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I got creative with a post it note and some white out. I was bored.

I called my parents tonight to tell them I would be delaying my trip home to Minnesota one week on the count that I am broke. They seemed less then thrilled. I am looking forward to a trip back to Minnesota next week. The trip would have worked out much better this week because I have three days off but shit does indeed happen.

Check this out: http://www.retrocrush.com/archive2006/annoying2005/index.html
Anyone know where I can get a "I get it on with boys that vote." t-shirt?

Happy Birthday Kaiya!

My good friend and neighbor Kaiya celebrated her birthday yesterday. Mike, Ruth and I met up with her at Monarch Lounge downtown. We didn't stay too long because it was amateur night downtown. I can't deal with downtown on the weekends, all the fucking suburbanites venture out of their hood and into downtown. Downtown is something to be enjoyed on Sunday nights. I hope to further celebrate with Ms. Kaiya this week.

I got my car back on Friday night! It drives like a dream come true! Although it cost me a small fortune to repair the ghetto glide, I am glad that it is now in great working condition and sitting in front of my apartment. Not having a car for four days really wasn't so bad. I am very lucky to have such great friends that made sure I made it to work.

Zulema Exits!

This stupid Project Runway show has got me by the horns. I don't watch much TV but, last week when I was being anti-social I came across this survivor-esque, wreck on a runway Bravo production. Thank God I don't work Wednesday nights(Wed. 9/8 central on Bravo.) The Nubian like princess with beautiful skin and a cut throat personality, Zulema, was voted off Fashion Avenue last night. I was quite shocked. Now, I am by no means a fashion critic but I thought Zulema would last longer. She seemed to possess raw talent. Of course my drama teacher in high school told me I have raw talent and years later I realize that was a nice way of saying, you have no talent, but honestly I mean it, Zulema (in my opinion) is a very talented designer. Good Luck Chica! I can't fucking wait for next week!

reason #1 to move to New York City

I got the call! Car repairs for the periwinkle ford will cost $707, sob! Something about some flap is stuck and must be replaced. All repairs must be made from the rear. Mike said "at least that’s how we like it girl." I will pick it up in the morning and, let me tell you the bitch better drive like butta.

My latest chili venture is in the crock pot at the moment. The ingredients tonight are: Tomato Sauce, sliced stewed tomatoes, chicken, onion, red pepper, jalapeno, garlic, spinach, corn, peas and mushrooms. I have omitted beans from this latest concoction. I am expecting great things from my crock pot!

dining with celebrities

Matt and Mike invited me to dinner last night, along with their friend Steven from San Francisco. It was up to chef Matt to cook. It was excellent! We had dessert and coffee at The Market downtown then Mike and I had a night cap and stumbled our way through a game of pool at The Wrangler. Matt joined us later. It was a really wonderful evening! Earlier yesterday Matt was made famous by news4: http://cbs4denver.com/video/?id=12904@kcnc.dayport.com

release endorphin’s

After a month and half lapse I have finally returned to the gym. On Monday morning around 1am I decided to go to the gym. When I sit at home considering a visit to the gym I somehow seem to talk my way out of it because it seems like such a big production. Today I was running and thinking about how quickly the time passes when you work out and how little of a production it is to go. I feel much better after my two workouts this week and I am going to push myself to keep going. We'll see!

My car is at the shop. I am waiting for the car dude to call me and tell me how much green im going to surrender to make the ghetto glide well again, sigh.

For a good time check out this blog: http://postsecret.blogspot.com

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The Broncos aren't going to Detroit next Sunday, and it's a darn shame. The amount of pride this city has for it's beast of burden is incredible, that is, when they're winning. I shouldn't say that, Denverites love their sports and they love their Broncos. I would have to say one of the most significant differences between Denver and the Twin Cities, is the culture in Denver is sports based, whereas, the culture in the Twin Cities is much more artsy. Either way, it's nice to see the hometown team in the top 5. :-)



Last night Smay and I left work early to go out on a Saturday night live civilized folk. We had drinks and dinner at Zengo in Riverfront Park. The atmosphere was really very nice but the food was underwhelming. The calamari was quite good but the empinadas and shrimp tempura rolls were uninspiring. The drinks were a bit too pricey.

We enjoyed a night cap at Don's mixed drinks (Denver's oldest tavern.)

