Comments for Teaching Thomas

Comment on Into the Mountains Again by Thom

Thom — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 04:23:32 +0000

Dear Seumas,

Thank you for the great sentiment. I can only admit to learning more and more as I go, and along that way, I need to be okay with making mistakes. I’m getting better at it, but it’s still a process. Being kind to myself when those mistakes happen, while still learning from those mistakes, is key.

Comment on Into the Mountains Again by Seumas

Seumas — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 18:39:55 +0000

“…being kinder to myself is the way I need to go in order to get on with my life.”

Truer words are rarely spoken.

Namaste,
Seumas

Comment on Grateful Realizations by Thom

Thom — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 19:45:07 +0000

Well, now. Color me flattered. Thank you!

Comment on Grateful Realizations by Dennis

Dennis — Mon, 02 Apr 2012 17:50:46 +0000

I use the word awesome alot; I am like a native Southern Californian after all! But I don’t use it lightly. You are awesome. Definition:
so impressive or overwhelming as to inspire a strong feeling of admiration.

Comment on March by BosGuy

BosGuy — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 21:42:21 +0000

Nice to read this and to hear you’re interested in two guys. Even better to read that you’re going to deny your inner-Lesbian and keep things moving slowly. Glad March has been a good month for you.

Cheers,
BosGuy

Comment on The Reset by Thom

Thom — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 18:27:41 +0000

Thanks Ramble! It’s been quite a journey so far here in Denver. I’m realizing I’ve come a long way, and have a long way to go, all at the same time. Welcome to my crazy, I guess?

Comment on The Reset by Ramble Redhead

Ramble Redhead — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 17:51:52 +0000

Wishing you all the best! I have been doing the same thing working on me, focusing on things I like to do and write more and read more. I am feeling better and hope you are as well.

Comment on Snowy Saturday by Thom

Thom — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 18:40:52 +0000

Helen! It’s been too long since I’ve written or contacted you, and for that I am dutifully apologetic. I will do all I can to keep moving forward, and enjoy the ride along the way. Living in the present-tense is the challenge, and I happily accept. Even if it’s the hardest thing I’ll ever do.

XX
T

Comment on Snowy Saturday by Thom

Thom — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 18:38:10 +0000

Thanks, mister! Yeah, since I’ve decided to stay, a lot of good things seem to be happening. I am finding myself able to get closer to those around me, and there’s a noticeable difference in the quality of conversations I have with those I am meeting and getting to know. They might be able to sense I’m here and not going anywhere for a while, and can start to trust me with the details. I’m not sure.

And, yes, Nathaniel and I will work it out, somehow. It’s not a cache I want to have, to be honest. Getting the past back into the past, and moving forward will be a huge relief. For myself, and I think for him too. XX T

Comment on Snowy Saturday by BosGuy

BosGuy — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 18:25:55 +0000

I’m glad I read the post and can see that you are finally settling into life in the Rockies. I’m assuming you are feeling better (physically) and fully recovered. I’m also assuming that you and Nathaniel will be able to work out the details. I suppose being a gay divorcee may have some nice cache and make you seem exotic in a place like Denver where Gay marriage is not yet legal. ;-o

BosGuy

Comment on Snowy Saturday by Helen

Helen — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 12:30:49 +0000

Sorry to hear you’ve not been well. Glad to hear you are now ready to move on from your ties with Nate and that you have managed to maintain a friendship there. It’s difficult to break those ties, but you can’t move on without doing that. Keep the dreams going, we all need our dreams! Much love comes your way xxx

Comment on Teaching Thomas 004 by Thom

Thom — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:44:47 +0000

Thank you! I actually think I’ll sound more like Eartha Kitt the older I get! You’re very sweet, and thanks for Downloading!

Comment on Teaching Thomas 004 by Treavioli

Treavioli — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 07:15:30 +0000

Thom, I’ve said this before but you have a very ‘young’ voice, like when you’re 50 you’d still sound 23. Also, is it weird that while you were talking I was “mmhmm-ing” and “yeah-ing” as if it were a real conversation.

Glad you’re feeling better. And I heard Clock Opera back there. 70 pts for kickass-ness. :]

Comment on Vermont by Treavioli

Treavioli — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 06:40:50 +0000

The homesick part is what I call a breakthrough. It’s good to be honest with yourself sometimes, if not all the time.

Good luck with your journey. I’ll be reading and rooting for you!

Comment on Teaching Thomas 004 by Thom

Thom — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 06:10:12 +0000

Thank you Sir!!

It’s been quite the transition back, and I’m forever feeling transitory. Exploring the concept of ‘home’ has touched some pretty big nerves – and is exactly where my writing needs to go.

Xx
Thom

Comment on Teaching Thomas 004 by kyle

kyle — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 05:36:49 +0000

You have changed quite a bit through this last year. you seem to me to be more settled in yourself. am very happy to hear that you are finding a few people that you can connect with in Denver. stay open to people that may come into your life and show you how great a man you’ve become. love hearing everything about your visit to vermont and how your writing is getting along. i look fwd to the next podcast. cheers!

Comment on A Little Thing by Thom

Thom — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 18:42:05 +0000

If my writing has done any one of those things, then I feel very successful, and a bit more sure that I’m on the right track here. Thank you!

Comment on Feast of Friends by Thom

Thom — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 18:39:53 +0000

I’m quickly adding you to that list, mister.

Comment on Vermont by Thom

Thom — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 18:39:27 +0000

That’s a fascinating concept. And very zen-like, if I might say so. Being in the moment, and living in the present, is something I often struggle with. That said, I know how to enjoy a moment in time, and I know how to relish the energy that comes when one allows those moments to exist in totality, rather than in little fragments. Perhaps you’re right, I do need to ponder the idea of being versus becoming a bit more.

Thank you for all of your lovely comments and thoughts. I look forward to seeing you again very soon!

Comment on Feast of Friends by Citizenmunky

Citizenmunky — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 18:09:05 +0000

Sounds like letting go and just being works well for you.
Sonny, Chad, and Jonah are some of the best people in Denver. You’ve landed on your feet and landed well.

Namaste

Comment on December On My Mind by Citizenmunky

Citizenmunky — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 18:03:01 +0000

Looking forward to another coffee chat sitting pondering our beards moment. I find your mind interesting. I find that your thoughts here resonate at times bringing me that feeling of known. Of comfort. Yet you also introduce new angles new directions new thoughts. Fascinating.

Namaste

Comment on A Little Thing by Citizenmunky

Citizenmunky — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 17:57:05 +0000

Lots going on here. A bit we touched on over coffee or the drive after coffee. Lots of thoughts swirling around in my head. If and when they became clear enough to share I will. Until then I’ll say your writing your sharing has done what writing should do. Made us, made me, think and feel.

Namaste

Comment on Vermont by Citizenmunky

Citizenmunky — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 17:41:11 +0000

Have you ever mentally played with the concept / idea of being versus becoming?

That was a great read thanks for posting it.

Comment on A Little Thing by Christa

Christa — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 15:28:41 +0000

Please please please do share this at the res. Let me know when/if you read because this is great. I’d love to hear it out loud.

Comment on Reflections on New Mexico by Thom

Thom — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 02:59:49 +0000

Graveetas,

I did listen to a lot of dance music on my trip to Santa Fe, as I did when I first moved out here to Denver. Honestly, it’s the same sort of music I enjoy when I go running. Dance/Trance/Electronic/Whatever kind of music that takes me out of my immediate head-space and puts me somewhere else is always a joy to have along for the ride or run.

