Jul 01
For the last 5 years I have been a part of the AIDS Walk here in San Francisco. Seldom front page news any more, AIDS is still a major crisis that’s not going away any time soon.
While not necessarily a death sentence in first world nations, AIDS continues to take a huge toll in the third world. Over 25 million people in Africa are HIV positive. In 2006 alone, 2.1 million people died, while an 2.8 million became infected. And as of 2005, an estimated 12 million children, 18 and under, were orphaned by the disease.
In the United States, it is believed that more than 1 million are infected with HIV, many unreported. And much of that in the gay community.
The numbers are staggering and difficult to comprehend. It’s hard to know what to do to help. So I walk.
I’m not a scientist. I’m not a researcher. I’m not a doctor. So what can I do? I walk.
I walk for a number of reasons: to be with friends, both old and new; to socialize; to exercise; to get outdoors (and away from this damn computer which is a very good thing); and most importantly, at least in a small way, make a difference.
You can make a difference too.
I’m not the most successful fund raiser. That is certain. But I try. If you can’t join me, then take a virtual walk by sponsoring me in this year’s AIDS Walk.
Together we can make a dent in those numbers. And any dent makes a difference. And if we all contribute, even in a small way, it can make a HUGE difference. Trust me.
Sponsor me in the SF AIDS Walk 2007
To find out more about AIDS and its impact visit: http://www.avert.org/
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posts from the past...
February 23, 2004
Well, this has been a long time in coming. I’ve wanted to set up an online journal, or “blog” for sometime. I am sure you are all understandably curious. I thought this was a good way to let everyone know what’s going on with me, because as you know it’s always about me. Plus, it [...]
October 2, 2008
A picture is worth a thousand words, particularly in this case. Below is a word cloud of Palin’s answers in the Vice Presidential debate with Joe Biden. Words that were said more frequently are larger, also, relative to others, also. Very interesting, don’t you think? Reminds me of the “blizzard of words” comment made by [...]
October 1, 2008
As many of you know, Chad — my partner and best friend of 8 years — tied the knot late last month. We’d like to thank everyone who shared the special day with us (and thankyou cards will be in the mail shortly, we promise :), and hope everyone had a wonderful time. I know our memories will last a life time.
I know for many it was their first same-sex wedding, and hopefully won’t be their last. Unless of course Proposition 8 passes in November, and that my friends, is the hangover.
If Proposition 8 passes, all same-sex weddings in the state of California will come to an end, and may invalidate our own wedding, as well as all gay and lesbian weddings since June of this year. While polls look favorable at the moment, a 50% plus majority rejecting the measure, a lot can change between now and November. If you can, visit NOONPROP8.COM and lend your support.
On a brighter note, we have finally posted our engagement and wedding photos
I know for many it was their first same-sex wedding, and hopefully won’t be their last. Unless of course Proposition 8 passes in November, and that my friends, is the hangover.
If Proposition 8 passes, all same-sex weddings in the state of California will come to and end, and may invalidate our own wedding, as well as all the gay and lesbian weddings since June of this year. While polls look favorable at the moment, a 50% plus majority rejecting the measure, a lot can change between now and November. If you can, visit NOONPROP8.COM and lend your support.
On a brighter note, we have finally posted our engagement and wedding photos
May 10, 2006
We are crossing the pond this weekend, visiting London and Paris for a much needed break. This is my first trip to Europe and can’t wait to roam the halls of Windsor Castle with the Queen Mum, and scour the Louvre with Danny Brown, hoping he can explain what all the fuss is about.
In our [...]
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