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Even though my blog primarily focuses on movies, I sometimes like to talk about other things of a serious nature. So today, I’m talking to all the male followers of my blog about testicular cancer. I feel that every guy out there should check themselves daily just to see if there is any difference in their testicles. I had a scare a few years back that thankfully wasn’t anything too serious, but ever since I’ve been sure to check for any lumps and bumps. It’s better being safe than sorry in my book. So all you guys out there, please check for any changes in your balls and even if it turns out to be nothing, visit your doctor just to be certain. It’s a simple task that may just save your life. I’m glad that I went to the doctor all those years ago as it made me more vigilant. The way I see it, be clever like these guys below who protect their middle stump and support men checking regularly. For those who don’t know who these guys are, they are English cricketers who posed for this photo to raise awareness of testicular cancer.
beetleypete said:
Consider mine checked mate!
(Luckily I was still wearing a dressing gown, so it was an easy fumble…)
Good call mate. This is an overlooked subject by guys more interested in hearing in the sound of them slapping against bum cheeks.
Cheers, Pete.
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vinnieh said:
Good to see you checked Pete. I think it’s so important to keep a look out for even the slightest change.
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beetleypete said:
Jokes aside mate, everyone should look for any pinkish traces of blood when they crack one off too.
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vinnieh said:
Also very true Pete.
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Harmen said:
Very good your mentioning this. A lot of men forget. A good buddy of mine that had cancer and made #TesticularTuesday on Twitter made me aware of this because I aswell didn’t check them. Now I do
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vinnieh said:
I think it’s so important to just check yourself. I do it whenever I can.
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Harmen said:
I also check my girlfriends breasts for lumps. I’ve lost to many people to cancer to just ignore it
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vinnieh said:
That’s very good of you to do. I think everyone, man or woman, should just take a few minutes and examine themselves to see if there are any differences.
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Harmen said:
Very true
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emmakwall said:
Well said!
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vinnieh said:
After I had that scare, I made sure that I examined myself regularly.
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Urspo said:
I enjoy your non-movie entries (for I seldom watch movies). I would add to your sensible advice the following: after a man checks his testicles for lumps etc. he then tweak his nipples for a similar inspection for male breast cancer is rare but easily discovered (more readily than in a woman).
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vinnieh said:
Thanks for contributing that piece of advice. I hadn’t even thought about that so I’m grateful for you bringing it to my attention.
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sonofabeach96 said:
Good advice!
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vinnieh said:
One simple thing could save your life.
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sonofabeach96 said:
So true. Just as vital as breast exams are for women.
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vinnieh said:
Both are very important. I do hope I see the day when there is a cure for cancer.
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sonofabeach96 said:
Shoot, that’d be terrific.
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vinnieh said:
With all the research, it’s only a matter of time.
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sonofabeach96 said:
I sure hope you’re right.
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vinnieh said:
Me too. I thought it was good to do a post like this to raise awareness.
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sonofabeach96 said:
It’s something that should be mentioned more frequently. Guys are bad about taking care of ourselves. This is a great preventative/early detection task.
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vinnieh said:
I think some guys can be embarrassed about going to to the doctor and getting examined. But I look at it as, a doctor has seen the human body before and is there to help.
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sonofabeach96 said:
It’s just a body. We all have one. 😃
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vinnieh said:
That’s the way I see it. A doctor isn’t going to sit there and judge you, they will help.
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By Hook Or By Book ~ Book Reviews, News, & Other Stuff said:
Great advice Vinnie!
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vinnieh said:
I think it should be a priority to check yourself daily.
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fragglerocking said:
Good post V-man.
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vinnieh said:
I wanted to highlight something important on my blog.
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thoughtsallsorts said:
Good one. I think us ladies tend to be more open about our boobs and check more often. Guys, don’t try to be a “man” by not checking but rather by checking. Remember, the doc has seen so many boy-bits that there’s no need to be embarrassed. If you catch a problem early there’s a greater chance something can be done.