The countryside out here is something majestic. I tried my best to capture it in photos, but my little camera did not do it enough justice. Simply put, I felt tiny. I felt like a very, very small speck of life on a vast plain of nature that didn’t really give a damn about me and my simple issues. This, for me, helped me to get some perspective on a lot of things that I’ve been over-thinking for a while now. It was like a giant reset, and just what I needed.

Thanks for the comment and thanks for reading!! Happy New Year, too!

Comment on Reflections on New Mexico by graveetas

graveetas — Mon, 02 Jan 2012 02:36:14 +0000

There is something other worldly about snow in the desert. The last picture on your Flickr account is very Edward Hopper-like. From your twitter feed, it seemed like you listened to a lot of dance music on your drive was that to keep you up on your drive?

Comment on At the Corner of Bramhall and Congress by Treavioli

Treavioli — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 06:33:26 +0000

Wow.

I know this is more than a piece of writing, but I’m attracted to the craft, the carefully chosen words, the sequence… and also, what’s being sad. I’ve never been in that situation.

I value the courage of the “I” — it’s hard to choose ourselves over a person we love and believe in.

Comment on The Creativity by Treavioli

Treavioli — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 05:53:08 +0000

It is so true to experience or share you art. I feel for writers, who tend to be introverted, that it’s especially important. All of my writer friends are experiencing “doldrums” or blocks in their writing. And it’s so obvious how that happens. When you write, you’re in the zone, you’re not thinking about anything other than the story, the characters, the setting, the plot… But you should step out of that story into another world (other’s art) to gain perspective so that then you can delve back into it with fresh eyes and mind.

And besides are minds need a break from figuring out the details—to consume.

I’m glad you had an awesome day. He’s cute too.

Comment on December On My Mind by Michelle

Michelle — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 02:12:47 +0000

Hey Thomas, fellow Mainer with ties to Denver here. I stumbled across this and wanted to wave.

I am in my own ‘middle’ right now. I recently saw an article that described middles as fertile ground. It sounds like you are planting your fertile ground well. Keep it up!

Comment on December On My Mind by Treavioli

Treavioli — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 06:30:47 +0000

I think we enter this state of in-between often in our lives. It’s rather uncomfortable because our first instinct is to keep holding on to what we’re growing from; kind of like a hermit crab carrying around two shells.

Mastering letting go is hard, but definitely doable.

Comment on Teaching Thomas 002 by Treavioli

Treavioli — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 06:09:53 +0000

It’s so amazing that you’ve found a cool collective of great people. It seems like there’s an abundance of couples in Denver (well, I know of one that flocked there). And actually me and my ex were going to move there. Crazy.

Also, check out Boulder if you can.

PS Your voice is so cute — I mean, manly and gruff. Yes.

Comment on Feast of Friends by Treavioli

Treavioli — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 05:40:13 +0000

This is awesome. It’s comforting to know what cosmic being has your back when new changes happen in our lives. Happy belated Thanksgiving.

Comment on Driving Down from the Mountains by Thom

Thom — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 05:28:54 +0000

UGH…I have had nothing but trouble with this video. You can get it here too: http://youtu.be/FdIaieAl7Rk

Enjoy and thanks for the comment!

Comment on Driving Down from the Mountains by Treavioli

Treavioli — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 05:24:00 +0000

I am unable to watch the video, but it’s great that you’re exploring your town. There’s always something to do when we’re bored.

Comment on Driving Down from the Mountains by BosGuy

BosGuy — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 21:07:05 +0000

I know this is unrelated, but I wanted to wish you a very happy thanksgiving in your new home.

Comment on Weekend Revelations by Thom

Thom — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 14:26:45 +0000

Yeah. I’m a pretty stubborn guy, but eventually, and at my own pace, I get there. I’ve been missing England since I boarded the plane in August of ’08. I check frequently for teaching jobs and opportunities there. After grad school is done, and I’ve improved my credentials, my hope is to return.

I love and miss you all over there!!

Thanks for the comment Auntie Helen!!

Comment on Weekend Revelations by Helen

Helen — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 10:48:11 +0000

At last!!!
You finally get what we here in dear old Blighty tried to get you to see when you were here. It has taken you some time to get it!
Yeah!

Comment on One Month Here by Helen

Helen — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 10:36:53 +0000

We took you under our wings not for you accent, but because you were a lost soul. Then we all fell under your spell and loved you. We miss you, still. Much love and best wishes come your way.

Comment on Weekend Revelations by Thom

Thom — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 14:58:01 +0000

Thanks Cassie! It’s been a weird realization, but a good one. It’s something lots of my friends have been trying to teach me for the past year or so now. I’m finally understanding the lesson.

Comment on Weekend Revelations by Cassie

Cassie — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 14:06:40 +0000

Squeal! Sounds like Brian is a breathe of fresh (Colorado) air! And I love everything you are saying about not fitting a into a mold, but just being yourself! I am so happy for you!

Comment on One Month Here by Thom

Thom — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 00:31:29 +0000

Why thank you Chris! It’s a massive change from an area of the map I’m very, very accustomed to, but I really like it here. It suits me well, in a lot of ways. I hope you are well back east, and keep those Portland boys in line for me!

Comment on One Month Here by Chris

Chris — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 00:23:16 +0000

I admire you for your ability to take the chance, Live the dream!

Comment on On a Glorious Friday by Wolf's shadow

Wolf's shadow — Sun, 30 Oct 2011 15:50:39 +0000

The call of the wild!

Comment on From Maine to Colorado by Thom

Thom — Sat, 22 Oct 2011 00:07:12 +0000

VV!

Thank you! The audio kind of fell apart at the end, but I’m glad you enjoyed it. Denver, and now living in the burbs of Lakewood, have been, and continue to be, great for me. This is exactly what I needed!

It’s time I did a podcast about it!

Xx
Thom

Comment on From Maine to Colorado by Veritable Virgo

Veritable Virgo — Fri, 21 Oct 2011 23:57:40 +0000

Just getting back here. Glad you’re enjoying Denver. If I were younger and had an adventurous soul I might look to do similar things. So much beauty across this country that I may never experience. You have courage to uproot yourself and do this type of traveling. That creates just a tiny bit of envy for which I am not ashamed.

Comment on From Maine to Colorado by Thom

Thom — Sat, 15 Oct 2011 17:06:48 +0000

Thanks!! It wasn’t much to see, which, for me, was kind of the point.

Comment on From Maine to Colorado by BosGuy

BosGuy — Sat, 15 Oct 2011 16:50:43 +0000

Great Vid Thom… Never seen Nebraska before and something tells me your vid is the closest I’ll get to it. Enjoyed watching and I’ll be looking for updates.

Cheers,
BosGuy

Comment on From Maine to Colorado by Thom

Thom — Thu, 13 Oct 2011 16:06:00 +0000

Thanks VV! I’m pretty sure you did via the Facebooks I will be venturing out of Colorado at some point – hopefully towards the southwest some more – maybe a visit to our favorite Kleenex-caster in Tuscon!! But that won’t be for a while. I’ve got some settling in to do, furniture to buy, bills to pay. Still, I *LOVE* it here, and am so glad I made this move. Denver is SUCH a great city.

