The Archangel Gabriel

Presenting the Archangel Gabriel.

Gabriel(God is my strength)One of the two highest ranking angels. He is the angel of mercy, annunciation, dreams, aspirations, bringer of news, maker of changes, resurrection, vengeance, death and revelation. He presides over paradise and is the ruling angel of the first heaven. This archangel is a primary messenger of God, bringing divine announcements and revelations to humankind, acting as an intermediary between heaven and earth and helping us to interpret our dreams and our visions. Gabriel grants wishes and hopes to mortals, as well as joy, mercy, understanding of mysteries, truth, justice, miracles and love. Angel of January. In ancient Persian lore the angel Bahman. Essene prayer: "Gabriel, Angel of Life, enter my limbs and give strength to my whole body".

I Am What I Am

I am what I am, love me or hate me.
Take me as I am, do not contain me. I will free myself and never catch me.
I am my own person, do not attempt to change me.
I will change if I find it the right thing to do.
I like things the way it is, but am not uptight for sudden changes.
I will never agree with something against my point of view. But I will give way to yours.
If I fall for you, I really fell for you. I will stay by you until you tell me go.
I have my life you have yours, I will never interfere with your dreams.
You got to live it and go for it. I will support you. But it would be nice to build our lives together.
I will love you for all that you are and expect you to do the same.
I believe in what goes around, comes around.
Be kind, be sweet, be thoughtful. Surprise me. I love it.
I love my family, I will love yours if you love mine.
I love my friends, respect them and I'll befriend yours.
Don't tell me what to do, I know what is right and what is wrong. Unless I misjudged what I am doing.
Just be who you are and we'll take it from there. Likewise.

Memories In Hong Kong

The name "Hong Kong", literally meaning "fragrant harbour", is derived from the area around present-day Aberdeen and Wong Chuk Hang on Hong Kong Island, where fragrant trees were once abundant and widely exported.

Hmmm. When I was there I hardly found any fragrant trees along the harbour...the parks maybe.

Hong Kong. How can I forget. I first country I ever put my feet on to. It will forever be in my heart.
I love the country. I can live there. I pray that one day I will.
Here I am waiting for my flight back home amidst the photoshoptouched orchids, hehehe (they're supposedly white).
Anyway, I found myself at home in Hong Kong, (maybe because of my Chinese ancestry). I love the fast paced life, every morning I saw people hurrying up to catch the train, never walking, always almost running.
The food, oh the food, how can I forget. I love eating those dimsums along the Night Market to my heart's desire.
I love the parks, I love the old places...the Giant Buddha atop a mountain, the Sea Lions and the Giant Aquarium at Ocean Park, and the cuddly pandas.
I love the bus rides, I like the trip to the Kowloon side to watch the dancing lights at night at the other side, of the bay..
Went to Victoria's Peak and viewed the whole island amidst the cold cold wind.
Then there was the visit to Disneyland where I relived my childhood.
I want to go back to Hong Kong. I kinda miss Hong Kong. Come to think of it, I missed the person who brought me there...Fil.

Angel And A Saint

I lied down in a quiet place. A secret garden within my heart.
Where soft breeze blew and makes the rustling of the leaves.
In this solitude of a place I will call on my Angel to come by my side. He came.
His gentle flapping wings, of white as snow, silent yet strong startled the dried leaves on the ground.
Barefooted, he came to me.

On a deep green grass where I lay under a sturdy tree. He knelt before me, and touched my face and whispered to me. "Here I am, as you called me." Gently, I opened my eyes and just smiled.
"Everything will be alright, everything will be fine. It is planned. It will happen. Do not fret and do not worry."
My heart was overwhelmed. A deep feeling of peace and serenity followed. I cried. I put my hands over my face, while my Angel hovered over me. He smiled and sat over my head, lifting it and placing it on his lap.
He wiped my tears with his hand, as gently as an Angel can do. "Don't cry, I'll always be near."
Then there is peace again. "Forget about the pain, forget about the longing."
"Sleep, dream on...dream of good things."
"Stay with me," I said.
"I will."
He leaned close to my face and kissed me. I was warm, it was sweet, it was fleeting.
I closed my eyes once again and for the first time, there is no pain.
Only bliss, only pure joy, only love.