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vinnieh said:
When I had my scare years ago, I was somewhat nervous to show the doctor. But then I thought, the doctor has seen every part of the anatomy so it’s no big deal. Thankfully for me it was something else, but I’m glad I checked out.
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michael9murray said:
Aren’t people weird with no clothes on – as though they have a layer of pelt missing! Skinned cats?
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vinnieh said:
I think many people feel liberated when naked.
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michael9murray said:
Sometimes. I remember…. (ahem). Like all things: moderation, to keep the frisson.
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vinnieh said:
I like your attitude.
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MeRaw said:
Checking testicles is so very important.
Raising awareness is paramount, especially within the group of young men who have special needs, for whom communication and understanding is difficult.
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vinnieh said:
Oh most definitely true. For any man it is paramount. Hopefully men with special needs get the necessary support with it too. It’s important for all men.
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Eddie@Jaccendo said:
Very good advice, it’s important to spread the word.
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vinnieh said:
If I at least make one person take notice, I’ve done my job.
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HusbandAndHusband said:
I’m so glad you talk about serious stuff too. This is so important. My dad had two types of cancer over 10 years and both came out of nowhere. Great post!
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vinnieh said:
I thought it was an important topic to talk about. Sorry to hear about your dad, cancer is such a horrible disease.
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HusbandAndHusband said:
Thank you, but he’s all good now.
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vinnieh said:
I’m happy to hear that he’s good.
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Jay said:
I check mine daily. They’re attached to my husband and I’m pretty fond of him. Most days.
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vinnieh said:
Well it’s good to know that you keep a look out for your husband.
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Van Rockingham said:
Alistair Cook really does have a weird face. It is almost mesmerising.
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vinnieh said:
Please elaborate, why do you think he has a weird face?
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Van Rockingham said:
I don’t know. I guess it is the weird grin or the size of his hair in comparison to his head?
James Anderson has a smirk, Stuart Broad looks dopey as ever and looks like Mimi-Siku.
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vinnieh said:
I reckon it must have been a bit nerve-wracking getting their kit off for this, but it was for a good cause so that’s what matters.
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Van Rockingham said:
True
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vinnieh said:
Then again, I think after a while they’d probably get used to it. Being naked can sometimes be liberating. And as it is for awareness I think it’s good. I wanted to bring the topic to people’s attention.
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vinnieh said:
Thanks for checking this post out.
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Bluebird4UDaily said:
This is a very important issue and Bravo for you posting a reminder for the male population… Wife’s can help out too …. wink….
Take care, Laura
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vinnieh said:
I thought it was good to highlight an important thing that sometimes other guys overlook. And most definitely on wives helping out. We can all play a part.
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Rincewind said:
All balls checked..
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vinnieh said:
It’s fantastic to hear that.
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paintdigi said:
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vinnieh said:
Your blog is quite marvellous.
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paintdigi said:
Thanks , you welcome
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vinnieh said:
And thanks for looking at my blog.
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Richard said:
Great advice, and so easy to check, especially when in the shower/bath. 🙂
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vinnieh said:
Exactly, one simple check can go a long way.
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keepsmealive said:
Don’t be nuts. Check yer nuts!
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vinnieh said:
An excellent motto.
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Cici said:
This is good advice. A lot of people don’t even know that this is a type of cancer.
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vinnieh said:
I find it is best to be vigilant with this sort of thing. Better being safe than sorry.
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Jordan Dodd said:
Gotta admit this is something I’ve never thought about. I guess now moving into my 30’s it might be a good idea!!
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vinnieh said:
Just a little check could really help man.
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Jordan Dodd said:
I’ll keep that in mind when I shower tonight mate. Great post, like I said its something I have never really thought about
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vinnieh said:
I wanted to raise awareness of the topic because it is a serious issue. Good on the cricketers for shedding their clothes for a good cause.
