Friday, December 31, 2010

Abilio's View: The promise for 2011

Abilio's View: The promise for 2011: "Many promises are made and broken for the New Year. I think mostly because we think big and demand too much of ourselves. Some are just the ..."

The promise for 2011

Many promises are made and broken for the New Year. I think mostly because we think big and demand too much of ourselves. Some are just the opposite and some say what promise!

When I say the promise, I always think of the song "When in Rome". and the promise my friend Ernie made to me 12 years ago he has kept. So some promises are good and have long lasting benefits.

So here goes my promise! It's simple, basic and not many words. But it’s honest and to the point and meaningful to those who know me.

The promise: I wish love and peace to all of you in 2011 and that I can say this again for the year 2012....Party hard tonight, but be wise! Don't drink and drive, it's cheaper getting a hotel than paying DUI fines and most important when you awake tomorrow you want to be whole so enjoy the might ahead with caution. And as long as allowed to live in 2011, I promise to be there for all of you! 

Thanks to all who made my life and Rob’s wonderful in 2010....

Dr Q

Thursday, December 30, 2010

Abilio's View: Jehovah's Witnesses

Abilio's View: Jehovah's Witnesses: "I again have been picking up copies of the Watchtower and Awake to see what updates there may be in this religion. I don’t say sect, for I t..."

Jehovah's Witnesses

I again have been picking up copies of the Watchtower and Awake to see what updates there may be in this religion. I don’t say sect, for I truly believe they are a religion. Yes like many other sects they utilize methods that isolate you from your family if not in line with there belief’s and many other I don’t want to get into.

My blog is not to degrade the religion! I grew up a JW and have to say it helped me be the gay man I am today. Like many other religions they have child abuses, wife battery, child molestation and many other things you see with imperfect people. The only issue I have with the religion is that like Catholics they hide the issues internal so that it does not become public and thereby give them a bad name.

That being said I want to discuss an issue I read on the August 2010 (now published monthly) in the Awake. This is an issue that bothers me most than any other. If you can't get the story of the creator correctly, everything below that falls apart. When the word "he" is used to describe the creator. Since in heaven there is no distinguish between male and female, there would be no "he" or "she". In addition the creator made both Man and Woman, one with common sense would have to say the creator is a combination of both.

As humans we see things from a male/female perspective. That seems to guide us almost in everything we do. This is not the case in some civilization in the past and even some today! But in the general those that follow the western world see things this way. Could you imagine seeing people being their sexual orientation and just focus on their qualities. I understand to keep people in order and the original command to fill the earth some roles need to be players as father, mother, daughter and son.

But let’s face it the world is beyond population and as humans we should be looking at what is needed to go to the next phase of creation. Some like JW's are waiting for the creator to address the issue. Come down, kill people somehow keep these special ones alive and start a new world.

I would challenge this idea and say it's time we look at the original request and based on findings, "don't wait to be told (or a miracle), start addressing human needs always from sexual orientation needs.

Well that is Dr Q FOR NOW

Tuesday, December 28, 2010

Abilio's View: Happy Birthday My Mother

Abilio's View: Happy Birthday My Mother: "There are many things we as humans can do without a mother! However one of the necessary items for success is a loving mother. Don't get me..."

Happy Birthday My Mother

There are many things we as humans can do without a mother! However one of the necessary items for success is a loving mother.

Don't get me wrong, there have been very successful people without a mother and either dealt with just a dad or none of either and made it. But from my experience my mother was the key ingredient for my success.

My mother has this instinct that is unbelievable! She always seems to know when something is bothering me; she many times came to my aid without me asking a word. I remember when I first got married and things were tough, a bag or two would show up Sunday morning at my door with bread, cheese and other nice things to have for my two kids,

Today I and Robert live close to my mother. She no longer does much for she is not in good health and has terrible arthritis! However you can still read her eyes! She does not have to say much!

Mu mother turns 76 today! It's an amazing task if you knew our history! She alone raised 3 kids and all are successful. None have been in jail yet (except for that situation with my brother, misunderstanding). And all live close to her. It's something she never asked for but we all knew she wants us nearby at the end.

I speak for my sister and brother when I say, my mother is a jewel to us! She is the rock that sometimes is needed to stay in a straight line. Yes, she keeps us in tact and we love her for it.

