Beginnings

I have lots on my mind...

Sometimes the world makes no sense, you know? The things we see and hear about, the effects they have on us, our reactions to them. A lot has happened since I took my blog away for a while in these last four months. As time passes, I'll be more than happy to comment...as I say, I have lots on my mind. I have folks out here in the cosmos that I deeply admire, with whom I want to share so much. And yes, I will do so as they inspire me. But for most of you, I am a new entity. So let me offer up some food for thought....

This is, always has been and always will be, a blog of renaissance. Nothing is forbidden from discussion, all things can and should be shared. My interests are so wide -- history, relationships, sports, music, film, sex, women, family, writing, you name it, I can and want to share it with you all. I am an actor/writer/singer here in the Chicago area, and I am very proud to say that I am one of those very lucky people who has been able (at some cost, of course, but that's the nature of the beast) to pursue my career for nearly 38 years. I am 53 years old -- I am energetic and creative and vital and passionate and still looking every damned day for all you folks who get me, who understand that a free spirit can be disciplined and constructive and still remain as open and uninhibited as ever. I have made many friends in my blogging experience and I will add to the rolls as often as I can. I live my own life on the creative impulse, and with extreme passion and forward thinking. I have been counsel and friend. I have been sex partner and voyeur and exhibitionist and lots of other things to all out here. And I enjoy it very much.

You will see that renaissance attitude all through my writing. I will share with you the progress in my acting and singing gigs...Yes, I'm working now, thank God or whatever it is...I want to drag you all along with me. I will offer some of my own creative writing (I'm a playwright as well) and some of my most intimate thoughts. I have a keen interest in American history, and I'll do my best to share it in an interesting way. I might even post here some of my own jazz singing -- I do that around the city on occasion. I want to start up my Harem again...for those of you who don't know, just keep reading...the Harem is my own practice in erotic writing where I ask the folks out here if they might like to be, well, ravished in my mind in some way, whether by me or by a situation...it's been quite enjoyable, and yes, I have one ready to write. Read it...if you like it and you want some, just say so...

Most of all, I want all of you -- men, women, couples, groups, teachers, professionals, families and so on -- to remember that we all have to find a way to take care of each other in this world. I do my best to practice that by offering up at least one good deed for someone on a daily basis. We owe that to each other by simply practicing that simple rule - love your neighbor. I love you all. I want this blog to be a kind of beacon of friendship and openness and nobility of thought and respect for all. Hence, the reference to "Torchlight" (which is the title of a song in a musical I'm working on right now as the book writer/lyricist). To me, it means more than just a fancy word. As we get to know each other, as we reaffirm our friendships, you will hopefully recognize my intent.

One last thought...my e-mail is open to any and all of you. I treasure the personal responses and I write back as soon as I can. I own an arms-wide-open view of my life. Sometimes it gets me into trouble. Most of the time, it allows for the creation of an eloquent, encompassing and meaningful bill of fare. I dearly hope that you all are well. I invite you to read every day, as I will continue to find you. One year ago, from a very deep personal pit in my life on January 21, I began blogging. I've learned a lot and I've shared a lot. I raise my glass to thank you and toast you...May it all continue.

And yes...the light is on, my friend. Always.