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Jordan Dodd said:
Indeed, it can’t have been easy doing that! But for a good cause, good on ’em. And you successfully raised awareness – at least for me. Not something that has ever entered my head… but it can’t hurt to remember to check every now and then.
How old are you? I just turned 30, I think 30-40 is the most common period to get it. I think? I maybe thinking about a different type of cancer tho… hmm
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vinnieh said:
I’m in my early 20’s. I think it’s good to be vigilant at whatever age.
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Rebecca Dawn said:
I am glad to hear you didn’t find anything serious.
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vinnieh said:
I was glad too, I can still remember how terrified I was.
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Rebecca Dawn said:
I can’t even imagine😞
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vinnieh said:
At least the problem I had was quickly sorted.
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Rebecca Dawn said:
Thankfully. I think it all has to with diagnosis, a good doctor being smart with symptoms and the human body.
Hopefully Not as many tests to go through as women perhaps. 😵
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vinnieh said:
I had something called a hydrocele, which caused one of my balls to fill with water and swell. Thankfully, the operation was successful and things were all sorted.
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Rebecca Dawn said:
Ouch! Oh that would have been painful
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vinnieh said:
It was uncomfortable but not really painful.
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vinnieh said:
Protecting my middle stump is of great importance.
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Rebecca Dawn said:
Can’t disappoint the ladies
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vinnieh said:
Oh most certainly. Speaking of that, what did you think of that photo?
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Rebecca Dawn said:
Well it would have been better with out the bats 😉 but that’s my dirty mind being ridiculous!
I liked it indeed!
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vinnieh said:
Oh naughty Rebecca. I commend them for doing it. I would strip off to raise awareness.
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Rebecca Dawn said:
That would be brave and generous of you to raise awareness.
Hey I am commending them. And I’m appreciating them at the same time. With my eyes. 😇
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vinnieh said:
If someone asked me, I would go nude. You can commend and appreciate at the same time. Along with this. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=S-rbl5ANCFE
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Rebecca Dawn said:
Very nice and indeed!😉
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vinnieh said:
Did you like the video?
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Rebecca Dawn said:
Yes I did. Thank you for showing me the link.
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vinnieh said:
They all looked like they enjoyed themselves.
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Meg Sorick said:
Excellent post. I clicked through and watched the video link you left for one of your commenters. Handsome guys, vital message. I’m sorry you had a scare, but glad it wasn’t serious. Still, what an ordeal for you.
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vinnieh said:
Yeah I was terrified when I saw an irregularity in my ball. But I decided to see the doctor at the urging of my parents and I’m happy I did. These guys put a good message across. The video showed how they had fun but we’re putting out a serious message. Best to protect your middle stump.
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Meg Sorick said:
Yes indeed! I completely agree, and not for completely unselfish reasons! 😉
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vinnieh said:
It’s a simple check that could save your life. If someone asked me I’d pose naked for awareness.
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Meg Sorick said:
And we would be very appropriative!
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vinnieh said:
Thanks for the support.
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vinnieh said:
Who knows, I may do a post of me posing in the future.
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Meg Sorick said:
I meant appreciative before! Good Lordy! Not appropriative. What does that even mean?!?
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vinnieh said:
I knew what you meant Meg. What would you think if I stripped to my birthday suit and posed for pictures for a campaign?
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Meg Sorick said:
Vinnie, if you are asking me if I think you getting naked for a good cause is a good thing, then absolutely I do… Is that what you’re asking me?
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vinnieh said:
Yes that was what I was asking Meg.
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Meg Sorick said:
Then do it! If the opportunity arises, go for it!
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vinnieh said:
I assure you I will. Got to protect my middle stump.
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Meg Sorick said:
Most definitely! 😉
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vinnieh said:
Good to know you checked the video out too. That was where I heard the expression protect your middle stump.
