Wednesday, June 29, 2016

June 29, 2016 at 08:14PM

Stucco is going on the house. Seriously, everyday is something new. Yesterday all drywall was up and today is the stucco.

Friday, June 24, 2016

June 24, 2016 at 09:48AM

For the record, Cecil Long is not me or my alias. Not sure why he/she has my profile pic.

Thursday, June 23, 2016

June 23, 2016 at 03:25PM

Hey friends and family. Reg and I were very fortunate to have met the owners of Sugar Daddy Bakery here in Orlando. They are really dear friends. This is a great way to help out the staff and families at the Orlando Regional Medical Center http://ift.tt/28R8c0z

Monday, June 20, 2016

June 20, 2016 at 04:42PM

Ran across a giant turtle crossing the road while walking the dogs. When I say "giant", he was about Tucker's size. I stood back to make sure he made it across the road (and I didn't want him attacking me). A woman in a car drove by, stopped, picked him up, and walked him over to the lake. Felt like such a wussey...seriously, it was BIG http://ift.tt/28LNy0I

Friday, June 17, 2016

June 17, 2016 at 09:14AM

It's been a rough week. I reached a level of depression and frustration which had me turning everything off. The news and social media were just too much to take with the loss of so many people to the gay and Orlando community, a community which I am now a part of. I just couldn’t handle seeing the final texts of a son to his mother minutes before he is killed. I don’t want to hear your endless debates over your right to buy weapons. I don't care if it was terrorism, a hate crime or whatever... people were killed and it was by an American. I don't want to hear all insanity, because we should be better than this. I just turned it all off. It’s easy for me to do. Too easy, but you feel so dead inside. Today reminded me why I love social media so much. Family, friends, geeks, friends of friends, people I haven't even met but share the same passions with, thank you. I really do love and appreciate the wonderful birthday wishes. Keep watching Doctor Who, geek out, ride a bike, visit the mouse, love something with a passion, be nice to everyone, accept our differences, and please vote Clinton (sorry, had to throw that one in).

Monday, June 13, 2016

June 13, 2016 at 04:27PM

So this bike is parked across the street by the lake where we walk the dogs. It is parked in a parking spot in the same place for the past two weeks. Unlocked. Not vandalized. I've seen the owner making loops around the lake. It's not a great bike, but it is still used. This would never happen in DC. This bike would be stripped down to the frame within minutes or completely stolen. This makes me happy with living here in Orlando. I need to focus on the positive right now.

Sunday, June 12, 2016

June 12, 2016 at 07:21PM

Officially now dive certified. I sure don't feel like celebrating. First time being able to log online since this early morning. Have a three hour drive ahead of me and this state sickens me with gun stands and anti-abortion billboards all along the highway.

Saturday, June 11, 2016

June 11, 2016 at 05:30PM

Dive today went much better than expected. Had a blast with no panic attacks over the mask. It was beautiful at Blue Grotto. Thanks to all the great instructors and fellow trainees. Tomorrow we head out into the open waters of West Palm Beach. Seriously, I am ready for bed. Can barely keep my eyes open

Friday, June 10, 2016

June 10, 2016 at 12:17PM

Just booked my airfare and tickets for L.I. Who last night. Curious, who else is planning on going?

June 10, 2016 at 09:24AM

Yesterday we had our pre-dry wall construction meeting at the new house. It was tedious, but productive going over every socket, switch, cable, and A/C vent in the entire house. It looks like we are now going to close on July 28th, if all goes as planned (which I have no doubt SOMETHING will pop up to throw a wrench into the process).

Wednesday, June 08, 2016

June 08, 2016 at 11:38AM

This guy needs to divorce his wife and keep his stuff

June 08, 2016 at 10:01AM

Looking foward to seeing Whit Stillman's Love & Friendship tonight at Disney Springs. Erik - miss you...I'm sure this movie has been on your radar for awhile now.

Tuesday, June 07, 2016

June 07, 2016 at 08:27AM

I miss you Christopher and Stephen. You were our first friends we met in DC and consider you family. Thank you both for your love and friendship.

Monday, June 06, 2016

June 06, 2016 at 03:13PM

Seriously, I have been loving all the incredible photos everyone has been posting at Mega/Awesome/SpaceCity Super Ginormous Geek Cons over the past couple of days. Would have loved to be there, but I'm quickly discovering that I have a very low tolerance for crowds and queing up in epic lines (Disney included). While I might not have the opportunity to ever meet Capaldi, Smith, Tennant, or any other new Who stars, I'm very happy sticking to smaller low-key conventions. Gally is my home and has my heart. I miss Baltimore's (Re)Generation Con, even after only attending it the first year. Also, going to try L.I. Who for the first time this year, which I've heard nothing but great things about it. Hope to see my Gally friends there soon.

June 06, 2016 at 08:48AM

Happiest of birthdays to the love of my life, best friend, and partner in crime (when I can talk him into it). Love you Reginald.

Saturday, June 04, 2016

June 04, 2016 at 04:31PM

First day of scuba class in the pool. Passed the swimming test and didn't have an anxiety attack with all the gear on underwater. Struggling to move and stay awake at the moment. Thanks to Christopher for all the help and support.