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Chapter 3 -When Matt walks around the Cleveland stadium, brooding about his double-whammy news, and how his friends seem to be abandoning him. "Sixteen Candles" by Sponge -When Matt calms down, and lets his parents still know that he loves them when he gets home. "A Song For Mama" by Boys II Men -When Matt calls out all of his friends for treating him like shit. "Damnit" by Blink 182 -When Matt and Cam have some words in the elevator at prom. And then have sex. "Your Woman' by White Town -When Matt and Ashley dance to a cheesy slow song at prom, and then have sex. "My Heart Will Go On" by Celine Dion -When Matt and the rest of the Class of 1998 graduates from high school, with him ready to start a new chapter of his life, including finding his biological father. "Time of Your Life" by Green Day http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ClhNPb3mmpI

Chapter 2 -When Matt has a difficult practice where he gets sick. "Machine Head" by Bush -When Matt and his parents watch Bill Clinton deny having sexual relations with that woman, Monica Lewinsky. Bill Clinton Speech, 1998 -When Matt cruises a guy in his car, and then gives a blow job to the guy in a secluded park. "Lollipop" by Aqua http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wM-Mk26N6wQ -When Matt decides to get revenge on Cam at the hockey game, knocking him down to the ground. "Monkey Wrench" by The Foo Fighters -When Matt finds out that he's going to need a kidney transplant, and that his parents aren't his parents. "The Impression That I Get" by the Mighty-Mighty Bosstones http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v7A8Mkg1qYQ

Chapter 1 -When Matt leads his hockey team to victory. "Hero" by Foo Fighters -When Matt tussles with Cam Healy, before heading into Jerome Hareton's University School party. "Popular" by Nada Surf -When Matt decides to be charitable, and lets Cam get a few tokes of his joint. Then Matt realizes he's turned-on big-time by Cam. "Get Ready" by Sublime http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oav-eUmy3zI -When Matt calls up Ashley, trying to get some. Then somehow ends up in the pool totally naked. Then gets cockteased by Jessica. All in all, a party star. "Dangerous" (remix) by Busta Rhymes -When Matt and Cam Healy hook-up while sharing a bed. 'Sex and Candy' by Marcy's Plaground http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YDAXltfj8-Y

I hope not. Darius is only 16 at the time of this story- Matt's only two years older at 18, but that's just about enough to land a dude in jail for statutory. LOL. I really do like this, Mark.

Agreed. Mark, you've got a pretty youthful face, too, right? At least you do in my fantansies...

And now I found out from my friend Alex that he killed himself. Damn. She was close to him, and I feel pretty bad for her.

It's weird. He apparently died about three weeks ago. I wasn't that close to him- he was my lab partner sophomore year, and we hung out a few times, but when I spent a year away from UD and saw him again last semester, it wasn't some tight bond, you know? Still, this is the first time I've directly known a contemporary who has died, and it's weird. I mean, the dude was only 21. My friend Alex was much closer to him, and I'll definitely keep a look out for her and try talking to her when classes start tommorrow. He was a sweet guy, though- a total nerd who was completely comfortable with being himself, and never tried changing himself to fit in. There was a lot of genunity about him. I'll never forget his attempt to do a stand-up comedy rountine about proverbs. It was awful, but he was a real trouper about it. Nice reminder that we shouldn't take life for grantred- because you never know...

Here's a Savage Love column that deals with this particular subject. http://www.thestranger.com/savage/campsiterule As for me- I'm 23, and I won't date a 37-year old. Mainly because I'm pretty much still in the college kid mindset, and I can't see myself having much in common with a guy that age. W.L. comes off as a mature young man- and that just might be the difference that makes it okay.

I'm referring to Adam P, who wrote "Cross Currents" and is finishing up the passed-away Dan Kincaid's story "It Started With Brian", and Mark Arbour. They both seem rather well versed in sex.

Exactly, Jack Frost. GayAuthors' Dan Kincaid died of cancer at aged 34, and he left his husband a 34-year old widower. You can't get married with the expectation that your partner will live with you into your golden years- that will be the hope, but you can't take it as a given.

That's some good advice Adam. I've never been in a relationship, but I observe, and one thing I've obseved is that successful couples tend to "compliment" and "balance" each other out. Like my coaches from high school- they're both funny people, but the husband is totally up in the sky, and his wife is more grounded and helps keep him tethered so he doesn't go totally off in orbit. In other words- they have enough in common, but they aren't so much alike that it's like dating yourself. Because frankly, that would get boring. I think the reason why so many people get divorced in this country is that we're expecting the fireworks to stay lit forever- without us having to do anything to maintain those fireworks.