In my dream I heared a song, my Angel sang as I sleep.
It carried me to ecstasy, it filled me with joy.

A saint I must be, both pain and joy embraced me.
I suffered and I endured, I go on. But no more pain now, my Angel made sure.
He still sang of a song only my heart understood.
My heart understands. I smiled again and felt another fleeting kiss.

Just The Way It Is

Maybe it is not yet time, or maybe we were not destined to be together forever.
Maybe this is just a chance to grow, to learn something new, to feel a bit better.
Or maybe just a passing thing.

Sometimes its just hard.

Maybe I should cherish each moment, each passion, each sweet kiss.
Maybe I should hold the memory in my mind each wedded bliss.
Or just let things be.

At times, its hard.

Maybe I love you already, or maybe not, I'm not sure just yet.
Maybe being with you just makes me happy, (you bet!)
I always look forward for the times.

And its getting hard.

But I know, I know, I do know, I will take one day at a time, who knows?
It will happen, when you really want it, pray for it, wait for it, who knows?
I will just let things be.

Just the way it is.

I Don't Know How To Love Him

I don't know how to love him.
What to do, how to move him.
I've been changed, yes really changed.
In these past few days, when I've seen myself,
I seem like someone else.

I don't know how to take this.
I don't see why he moves me.
He's a man. He's just a man.
And I've had so many men before,
In very many ways,
He's just one more.


Should I bring him down?
Should I scream and shout?
Should I speak of love, Let my feelings out?
I never thought I'd come to this.
What's it all about?

Don't you think it's rather funny,
I should be in this position.
I'm the one who's always been
So calm, so cool, no lover's fool,
Running every show. He scares me so.

I never thought I'd come to this.
What's it all about?

Yet, if he said he loved me,
I'd be lost. I'd be frightened.
I couldn't cope, just couldn't cope.
I'd turn my head. I'd back away.
I wouldn't want to know.
He scares me so.
I want him so.
I love him so.

Rainy Days and Mondays

Talkin' to myself and feelin' old
Sometimes I'd like to quit
Nothing ever seems to fit
Hangin' around
Nothing to do but frown
Rainy Days and Mondays always get me down.

What I've got they used
to call the blues
Nothin' is really wrong
Feelin' like I don't belong
Walkin' around
Some kind of lonely clown
Rainy Days and Mondays
always get me down.

Funny but it seems I always wind up here with you
Nice to know somebody loves me
Funny but it seems that it's the only thing to do
Run and find the one who loves me.

What I feel has come and gone before
No need to talk it out
We know what it's all about
Hangin' around
Nothing to do but frown
Rainy Days and Mondays always get me down.

by the Carpenters

You're My Dream

I would like to dedicate this song to someone, you know who you are.

Pangarap Ko'Y Ikaw

by Regine Velasquez

album: COVERS

Mula noon hanggang ngayon,
may nagmamahal sa’yo
Sabihin mo at gagawin anumang naisin mo
bat ‘di mo mapansin ang aking damdamin
Sa panaginip na lang ba makakapiling

Pangarap ko’y Ikaw,
Waring bituin laging tinatanaw
Pangarap ko’y Ikaw,
Pag-ibig mo’y kailan makakamtan
Hindi magbabago, maghihintay sa’yo
Pagkat ang puso ko’y may nag-iisang ikaw

Sakaling dumating,
Ang panahon na ako’y ibigin mo
Iingatan ko ang puso mo
‘Yan ang pangako ko
Dinggin mo lang ang aking hiling
Hanggang wakas ika’y mamahalin

Pangarap ko’y Ikaw,
Waring bituin laging tinatanaw
Pangarap ko’y Ikaw,
Pag-ibig mo’y kailan makakamtan
Hindi magbabago, maghihintay sa’yo
Pagkat ang puso ko’y alay sayo
sa puso ko may nag-iisang ikaw...

Just Be Okay

I've learned that the harder you try, the more elusive is your goal.

To spare oneself from being heartbroken, one should never expect anything in return.

Just go on, one day at a time. Do good, do yourself good.
Keep focusing on what one wants, but let things be.