She will never read this, but down deep she already knows, that who I am today, is all due to her efforts in keeping me focused on my goals! 

Amore do seus filhos e Roberto,

Dr Q

Monday, December 27, 2010

Abilio's View: A Boy Toy! Seacrest!

Abilio's View: A Boy Toy! Seacrest!: "I don’t know why I feel like this and I am sure therapy would help, but I have the same negative feelings to Seacrest as I do for Oprah. I h..."

A Boy Toy! Seacrest!

I don’t know why I feel like this and I am sure therapy would help, but I have the same negative feelings to Seacrest as I do for Oprah. I have already blogged on Oprah so I don’t want to give her any more fame but here it goes on Sea crest!

I am happy to see that Disney being Gay friendly is giving Seacrest the privilege to host the Disney Parade. But every time I see this dude I don’t think Gay (though it's obvious) I think' what the fuck do people see in him! Now Nick Cannon on the west side of Disney just comes across as a nice man, proud of his wife and family he has ahead. He seems genuine, but Seacrest comes across as a dishonest fake human being.

Maybe it goes back to when all of a sudden American Idol was minus one and he did not even mention the change, I don’t know!

I do know from sources that he should be happy he is Dick Clark's or was his play toy. Besides that he has no talent, comes across as scripted and just for once I wish he would say fuck that guy looks hot. After all he is surrounded by them and focuses so much on the girls you know he is screaming g like Ricky Martin was to come out.

I think when someone writes Dick Clark's memoires, it will definitely be reveled who Seacrest really is and then may then I can start appreciating his talent.

Chat soon,
Dr Q

Sunday, December 26, 2010

Abilio's View: Oprah, a material girl with no time!

Abilio's View: Oprah, a material girl with no time!: "I have never been followers not do I even like here. Not that I have any reason to dislike her, but she has always annoyed me and it's going..."

Oprah, a material girl with no time!

I have never been followers not do I even like here. Not that I have any reason to dislike her, but she has always annoyed me and it's going on 25 years. As happy as she is the show is over, no-one could be happier than me that we no longer praise someone who takes from the white while being dishonest.

Rosie started with the giving away of gifts to the audiences and Oprah saw dollar signs and went thought the ninth degree to make sure she goes down in history as giving cars appliances etc. Believe me it did not cost Oprah a dime to give away anything. But it got publicity and her more money.

I just wish she would of adopted children or had some (oh let’s not forget dishonesty on being gay) and given of her time. It's easy to throw money around when it creates m ore for you, but time. Hummmm time with being a mother, helping those in need has no material reward.

I don’t wish her any bad fortune and hope her channel OWN meets its goals. However to me she will go down as a woman who utilized the white people greed for materialistic needs to become successful.

If she was a good woman and utilized her time to help others, she would have stopped Tom Cruise from making a fool of him on her show. But then again that got her more ratings.

Dumb ass people bought her crap and she has become one of the riches people in the world.

Chat soon
Dr Q

Thursday, December 23, 2010

Abilio's View: What 2011 will bring us?

Abilio's View: What 2011 will bring us?: "As we finish a decade and another year there are those that start pondering on what’s in store for 2011! If only we knew, many riches would ..."

What 2011 will bring us?

As we finish a decade and another year there are those that start pondering on what’s in store for 2011! If only we knew, many riches would come our way! No-one knows what’s in store and even based on biblical prophecy the creator does not look ahead.

So what will 2011 bring us? Well it's very simple! Whatever we want it to bring us! Except for death anything is possible so reach for the stars and maybe between here and there, you will find happiness which is all we are looking for.

So may 2011 bring you all the happiness you deserve and blessings we all need to stay positive in this world that at times is very hard?

Chat soon
Dr Q

Thursday, December 16, 2010

Abilio's View: Lack of Communication=Low Tolerance From Americans...

Abilio's View: Lack of Communication=Low Tolerance From Americans...: "We Americans have the patience of a butterfly! If you notice a butterfly rarely stays still and is always on the move! It takes strong leade..."

Lack of Communication=Low Tolerance From Americans

We Americans have the patience of a butterfly! If you notice a butterfly rarely stays still and is always on the move! It takes strong leadership to keep American's intact and informed and filled with hope.