Well, I found from his girlfriend that he DID have sex with the girl, but she told him she was 17. From what I understand, that will make diddly squat when it comes to the trial. Hopefully his lawyer is damn good.

3,700 Freshman Move to UD Freshmen are so goddamned adorable- so impossibly young, so bright-eyed and bushy-tailed. Last night I partied with some friends, and we enjoyed the spectacle of the hordes of freshmen looking for parties. We even helped one freshman who got just a little too drunk- the whole thing was kinda surreal- because it felt like just yesterday I WAS that guy, and now...it's four years later and I'm now the "cool upperclassmen", as the Freshman put it. It's weird being on the other side. Sloppy Drunk Freshman had a new buddy from his dorm that was Not-So-Sloppy Drunk Freshman, who kinda watched over him a little. Myself and my group of friends all basically said, "You guys will be best friends for the next four years." That's totally how college friendships tend to happen- they're forged through the patting of one's back while your new friend throws up because he's had too much to drink. And then you tease him about it the next day while eating Sunday brunch in the dining hall. Although I did have a bit of an epiphany- when myself and my fellow senior were exclaiming our pride at being seniors, Not-So-Sloppy Drunk Freshman said, "Why would you brag about that? That means you only have one year left!" He had a point, and I'll miss college (although the way things are looking I might end up taking another semester or a year), I have four interesting memories of college to contend with, that can't be taken away from me, and while I miss the excitement of freshman year and everything being new...I think I like myself a lot better now, at 23, than I did when I was 19 years old. Still, it's so weird. I mean, I'm technically not a 5th year senior, since I took 2008 off, but still- this fall marks 5th year of my college party experience. Now that I'm a grizzled veteran at this, it's nice to pass on my wisdom and experience... Finally. I WILL have a cute freshman boy. I will. I swear it. I'm going to be Mr. Robinson and enjoy the hell out of it. Although my friend Steve teased me for it- "You're 23, Jeremy. You are way too old to have sex with a freshman." He's prolly right, but whatever- I don't care if it would make me a male cougar- I'm going to do it! Adam and Mark, you got any seduction tips you can give me? I think the approach I'm going for is "the cool upperclassmen guy who buys beers and makes a nice party buddy, who just happens to be gay..." I think if I'm open about being gay, I'll be more likely to run accross guys who may be curious or questioning themselves- and because I'm a familiar, older, and more experienced guy- they just might come to me...

I liked "Mulligans" well enough. The dad was HOT. Total DILF.

Guys, email Mark with your guesses and he'll let you know.

Chapter 11 http://nifty.nisusne.../on-the-mark-11 -When Mark sits in class in September 1980, bitches about community college, and then tells us about how culture has changed since his 70's high school days. "Video Killed the Radio Star" by the Buggles http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jSJ27TgBvJE -When Mark sneaks out of his computer class, and stumbles into his first cruising encounter with a redhead. "Whip It" by Devo http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIEVqFB4WUo -When Mark tells us about his life as a Cruise Boy develops over the next couple of weeks. "Mirror in the Bathroom" by The English Beat http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UTNpaaPHENE -When Mark hooks up with a hunky blond boy, aka a Crusing Jack Pot. "The Kid Is Hot Tonight" by Loverboy http://www.youtube.c...h?v=6kaGeApfo9s *** Alright guys, that's the last of "On the Mark", since Mark has decided not to continue telling the rest of his story. It's been a blast, guys, and I hope you've enjoyed listening to my music selections as much as I have.

He's not quite old enough to be your "Daddy", so eh. I'd say go for it. He's also in college, so there's more of an equal footing between the two of you. For me, I tend to draw the line at 30 years older. But 15 seems fine.

Absolutely hilarious. Even better if you've seen "American Pyscho".

Hey, Amazon is selling the first season (1987-1988) of the cult tv show about a group of whiny yet immensely interesting yuppies living life in late '80's Philadelphia suburbia. Here's where it's selling at. Thirtysomething was a pretty great show in my opinion- I loved the use of music and introspection on the show, which wasn't like anything on tv at the time. For me, I just saw it as a glimpse into the future- what being in my 30's would be like. And Ken Olin was a hunk. LOL. Here's the theme song to celebrate! Thirtysomething Theme Song Great, great show. Someday when I have 40 bucks to drop on DVD, I'll get it. And the bonus is that the music rights all cleared, so we'll get the music moments as we remembered them. (I LOVED the scene where they're in the diner and "Why Do Fools Fall In Love?" play.) Ah, back in the days when I watched tv shows that I was way too young for. LOL.

