The 28th Year

I am already 5 days into the 28th year of my life and it already has had its share of adventure to speak of.

To backtrack a bit, the visit to Louisville went well. Mom and dad were certainly shocked to see me. It felt good to see them once more as the next time will likely be Christmas. One drawback though to seeing your family about twice a year is that you see how quickly they are aging at this point in life. I know its life, but it is just so sad to see sometimes.

The bday night out at the club was fun. Saw some old friends....saw some I didn't want to see. But, overall....I saw my old friend who I hadn't been around in years. Ironically he was the first person I saw.

Spent Sunday with family. I went to church with mom and kerry. Sigh..I don't get the whole layin on the floor and screaming and crying, but it seems to work for mom. She is always crying so hard in church. In fact, everyone there cries. I don't want to type much more c/ I don't want to bash what I saw....just the whole concept of religon fascninates me.

Monday I chilled as well hanging around the city. I went to a Books a Million where these two older guys starting hitting on me. The really funny part about all of that is there I was reading the Advocate in the magazine section. The stalker homos also picked up other gay magazines and stood close to me. Then all of a sudden this really hot, muscle guy comes in the middle of us all and picks up a Hustler. He stands there for a moment...then looks around to realize he is surrounded by gay men, and casually puts up his magazine and steps away. Yes girls...we still got it :)

I then had dinner with Drew and JJ. This is something several people are baffeled over. Drew is my ex of about 3 yrs...JJ I dated right before Drew. And now they are together. Weird? Not really...to be expected in our lifestyle I think. I love both of them dearly..and just want both of them to be happy. So it was cool to see them in their element having dinner. I, on the other hand, had some drama as I quickly realized I was allergic to the batter of the chicken fingers!!! I started to swell up and I had to quit eating them. Talk about embarrassing. If I had ended up being allergic to chicken itself...I would die.

Tuesday I stopped by WBKO to see my old crew...chat with them...had a good time. They actually offered me my job back. Oh well.

Then had lunch with lil michael...was nice to get to see him again. Really nice guy...someone I definately do not regret ever meeting.

Then it was time to hit the road. 10 hrs later...I arrived in Charleston near 1am. Boy I was TIRED!!!

Nemo did really well on this trip. He had a blast at moms...even found him a pet turtle to keep. And he slept in the car to and from, which I didnt expect. He is such a good puppy and is indeed my lil boy. And tho he slept in the car, he was still my counselor as I talked his head off.

Wednesday...well. Was different. I was lazy in bed..trying to recover from all of the above when I discovered a few things from someone online. Now, I hate drama period so I did what I could to handle it. I am not going to mention names as there is no need too. Just for the person who reads this and knows what I am talking about, just remember to be upfront. You will often find the things you try to hide are not as bad as the act of hiding them itself.

Last night...was fun. Our morning show anchor is leaving for WI so we had a going away party for her at Torch. My friend Buddy from MSNBC was also in town so he joined me and Zack there. Was a good time. I had several LIT's!!! And boy I was feeling it.

Buddy and I then went to Dudleys for a bit. He started to get sick...
So Kevin actually took me home. And Kevin, if you read this...thank you for the talk last night. You are an amazing friend.

And to Nemo, thank you for not barking while I type this ...this morning. ....Dammit..spoke too soon. Okay, time to take him out.

Til next time.

Coffee ..Old Men...and a Broken Chair..

So I am in Louisville right now. Sitting at DAYS coffee shop. For those of you that know me...I don't drink coffee..so I stand out. I am actually having a red bull. Old men are staring at me. Sigh...thank goodness I have this laptop to stare at. Safe. Course...I am sitting in a broken chair. So I am constantly rocking myself and that was getting the attn of some too. oh well.

So far the weekend has been pretty good. Not as much "fun" as I had hoped...but a nice break. IT is good to see family and friends. But..most importantly..it is giving me time to think. And oh boy ...have I done alot of that.

Well..I am gonna end this for now..I have been slacking on taking pics here. Oh well.

A Full Moon...and the Ocean

What a great night tonight was. I wish I could go into more detail...but I cannot as there are some "pending" situations that have to be sorted out this weekend. But I promise I will go back and update this post once I am able to do so. I just really needed last night and w/o a doubt...was a fantasy turned reality.

I am still planning to pack up the Nemster and head to Louisville. Several are worried about me making it there since its about 10 hrs...but I feel I need to risk it. I really need to see family right now and I want to spend my bday surrounded around people I care about and know. No matter what, expect one hellva post once I return. I will have my laptop with me so I may post while there too..dunno. I will try to take pics!!! Okay...time to get a shower and head to hell.

Life and its turns...

After an exhausting mental day...the evening was a relief. An unexpected friend was there to listen. If we only had more people like that in our life to do such a simple task. More to come later.