The latest news from all sectors is we have been in a recovery! Years from now when all data is collected we will know when the recent recession or as I called depression bottomed out. However not o America's! I have been through 3 of these maybe 4 and nothing seems to be ever learned from them to avoid them from starting to begin with. They all have a beginning middle and end and it seems to always catch everyone off guard! This is the part of recessions that bother me.

Leaders are in charge to look ahead and plan. Not everyone is born to lead! Actually there are very few people who we can call great leaders. They are called to the front lines when things are going wrong. Not because the former leader was not doing his/her best, they were just not leaders.

A leader can't be too focused on what Americans are thinking today. They have to do what’s best for tomorrow, next year etc. If a leader has a jerk reaction to our immediate needs he/she fails from the start. A great leader plans, informs and executes.

For instance I have not heard Obama say anything about the stock market. It was around 6500 when he took office and is around 11400 today. Usually that is the start of a recovery. Yes it's not helping every American now but it is setting the state for things to come.

For being an excellent communicator Obama has fallen short in communicating to Americans who have very little patience and expect things done overnight. He may last one term due to one basic fault "lack of communication" to the American people. It's been the downfall of many great leaders!

Chat soon
Dr Q

Sunday, December 12, 2010

Abilio's View: Change, and who it must encompass!

Abilio's View: Change, and who it must encompass!: "It is wonderful to see efforts being made to change our teenagers with challenges developing all along our country. But one must remember th..."

Change, and who it must encompass!

It is wonderful to see efforts being made to change our teenagers with challenges developing all along our country. But one must remember that any effort made at schools need to encompass parents. Our children end up going back to the parents who feed our youngsters, the homophobic, prejudice and no doubt bully their children.

We can't change the next generation if we don't address the present generation. We can try and some will be moved, but the majority end up being what and who they hang around.

"Bad associations spoil useful habits" as the bible says, and bad parents need to be retrained for their children to be successful.

Any effort needs to encompass parents!

Chat soon
Dr Q

Saturday, December 11, 2010

Abilio's View: It Takes Two Presidents To Push A Bill!

Abilio's View: It Takes Two Presidents To Push A Bill!: "I don't know how many people noticed but yesterday President Obama brought in the big gun to sell what he negotiated with the republicans. T..."

It Takes Two Presidents To Push A Bill!

I don't know how many people noticed but yesterday President Obama brought in the big gun to sell what he negotiated with the republicans. Though former President Clinton is one of my favorite presidents and I understand the reason they are trying to sell this bill, I along with many other Americans’ wish Obama stuck to his promise and not give more to the rich.

First let me say I understand politics very well! And I remember Reagan's big speech, if you take care of the rich scraps are sent our way. However the issue I have is The Promise! I am tired of presidents promising things while running for office then not following through. Obama has lost all credibility with me and most Americans I speak with democrat/republicans.

It's a shame, he came to power with such momentum that it's sad to see him fall apart. I said it then and I say it aging, it’s Carter all over again. Here are my recommendations My President:

Since your going to be a one term president I would do the following:
Use your executive power and abolish meaningful shit into law, like "Don’t ask don't tell"!
Don't wait for congress sign into law equal civil rights for all including Gay people.
Don’t cave in to give more to the rich! How often to they have to tell you them make enough.
Focus on fixing our infrastructure!
Focus on teaching our children!
If the American people don't have it then politicians should not have it either. Abolish all perks congressman and senators have.

Chat soon
Dr Q

Friday, December 10, 2010

Abilio's View: Lame Duck Sesion-Time for a Revolution!

Abilio's View: Lame Duck Sesion-Time for a Revolution!: "Why is it that some of the highest paid citizens of the US (Government employees) get to have lame duck sessions? Does their salary get redu..."

Lame Duck Sesion-Time for a Revolution!

Why is it that some of the highest paid citizens of the US (Government employees) get to have lame duck sessions? Does their salary get reduced when they do nothing?

This is why at times I see a revolution coming! You already see it in Europe with the have's and have not's. It amazes me we the citizen’s of this country allow such behavior. Dam they have a job to do and it's ok to agree to disagree, but doing nothing should not be an option.