The scripture says " To everything there is a season, a time for everything."
But one does not have to wait, life is not an spectator sport, we have to go with
the flow otherwise, we'll be left behind.

I am letting go, of wanting so bad, of expecting much more, of hoping too great and being carried away too soon.

I'll just be me, I'll let fate and prayers. I'll just go on.

I'll just keep myself happy, and in the meantime, just be okay.

Peace

Here's another angel for you guys, The Angel of Peace.

Peace, 'tis the season of peace...peace on earth, peace to our fellowmen.

We try to find peace in every thing we do. We pray for peace to what is going on in our world.

Peace also within ourselves. Knowing that no matter how hard life could be, there is that solace within our hearts, a refuge in time of hardships, confusion and heartache.

"Peace be with you," the Lord said, it meant a great deal.
He is assuring us that when we put our faith in Him, we should not worry much about what is going to happen tomorrow.

Let us be content that we are always in His loving arms.

Peace, a knowing that everything will be alright.
Peace, a feeling of hope and a worry free tomorrow.
Peace, that all will happen in due time.
Peace, knowing soon will be finding the happiness we truly deserve.
Peace, that we are loved.

What Do You Do?

What do you do when you thought of something good but eventually turned out to be just a wishful thingking?

I tried to fight the feeling, but I still fell.

Or is it all my fault? When there was never really a possibility in the first place, I still hoped.
Is it all because I expected too much?

Should I just carry on with what is going on, or on what I have at the moment?

What if it makes me happy? What if this feeling gives me joy?

I think I'm getting crazy.

I Want To Be With You

One of my favorite song, I Want To Be With You sang by Mandy Moore...I am not particularly a fan of Mandy, but this song really moves me...I can feel the longing in the song.

Do you have that feeling sometimes? You long for that special someone? It is as if you cannot even breathe without the sight of that special one? To be with someone even for a moment?

Listen and feel it.

Mr. Gay International

I would like to campaign for a friend who represents all guys in the rainbow community.
Robby Tarroza, he represents the country in the Mr. Gay International Contest in Palm Springs, USA. Let's be proud and give our support. He is one cool guy!


Go to: http://mrgay.generationq.net/?i=14

Just rate him and post some comments.

He is already in TOP 3 among other international representatives.

An Evening To Remember

I met with my "An Affair To Remember Guy" last night. It was an evening to remember.

We had a date, I should say. Had dinner and watched a movie. We talked a bit longer this time during dinner, but hardly said a word during the movies. While watching a movie, I tried to focus on the film and not to him. Why? I don't know really, but I had this urge to take his hand and enclose them with mine. I had this inkling too to rest my head on his shoulder and to anchor my arm around his too.

But, it felt like too much also. I wonder what he is thinking too during the movie?
Nevertheless, it was am amazing evening.

After the movies, just when I thought we'd call it a night, he did not said a word about parting, must be another lucky night, I just followed him to his car, while commenting about the movie and all, and we drove off to our secret hideaway.

Once there, we again, had some nice exchange of words, views...ex's...and off we go to seventh heaven. It was a passionate moment. Then we fell asleep.

We woke up very late and hurriedly dressed and gone home.

I really am wishful thinking now. I may never know what will become of this, but all I know is I am enjoying, I am remembering, and I am happy.

His last phone message to me was "...always remember our goodtimes together..." that made me have goosebumps all over.

Forever Love

Another of my favorite song, Forever Love by Gary Barlow of the Take That group. I wonder what happened to him? He is a good singer.



I was particularly drawn to this song because of its haunting melody and touchy lyrics. (Not to mention Gary is such a handsome guy.) There is a couple of gay men included in the video, sharing intimate moments..and oh how this song and video made me feel that it is good to fall in love.
It is great to fall in love. It is fine to fall in love. It is heaven to fall in love. I will ran out of adjectives to describe what it is to fall in love. But one thing is for sure, IT is never wrong to fall in love. Even to a wrong person for hurt comes with loving someone. They are hand in hand. Hurt cannot exist without love, and love cannot exist without being hurt. It makes love stronger, it makes love so special.