XX
Thanks for the compliments and comments mister!

Comment on From Maine to Colorado by Veritable Virgo

Veritable Virgo — Thu, 13 Oct 2011 15:58:46 +0000

Thomas,

Loved sharing the journey with you. Great job with the video project. Happy belated 34th birthday, my friend. (Can’t remember if I wished you when it happened). Hope there will be more to come. Did you ever say why you were venturing out to Colorado? I don’t recall. At any rate, take care…

V.V.

Comment on Being Here by Thom

Thom — Mon, 10 Oct 2011 15:23:01 +0000

I’ve been told, a lot, to give myself some time. I see it as a huge challenge.

Comment on Being Here by BosGuy

BosGuy — Sun, 09 Oct 2011 22:41:41 +0000

Good luck buddy – you can do it. Careful if you are running out there. The altitude really kicked my butt a few years back when I went out for a run.

Comment on Being Here by David

David — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 14:05:17 +0000

Exciting new stuff!

Comment on Today Is It by Jon

Jon — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 21:21:18 +0000

Enjoy the journey! Can’t wait to hear about your adventures!

Comment on Today Is It by Thom

Thom — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 17:46:50 +0000

Welcome and thank you for the comment! I’m looking forward to the solo time behind the wheel. A lot, actually. I need the headspace.

Thanks again for the visit and come again soon!

Xx
Thom

Comment on Today Is It by JD

JD — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 17:11:13 +0000

Very fascinating. Having not read any of the other posts, all I can say is that life indeed is a journey. Unfortunately not everyone knows when it is time to move on. Congratulations.
Jeff (newer + contact)

Comment on Today Is It by Cassie

Cassie — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 12:29:40 +0000

I can’t wait to read about your journey! I know you’ll take lots of pictures!

Comment on Bittersweet by Thom

Thom — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 10:16:14 +0000

BosGuy! Thank you so much!! I know I’ve been told to chill on the running for a while until I acclimate, but I intend on soaking in the sun as much as possible, and really enjoying my time there. Also, as it’s pretty much the closest I’ll ever be to the Southwest, I intend on traveling around out there as much as possible. I can’t wait for this journey!

Comment on Bittersweet by BosGuy

BosGuy — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 01:43:53 +0000

You’ll be missed, but I think you’ll LOVE Denver. Its sunny all the time and once you get past the altitude issues, its really beautiful.

Comment on Bittersweet by Thom

Thom — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 23:09:50 +0000

You’re a doll!! Thank you so much, Kevin!!

Comment on Bittersweet by Kevin

Kevin — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 22:34:43 +0000

You need a bed for a night 2 or 3 or 10 while on your travels, you have one here!

Congrats on the next step and I wish you luck on the journey ahead

Comment on Connectivity by Thom

Thom — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 15:14:21 +0000

Kathy!! Thank you so much for the kind words!! This blog is where I make an attempt to put my thoughts down, in some semblance of order, so if it has made any sense to you, color me impressed and thankful

I often think of those days in Dover with a smile. Good memories with good friends last forever, and no matter where I end up, these memories are what have shaped me into the fella I’ve become, and will become in the future. I plan to keep writing, plan to keep sharing, and am happy that you will be accompanying me on this journey!

All The Best,
Thom

Comment on Connectivity by Kathy

Kathy — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 15:00:26 +0000

Dear Thom, it’s been a long time since I’ve checked out your blog but, this morning, you were on my mind and so I started to read. I had forgotten what a wonderful writer you are. Your pieces are so well done, interesting, informative, funny, visual, intriguing and thought-filled. Although I’m at work and don’t have lots of time now, I plan to start to read again where you’ve been and what you’ve been doing in the past year. I did read on your Facebook page and, speaking with Scott, heard that you are planning to move and begin your journey anew. Scott and I talked, at length about the “old days” and what a wonderful time it was. I miss those fun times with you and Scott and Nate on Atkinson, watching Will & Grace and just laughing, being silly sometimes and feeling the warmth of those friendships. Be well dear friend and may this new turn in the road bring you much joy, new friendships, opportunities and contentment.
I wish all the best for you.

Comment on A Change by Thom

Thom — Sat, 27 Aug 2011 12:22:43 +0000

Thank you Cassie!

If I can do it, and all things align right, it could be a ton of fun. Stay tuned, and really, I appreciate your kind words, encouragement, and thoughts. Good luck this weekend with Irene…you’re sure to be busy!

Xx
T

Comment on A Change by Cassie

Cassie — Sat, 27 Aug 2011 12:18:57 +0000

Sounds like so much fun Thom, everything you are saying is a wonderful frame of mind. It’ll be sad to see you leave the east coast, but I know you are destined for bigger and better things!

Comment on A Trip North by Thom

Thom — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 09:16:21 +0000

Hey there! I’m doing well! Trying to enjoy the remains of summer, and hatching plans for my future. Watch this space…something has come up that might lead to my next Big Adventure!!

Xx
Thom

Comment on A Trip North by Wolf's shadow

Wolf's shadow — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 09:04:28 +0000

Ehy Thom! Same problems here! I need to find a new place for same reason!
How are you my friend?
Un bacio dall’ Italia.

Comment on Why I Run by BosGuy

BosGuy — Wed, 10 Aug 2011 01:44:52 +0000

Very impressive… I would be bragging to everyone I saw if I ran 10miles.

Comment on State of Things by Thom

Thom — Fri, 22 Jul 2011 10:17:10 +0000

Thank you two for the comments here. Honestly, Nathan’s arrival into my life was a pivotal moment for me this summer. It gave me pause, it gave me a chance to reflect, and is still doing so. He was, and continues to be, a lovely young man that I am lucky to know.

As for my future? At least now I have a higher benchmark for myself, and for the next future possible partner I may encounter. Nathan set that bar pretty high, and I thank him deeply for that.

Comment on State of Things by Michael Sage

Michael Sage — Tue, 19 Jul 2011 07:20:40 +0000

I am thankful that Nathan came into your life. I love him for providing you with a place to lay your head for awhile, for allowing you to breathe and mostly for being gentle with your heart. As gentle as one can be in the art of love.

Comment on State of Things by kyle_hawaii

kyle_hawaii — Sun, 17 Jul 2011 05:56:43 +0000

yup u opened the door and i bet that when you least expect it you will find that partner you are lookin for. it def sounds like it was all worth it.

Comment on Where My Head’s At by Thom

Thom — Tue, 12 Jul 2011 12:27:00 +0000

Thank you Eileen!

Comment on Where My Head’s At by eileen

eileen — Mon, 11 Jul 2011 18:18:20 +0000

beautiful manifesto. Really liked “I’m a wiser man than I think I am. I have more talent than I give myself credit for. I have more abilities than I admit to It feels like I’m crossing a bridge.”

Comment on Independence Day by eileen

eileen — Mon, 11 Jul 2011 18:14:58 +0000

You will change many lives with your words. I’m sure of it. This piece was quite brave, your truth comes through. Thanks, Peace, E

Comment on Reading List by Thom

Thom — Fri, 08 Jul 2011 22:08:57 +0000

I will!! It’s going to be a really engaged semester. So much writing has already happened.

Comment on Reading List by Jon

Jon — Fri, 08 Jul 2011 20:01:40 +0000

I’ve only read the Paul Monette one and it was very good. It captures his life at many different ages and gives a real sense of a whole life lived. Enjoy!

