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Parlee Beach, 2000
Hi and welcome to my profile. You can reach me at welink107@yahoo.com B April 8 1962 My Birth name is William . Usually go by Bill Grew up in Dartmouth.Today I live in Halifax. Employed at the QE2 Hospital.
In the past I have been involved with:
Dec 6, 05 Bill writes: I walked in many Pride Parades. If you look in PrideCelebrations. Back in 1992 I got involve with the Pride Committee. I think this was my first time volunteering. I had lots to learn. Getting out selling buttons and pins and tee shirts. Being a tall guy as I am I can be shy. This was a way to get out there and meet people and yet help out with our community. Anyway to make this short. The logo contest came about. I thought why not give it a try. Then the idea came with the Pink Maple Leaf with the triangle in the center. Celebrating Gay and lesbian Pride and being Canadian. The committee liked the idea. It became Pride Pin for 92.
November 28, 05 Bill writes: From time to time I call myself an Actor. If anyone is interesting in being or working as a Extra.( Background person in Films) Go Down to Filmworks on Barrington Street in Halifax. To find the office its located across from the Superstore. Also if you are interested in developing your skills as an actor Neptune Theater has programs. Its a lot of fun. If had work In various films.The Shipping News was my first xtra job. I was a bit shy. Seeing the movie you cant really see me. But I knew where I stood. I was part of a Wake Scene. Where a body of a man who was lost at sea persume dead was layed out in the next room with family and friends all standing around. Then all of a sudden the body wakes up spitting out water wakes up from a long sleep.and drives everyone crazy. I have also been involved with the Trudeau films 1 and 2. Even traveled to the land of Lex. Found myself as a Druid.
I think in the past and being an actor is how I got interested in MissKelly. When I dress up..I would Bring on the Characteristics. And let my imagination take over. Its more than just dressing up. Its acting the part and making it real. Thats what I learned from the Acting workshops an Neptune Theater. Making Characters real with real emotions. This can be said about everyday life. Developing Characters to fit our needs. Life is like a stage. Sometimes you never know what will come along. You pull together and fit into every scene. I recall FeliciaDq talking about going in and out of her boy mode. This may sound strange. If a person is born a man and yet its true the man could have been a woman. Maybe Im thinking to much. Then again to bring this topic into picture. Maybe its the Actor in me playing games with my imagination. I'm a man with an imagination that makes me wonder. Yet if I close my eyes bring on the female mode and view life as if I woman. Its an idea that I could have been a woman and yet Im a man. I know this sounds crazy.. I just wonder if others feel this way.
Lately when in leather I've explored creating a Butch side of life. Its true Im a big guy at 6 ft. Can look the part with my goatee. A friend asked me while having coffee at AmadeusCafe ..he asked how are you today and my response was..I'm lean and I'm mean and I'm here. lol. When played ball hockey with the guys at work I discovered I do have strength . I never was one to be physical and wouldnt hurt any one. If I tripped a guy while chasing the ball. I was more concern if the guy was ok. Also found out how the ball could leave its mark in areas shin pads , helmit and the good ol cup couldn't reach.
Im not sure if all this has to do with the actor in me or perhaps its part of the journey to become one with my being. There's lots of food for thought here.
Well here you go for another day. If you would like to go for coffee sometime. Send me an email. and talk up a storm. take care and bye for now. til another day. BillElliott
I gained interest hockey and even played ball hockey.It was really nice to hang out with the boys. The team in ball hockey were a mixture from other departments. They had no problems about me being gay. No one really talked about it though. Boys being Boys creating a good ol sweat. Ball Hockey on a Sunday night. One hockey buddy and friend from work came up to me and said he was surprised how good I was played . Playing this game was new to me. I learned to play the game and be a team player. Chase after that ball. Boy did I chase that ball .I even got physical and bumped into the guys and lol they did the same to me. Yes they were straight unless there were things I didnt know. Boy did they get upset when I manage to steal the ball away. Yeah I would corner players from the opposite team, work my stick like a player would and lol steal the ball away. One guy who was built like a brick shit house said out loud. " fuck!!! (Excuse my language) he stole my ball!!!"and came after me and he was so mad he knocked my hockey stick out of my hands. I tripped a guy once and at work he gave me a name "Bill The Bully" lol and then the next game the same guy and co-worker tried to trip me and ended breaking his stick between my legs..(had shinpads on)lol. Those time were fun.