Family

This is my family. My Mama, my brothers, my sisters, brother and sister-in-law, nieces and nephew. It is always a delight and memorable everytime a family gather together. Be it once a year, once a month, once a week, or everyday. It is nice to know that wherever my papa is, he is watching over us. Whispering to God for his family's safety and togetherness. That even though he is not around anymore, his presence and love will always be with us. It is always nice to know that whatever happens there is always our family to come home to. Our mother to talk to, to cook our favorite meals, to say comforting words, and feel the unconditional love she has for us no matter who or what we are. It is always good to know that there will always be our brothers and sister who will be there for us. To defend us, to accompany, to laugh with, to share secrets with, to cry with and to hold with. It is always good to know that our worries for our brothers and sisters on their well being when we are not around are being taken cared of by our brothers and sisters-in-law. What a joy it is having nieces and nephews who look up to you, play with you, run with you, laugh with you, hug you, kiss you and be proud of you that you are their uncle. This is my family, they are my life.

Freedom

Who doesn't know this music video? George Michael's Freedom featuring
supermodels? Linda, Naomi, Christie and Cindy plus some guys!



How I love this song and video.

Enjoy!

Nothing Is Impossible

Impossible is just a big word
thrown around by small men.
Who find it easier to live in a world
they've been given than to explore
the power they have to change it.

Impossible is not a fact. It is an opinion.
Impossible is not a declaration. It is a dare.
Impossible is potential.
Impossible is temporary.
Impossible is nothing.

From Adidas Campaign

Discernment

The Angel of Discernment. The greatest gift the Divine Maker gave to us is the power to decide what is good and what is bad for us. To know what is harmful and beneficial. What is right and what is wrong.

It is in this power that God cannot touch us. Free Will as it is often called. It is in making a decision and reaping the consequences.

Of course, God would want us to be always on the good side. But it is up to us which path to take. He lay down all there is to undertand, it is how we take it which makes the difference.

Discernment is a process that over time gives us clarity about the path we might follow.

Discernment flows naturally from our spirit.

There are methods and means that the Spirit of God works through us to help us discern. In all matters, the Spirit is at work nudging us, leading us. We sift and sort what is of God and what is not. Discernment isn't usually a sudden zap from beyond, but something that emerges after prayer, listening to our own inner life. We pay attention to our feelings and questions, our inclinations and ideas.

Hong Kong Disneyland Pics

My Hong Kong Disneyland Trip

When I was a child, about 5 or 6 years old. I saw my first Disney Movie, it was Snow White and The Seven Dwarves. I was so happy that day, I can still remember, it was just me and my Papa. One of those mostalgic moments that I love to recall. After a few years, he bought a set of encyclopedia called The Wonderful World of Knowledge, where inside you'll find lovable Disney characters incorporated within the pages of the volumes. I had a blast reading them everyday. I was hooked then to Disney. I watched all the cartoons, the full length movies, I fell in love with Cinderella, I learned to be me with Mulan, I was encouraged by Hercules, I was inspired by The Little Mermaid. Beauty and the Beast made me look inside myself for my inner beauty. Aladdin took me to many adventures.

It was a long time dream and wish to come to Disneyland. Back then it was just the Florida and the LA Disneyland. But it was an impossibility as we are not well off enough. Until today, when Disney opened in Hong Kong, I am so excited, not only it is within reach, the means to go to Hong Kong from the Philippines is not that expensive. (Thanks to someone.) It was a dream made real. It was a wish come true. I had a fabulous time. I was a child again. I remembered my Papa and I imagined him with me that day, him and I, me as a 5 year old kid, he holding my hand and we stroll along the Main Street, at which at the end is Sleeping Beauty's Castle. I was so happy. I had some tears in my eyes. Then I met my childhood friends, Mickey, Donald, Pluto, Goofy and the rest of the gang. My heart keeps on skipping a beat, I am breathless. Sometimes it is good to be a child again; to feel like a child again. No worries, no pain, no problems, no sadness. Just play, just happiness, just pure joy. But like all dreams, it had to end. Nevertheless, the memories, like the ones captured in these pictures will remain, forever, in my heart.

