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Oh my flipping goodness... I adore Jackson's parents! Another great chapter, with all the subtle yet dramatic twists and turns!

I think I look a bit off without some facial hair... and though I find it attractive on some guys, I do find myself mostly attracted to guys sans face hair

i'd imagine when the time comes to introduce a significant other, he'd be known as my other half... ;^)

I should be back in California by summer 2012... and a beach bonfire could be fun

Sexy is the guy who helps a person in need when he thinks no one is paying attention. The guy who understands his strengths as well as his weaknesses. Sexy is they guy whose determination to succeed overcomes his fear of failure. The guy whose smile lights up a room, and who smiles just for the sake of it...

Exciting times for marriage equality and the new phase in the civil rights movement. If California doesn't get its act together soon, I may have to start looking for jobs in New York

Is there a distinct line that everyone knows but me when it comes to being too friendly to the point of being perceived as flirtatious? As a straight acting gay guy, all too often, women seem to mistake my friendly demeanor for a come-on... making for awkward situations. Are there any options other than coming right out at the intro or developing a lisp?

...that puts it in a whole new perspective. The number is like a record holder, but it is the experience that moves us each beyond a state of youth... i think we can stay young at heart while growing, maturing in mind, body and spirit.

Attraction, and ultimately sexual orientation is no more a choice than the color of one's eyes... and as previously mentioned, what difference does it make? It is what it is...let it be.

I can't get enough of this story! Blake's self-deprecating moments, and the story in general, is like a modern day 'Notes From Underground' by Dostoyevsky... So powerful and revealing of one whom is so aware and self-conscious that it becomes a disease of sorts. I've enjoyed every chapter and can't wait for more Acedias -victor

When I get back to the states, I'll get my 07 Altima hybrid back... sooo looking forward to being able to drive again

May not be of use to you now, but perhaps for future bouts with insomnia, there are these things called 'Moondrops', a homeopathic remedy that worked wonders for me when I was having trouble sleeping. You should be able to find them at most any health food store... good luck ;-) -victor

I am made to think of a certain story by Tolstoy with the thoughts posted about marriage being obsolute and perhaps unnecessary, though he goes a bit further to suggest marriage is unnatural as it goes against every other animal instinct, as is the concept of love itself (regardless of being gay or straight). Not necessarily my own thoughts, but interesting nonetheless...

spot on... I think it's a good idea to acknowledge the difference between marriage as a religious/commitment ceremony and the financial/legal rights gained thru marriage. I'm neither here nor there on the religious aspect of marriage, but if I find someone I wish to spend the rest of my life with, you can bet your bottom dollar I'll want the same rights every other married couple is granted .

I've been living in the south pacific for nearly a year, with just over a year to go... And though I've enjoyed my time here, I look forward to when I can head back to California Living abroad can help one appreciate other cultures, while also reigniting ones sense of passion for their homeland. There is so much to be learned and explored