JOSH visits Charleston

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He is still here..but this is a pic from last night at Dudleys. That boy was druuuuuuuunk. But we had a good time. Nothing like dancing to Hollaback Girl :)

NEMO goes to the beauty shop...

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Aww...isn't he cute!! He smells good too. He walks around the neighborhood now thinking he's the shit. Just like his daddy :)

Batter Up...

Zack and I went to the Riverdogs game here in town on Tuesday. He brough this friend Josh along as well (see below).

I don't remember much of the game. Beer was just a 1.00 :)

Nate owes me a pic that I will post soon. *giggles with anticipation*



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Charleston will be my home for awhile...

Well...I signed my contract today. It is a long story...but after getting the call yesterday that I basically had 48 hrs to sign, pressure was on. I had a long talk with my boss and some things were added/taken under consideration that I feel will alleviate any concerns I had. So... *raises glass* here is to 3 years on the beach ;)

Nate

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Here are a couple pics of Nate. He FINALLY sent me some I could use other than the small ones from my cam phone. Of course I plan to take more in the future...especially incriminating ones. He is cute...but can't guess at puzzles very well. Oh well. :)

Nate 

Read without a comment??

Okay..so several of you are like "hey...I read your blog...blah blah". Yet no one comments? :) I mean..I know you bitches have something to say. Never stopped ya before. If it won't let you leave a comment..there is a comment box at the bottom left of this page that anyone can use.

Anyhoo..things are going good. Weekend shows kinda sucked. YET..I had an amazing phone call at work last night. This lady calls in.. with this following dialogue:

Me: Weather this is Brian.
Her: Oh..oh my. I didn't think I would get you directly.
Me: Okay ma'm...
Her: I am not sure if you will remember me or not...but this is Mrs. Beck.
Me: (Thinking...Mrs. Beck..Mrs. Beck)
Me: Mrs. Beck! My 7th grade teacher???
Her: Yup...it's me!! I am in town from Louisville with my sisters and I turned the TV on and I was like...I know him..I tought that boy! Granted...you have grown up alot since I last saw you...you were 12 years old.


So at anyrate...that was a call I wouldn't have expected in a million years. And ironcially...I had thought about her just last week. She loved snickers bars..and would wrestle any student to the ground if they dared take one. Good thing for her I never really liked snickers :)

Oh what a night...

I have had a rough couple of days...so it was nice to get out for a while. But what toppped the cake was getting to see Nate. Being around him....I dunno..just makes me smile. I just have this overwhelming urge to hold him forever. We talked about some plans tonight...some of which may be a surprise for those of you back home :) But for now....it is time for sleep. nite nite

I hate these types of days...

I called in this morning. I just could not go in. In fact..I sat around all night and most of the day just staring at the wall. Once again I find myself drowning in this issue of what do i do now? Tough time to be lonely....

FIRST STORM HAS FORMED

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Awwww

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Nate fell asleep...so I had to give him a pop kiss of course :) Sucha baby.

Nate and Zack

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This is Nate and Zack after hanging out at Coconut Joes. Zack was wanting to steal mattresses from the Holiday Inn behind them. Ugh...stained matresses.

Pork chops..mmm

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My famous country cooking. This was for Nate. He liked it (so he said). Drew I am sure you miss seeing all this grease :)

Pause for a Song

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This is Zach and I singing...while driving about 55 mph. Hey..when its a good song..you have to stop and enjoy the moment :)

Folly Beach

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This is Folly Beach. Hard to see I know, but this was on Monday. Nate and I went there...man...we got fried!!

COMPUTER NIGHTMARE

My pc has tons of viruses. So....I am in the middle of trying to fix it. But..its a pain. I have alot of pics to post soon...just may be another day or two. Sigh..I hate hackers.

Rain ruined it

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Well..I was out at the pool..then this downpour developed. This is a view off my balcony. Talk about tropical rains...geez. Oh well..guess I will clean inside instead :)

My bud Zack

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This is my bud Zack that some of you hear about. He looks like Jack alittle doesn't he? From Will and Grace? :) This was at Chick-Fi-La last night.

My baby. 

Gloomy Saturday

Okay..so I am sitting here debating whether or not to go back to bed. I really need the sleep...but have SOO much to do. Hmm. Took Nemo out this morning..and once again his leash got caught onto my shorts and they fell down. I think he is trying to embarass me. Bastard. Here is a pic of him :) Ok..sleep won.

Why the switch?

Well...I came across someone that used a profile like this. Not that I hated Xanga..but found that I could use more features with this and I liked the look of it. Soooooo I will be back shortly with more. This thing just made me post something to start it. Sigh..pushy pushy.