, I found it extremely difficult to concentrate. There were times when I'd stay up until 3 AM looking for some ass, venture out to fuck that ass and return to pull an all-nighter.

You can call that a bad habit, but it never got in the way of getting good grades. It did, however, provide a gateway to another bad habit--postcoital cravings. No matter how late it was, I couldn't resist driving to the twenty-four hour McDonald's to devour a Chicken Selects value meal. Out of shame, I'd scarf down this entire fast food disaster in the parking lot. No one ever knew about this ritual. And I made sure it stayed that way.

So how about you? Do you have any weird post-sex rituals? And no, they don't have to involve cheeseburgers.

- Dewitt

Photo credit: Exterface

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Random Question: Is It Okay To Sleep With Straight Married Men?

Time for a confession! I've slept with more married men than I can count on my two hands. Though I'm fully aware that I'm taking part in a potentially hurtful activity, I just can't convince myself that I'm doing anything wrong. After all, they were the ones who propositioned me. They were the ones who asked me to fuck them. And they were the ones who asked me to do it while their wife was working late. They're the ones cheating. If they're not sucking my cock, they'll find another cock to suck. Why let someone else have all the fun?

Now I fully understand that this is hypothetically "wrong", but it feels so damn right. Every straight married man I've slept with has had a ravenous appetite for cock. And it's not because they're total cum-whores; it's because they're not getting it at home. The repression of others has done wonders for me!

So to answer my own question--is it okay to sleep with straight married men? Probably not. Does that mean I'll stop sleeping with straight married men? Probably not. How about you?

- Dewitt

Random Question: Who Are Your Gay Icons?

Judy Garland. Bea Arthur. Cher. Britney Spears? These are just some of the names that might be heard when the phrase "gay icon" comes into play. Oftentimes, the label can become controversial, prompting us to ask "What exactly has this person done to make us put them on a pedestal?" And then there are the cases where the placement makes complete sense (at least to some of us).

So who do you consider to be a gay icon? Though the images above may be misleading, take into account that you don't have to be female to fit the requirements, as is the case with Heath Ledger or George Takei. And I'm anticipating a generational divide on this one, so let's respect one another and the places we're coming from!

- Dewitt