Comment on Reading List by Thom

Thom — Thu, 07 Jul 2011 15:38:49 +0000

Yes!!!

Comment on Reading List by Dusie

Dusie — Thu, 07 Jul 2011 15:36:02 +0000

Hooray! I’ll definitely tweet at you when I start the Liar’s Club.

Comment on Reading List by Thom

Thom — Thu, 07 Jul 2011 15:08:19 +0000

“A Visit From the Goon Squad” is a required reading from my advisor, and he highly recommended it. I will get to “The Liar’s Club” soon, I’m sure. We’ll have to have a literary tete-a-tete over these titles soon!! XX

Comment on Reading List by Dusie

Dusie — Thu, 07 Jul 2011 15:02:22 +0000

I’ve heard a lot about “A Visit From the Goon Squad”, but haven’t officially been interested in it, yet. I have “The Liars’ Club” on my ipod, in audiobook format, ready to listen to, but haven’t gotten to it yet. Maybe it’ll be my next one, now!

Comment on Reading List by Thom

Thom — Thu, 07 Jul 2011 12:17:54 +0000

Good thing Elementary Particles is in the library! Will pick it up TODAY!!

Thanks Stephen!!

Comment on Reading List by Stephen

Stephen — Thu, 07 Jul 2011 12:15:06 +0000

Drop everything and read the Elementary Particles NOW! Okay, you don’t have to drop everything. But it is THE must-read of your reading list. Life changing and brilliantly exciting literature.

Also, Jesus’ Son. But if you’re thinking of other memoirs, read Townie by Andre Dubus III. It is probably the best memoir I’ve read in a long time, and it’s new so that’s fun.

Comment on Preparations by Thom

Thom — Mon, 20 Jun 2011 13:40:54 +0000

Thank you C!! I have a big imagination and dreams to match it. I can’t wait to experience the journey of attaining these goals!

Xx
T

Comment on Preparations by Cassie

Cassie — Mon, 20 Jun 2011 13:34:45 +0000

You’ve got this. You’ve got some big and attainable dreams my friend Best wishes!

Comment on Awakening by Thom

Thom — Tue, 14 Jun 2011 12:04:19 +0000

Intriguing thought. I suppose I truly have been asleep for years, and not fully engaged or awakened enough to face life as it is, or as I dance through it. Perhaps, in a strange way, I am waking from a slumber I’ve been in since a young boy, and all around me is a new world full of wonder and possibility. And So. Many. Changes.

Again, very intriguing thought/metaphor/archetype.

Comment on Awakening by BosGuy

BosGuy — Tue, 14 Jun 2011 11:58:44 +0000

Wake up Rip Van Winkle…

Comment on Redoubled Effort by Thom

Thom — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 16:39:18 +0000

Wow. Medically resistant sinus infection just sounds terrible. Please get well. And STAY WELL when you get there!

Yes, things are definitely on the upswing. In a patient, deliberate, instinctual way too, which gives every movement forward a bit more gravity and power. I’m learning. I’m growing up a lot. It’s all very, very welcome.

Thank you for the support and comment

Comment on Redoubled Effort by Cassie

Cassie — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 15:45:52 +0000

Ugh, I feel your pain, I am on Augmentin for my sinus infection after a Z-Pak didn’t get rid of it. I am on day 29 of being sick!

I hope you feel better, sounds like you got your head in the right direction about getting healthy! And some great motivator’s behind you!

Comment on I Love Technology by Thom

Thom — Tue, 07 Jun 2011 21:32:58 +0000

Thank you Jon! Honestly, and especially as I work for one of the leaders in technology today, I am truly thankful to be alive in these times. I’m still a physical connection sort of guy, but with all these channels to connect and share with Nathan, the time between our visits seems much more bearable than it would have been even a few short years ago.

Xx
Thom

Comment on I Love Technology by Jon

Jon — Tue, 07 Jun 2011 21:11:35 +0000

Hi,

Hooray for technology! And love!

10 years ago I met a lovely guy who lived 300 miles away from me. We clicked so started “dating”. We’d meet up every two weeks or so but talked on the phone for hours every night. Communication technology and the distance between us has varied since then but we’ve been together ever since. We have been known to sit in our living room, both on laptops, posting on each other’s facebook wall.

We would love to have had facebook/twitter/skype at the time we met – instead we had large phone bills!

Enjoy the contact that technology has brought you both – it has made possible a relationship that couldn’t have happened even a few years ago.

Best wishes to you both,

Jon

Comment on Going Coastal 015 by Thom

Thom — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 18:11:18 +0000

Thank you Matt! Glad you caught the show!! Hope you are doing very well, too.

Comment on Going Coastal 015 by Matt

Matt — Mon, 06 Jun 2011 18:02:30 +0000

Fantastic news! I wish you two so much happiness x

Comment on Meet Nathan by Thom

Thom — Sun, 05 Jun 2011 18:28:12 +0000

Tom! Thank you very much for your kind words. We are learning about whatever this is between us, more and more each day. I’m learning to uncoil and relax. He’s learning to open up, and is revealing more and more to me each day; all of it lovely.

I really can’t wait to see where this takes us. I’m really up for anything.

Comment on Meet Nathan by Ramble Redhead

Ramble Redhead — Sun, 05 Jun 2011 12:12:59 +0000

A great post – wish you both the very best. Learn all you can about each other and truly enjoy the process of new love – it will be a great foundation of love for the future!

Comment on Going Coastal 015 by Thom

Thom — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 12:45:08 +0000

::grin:: THANK YOU!! yeah, this is pretty awesome. I can’t wait to see where it takes us. And no, I’m not going to worry about the future. It’s far better to enjoy the here-and-now.

Comment on Going Coastal 015 by Arthur (AmeriNZ)

Arthur (AmeriNZ) — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 11:35:10 +0000

Well, speaking as someone who moved to the other side of the planet for love, one thing I know for certain is that love always finds a way.

I’m so happy for you! Love is the rarest thing, the most precious gift we can give and receive, so I say just live in it. The future will take of itself.

All the best and much happiness to you both!

Aroha nui!

Comment on Meet Nathan by Thom

Thom — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 11:27:30 +0000

Lucy!! *blush* Thank you!!

Comment on Meet Nathan by Lucy Hughes

Lucy Hughes — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 11:21:30 +0000

So pleased to read this post, Thom. There is no one more deserving to find love and happiness than you.
Lucy x

Comment on Meet Nathan by Thom

Thom — Thu, 26 May 2011 21:49:15 +0000

Yeah!! Get up here!!!

Comment on Meet Nathan by Thom

Thom — Thu, 26 May 2011 21:48:59 +0000

Will do sir, will do. Thanks!

Comment on Meet Nathan by Jon

Jon — Thu, 26 May 2011 21:03:45 +0000

Woo hoo – am happy for you both. Enjoy each moment!

Comment on Meet Nathan by Dusie

Dusie — Thu, 26 May 2011 13:47:43 +0000

Yay, Thom! And also: Keith & I need to visit you this summer!

Comment on Meet Nathan by Thom

Thom — Thu, 26 May 2011 13:14:34 +0000

Honestly, VV. This has got to be the most awesome experience ever. The more time passes, the more we are both growing happier and happier. It’s astounding to me, and truly I never saw it coming. Blissful is an appropriate term of description.