My Childhood Hero

When I was a child, I met this man, he is mild mannered, shy, caring yet, there's something about him that is elusive. Whenever I see him, I would always hope that whenever I go to our rooftop and lie, I would see him passing over. I wish for him to pass over. I even dreamt of him taking me to places I've never been.

As I grew up, my childhood hero is still my hero. I came to know that despite the odds and ends, he endures, he is still the same, mild mannered, shy and caring. He loved people, especially the oppressed.

I've watch all the tribute given to him, all four of them. The guy portraying him fits his image so perfectly that my belief was made real. That he is real. Now that I am grown, he is still my hero. I will never forget how he amazes me, encouraged me, inspired me and keep me in touch with the inner child in me.

Here I am in his costume. Makes me feel invincible, in a way.

Playa De Caleta (Island Cove) II

Playa De Caleta, a place where serenity and peace can be found. Here I am in my tent, just woke up from a deep slumber.

During the day trekking among the rocks is an adventure, amidst the raging waves. Walking along the fine sand barefooted feels like heaven. Diving into the crystal blue water feels like you are reborn. Playing with hermit crabs and starfishes was so neat, and I tried to collect some beautiful shells.

There were funny moments too, like how we were caught in a big wave and find ourselves tumbling in the water. The baby jellyfishes that give their itsy bitsy stings. The seaweed that one friend took fancy with and wore it like a wig.

In the evening I meditated for a while under the full moon before I went to sleep, I sat on rock by the shore and stared into the sea.

I closed my eyes, took a deep breath and emptied my mind. For a few minutes I did this, not allowing my thoughts to wonder. Then at my command, all thoughts came back, but this time with clarity, with a sense of direction and encouragement. The sound of the splashing waves will lull you to sleep and the gentle night breeze will wrap you with a renewed feeling.That is why my sleep that night is peaceful. That is why there's that big smile in the morning.

Strudel Model

Here's a spoof of Rupaul's "Supermodel" I find very funny.




Enjoy!

An Affair To Remember

I met a wonderful guy last night.

Before we meet, I have a million images in my mind as to how it will turn out to be. How he looked like, will he be an ok-guy, will he be swell, will it be a great night for me.

The gods and goddesses must have took their fancy at me, and blessed me. The guy exuded all my expectatons, and I mean it.

He took my breath away, good looking, nice to talk with, nice, very nice.
We shared some thoughts while we drive to his place, once there, once naked, we shared a passionate and an unforgetable moment (well, for me anyway). The aftermath of embraces and bodies intertwined as we rested, I will never forget. I would like to go to details but am not the kind of guy so I'll be leaving it all to your imagination my dear browsers. He! He! He!

It was indeed a great night. What a way to end the day. My smile is so big that my sister asked if I won a lottery or something when she met me at the door of my place.

Before we part, I asked if we'll meet up again. He said to keep in touch. I would like to believe we'll meet up sometime again. They say when you believe, the universe will conspire with you.

I guess, I like him. For the first time after a heartache, my heart beats another tune. But I am wishful thinking. Hey, I told you guys before, I am the King of Wishful Thinking, am I not?

Cherish

I never heard of someone gay who is not a Madonna Fan, the ultimate pop diva.



Here is one of my classic favorites, Cherish. Not only it shows a softporm like MTV but I really love the song...so sweet. Hehehe..enjoy them guys.

Playa De Caleta (Island Cove)

I went to a secluded beach with some friends over the weekend and boy it was a blast. A renewed spirit and mind amidst the sea breeze, crystal clear waters and trekking amongs tiny bits of corals. It is located North of the Philippines specifically in the province of Bataan. A two hour trip from Manila by bus, 45 minutes mini bus ride from the town proper to the coast, and another 45 minutes of boatride. Truly an amazing experience. I just bought a tent, my very first, and I had fun setting it up! It was also a full moon that night and one can just wonder at the sight of the beach under the moonlight...so serene and so peaceful. You can only hear the waves as they splash along the sand. There were also fireflies, which I rarely see nowadays...I meant to catch some and put it in a bottle to serve as my light inside my tent...but I cannot find any bottle. So I changed my mind and just admire their twinkling lights as they go about their business flying into the trees and bushes. We had a good dinner by the sea, yes, we moved the dinner table near the beach and had a grand time eating and chatting with one another. We also sat by the bonfire and watch the fire as it consumed the dried driftwoods. It was really fun and I am looking forward to another experience at Playa De Caleta.

