"Shelter"

Shelter is a 2007 gay film from the American company here! It's known as "the gay surfer's movie". It's about two gays from California who falls in love with one another and finding "Shelter" in each other's company. It's the most ideal potrayal of two gay men, in-love.

Critics even say, that this is unlike any other gay-themed movie that you'll ever watch since there is no drag queen potrayal here, no drugs, orgys, gay clubs, and other things typical of gay movies. The movie is so "clean" so to speak.

Probably a lot of gay couples out there would definitely want a clean, smooth relationship as potrayed by Zach and Shaun in the movie. I would definitely want my relationship with Oreo, to end like that of "Shelter".

This movie would probably be a fairy-tale for the gay community. But I do believe that it's possible. I believe, Oreo and I, are both looking forward to a smooth-sailing relationship like that of "Shelter".

I love you Oreo. You're my "Shelter".

Philippine Ragnarok Online

Ragnarok Online is the first MMORPG in the Philippines. It took the country by storm 7 years ago. It's similar to World of War Craft wherein you choose a character, kill some monsters to gain experience and have more skills. The goal of the game back then was to reach level 99 and to gain an Aura -- a shining effect on your character.

I first played this game in December 2003 at Chronozone (a computer shop in Bacoor, Cavite). I got hooked to the game ever since.

A common partnership in this game is a Wizard-Priest combination or Hunter-Priest combo. It would be a very big bonus if you have a lover that's into the game as well and you'll ask him to support you. It's actually my dream to have a lover that's into this game. I will be a Priest and support him.

How I wish I could teach Oreo the benefits of this game. How I wish I could someday play it with him.

Two Movies

During our very short courtship period of two weeks, Oreo and I just had 2 dates. On both dates, it includes watching films which we both love.

The first movie that we watched was "Final Destination 4". I'm actually a fan of the movie series. At the time that we are deciding what to watch, Oreo wants "Kimmy Dora". I don't know what happened, but we ended up watching FD4. When I got home that day, I actually regret watching the film. I should have gave in to what Oreo wanted. It could have been a more hilarious date.
The 2nd movie we watched was "In My Life". This time, we both enjoyed watching the movie. It was romantic, realistic but a bit sad due to the ending. Nonetheless, we're both happy that we watched this movie. I even watched this 2 more times at home. I imagined our relationship to be like John & Luis: arguments, meeting the parents, lots of decisions involving us, and the simple joys of living together like dinner and bedtime.
Oreo and I both decided to live together next year. It's a year from now and I'm a bit worried and excited to share my life with him. I know it won't be easy, but as long as we both decide on something and we agree, then I don't see any problem. Life is like watching movies: sometimes you watch good films, sometimes it's a bad choice. But the bad choices doesn't stop you from watching another movie.

The Clan

I am a member of Men's Labyrinth. It's a clan for bisexuals and gays that promote camaraderie and friendship through Group Messages (GM) and Grand Eye Balls (GEB). I'm a member since December last year.

Men's Labyrinth came into existence when members and officers of my former clan, The Mega Manila Bachelor's Society (MMBS) had some dispute and disagreements. We decided to separate from that clan and established our own.

Since then, we have 10 GEBs and several mini-GEBS including 2 swimming parties. Although our GEB is usually a karaoke session at Starlites, Cubao, it's our way of bounding with each other. We chat, drink, sing and get familiar with the members of the clan.

In between GEBs, we send a minimum of 15 GMs to every member of the clan. We have an average membership of 40+ like-minded guys who are mostly fun to be with. We get to know the members through texting and call conference. It's fun to be a member.

This clan is precious to me since I met my husband, Oreo, indirectly through this clan. A few weeks after I became a member, I met Randy who introduced me to his close friend, Oreo. Although Oreo never became a member and never attended a GEB, I always dream of the day that we'd walk into our room in Starlites, smile and tell every member "Guys, this is my husband, the love of my life, Oreo".

One more year, and we'll finally attend the GEB together.