UPDATE (8/29/2009):
Most of the guys here know that recently some changes have happened to me and for the better. As of today, I am living in an extended stay hotel while waiting on the start of a new job (begins September 9th) and by the end of the month, I should be in an apartment. The last 2 years have been a very large mistake for me and it took that long for me to realize it. I was living in a toxic place and while I did rant a lot about it, I really didn’t do anything about it. It was worked out for me. I’ve come to realize that even at 47, it is never too late to start over and move forward again. The lessons that I have learned I already knew, but apparently I needed to be reminded. The universe has a way of doing that. I know who I am and I am comfortable with whom I am and I make no apologies for who I am. I have made mistakes, done things for the right reasons and failure has come my way many times, but I know it is within me to rise again. It is within each of us to do this so long as we recognize our part in the situations and formulate realistic plans to move forward. I have done this and it is working thus far. I am looking forward gleefully toward the next few months.

I’ve thus far met some great people here via the chats and forums. Some of the threads are silly fun and some are very serious issues that most of us, if not all of us, should take part in because they affect us all. No matter your political persuasion, get involved and participate. To say that you don’t care about politics or what is happening in this country simply means you would rather have other people make the decisions for you. There is power within each of us to effect change, if only we would recognize it and nurture it. There is nothing cheesy or cliché’ about trying to make your community or surroundings better for all involved.

Because of things that have happened in the last few months before the new beginning, I have taken a hiatus from working out. But I will be getting back to it after the transition to the new job and apartment is complete. I am not down on myself about it. The situation just calls for this option, but I will get back at it soon, aside from taking a walk around the property where I am staying.

Blog and other things about me here: http://www.myspace.com/eriktaurean


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UPDATE (8/31/2009):
I have been single now for about 14 years. There are reasons, but the main one is that I know what type of relationship I want and I know how I am in relationships. What I expect is what I should be giving and since at this time in my life I am not equipped to give back that which I want, I can’t see pursuing anything at this time, but I will say the right guy could change my mind. In case you want a snapshot of the kind of guys I like physically, just take a look at my hotlist, no real type per se’. As far as age is concerned, I am open, but I have a general rule of not dating anyone young enough to be my son nor old enough to be my dad. Kind of like the “Half plus 10 equation on the lower end and plus 10 on the upper end. Monogamy must be in place. It is not a joke to me and it is NOT negotiable. I am NOT into open relationships. And as for being single, I DON’T do hook ups. I appreciate a man (men) who is honest with himself and others, comfortable in his own skin and makes no apologies for it without being an ass. Guys like this, whether of a romantic nature or friends are the ones I tend to gravitate towards.

And since this has been a topic of late, know your HIV status. There is absolutely no reason to put yourself or your partner in any type of danger. Although AIDS is no longer the automatic death sentence it use to be, it is still nothing to dismiss. I lived through the height of the AIDS crisis and came out unscathed. I have seen a great number of profiles here that say they practice safe sex, but the HIV status area is blank. It is important guys. Get tested! This conversation will be had at some point.


What's Your Personality Type?
You Are An ESTJ

The Guardian

You're a natural leader and a quick, logical decision maker.
Goals are important in your life, and you take many steps to achieve them.
You enjoy interacting with others, mostly through work related activities.
Your high energy level means that you are great at getting things done!

In love, you tend to bring stability to relationships.
You feel comfortable being in charge, and you enjoy being a provider.

At work, you take charge. You thrive in structured environments and don't mind enforcing the rules.
You would make a great teacher, judge, or police detective.

How you see yourself: Realistic, stable, and pragmatic
When other people don't get you, they see you as: Rigid, bound to rules, and a bad listener

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