You'll Be Safe Here

Nobody knows
Just why we’re here
Could it be fate
Or random circumstance
At the right place
At the right time
Two roads intertwine

And if the universe conspired
To meld our lives
To make us
Fuel and fire
Then know
Where ever you will be
So too shall I be

Close your eyes
Dry your tears
‘Coz when nothing seems clear
You’ll be safe here

From the sheer weight
Of your doubts and fears
Weary heart
You’ll be safe here

Remember how we laughed
Until we cried
At the most stupid things
Like we were so high
But love was all that we were on
We belong

And though the world would
Never understand
This unlikely union
And why it still stands
Someday we will be set free.
Pray and believe

When the light disappears
And when this world’s insincere
You’ll be safe here
When nobody hears you scream
I’ll scream with you
You’ll be safe here

Save your eyes
From your tears
When everything’s unclear
You’ll be safe here

From the sheer weight
Of your doubts and fears
Wounded heart

When the light disappears
And when this world’s insincere
You’ll be safe here

When nobody hears you scream
I’ll scream with you
You’ll be safe here

In my arms
Through the long cold night
Sleep tight
You’ll be safe here

When no one understands
I’ll believe
You’ll be safe,
You’ll be safe
You’ll be safe here
Put your heart in my hands
You’ll be safe here

Does It Really Matter?

My father asked if I am gay. I said, Does it matter? He said no, Not really.
I said, Yes. He said, Get out of my house. I guess it mattered.

My friend asked if I am gay. I said, Does it matter? He said no, Not really.
I said, Yes. He said, Don't call me your friend. I guess it mattered.

My boss asked if I am gay. I said, Does it matter? He said no, Not really.
I said, Yes. He said, You're fired faggot. I guess it mattered.

My lover asked if I love him. I said, Does it matter? He said, Yes.
I told him, I love you. He said, Let me hold you in my arms.
For the first time in my life something matters.

My God asked me, Do you love yourself? I said, Does it matter? God said, Yes.
I said, How can I love myself. I am gay. God said, that is the way I have made you.
Nothing again will ever matter.

Reflection

Here's the Mulan song, Reflection


Look at me
I will never pass for a perfect bride
Nor a perfect daughter
Can it be
I'm not meant to play this part
Now I see
That if I were truly to be myself
I would break my family's heart

Who is that girl I see
Staring straight back at me
Why is my reflection someone I don't know
Somehow I cannot hide
Who I am, though I've tried
When will my reflection show
Who I am inside
When will my reflection show
Who I am inside

This is the movie version, sung by Mulan, dubbed by Broadway Tony Awardee, Leah Salonga of the Miss Saigon fame.

Proud Of Your Boy

There is a song from Disney's Aladdin that was not part of the cartoon movie.
It is a beautiful song, and I really relate it to gu ys like us who will do anything just to get our family's approval and attention. This song together with Mulan's (another Disney cartoon movie) Reflection (expressing one's desire to be himself, to reveal one's trueself) really does strike me.

Proud of your boy
I'll make you proud of your boy
Believe me, bad as I've been Ma,
You're in for a pleasant surprise.
I've wasted time, I've waste me
So say I'm slow for my age, a late bloomer
Okay, I agree
That I've been one rotten kid
Some son, some pride and some joy
But I'll get over these lousin' up, messin' up, screwin' up times
You'll see, Ma, now comes the better part
Someone's gonna make good cross his stupid heart
Make good and finally make you
Proud of your boy

Tell me that I've been a louse and a loafer
You won't get a fight here, no ma'am
Say I'm a goldbrick, a goof-off, no good
But that couldn't be all that I am
Water flows under the bridge, let it pass, let it go
There's no good reason that you should believe me
Not yet, I know but someday and soon
I'll make you proud of your boy
Though I can't make myself taller or smarter or handsome or wise
I'll do my best, what else can I do?
Since I wasn't born perfect like dad or you
Mama, I will try to, try hard to make you
Proud of your boy

The pop version was sung by Clay Aiken, everytime I hear this song, I can't help get emotional. ;-))

A Hopeless Romantic Me

I'm the guy who will text you every single morning and tell you good morning and every single night to tell you sweet dreams. I'm the guy who will text you and tell you "i love you and you make me smile" just because.

