One of our newer members, Sir Badge found the Leather community and NLA-Dallas after moving to DFW in 2019. Though his kink journey began 15+ years ago, his first Leather experience was at the Underground Cigar Social, which would become his gateway to a path forged by many before him. Conversations about the kink lifestyle quickly morphed into a Q&A about the Leather community and the Leather journey. Intensely curious about all the personal histories being shared, he began to realize what had been missing for him. His Leather journey commenced as he connected to everyone and a sense of “home” washed over him. The needed support and educational resources lacking in his previous stomping grounds were laid right there before him.
As a Leatherman, he bolsters a commonly held norm that Leather is more than what you see on the outside; it’s a way of life, a state of being. “Being a Leatherman is holding myself to a higher standard, being able to walk the walk. It’s making every effort to be the best version of myself while encouraging others to do the same,” shares Sir Badge. He believes NLA-Dallas feels like home because of shared camaraderie among fellow members. Their friendliness, open mindedness and acceptance embolden him with confidence, knowing that when he stumbles, more than a few will lift him up and guide him back to his chosen path. He sees membership growth as an opportunity to positively impact the local community, both in and out of kink, and become a resource to newer community members.
Sir Badge enjoys leatherworking – making wallets, and small implements – with a plan to branch out by making masks, cuffs, and harnesses. As a hot rodder and grease monkey, his soul settles when getting his hands dirty working on cars and motorcycles. A newly embraced passion for sharing a cigar with friends has become an enjoyable way to relax. Among his kinky passions is playing with energy, feeding off being “right up in the space” of his play partner. Although he typically prefers hands-on play, whips come in a pretty close second; and bare skin under his knives and claws makes his sadistic heart happy!