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Meg Sorick said:
I’m not super familiar with English cricket players but it’s a good message. Hopefully, the kind of thing that will inspire other sports figures to get involved with. Like those guys have any problem with body image…
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vinnieh said:
I think all guys should just check themselves regularly.
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Meg Sorick said:
I agree, just like girls do with their tatas
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vinnieh said:
Exactly.
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jennypugh said:
A great post and a very important subject. Life is so busy that remembering to check yourself for differences isn’t something that’s high on many people’s agendas. Thank you for highlighting this Vinnie 🙂
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vinnieh said:
I felt it right to do something like this. Everyone should check themselves, but I feel sometimes us guys have a habit of forgetting. And those cricketers have been popular with the readers.
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jennypugh said:
It’s true; sometimes people need a reminder about these things and you never know how many people you might have helped with your post.
I love it when the internet is a force for positivity, too many times you get the narrative that the internet is responsible for all of the ills of the world shoved down your throat, and it’s just not true.
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vinnieh said:
If I help someone, that makes me feel good. And as you said, the Internet can be a place of good when used correctly. It’s usually a minority of people that ruin it for everyone else.
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jennypugh said:
I think you help people more than you realise.
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vinnieh said:
I like to think I can help by doing the best I can.
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jennypugh said:
Your blog is amazing, it’s one of my favourites. Now that I’m not producing the magazine, I will have time to actually read your posts, which pleases me 🙂
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vinnieh said:
You don’t know how much that comment means to me.
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jennypugh said:
Well, I believe in credit where credit’s due and your blog is amazing; it’s engaging, varied, interesting and you can tell that I’m not the only one who thinks that by the amount of comments you receive on each post.
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vinnieh said:
You are very sweet Jenny.
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vinnieh said:
What do you think of the picture I used?
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jennypugh said:
Of the cricketers? I thought it was a good idea, much like those naked calendars you can get that support cancer charities 🙂
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vinnieh said:
If you look through the comment section, I did post a video that looked behind the scenes of the shoot.
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jennypugh said:
Ooh, thanks I will take a look 🙂
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vinnieh said:
Enjoy.
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exoticnita54 said:
Love ❤️ these balls
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vinnieh said:
Well it must be said they are handsome guys. I would totally pose like that to raise awareness.
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Jason Luna said:
I’ll bet you’re handsome too. 😉
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vinnieh said:
I don’t know about that.
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Jason Luna said:
#my_existence You’re blazing hot. You’re FIRE Vin. Like this > 🔥
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vinnieh said:
Well I am very thankful for that compliment Jason.
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Jason Luna said:
No need to thank, man. We’re friends- are we?
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vinnieh said:
Of course we are friends. And if you want to know what I look like, https://vinnieh.wordpress.com/about-me/
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Jason Luna said:
Honestly, I really liked your “non-movie-related” posts. I haven’t been checking myself recently as well, and this made me quite conscious. I’ve read that it’s more common now for men to get cancer because of the products that we consume. The photo’s really disturbing, haha. I always crack up whenever I visit you.
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vinnieh said:
I think it is wise to check when in the shower or just when you get the chance. Disturbing you say? They’re protecting their middle stumps!
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Jason Luna said:
They’re 3-5 inches away to revealing the ancient treasures of the world. Haha! Either way, it’s cool. I can never do that.
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vinnieh said:
Haha, that really made me laugh. If someone asked me to do it for charity, I think I would.
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Jason Luna said:
Oh, I’ll do that for charity, /meh/ HAHA!
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vinnieh said:
This other post that I did to address something similar has video footage from that photo shoot. https://vinnieh.wordpress.com/2016/09/19/i-hope-everyone-is-still-checking/
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Purpleanais said:
I don’t have any of those to check but if I did, your post would have convinced me 😉
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vinnieh said:
I’m glad to hear it. Too many guys don’t and they really should.
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jamiedixon2015 said:
Thanks for directing me to this, so important. Glad to hear your experience was only a scare x
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vinnieh said:
Yes it was something else, but it made me very aware.
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