I'm the guy who will blindfold you, take you to the beach and let you run your toes through the sand then make you guess where we are. I'm the guy who will show up at your games (or competitions or meets) without you knowing just to surprise you. I'm the guy who will hold you when you're crying and wipe away your tears.
I'm the guy who still thinks you're beautiful with no
makeup on wearing sweats and a big t-shirt. I'm the guy who won't pressure you to do things you dont want to. I'm the guy who will show up at your house with soup and a movie when you aren't feeling well. I'm the guy who kisses you on the forehead.
I'm the guy who doesnt kiss and tell. I'm the guy who actually listens to you when you talk. I'm the guy who's excited all day because im looking forward to our date that night. I'm the guy who is content to just be able to hold you and wants nothing more.
I'm the guy who can't help but smile when you walk into the room. I'm the guy who's perfectly content with staying in and watching movies and cuddling. I'm the guy who gets butterflies when he hears your name. I'm the guy who's not afraid to tell his friends he loves you.
I'm the guy who isn't always trying to act like a hard ass around you.
I'm the guy who doesn't care about your imperfections and loves you more for them.
I'm the guy who will hold you while we watch the sunset.
I'M THE GUY WHO REALLY WANTS TO MAKE
YOU THE HAPPIEST PERSON IN THE WORLD

Humbleness

"If you are HUMBLE nothing will touch you, neither praise nor disgrace because you know what and who you are. Humility is the only VIRTUE the devil cannot imitate."

Need I say more?

Ten Skills Every Gay Man Should Master

1. Listening to others. (It may be difficult, but at least try. The best way to make someone confortable is not to talk about yourself, but to let him talk about himself.)
2. Playing one sport reasonably well. (Whether it's badminton or swimming, knowing the rules of at least one sport will come in handy. Besides, an affinity for one sport, be it tennis, cycling or aerobics even - has incredible wardrobe potential.)
3. Mixing at least three kinds of cocktails. (You need to ask why?)
4. Preparing one good meal. (And that doesn't mean a recipe requiring Microwave Ovens, but something you can serve dinner guests that won't make them gag.)
5. Knowing the proper pronounciation and spelling of important Italian words (Fetuccine, Linguine or at least being fluent in "menu Italian."
6. Writing/ Texting proper thank-you note. (Essential if you ever want to get invited anywhere again.)
7. Engaging in or at least understanding witty conversation. (If you're really cute, this may not matter - not much does. If you're not, it's critical.)
8. Tying a bow tie. (A real bow tie can be subtle signal to other boys that you, too, appreciate the finer things.)
9. Being able to do something artistic and with flair, whether it's playing a musical instrument, decorating a room, wrapping a present, or even putting an outfit together. (Don't let God-given talent go to waste. We do have our reputations to maintain.)
10. Putting on a condom. (Celibacy isn't necessary; good sense is.)

Ten Reasons To Feel Lucky To Have A Gay Son

Some say there's at least one-in-ten chance that a boy will grow up gay. For those parents who need a reason to feel lucky to have a gay son, here are ten:

1. Whatever he does, he'll do it best.
2. He'll be a good son, especially in your old age.
3. He'll be an interesting conversationalist, an excellent addition to parties.
4. Either he or his lover will be a fabulous cook and a great host for the holidays.
5. He'll always be available when you need him.
6. He'll buy you thoughtful and tasteful gifts. (He knows the trends and the stylish things.)
7. He'll clue you in to the latest restaurants, plays, movies, and celebrity gossip.
8. He'll be handy (and free) consultant for weddings, parties, decorating and wardrobe.
9. No danger of disagreeable daughter-in-laws.
10. When he's older, he'll never be lonely, because for years he'll have cultivated a wide circle of close, caring friends.