Like an old married couple we retreated to my place to watch movies. We watched Two for the Money and Into the Blue. I thought Two for the Money was poignant and griping. Into the Blue was nail biting at first but grew predictable towards the end.

I would have to say we had a lovely evening.

I have finally come to terms with 2005 Part 2

January
I hosted a New Years Eve Party. The food turned out great. Around midnight it turned into a sausage party good for some guests, bad for others.

February
I turned 26. I Celebrated with friends at Wazee Supper Club


Smay and I went to Buenos Aires.

Mike & Matt adopted Bailey.

March
I Ran 123 Miles in one month.

April
I Attended four Rockies games. (I attended 4 all year, all in april.)

May

A group of us saw The Rockey Horror Picture show performed live and on screen at the Oriental Theatre.

A group of us Saw Erasure at the Paramount Theatre

June
I Told my parents that I am gay.

July

We had a great 4th party at the Condo. I made a 4th of July Cake.

August

I Hiked my first 14er, Mt Bierstadt.

A group of us went white water rafting trip.

September
A group of us saw Tori Amos at Red Rocks Amphitheater.
Kayia and I saw Dave Matthews Band at Red Rocks Amphitheater.


Joerg and Uli visited Denver. I had'nt seen either of them since 1991.

I Celebrated 8 years with UAL.

October
Mom retired after 34 years of teaching.
A group of is saw Gwen Steffani in Concert.
I Met Troy. (officilly)

November
Rebecka Medin visited Denver.

December
Kaiya and I saw Dave Matthews at Madison Square Garden 2 nights in a row.
I spent 36 hours with family in Las Vegas for the Christmas Holiday.

detached from society

I really am a geek. My sleep pattern is completely ridiculous. When I do go into public I see green elongated diamond shaped mood meters floating above everyone’s head.

Just after Christmas I installed the Sims2 on my computer. It was exciting at first but, I longed for more. I installed nightlife and university expansion packs. And thus began my withdrawal from human interaction. I designed incredible people with beautiful homes and twisted lives.

School began this week. I made the executive decision to remove the Sims from my computer. Maybe now I can concentrate on real life.

& so to celebrate
Matt & Mike had Ellen, Eric & I over for a lovely dinner.

Afterwards, Eric, Julie & I went to the Hi Dive to work off dinner.

where the hell has ruth been?

i miss her terribly.

I have finally come to terms with 2005

2005 was a turbulent year for me. It really should not have been. It's not like anything incredibly traumatic happened but, I was an emotional roller coaster. I am happier and more stable in January 2006 than I was in January 2005. A series of events (or non events) took place which put a large barrier between a very close group of friends of mine. I would never call the rift or drama ugly but it was hurtful. In the beginning I felt the loss of time I was experiencing with my friends was the end all. I was completely miserable. I lost sleep. I lost weight. All I could think about was this mess of a group of friends I had. I think it took more of a toll on me then most anyone around me realizes, or maybe not.

The old saying goes "Time heals all wounds." As simple as those words are, as simple as that phrase may sound; there was a time when I would not have believed it. There are times when I feel like I acted a fool, and I did. The whole experience has made me realize that I am still discovering who I am and I will probably never figure it out and that’s ok.

I had a heartfelt conversation with two close friends the other night who were privy to the situation and what we all decided was you can't regret knowing anyone. Every person that enters your life changes it, even those people that seem minor. You become the person you are because of the experiences you've had and the people you have been exposed to. And that I cannot regret.

I don't know if the rift will ever disappear. It would be nice to see everyone get along again, and in my dreams I wish we all could be a good group of friends again.

a story about 2 boys who spent a summer on a mountain together.

Jake and Heath did an excellent job. The Scenery was incredible!!! This film makes me want to camp in Wyoming. This film also makes me want to shag a cowboy. A tragic love story which portrays societies fault with homosexuality quite well. I did not expect it to be so dark and solemn. Admittedly I think it would have been much better less all the hype.

2005 becomes 2006

Well I'm glad that's over! I have very mixed emotions about 2005. I think it was a weird year for a lot of people. All I can say is Im' glad it's over but, I'm glad I experienced it... for the most part.

It seemed like no one around me had new years eve plans this year including me. A few of us ended up back at my place with Korbel Champagne and pizza. Game on! It was lovely and low key.

last picture of 2005


first picture of 2006