Thank you for the kind words and support fella!

Comment on Meet Nathan by Veritable Virgo

Veritable Virgo — Thu, 26 May 2011 11:10:29 +0000

Congrats to Thomas & Nathan. What a truly beautiful story of love. I wish you both many happy adventures as you navigate the time ahead of you. XO

Comment on Personal Achievement by Thom

Thom — Tue, 17 May 2011 10:25:19 +0000

For me, it all goes back to simply letting go. Of everything. The more I let go, the more I’ve gained. It sounds odd, and rather counter-intuitive, but it’s the truth. Find your own way, love and respect yourself, and, in all seriousness, watch the magic happen!

Thank you for the twitter follow, and the awesome comment!

Comment on Personal Achievement by Thom

Thom — Tue, 17 May 2011 10:22:40 +0000

Syncronisity. Marvelous!!

Thank you, dear man!

Comment on Personal Achievement by Kurt

Kurt — Tue, 17 May 2011 10:19:12 +0000

I’ve been following you on Twitter and clicked on your link which sent me here. I see that you’ve posted this on the 12th of May… I’m a bit late, but congratulations

I think it’s awesome that you got back on that road. Makes me want to get back on the road too. In a moment of feeling inspired and fed up with my body, I went all out a few months ago (ok… almost two years ago) and got myself running shoes and gear. Unfortunately, the momentum didn’t last long

Thanks for this great post though. We need people like you to encourage us.

All the best
K.

Comment on Personal Achievement by Michael Sage

Michael Sage — Tue, 17 May 2011 10:17:43 +0000

You’ve just sparked something in me. I’m not sure what it is but I’m zeroing in on it.
This is exactly what I needed to read at precisely this moment.
I’ll let you know where this leads me.

Thank you & congrats on running again!

Run, run & run my friend.

Comment on Maurice by Thomas Palmer

Thomas Palmer — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 02:45:00 +0000

Same here. I might watch the film after the semester is over and I’ve had some distance from the book for a bit. I will say, some films are great at capturing the essence of the novels they are based upon (Lord of the Rings Trilogy seemed to do the books a lot of justice) whereas others really botch it up completely (Bridge to Terebithia was SUCH a disappointment to me). I suppose it’s all in the eye of the beholder too.

Comment on Maurice by BosGuy

BosGuy — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 02:39:00 +0000

I agree that its a great book. I really loved it when I read it too. The book was turned into a film which you may enjoy watching now that you’ve read the book. I generally prefer books over movies, but inevitably I get curious to see how books are interpreted in film and this movie was pretty good and worth the watch as I recall.

Comment on Sunday by Thomas Palmer

Thomas Palmer — Sun, 17 Apr 2011 13:57:00 +0000

Aww TIM! You are such doll, and I’m so happy you magically appeared in my life recently (thank you iPhone)! I struggle with the writing a lot, but there are moments of clarity when it all feels exactly aligned, and exactly as it should be. Thank you for your vote of confidence!

Comment on Maurice by Thomas Palmer

Thomas Palmer — Sun, 17 Apr 2011 13:56:00 +0000

Thank you Ramble! Honestly, it took my breath away reading it – especially given the time at which he wrote it. I find myself wondering if there’s an even larger library of gay writing out there than I first thought. That, and I wonder if we’ll ever see an improvement in how GLBT people are treated, especially during the coming-out process.

Comment on Maurice by Rambleredhead

Rambleredhead — Sun, 17 Apr 2011 12:43:00 +0000

I am a big fan of his work as well – he is an amazing writer! Thanks for sharing your thoughts – here is to a better world for all.

Comment on Sunday by Piercetatt100

Piercetatt100 — Tue, 12 Apr 2011 12:23:00 +0000

I think that Thom is one of life”s beautiful souls , whos self reflection will ultimately engender literary harmony . Becoming a writer is to endevour to walk a path alone , it takes guts , it can take you to places of pain within yourself thats seek no other salve than to be placed upon the paper , and it can bring joy that sings in your soul. Sing out the pain and seek salvation Mr Thomas Palmer for joy awaits you !!
Tim …..

Comment on Upon Waking by Lucy_may_hughes

Lucy_may_hughes — Sun, 20 Mar 2011 18:00:00 +0000

You would be most welcome back in King’s Lynn, Thom! xx

Comment on Getting Caught in Crazy by Thomas Palmer

Thomas Palmer — Mon, 07 Mar 2011 01:11:00 +0000

That it does, Michael. And, the more I work, the better motorcycle I can buy later this spring!!

Comment on Getting Caught in Crazy by Michael Pegg

Michael Pegg — Sat, 05 Mar 2011 23:04:00 +0000

Well if nothing else it keeps you out of mischief, it all this work adds to the savings account

Comment on Going Coastal 011 by Gibstein

Gibstein — Thu, 17 Feb 2011 04:35:00 +0000

“Not that I’m saying I’m from Massachusetts…” Haha, I love it, Thom! Thanks for another excellent podcast, really loving hearing about all that’s going on in your corner of the universe.

Comment on Been Too Long by Thomas Palmer

Thomas Palmer — Fri, 31 Dec 2010 18:14:00 +0000

Absolutely do not mind at all Will reciprocate as soon as I can!

Comment on Been Too Long by Scott McQ

Scott McQ — Fri, 31 Dec 2010 18:12:00 +0000

I’ve created a link to you over at http://satyrsphere.blogspot.com/
I hope you don’t mind!

Comment on A Letter to 2010 by Thomas Palmer

Thomas Palmer — Wed, 29 Dec 2010 23:50:00 +0000

Thanks! One of my resolutions is to be more positive and optimistic. It’s a hell of a lot easier than being mad or frustrated all the time.

Comment on A Letter to 2010 by pennie

pennie — Wed, 29 Dec 2010 19:23:00 +0000

i like what you wrote in this letter

Comment on New Direction by Thomas Palmer

Thomas Palmer — Thu, 02 Dec 2010 00:03:00 +0000

It’s going to take guts, but I’m ready, I think!! Thanks!

Comment on New Direction by QueenAlpo

QueenAlpo — Wed, 01 Dec 2010 22:01:00 +0000

God, I remember being a G1 too. And I’ll be at AWP. Congratulations on finishing your first semester, and finding this new direction. Seems to be a common phenomenon among us MFA students.

Comment on Resolutions by Thomas Palmer

Thomas Palmer — Sun, 21 Nov 2010 17:02:00 +0000

Stuck in Europe because of Volcano (who’s name nobody could pronounce) if I recall Yeah, it’s so strange that these wavelengths seem to extend outward in so many directions. Glad to be sharing it with you!!

These lists pop up in my life, and sometimes act as guideposts and ways to measure my own progress and success. Sometimes, and I think this is the case this time – it’s a way to put down in writing the things I value in my life. I hope to achieve these goals in the next year, but I’m aware they may change and shift depending on how life unfolds. Either way, I’m excited at the possibilities

Comment on Resolutions by Brian Giblin

Brian Giblin — Sun, 21 Nov 2010 16:52:00 +0000

Thom, first… I like the layout. Clean and focused. Very nice.

Second, we must be on the same wavelength because I JUST made a list of “Life Resolutions” — some heavy, some light. Pen to paper makes these things somewhat permanent, and also gives you perspective to achieve them. I looked at my list and thought, “boy, a lot of these things I can do!”

