NaperVic

Although there aren't any hard and fast rules, I think you have to take several factors into account. Like: 1) Who broke up with whom? If the guy you are interested in was the one who instigated the breakup, he's fair game sooner rather than later. 2) Are you friends or acquaintances with the ex too? 3) Are you willing to deal with or help the dude deal with any potential baggage he may have? Anyhow, I say go for it. If they broke up, he's fair game. The worst he could say is no :wacko: . You can even go with the angle of trying to be his friend first , don't let him know how really interested you are in him (don't come on too strong), and see if things develop from there. Who knows, he may also be looking for someone right now too. Good luck and be sure to keep us posted. Vic P.S. - And don't sleep with him the first date

Hylas, Since you are only attracted to caucasians: If doesn't matter that you aren't 'cute' in your own culture, because you aren't trying to attract any filipinos . I kid. I not attracted to filipino's either, but I can tell you objectively that you certainly aren't ugly and that many guys would find you attractive (particularly the infamous rice queens ). I think you've gotten some of that feedback already. Fact: you're easy on the eyes for lots of people . Take Care®, Vic P.S. - The Harry Potter scar is cool.

I'll have to disagree, I think it depends on the age of the person. Younger people usually adapt the accents, but people over 15 or much older usually retain a strong filipino accent. My parents, uncles, & aunts have lived in the U.S. for 30+ years and they all sound like they're fresh off the boat (FOBs)

Menzo's not bitter, he's just wise beyond his years. Single yes, but wise.

dead on for me Your Existing Situation Readily participates in things affording excitement or stimulation. Wants to feel exhilarated. Your Stress Sources Feels that life must yield more than it is and that his hopes and desires must somehow be realized--that they must be granted in their entirety. The existing uncertainty causes considerable worry and he is tensely on his guard against missing any opportunity. Anxious to avoid further setbacks, and loss of standing or prestige. Tries to make sure that he will not be overlooked and badly needs security. Your Restrained Characteristics Circumstances force him to compromise and to forgo some pleasures for the time being. Capable of achieving physical satisfaction from sexual activity. Your Desired Objective Needs a peaceful environment. Wants release from stress, and freedom from conflicts or disagreement. Takes pains to control the situation and its problems by proceeding cautiously. Has sensitivity of feeling and a fine eye for detail. Your Actual Problem Needs to achieve a stable and peaceful condition, enabling him to free himself of the worry that he may be prevented from achieving all the things he wants. Your Actual Problem #2 Disappointment at the non-fulfillment of his hopes and the fear that to formulate fresh goals will only lead to further setbacks have resulted in considerable anxiety. He is trying to escape from this into a peaceful and harmonious relationship, protecting him from dissatisfaction and lack of appreciation.

Queensland . . Is that like the gay area of Australia, just like Boystown in Chicago?

Dom used to have a very active in real life friend who was a GA member. She would give us updates on Dom if he couldn't post (like when he got into that car accident), but Ann's been on hiatus from GA for over a year now. There are those of us who delude ourselves into thinking we have a deeper connection to Dom than your average GA member, but alas, we also don't have information (really MikeL, we aren't holding back on you ). All we have is what Dom has posted himself. So welcome Corvus to GA!!! You're in good company. Take Care®, Vic

I will point out that NaperVic at one point was a GAC, then a Moderator, thus poo poo-ing your argument. But in reality a more valuable statistic is the number of posts per day (ppd): CJ - 8 ppd Graeme - 7 ppd Kevin & Beast - 4 ppd ---------------------- Myr, Joe, NJ, Vic - 2 ppd Drew & DK - 1 ppd Despite these numbers, IMHO it's not the number of posts one makes or does not make, but the quality of the posts. If one were to equate poster quality to car brands, some of us are Toyota's & Subaru's, and others are Yugos Take Care

Good luck Sharon Maybe you should substitute your nicotine cravings with all the freed up chocolate that Kevin isn't eating anymore . Take Care®, Vic

He's 17 years older than you!!!! Aren't there enough guys in your own age range? Leave the gay, 35yo+ ones for me http://www.alistairappleton.com/

A British accent on the right guy makes my toes curl Like Alister from BBC's Cash in the Attic

You weren't in the room at the time

Exactly. I don't necessarily think that we need members to post just for the sake of posting. GA is primarily a story site. I really enjoy the discussions about stories, chapters, and authors that I'm following. All the other stuff is fluff. Fluff that's funny at times? yes. But still fluff. Motivating, encouraging, and supporting authors are the best things that we as members can do to increase overall participation. I have an author that I'm particularly fond of. When <fill in fav author> is posting, I love coming to GA because I know that I'll find comrads that want to discuss his/her latest. I have all this stuff in my head that I can't share with anyone in real life (they won't understand) and know that there are others like me at GA where we can commiserate. Take Care®, Vic

Happy 22nd Birthday Krista!!! May you have an awesome year that brings you lots of joy and happiness

I'm surprised none of the P.W.'s pointed this fact out. Wow, that's a lot. It seemed like only yesterday that Kurt was pointing out the 50k mark. Take Care®, Vic (who can't believe he posted about post counts..ack, the next CJ or Beastkid)

I'll say it. You must use condoms. Someone who says they are clean, D/D free, etc. could either be lying or if they aren't lying, they may just not realize they have a disease. Don't risk it. Either for yourself or for future partners. This has been a public service announcement

Happy 32nd Birthday!!! Hope you have a good one and a good 2008!

Wow, they weren't kidding about Joe getting his way in the Joe made me thread

Congratulations on the new job Kevin! Definitely keep thinking about pursuing your masters and PhD, but don't put if off to long Vic

Happy New Year Everyone!!! May 2008 be better than 2007, please.

This has been the longest drought ever

Gay men are pigs. It's been a while, but sometimes you have to be downright nasty, that seems to work. Like: - "Get your receding hairline ass hand away from me you slimeball" - "Don't you f'en let your beer bellied, old navy wearing hand near me" - "Don't touch me you nasty b*tch" Glad you had fun otherwise.

Okay, so no ITFB Ch 21 in our stockings, maybe Dom will surprise us with an ITFB Ch 21 New Years? Take Care®, Vic (who's now just hoping ITFB Ch 21 comes out sometime in 2008)

Happy 23rd Birthday King! Hope you have a great one

Welcome tlw riting tiger I can't believe it's been over 6 months since we read ITFB Ch 20. Anywho, glad you could join us. Take Care®, Vic