Maybe their salaries should be attached to how many bills they pass and how the deficit is being managed. I mean we are ready to pass some laws that put’s us further in the red, and even though the republicans ran on change and cutbacks, there they are supporting this bill.

Even the rich say they don’t need the money, but it does not matter we need to make them richer. When Buffett says he pays less taxes than his secretary and he is one of the wealthiest Americans, don't we get it.

I personally am disappointed at Obama on many fronts, but then I did not vote for him! I am not sure McCain with all his good intentions and the idiot Palin would do any better. But I hope someone with common sense and business background runs for office and keeps the promises made.

And this lame duck session! If you’re not moving shit forward then let’s stop paying them. Lawmakers get the best of everything and we hold no-one accountable. Disgraceful... and time for a revolution...

Chat soon
Dr Q

Sunday, December 5, 2010

You either make history, or your part of history.

I was watching the movie Troy last night and this line really made me think! So much so that here I am at 3 AM writing this blog. Most of us don’t set out to make or change history!

The majority of us are born nestle in and then after having a family move on. But a limited some are born to make history. Some of our presidents, world leaders, educators and even some of the general public you can tell were born to make a difference on where we have been and more so where we are going.

It's not necessary something planned! With reality shows we have seen the common folk make history that was never planned in their mind and we have seen some leaders afraid to make history leaving it for others to do.

I say this, if you’re given the opportunity to make history thereby making a difference to millions of lives in a positive way run with it! If not be part of history and embrace good or bad what lies before you and do the best to reflect positive in others. Wise decisions go along way in determining is we are part of or make history. Our ability to lead and convince is also key in molding history.

If you watched Troy, he was driven to e remembered and not necessarily goal driven or righteous driven. I believe those who make history and are remembered do it for the people and thereby are never forgotten.

Chat soon
Dr Q

Thursday, December 2, 2010

This Christmas!

I always think of the song "this xmas I gave you my heart and the very next day you gave it away". So that is not an issue for I gave Rob my heart going on 12 years and he never gave it away or returned it so what to get him "this xmas?

One thing you notice as you age is there is less and less to give people that are older. Most if not all have had everything they need and "things" are no longer important. It's not like money is flowing so it can't be anything expensive either.

So "this xmas" I need to go back to basics and think out of the box! We had some nice bathrobes I threw away in Miami never thinking we would ever use them! Well here we are in Tampa where nights go to the 30's and we definitely could use a nice cotton fluffy robe, so there is that possibility.

Though we all say xmas is a time of giving, we also like receiving something. It's not even how much it costs it's the thought your in someone's mind and being thought of. Rob has always had a challenge with buying anything for me. I really don't need anything so what I might do is buy two robes and there is our xmas presents.

Something we need, will use and cozy up as I know he will be buying me movies he wants. Rob always buys me movies that he wants! It's an excuse to get them and then add them to the hundreds we have in the closet.
We still need to be mindful of the kids and grandson along with a little thing or two for our immediate family. Sometimes something simple, but I get joy watching them smile.

Like every other xmas I will find joy in giving, but dam it, I want that robe I threw away. It's in the 40's this am and I could use it.

Chat soon!
Dr Q

Wednesday, December 1, 2010

When someone you love, loses touch!

One of the blessings of the holidays is that people you haven’t seen for a while are motivated or one is motivated to forget the past and make an effort to reach out. Such a situation happened this week. I tend to navigate towards young men and women and I had lost touch with one about 6 years ago. This week he txt'd us!

Victor was and still is like a son to us! We met like we meet most of our friends, at a club, online or I just reach out to anyone anywhere. I forgot actually how we met Victor but one day he is living with us and becomes like our son. No questions asked no questions needed to ask. I enjoyed celebrating holidays with him since our children tended not to be around. I loved him for whom he was! He had his head on straight and though at times we disagreed, it's what made us a family.

I used to make lunch for him and at times get him lunch. He worked two jobs and still had time to get into trouble. However he was not a troubled kid. Victor was in our heart and one day he left that spot. I am a believer your hearts has various levels and as you navigate through life people go through the various levels with you.

My family asked about Victor and our friends also wondered how he was doing. So now I am happy to report to all that, Victor is fine and working in New Jersey. I am also happy to report that the past has been forgotten and the relationship started where we left off.

Happy Holiday's!
Dr. Q