Third, I took myself to Europe for my 32nd birthday and it was glorious. Mind you, I got stuck there for an extra week because of a volcano, but it was truly glorious and really broken me out of my bubble. I started in Paris and wasn’t it just beautiful…

Good luck!

Comment on Resolutions by Thom

Thom — Sun, 21 Nov 2010 16:23:43 +0000

NESSA!! Welcome to my blog If it’s okay with you, I’m going to include your site under my listings on here. I think you and I are on a similar wavelength that simply amazes me at times. In fact, I’m finding that at this moment in my life, I’m attracted to and attracting people of similar minds and thoughts and experiences. There’s something powerful about collective knowledge and discovering community that one never knew existed. I’m so fortunate to be getting to know you better, and look forward to many more interactions (hopefully one day IN REAL LIFE!).

When I lived in England, I actually was near the place where the Pilgrims started (Boston, UK). Funny enough, my family name (on my father’s side – his mom’s maiden name and father’s last name) were prevalent everywhere I went. Turns out, my grandmother’s side came over on the Mayflower. It’s amazing to do the history of one’s family, and I’m super curious to see where your hunt takes you. Finding ones roots can be so fulfilling.

xX
Thom

Comment on Resolutions by Thom

Thom — Sun, 21 Nov 2010 16:19:52 +0000

VV,

Thanks!! I am having a good time learning who I am, and sharing that person with the wider world. It’s taken a big dose of bravery, and a little savy, but the person I put out there is closer to the person I truly am than perhaps anyone online has ever seen. It’s about being honest with myself, and honestly representing myself in a way that is both upstanding and thoughtful.

In terms of the design issues on your site, I can totally understand, and would be willing to help, if needed. If it’s a specific page layout issue, those are handled by different pieces of the theme, and you’re correct, can cause no end of maladies with design. I’ve had to go to the WP knowledge base for help with this, and can do my best to help you too. Just let me know.

XX
Thom

Comment on Resolutions by Hello Nessa

Hello Nessa — Sun, 21 Nov 2010 16:04:00 +0000

Thom, we are the same age! I am actually older by five months! I think Paris is a wonderful idea for your birthday. My goal is to get to England again. After tracing the family tree, I want to see where I come from.

And I get the association of bed and home. The first thing I bought when I was able was my bed. It made me feel like a grown up too. i never thought I would be excited about picking out sheets

I am keeping you in my thoughts. your positivity and charm has made my world a better place!

Nessa xo

Comment on Resolutions by Veritable Virgo

Veritable Virgo — Sun, 21 Nov 2010 15:45:00 +0000

I’m digging the new blog look. That said, blogs remain one of the most annoying parts of the overall online experience (for me at least) in the sense that they aren’t terribly compliant when it comes to design conformity.

Right now, for example, I one or more blog pages attached to the VV website that I simply have not, despite my best efforts, to get to conform to the design of the site. I’m sure there is a technical aspect to it, but I’ve yet to figure it out. Oddly enough, this doesn’t happen on another (personal) website that uses much of the same technology/software/themes so perhaps it’s a WordPress theme issue. IDK, but I do hope to figure it out.

As for your goals – I say WOO-HOO. Never been to Paris myself, but I’m sure it will be fun so I truly hope you get to achieve this goal. I think the goals listed here aren’t of the sort that would be beyond reach. Sure the Paris trip is going to take some disciplined savings and such, but I don’t think you’d have put it done if it wasn’t within the realm of possibilities.

With that I’ll say – Best of Luck – on these endeavors. Thanks for opening your world to the rest of us! XO

Comment on Done With One by Thomas Palmer

Thomas Palmer — Mon, 15 Nov 2010 00:02:00 +0000

It’s going to be crazy for certain! My days will FLY by.

Comment on Done With One by Bosboy101

Bosboy101 — Sun, 14 Nov 2010 23:59:00 +0000

I’m betting that apple is going to be so much better and a fun place to work…

Comment on Morningsong of Crows by Thomas Palmer

Thomas Palmer — Sat, 13 Nov 2010 16:42:00 +0000

I am very pleased with my new opportunity too! I ave a bit of a fiscal hill to climb, but eventually, yes, I want to take full advantage of the benefits there!

Comment on Morningsong of Crows by BosGuymail

BosGuymail — Sat, 13 Nov 2010 16:27:00 +0000

Really happy to read that you’ve found employment (and w/ such a hip company). I hope you enjoy it and can make the most of the employee discount.

Comment on Transition Complete by Thomas Palmer

Thomas Palmer — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 21:57:00 +0000

YES!!

Comment on Transition Complete by Veritable Virgo

Veritable Virgo — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 21:47:00 +0000

Wow. Very nice. Good luck with this exciting new job. Wishing you much success. If I’m ever in Maine (though unlikely anytime soon) I’ll let you know so I can stop in and say “Hello!”

Comment on Morningsong of Crows by Thomas Palmer

Thomas Palmer — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 13:19:00 +0000

Thanks!! So nervous, but also looking forward to the fun of it (and the DISCOUNT) !!

Comment on Morningsong of Crows by Lucy__may_hughes

Lucy__may_hughes — Wed, 10 Nov 2010 12:50:00 +0000

I’m so pleased for you, Thom! I think you’ll be a brilliant specialist! x

Comment on Writing Sample and School Update by Shawn

Shawn — Sat, 16 Oct 2010 15:24:00 +0000

I’m on it

Comment on Writing Sample and School Update by Thomas Palmer

Thomas Palmer — Sat, 16 Oct 2010 01:20:00 +0000

I will certainly let you all know I may be able to do Nano, but really, there are a ton of books I want to catch up on, and really, I don’t know if I can sustain a novel – a collection of short stories, or a novella, maybe. I’ll let you know where I’m at on Halloween And, what about that writing group??

Comment on Writing Sample and School Update by Shawn

Shawn — Sat, 16 Oct 2010 00:22:00 +0000

Nice job Thom… In regards to mixing fiction and non fiction, let us know what your advisor says. In regards to 3 weeks and 1 packet left… Does that mean you can do nano . If so I challenge you to crawl out of bed at 4 in the morning for 30 days and put down 1666 words before you realize you woke up and did it.

Comment on Pride48.com It Gets Better PSA by HatM

HatM — Wed, 13 Oct 2010 05:23:00 +0000

Besides the Bro’ & the Sugarz don’t recognize many of those. Maybe their voices.

Comment on A Friday by Idiologic.com weblog

Idiologic.com weblog — Sun, 10 Oct 2010 05:08:23 +0000

It Gets Better (Thanks to Pride48)…

We weekend is here and it’s a damned shame that I am sick for yet another weekend. It seems like I am completely well during the work week and then the weekend comes and WHAM!, I am sick.I feel feverish……

Comment on A Friday by Thom

Thom — Fri, 08 Oct 2010 16:32:10 +0000

We would make a happy home for sure! C’mon over!!

Comment on A Friday by joetohell

joetohell — Fri, 08 Oct 2010 16:23:11 +0000

i am coming to live with you.