As you can see I enjoy writing. In the past I have written letters to the Chronicle Herald from RoseanneSkoke, to a coming out letter showing Halifax I am proud of being gay. I came on to the scene in the mid 80s. Its been a long time. The 80s were difficult and a challenge . And yet at the same time had lots of fun opening up the closet door and stepping out. Thinking about those days especially coming out and getting my feet planted on the ground took courage and strength. :)
An invitation came about to sit amongst a group known as SparrowSupportGroup?. Sparrow had lots of gay men and women . We all sat in a circle in the room . For the first time I realized I wasn't alone. We talked of the Scripture in the Bible and how it related to our lives. There were guitars playing and lots of singing. At the end of the evening there were always hugs and well wishes. That's how that kiss came about. A fellow with nice wavy hair came up to me and pressed his sweet lips against mine. Wow!!Woof!!lol What a way to start out. I don't know what I would have done without Sparrow. I had been living at home then not yet on my own. Today I don't think I would change a thing. Can't change the past. Just learn from it. Keep asking questions. Think whats right for you. Don't be afraid of being yourself. I know coming out is a challenge. I remember from my own past. Times were good.. and times there are tears. If there is an opportunity go for it and free yourself. And get out there and enjoy life.
Take care, Bill
August 27, 05
Its been nearly 20 yrs since I came out and on to the scene. I remember going to Rumours for the first time and then on the ol dance floor worked up a sweat and move along with the beat. Today I still go out once in a while. Love MenzBar. In the old days I got into dressing up. Brought out the woman in me. And MissKelly was born.. Don't have pics of those days. Some use to call me ..Miss Marmastein.. from a show I did . Its an old Babs tune she sings Why is it always Miss Marmastein... Why not Honey dear or Sweety pie..or for fun you can call me Miss Miss Marmastein...or Maramelaid .Thats what MissVicki says whenever I see her.. These days I'm exploring another side in leather. Like the feel when I slide the leather pants on .. then strap on the chest harness.. along with the vest. After getting snuggled in leather its time to lase up the old boots and out for a stroll I go. Makes me feel like a cool dude.Then head to MenzBar and have a beer ot two with the boys. The tattoos Just over a year or so I had two tattoos done.. one on each arm.. The one on left..Is a flash of blue lightening.. On the right arm shows and hand holding a sword..with Fortiter te recte showing of strength..
Kirk here. no big deal
Hi Kirk.. This is Bill here..That's a good topic about the tattoos..
Did you ever heard the story about a guy who had a fabulous time crossing Canada one summer..? Well it's true... he went to province to province and got Tattoos all over his body.. before he hit the Maritimes..he bent over in Quebec and Quebec separated....
Since I turned forty..I rediscovered myself . I'm still amazed all the fun I am having.From dipping into leather for instance..and then the tattoos. The blue lightening on my left shoulder symbols the fire within.. The Fire that keeps me daring.. The other tattoo on my right shows a sword in hand..is my latest one. Its shows a fighter in me and I don't give up that easy. From the past experiences taught me..1. Im not alone.and yes I have a voice 2 It's cool to be gay..
There you go for another day.. Take care bye for now Bill
Sept 19,05
Hello gain.,
On July 25, 1996. My first letter to the "Voice of the People" In Chronical Herold newspaper was published. You see this all began when I read a letter Herold on July 8th someone had written " Blind Society" Saying Gays and lesbians were living in a blind society. Back the I had trouble expressing myself .I don't know why. Words came out twisted..What I had in mind didn't come out right when I spoke and left me flustered. After reading that letter " Blind Society " It made me angry. Inside I felt I needed to do something. This is what I wrote to bring me out of my shell. This is how the letter was printed.
Dear Editor; The letter "Blind Society" from July 8,1996 indicated that gays and lesbians are living in a blind society as a result of who we choose to love. A few years ago I can recall being "blinded". It was the blindness of being closeted. It was the oppression put upon me and the fears of not being accepted truly kept the sun from shining through. Until one day I had enough of living this way. The only way I could be myself was to actually open a few windows and eventually open my door. I cleared out all the stale air and replaced it with a new. I'm proud of being who I am today. I'm proud of being able to love a special friend. If a person thinks another is living blindly in a way of loving another humin being, Don't you think it's about time to open a few windows and doors and accept people the way they are? BillElliott of Halifax
On August 5, 1996 This response was printed in the "Voice of the People" in the Chronical Herold.