The eastern world it is explodin', violence flarin', bullets loadin', you're old enough to kill but not for votin', you don't believe in war, what's that gun you're totin', and even the Jordan river has bodies floatin', but you tell me over and over and over again my friend, ah, you don't believe we're on the eve of destruction. Don't you understand, what I'm trying to say? Can't you see the fears that I'm feeling today? If the button is pushed, there's no running away, There'll be no one to save with the world in a grave, take a look around you, boy, it's bound to scare you, boy, and you tell me over and over and over again my friend, ah, you don't believe we're on the eve of destruction. Yeah, my blood's so mad, feels like coagulatin', I'm sittin' here, just contemplatin', I can't twist the truth, it knows no regulation, handful of Senators don't pass legislation, and marches alone can't bring integration, when human respect is disintegratin', this whole crazy world is just too frustratin', and you tell me over and over and over again my friend, ah, you don't believe we're on the eve of destruction. Think of all the hate there is in Red China Then take a look around to Selma, Alabama! Ah, you may leave here, for four days in space, but when you return, it's the same old place, the poundin' of the drums, the pride and disgrace, you can bury your dead, but don't leave a trace, hate your next-door-neighbour, but don't forget to say grace, and you tell me over and over and over and over again my friend, you don't believe we're on the eve of destruction. no no you don't believe we're on the eve of destruction.

Growin' up, you don't see the writing on the wall Passin' by, movin' straight ahead, you knew it all But maybe sometime if you feel the pain You'll find you're all alone, everything has changed Play the game, you know you can't quit until it's won Soldier on, only you can do what must be done You know in some way you're a lot like me You're just a prisoner and you're tryin' to break free I can see a new horizon underneath the blazin' sky I'll be where the eagle's flying higher and higher Gonna be your man in motion, all I need is a pair of wheels Take me where my future's lyin', St. Elmo's Fire Burning up, don't know just how far that I can go (just how far I go) Soon be home, only just a few miles down the road I can make it, I know I can You broke the boy in me, but you won't break the man I can see a new horizon underneath the blazin' sky I'll be where the eagle's flying higher and higher Gonna be your man in motion, all I need is a pair of wheels Take me where my future's lyin', St. Elmo's Fire I can climb the highest mountain, cross the wildest sea I can feel St. Elmo's Fire burnin' in me, burnin' in me Just once in his life a man has his time and my time is now, I'm coming alive I can hear the music playin', I can see the banners fly Feel like you're back again, and hope ridin' high Gonna be your man in motion, all I need is a pair of wheels Take me where my future's lyin', St. Elmo's Fire I can see a new horizon underneath the blazin' sky I'll be where the eagle's flying higher and higher Gonna be your man in motion, all I need is a pair of wheels Take me where my future's lyin', St. Elmo's Fire I can climb the highest mountain, cross the wildest sea I can feel St. Elmo's Fire burnin' in me Burnin', burnin' in me, I can feel it burnin' Oooh, burnin' inside of me... (to fade) **** I convinced Mark to name the story Man in Motion, because really, I think that this song describes exactly where Brad was at in 1985.

Chapter 10 http://nifty.nisusne.../on-the-mark-10 -When Van comes back for the summer, and Mark realizes that their friendship will never be as close as it once was. "We Don't Talk Anymore" by Cliff Richard http://www.youtube.c...h?v=lr1yBMjx64s -When Mark and Jeremy play "we're asleep yet we're touching each other!" before they hook up in the bathroom. "Does Your Mother Know?" by Abba http://www.youtube.c...h?v=ndCTp5z5TyY -When Mark and Jeremy have sex while Jeremy's frat brothers are away. "Off the Wall" by Michael Jackson http://www.youtube.c...h?v=PebMKukdyqo -When Mark talks about his increasing infatuation with Matt. "Sometimes A Fantasy" by Billy Joel http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yb4G8Ad8GTU

Thanks! I've been influenced a lot by Quantum Leap, The Wonder Years, and Cold Case- in the belief that music is great at setting the mood of a time period.

My state required a Hep B vaccine for 7th graders in 1999, so I already got that. Anyway, I'm good. Very lucky, and good. This happened two and a half years ago...if I had gonorea, I would already know about it. LOL. In my state, they actually tore down the public restrooms at one of the parks that were known for cruising. Pretty interesting. People are really cracking down hard on it.

Well, you do see guys put up their cell numbers on the walls of the bathroom stalls in the cruising places. You also see guys who put up their emails. I wound up having unprotected sex with one of the guys I cruised, because I was a virgin and he claimed to be a virgin at gay sex. Of course, these days I know better and I would never do that again, but god, I realize how lucky I was that I didn't contract HIV. What was funny is this one guy- Mark's called them trolls- he must have been at least in his 60's, but he tried to look younger by covering up his balding grey head with a baseball cap and wearing sneakers. And he's ALWAYS there. I learned you really can tell if a guy is young by the way his hands look- that never fails.