Comment on Make it Even Better by Thom

Thom — Fri, 08 Oct 2010 12:26:38 +0000

Hope you got the email I sent! I look forward to your video later today

XX
Thom

Comment on Make it Even Better by Donna Suggarz

Donna Suggarz — Fri, 08 Oct 2010 04:01:09 +0000

Darling i realy wanted to do a video so this sounds so exciting. Can i be a part of it? Daniel Brewer was telling me about it the other day. Please email me if i can and ill get a video together with your script

Comment on Because It Does Get Better by HatM

HatM — Wed, 06 Oct 2010 17:50:16 +0000

Here’s what I think about this:
http://amerinzpodcast.com/?p=983#comments

Comment on Make it Even Better by Thom

Thom — Wed, 06 Oct 2010 11:02:54 +0000

Yes! You should have gotten my e-mail. If not, please let me know. I’ll need your video by noon on Friday (EST), but by 5pm on Friday at the absolute latest. Thanks so much for your interest in the project!!

XX
Thom

Comment on Make it Even Better by Anthony

Anthony — Wed, 06 Oct 2010 10:29:54 +0000

Is there still time for this to participate?

Comment on Make it Even Better by HatM

HatM — Mon, 04 Oct 2010 20:45:50 +0000

You know that most podcasters are anonymous and are keeping their face anonymous under a voice, not a face, don’t you?
Some of the most influential and strong voices on the internet that would/could have the power to make a change with a video message are the ones already struggling to dissimulate their faces, keeping quiet and protecting their lives.
I really hope many will apply for this. Podcasters, friends and listeners all together.

Comment on Make it Even Better by Thom

Thom — Mon, 04 Oct 2010 19:35:30 +0000

You will get on the list good sir! THANKS

Comment on Make it Even Better by Phoenix Dave

Phoenix Dave — Mon, 04 Oct 2010 17:52:23 +0000

I would love to be a part of this. Just let me know what you need.

Comment on Make it Even Better by Ben

Ben — Mon, 04 Oct 2010 08:10:11 +0000

Hey Thom, I’ll help out if needed. I’d be glad to.

Comment on Make it Even Better by Thom

Thom — Mon, 04 Oct 2010 07:11:41 +0000

I will be sending out more info tonight to those who are participating. Thanks SO much for being so willing!

Comment on Make it Even Better by Zahkabee

Zahkabee — Mon, 04 Oct 2010 03:57:44 +0000

Let me know all that I can do, I’m more than willing to help with this!

Comment on Make it Even Better by Veritable Virgo

Veritable Virgo — Mon, 04 Oct 2010 02:14:45 +0000

Well look at you! Of course, I’d be happy to help. I look forward to see the script. Thanks for running with this idea.

Comment on Because It Does Get Better by Thom

Thom — Sun, 03 Oct 2010 22:34:57 +0000

Then I will use the mailing list from the last pride48 email I got to drum up some participants. We need to do this. Our listeners are some of these kids without much hope. I know this in my bones.

Let’s see what we can do!

Comment on Because It Does Get Better by Arthur (AmeriNZ)

Arthur (AmeriNZ) — Sun, 03 Oct 2010 22:04:56 +0000

Did someone say my name?

Seriously, I was just going to comment about how I think your video is great, then I see the discussion thread—it’s a GREAT idea! Go for it, Thom!

Email me and I’ll share a couple ideas and we’ll get this going!

Comment on Because It Does Get Better by Thom

Thom — Sun, 03 Oct 2010 13:56:06 +0000

THAT would be a GREAT idea. I would so be willing to head that up, too…I should shoot AmeriNZ an e-mail

Comment on Because It Does Get Better by Veritable Virgo

Veritable Virgo — Sun, 03 Oct 2010 13:08:14 +0000

I am thinking about it. It would be nice if some of the pride48 folks could record segments and edit it together as a PSA from pride48.com.

Comment on Because It Does Get Better by Thom

Thom — Sun, 03 Oct 2010 13:06:24 +0000

Thanks!! It was very easy to make, and I hope it reaches someone who needs to hear it! You should do one too

Comment on Because It Does Get Better by Veritable Virgo

Veritable Virgo — Sun, 03 Oct 2010 13:01:18 +0000

Great video!

Comment on And Just Because… by Thom

Thom — Fri, 01 Oct 2010 20:17:26 +0000

I used to live in the North End, but have moved to Portland, you are correct sir Thanks for the follow!! Though there were parts of Boston I truly will miss, and will try to visit as often as possible, the fresh air and the coast of Maine are magical, and for now, there’s no place I’d rather call home. I do hope all is well in your neck of the woods!

Many thanks!
Thom

Comment on Thirty Three by Thom

Thom — Fri, 01 Oct 2010 20:15:54 +0000

Thank you so much!! I hope so too

Comment on Thirty Three by bosboy101

bosboy101 — Fri, 01 Oct 2010 11:01:17 +0000

Happy 33rd birthday Thom, hope you have many more to come…

Comment on Fallen Off the Map by HatM

HatM — Tue, 28 Sep 2010 18:25:43 +0000

Just blame it on the work…
What about that looong weekend you had in the tent? Didn’t work at that time…
Now go to sleep, you’ll be late at work, and we don’t want that to happen on your third day!

Comment on And Just Because… by BosGuy

BosGuy — Mon, 27 Sep 2010 21:05:55 +0000

I see that you use to live in or near Boston but have recently moved to Portland. Good luck with the move. Have you settled into your new home? I just stumbled across your blog and will bookmark it.

Take care,
BosGuy

Comment on And Just Because… by HatM

HatM — Tue, 21 Sep 2010 20:53:40 +0000

Fantastic!

Comment on Gaga in Portland by Thom

Thom — Tue, 21 Sep 2010 17:44:27 +0000

Yeah, I tried editing a bunch of video last night, and most of it came out awful. This was the clip that was basically the point of her speech.

I thought I’d set my photos to private – and now that you’ve mentioned this, I believe I will.

Thanks!
-Thom

Comment on Gaga in Portland by HatM

HatM — Tue, 21 Sep 2010 17:12:12 +0000

When the video starts, taken out of context the first sentence is so awkward.

(One doesn’t need to be your friend on Facebook to see the pictures you put up there (btw all galleries are accessible… I’ve been looking at them for some weeks now))

Comment on The Writing and the Reading by Alex

Alex — Sun, 19 Sep 2010 22:51:41 +0000

Tom,
Glad that you had a nice time in Boston. Glad that things have settled down for you and the you are getting more “at peace” with yourself. I still am sorry about the split between you and Nat. I think I sound like a father here, but you both seemed to be such nice guys and well I can not shake the Walt Disney mentality of my generation.

Here’s to your present and future happiness.
your Rochester friend,
Alex

Comment on A Follow Up by Thom

Thom — Thu, 16 Sep 2010 21:43:54 +0000

Andrew,

First, thank you for taking the time to give such a thoughtful, and insightful comment as you have. I’m glad to hear I’m not alone with this stream of thought. It IS all up to us, and more importantly maybe, UP TO US ALL to teach our children better right from the start. It means being a parent, being a teacher, being an adult in our communities. You hit it squarely when you said:

the fact that someone’s race, sexuality, culture should be something to be feared rather than embraced is the ultimate failure.

That fear training starts at an EARLY age – probably earlier than most parents realize. I will never forget the lesson my mom taught me upon my first encounter with a person who had a darker skin color than me. I think I was around five, maybe six? We were at the mall, and an African American came out of the mall as we were going in. My mom saw me staring – and you should know I grew up in Maine, not the most diverse state in the early 1980s – so a person with darker toned skin was a new phenomenon for me. Still, my mother set me straight, right then and there, at a young age. She explained why his skin was darker, and then looked me straight in the eye and said “people with different color skin than us are no different on the inside from you or I.” She, by example and by word, was being a Parent. We need more Parents out there, and not just people who happen to have a child.