If this list makes straight readers wish they had a gay relative, take heart: You probably do.

Just Me

I love simple things, I am not really that complicated, sunsets, a good book, in bed on a rainy day, a hot cup of coffee in the morning, a catchy poem, friendships, home.

A good song, a gorgeous movie star, an exciting movie, window shopping, the beach, road trips, nice clothes, good food, good company, quiet moments, relaxing massage, wild sex with somebody I like.

No regrets only lessons learned. Saying sorry when needed to, saying I love you for no reason at all. Holding hands, resting my head on a shoulder. Crying when I must, and laughing all day.

Surprises, cool strangers, cool bar, cool places. Pastas, fruits and vegetables, long showers, lots of scrubbing, swimming and badminton. Hanging out with friends and high school batchmates. Day dreaming, playing with my nieces and nephew. Home cook meals.

Others...well, its for you to know.

Friendships? Most certainly welcome.

Who I Want to Meet:
People who would like me to be a part of their lives in one way or another.

A Fable About Following One's Dream

One of the best book I’ve ever read is The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho and not only his fictional story is entertaining, but very, and I mean very inspiring. There are a lot of lessons inserted in each page and at the end it will leave you feeling good about yourself. Not all things in life we need to search far and wide. Most often than not, they’re just where we started right in front of us. It is a story of a young man in search of a treasure, he traveled far, met a lot of people, met a king, met an Alchemist who gave him some sense, met his future wife and eventually found his treasure. It is about following one's dream.

Some quotes from the book:

“It’s the possibility of having a dream come true that makes life interesting.”

“It’s the simple things in life that are the most extraordinary; only wise men are able to understand them.”

“When someone sees the same people everyday…they wind up becoming a part of that person’s life. And then they want the person to change. If someone isn’t what others want them to be, the others become angry. Everyone seems to have a clear idea of how other people should lead their lives, but none about his or her own.”

“What’s the world’s greatest lie? It’s this: that a certain point in our lives, we lose control of what’s happening to us, and our lives become controlled by fate. That’s the world’s greatest lie.”

“And, when you want something, all the universe conspires in helping you achieve it.”

“If you start promising what you don’t even have yet, you’ll lose your desire to work toward getting it.”

“Sometimes it’s better to leave things as they are…”

“God has prepared a path for everyone to follow. You just have to read the omens that he left for you.”

“If God leads the sheep so well, he will also lead a man…”

“…making a decision was only the beginning of things. When someone makes a decision, he is really diving into a strong current that will carry him to places he had never dreamed of when he first made the decision.”

“…people need not fear the unknown if they are capable of achieving what they need and want.”

Follow Your Heart

I’ve been reading a self-help book written by Andrew Matthew called Follow Your Heart. It really is an eye opener and makes you assess the current flow of your life. Are we really happy with what we are doing? Do we really follow what makes us content? In a light and sometimes humorous manner, the author introduces the Ten Concepts in Following Your Heart and each concept touches a heartstring. To quote, here they are:

1. We are here to learn lessons, and the world is our teacher.

(When we fail to learn a lesson, we get to take it again…and again! Once we have learned the lesson, we move on to the next one. And we never run out of lessons!)

2. The universe has no favorites.

(Your success and happiness depend on natural laws and principles – and how you use them.)

3. Your life is a perfect reflection of your beliefs.

(When you change your deepest beliefs about the world, your life changes accordingly.)

4. The moment you get too attached to things, people, money…you screw it up.

(The challenge of life is to appreciate everything and attach yourself to nothing.)

5. What you focus on in life expands.

(So think about what you want!)

6. Follow your heart!

(Your mission in life is not to be “without problems” – your mission is to get excited.)

7. God is never going to come down from a cloud and say “You now have permission to be successful!”

(You have to give yourself permission.)

8. When you fight life, life always wins.

(If you want more peace of mind, stop labeling everything that happens as “good” and “bad.”)

9. How do you love people? Just accept them.

(Complete acceptance is unconditional love.)

10. Our mission in life is not to change the world – our mission is to change ourselves.

(There are no “outside” solutions, only “inside solutions.)

Isn’t it a mouthful? Look it up, read it and follow your heart!