Dear Editor;
I would like to respond to Bill Elliott's courages letter " No longer Blind. July 25" It is an act of great courage to speak out openly and honesty about his sexual orientation. I am also proud of Mr Elliott's willingness to share with Nova Scotians his pain and his joy of having his closet door wide open so we can meet this brave man and get to know and understand what life is like here in Nova Scotia for gay citizens. Nancy Cassandra B Wasthalt, Chiticamp.
Oct 11,05
I deleted the Spanking Story in MissKelly's section. It was funny at the time. But not to long ago I spoke to my brother about this site. He clicked on to see what his brother wrote about. When he came to MissKelly he didnt find it funny at all and that spanking story was to much for him. I have never talked to him about those days of dressing up. Until now. He's ok with me being gay. Sometimes I would like to talk about how I feel. Experience of feeling the woman in me. Its not sexual.This is just the way I am. Sometimes if I close my eyes. At times can bring out the Characteristic. Sometimes feel like a woman and yet here I am a Man. I know this sounds confusing. Feel Im living in both worlds. Those days of dressing up are long gone. Im comfortable living as a man. I communicate better with my female co worker. Its true I feel like I have more in common with them. Yet Im ok with the guys at work. Ifs fun being one of the guys. I hope I didnt put off anyone .Hope you can understand me.
The spanking story upset your brother and you deleted it. Is your brother that delicate? Poor thing. Deal with it. Don't live your life to please other people. If it's a part of you, then it's a part of you. People have to take you as you are.
The spanking thing happen a long time ago.This was back in the early 90s when I began doing drag. It happened and close friends of mine still laugh about it. Anyway this is something of my past still remains the past as I have no interest in it. This is why I deleted it. I don't live just to please other. I'm here to help , listen and learn . Its good to understand others and make them feel at home here. My own family it took some time. My mother is set in her ways and yet she loves me. With my brother it has taken time he knows Im gay and is ok with it.Its like a blooming rose. As delicate like a rose as it is yet in time it grows. This is the same with healing. Im here to keep the peace. And at the same time being proud of being the way I am.
a friend, that's right Bill don't live you life to please others, If your brother was upset, tell him to get over it. I tried to live my life to please others and the more I tried it, but it just seem not to work. So now I live my life for me, You can't please everyone but you can please yourself.
That's so true my friend. That sounds like a song I heard once before. Do you remember Anne Of Green Gables? lol. Instead could be MissKelly singing " Gee I'm Glad I'm No One Else but Me..." Tee Hee hee with an old floppy hat with flowers around the brim.. and then swing an old bag this way and that. Or even better with a little wack.lol LOL But that's true whatever you do you have to be true to yourself. Thats what happened to me 20yrs ago when I first ventured out to Sparrow a support group in the mid 80s. I remember my dad telling me that I was stubborn and didn't want me to go but I went anyway. Yeah they knew and yes I had to take major steps to get on my life.. and bam thank you Ma'me here I am.
There you go for another day. bye for now, Bill Kirk here, I always enjoy your stories.
You are something else Miss Marmastein..( somebody writes ) ArtBerry writes. Bill it's always nice to run into you, No mattter where it is, you always have a smile
Sept 20/06 Bill Writes.. Hello to all haven't written here in a while. Hope all had a great Summer. I've been keeping active. Working but managed to get away to Parlee Beach in July. While at the beach my mother commented saying that i sure blend in with the crowd with my tattoos. lol I didnt go in the Pride Parade like the other years. Enjoyed watch it very much. It fills with with pride. Anyway Take care.. will write again..Bye for now, Bill
Hi from Bill., Its been a while since my last entry. Im doing ok. Got a new tattoo.. Just adding to an old one to make it look even better. may show it here . Anyway take care . Bye for now, Bill
Hi from Bill., Hope all is well. Soon Im going to up date this page. Im learning to speak french.. Right from scratch. Never took it in school.. so this is a new thing for me. I go to Shediac in the summer. Being a french community I think its time to learn .. Bye for now..Bill
Hi Again., At the moment Im taking a french course At the Fluer De Ly French Language school in Dartmouth. This is my first time learning..Never took it in school. Im courious to see if there are people in our community who get to gether and speak french. I think what would help me to learn is to be in a group. Write me asnd let me know.. Bye for now, Bill