Thank goodness it’s Friday—and I’m working from home today. I’m off all next week for spring break and had some vacation time to use, so I’m really looking forward to a full week to relax and recharge.
Sorry this is posting a little later than usual. I got distracted this morning and almost forgot altogether, so I’m keeping this one short and sweet.
I began my life in the South and for five years lived as a closeted teacher, but am now making a new life for myself as an oral historian in New England. I think my life will work out the way it was always meant to be. That doesn't mean there won't be ups and downs; that's all part of life. It means I just have to be patient. I feel like October 7, 2015 is my new birthday. It's a beginning filled with great hope. It's a second chance to live my life…not anyone else's.
My profile picture is "David and Me," 2001 painting by artist Steve Walker. It happens to be one of my favorite modern gay art pieces.
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You must have been more than distracted with that cutie in your bed. HA! I’m off next week for what they call Reading Week at the University. Off from work but have doctors appt.s everyday except Wednesday. Getting ready for a hip replacement isn’t fun neither is getting older. Be well Joe and enjoy your time off. But I am writing. I just have finished essay 3 on Thoughts on War and Peace for my blog. A real balancing act.
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February 27th, 2026 at 9:34 am
He looks a real sweetie pie.
February 27th, 2026 at 11:08 am
How wonderful! I hope it’s a great time to rest, relax and enjoy some downtime and doing things for yourself. Enjoy!
February 27th, 2026 at 11:07 pm
You must have been more than distracted with that cutie in your bed. HA! I’m off next week for what they call Reading Week at the University. Off from work but have doctors appt.s everyday except Wednesday. Getting ready for a hip replacement isn’t fun neither is getting older. Be well Joe and enjoy your time off. But I am writing. I just have finished essay 3 on Thoughts on War and Peace for my blog. A real balancing act.