Have you ever had a series of events happen where you just realized this was how something was meant to be? I have, and in part, this is what has me sitting at my keyboard coming out (again) as a mentor on "I Am A Mentor" day (which is celebrated during National Mentoring Month (which January … Continue reading Let me share something: I Am A Mentor!
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As I hinted in my earlier post, my time with Youth First Texas is coming to a close. While there has been a great deal of joy being a member of this organization, the internal struggles with personalities, and egos has made my ability to remain on the board all that more difficult. Today I … Continue reading Moving Onward and Forward
I'm going to start by stating my bias. I don't have a lot of love for my current HOA board, especially some of the decisions that they make. Many of the decisions appear to me - at least - to be self serving (this is where my bias comes in). Take for example the latest … Continue reading When A Neighborhood Becomes Unfriendly
June gives many of us all two reasons to celebrate. It’s GLBT Pride month and it’s my birthday (yes, another Gemini)! As you may know, I serve on the board of Youth First Texas. This year, I want to ask that if you were planning on celebrating my birthday with me that you take a … Continue reading a birthday request …
I've been thinking about making a post over the last few days, and each time I sit down to write something, I move onto something else. This morning, I read a post by danah boyd, and just wanted to post the link here. It is such a good read, and puts into words how I … Continue reading Inspired Reading
American Express is currently donating $1 for any AMEX card holder that signs up for the Members Project. Card members have been able to nominate a charity that will receive up to $5million to bring their idea to life. Currently, there are five finalists, and you can review each of these here. I'd like to … Continue reading Amex Members Project: Donors Choose
Thursday evening, Chris and I attended Quad C Theatre's recent production, Light up the Sky by Moss Hart. According to the Quad C site, the play is a delightful comedy that revolves around a group of New York theatre-folk who attend the opening of their new play in Boston. The lead actress, the backer, and … Continue reading Light up the Sky
On Sunday (10/1/2006), I participated with a group of friends and Frisco Prider's in the AIDS Arms Life Walk 2006. Our group raised over $2,500 for this event - a fantastic effort! Here is a group shot before the walk began. Clicking on the image will open a larger version.
On Sunday (10/1/2006), I participated with a group of friends and Frisco Prider's in the AIDS Arms Life Walk 2006. Our group raised over $2,500 for this event - a fantastic effort! Here is a group shot before the walk began. From left: Nicole, Jonas, Nick, Chris, me, Daniel, & Ian (Dawson is in front)