Though I do agree with you also about there not being an end to the fear/hatred/racism/other-ism/other-phobia that still plagues our country in my life time, the change has to start somewhere. And honestly, for every parent or teacher lapsing in their duties to our kids, there are hundreds, if not thousands, who are trying everyday to be the change we need. I’ve seen that in action myself. It warms me every time I do.

Thank you again for your comments, and here’s to hoping we, as adults and members of the wider world, will do better by the children in our communities. We need to.

Comment on A Follow Up by Andrew

Andrew — Thu, 16 Sep 2010 17:19:48 +0000

I couldn’t agree more. It’s crazy to me, to see how far we’ve come with scientific breakthroughs & advanced technology. Yet, our compassion & tolerance levels for the different have remained stagnant. I believe our society one day will progress past these injustices but, I have a hard time believing it will happen in my lifetime. It breaks my heart to know that children are suffering this abuse daily in small towns & big cities while very little is being done to prevent these hateful attitudes. It is up to all of us to teach our children from the very beginning that different is beautiful. At this point in our culture with all the real problems that plague our world the fact that someone’s race, sexuality, culture should be something to be feared rather than embraced is the ultimate failure. One of Oprah’s adages on this particular show and it was said so simple yet, I’ve never heard before;a motto that will stay with me “When we know better, we do better.” So true.

Comment on Going Coastal 001 by Thom

Thom — Tue, 14 Sep 2010 00:47:41 +0000

I’ve listed it on iTunes – just waiting for approval from them

Comment on Going Coastal 001 by bosboy101

bosboy101 — Tue, 14 Sep 2010 00:41:02 +0000

Do you have a new podcast on Iturds or is it just here??

Comment on Going Coastal 001 by HatM

HatM — Mon, 13 Sep 2010 18:00:33 +0000

Artwork can be changed on every mp3 file. Or are you doing something special?

Comment on New Laptop by Thom

Thom — Mon, 13 Sep 2010 12:57:18 +0000

They are more expensive in Europe.

Comment on Going Coastal 001 by Thom

Thom — Mon, 13 Sep 2010 12:56:46 +0000

LoL I should submit them in .mp3, but I like to include art with the show that changes with every chapter. .m4a is the format I need to use for that.

With regards to the laptop, I got the cheapest model of MacBook Pro I could (13″). I wanted functionality that I wouldn’t get with a regular MacBook, and a size I can actually carry with me.

Comment on Going Coastal 001 by HatM

HatM — Mon, 13 Sep 2010 12:29:52 +0000

It is great that you made it back so soon!
Of course I’m not content of seeing you’re still submitting your podcast in m4a, but I’ll just shut up, listen and get used to it.
I have further more saying about your voice tone and self revelations but I’ll write it while I’m not working or by mail.

Comment on New Laptop by HatM

HatM — Mon, 13 Sep 2010 12:21:42 +0000

I can’t wait to hear the next episode!
(of course I already listened to the new episode but as always my phone didn’t submit last night’s comment, so I’m submitting it anyway)

Comment on New Laptop by HatM

HatM — Mon, 13 Sep 2010 04:38:56 +0000

Congratulation for the new laptop! It seems to me that you must be getting a lot of money from the payout since it even gives you the possibility to buy a macbook. Or is it that only in Europe Macbooks are expensive?

Comment on Two Great Finds in Portland by Thom

Thom — Sun, 12 Sep 2010 22:17:56 +0000

Yes! I know a few great places to eat and wander! The apartment is a bit sparse, but if you have furniture you’re looking to find a home for…

Just putting that out there!

Comment on Two Great Finds in Portland by Dusie

Dusie — Sun, 12 Sep 2010 19:31:48 +0000

Keith and I are going to have to come visit you soon!

Comment on Two Great Finds in Portland by Thom

Thom — Sun, 12 Sep 2010 15:44:13 +0000

Well the great thing about Ohno Cafe was that they served a small micro-roast of coffee (Coffee By Design), so not only was I able to enjoy a quick cuppa, but it was from a local roaster, which supports the local community. Portland has a LOT of opportunities to be a Locavore, and I think it’s a pursuit worth taking up. Glad I could help ease the stress of facing down laundry. Bonus: there was a VERY cute man also doing his laundry at the laundromat – and I’m always up for a little socializing

Comment on Two Great Finds in Portland by Thom

Thom — Sun, 12 Sep 2010 15:41:12 +0000

The hike to the laundromat wasn’t bad now, but I have a feeling when the snowbanks are rather high, it may be a chore. That will depend on how well the City of Portland handles snow removal. It’s got to be better than how Boston did, so I’ll wait and see. Alternatively, there is a bus service that will take me closer to the laundromat, so that’s always an option – if I don’t mind taking my stinky socks onto a public transportation vehicle.

Comment on Two Great Finds in Portland by Veritable Virgo

Veritable Virgo — Sun, 12 Sep 2010 15:30:54 +0000

Suddenly doing my laundry doesn’t sound so terrible. I felt a calming come over me as you described the sights and sounds. Thanks for another wonderful post. Now I must seek out some coffee – should I grind and brew at home or visit the local coffee roaster? Hmmm?, decisions, decisions.

Comment on Two Great Finds in Portland by Gavin

Gavin — Sun, 12 Sep 2010 15:05:54 +0000

I know I should’ve done other things when I used to go to the l-mat, I always preferred to find one with wifi so I could do a little browsing. That was before I refused to rent a place without laundry on site.

Comment on New Laptop by Rob

Rob — Sat, 11 Sep 2010 21:28:47 +0000

Congrats on your new computer… happy writing!!!

Comment on Laptopless by Thom

Thom — Fri, 10 Sep 2010 10:17:59 +0000

LoL Yes! In fact, that’s been my only outlet now for a while. I journal on paper the silly thoughts that run through my head. The typing is for things I share with others (like my advisor at school, or on this blog).

Xx
Thom

Comment on Laptopless by HatM

HatM — Fri, 10 Sep 2010 09:59:39 +0000

Have you ever considered paper and pen?
It still work fine. And will for a long time.

Comment on Autumnal by Thom

Thom — Thu, 09 Sep 2010 23:04:49 +0000

Don’t be sad. They will fade in time.

Comment on Autumnal by HatM

HatM — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 13:55:05 +0000

Happy for you getting already into your new life!
I am a little bit saddened you use the term “scars” and how you feel about it.

Comment on Here I Am by Lucy Hughes

Lucy Hughes — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 13:37:42 +0000

Great to hear your safe, sound and settled, Thom! x

Comment on Here I Am by Thom

Thom — Sat, 04 Sep 2010 14:06:22 +0000

Thanks!! It’s a step into the unknown moving up here (well, mostly) so I’m just keeping my eyes and ears open to anything.

Glad you found the site

-Thom

Comment on Here I Am by bosboy

bosboy — Sat, 04 Sep 2010 13:50:47 +0000

I’m so happy for you. It was a huge jump and I think your doing awesome. Glad that your over the stress of Boston found a temporary job and who knows that teaching job may just pop up.