Songs of Life

2007-01-08T14:03:00.000-08:00

New Job!!

I had trouble sleeping last night so I was kind of tired on the first day of my new job. I fell asleep around 2 or 3. The sad part is I was in bed way before that. I was think about a million things. There is the fact I had a cup of hot tea before bed. Bad move!!

This morning the alarm went off at 6:30 and I jumped out of bed into the shower. I was to the shuttle stop by 7 ish and on my way downtown. I then had to take the Cincinnati bus to Humana.

I was stressing when it was about 20 til and the bus driver was having trouble lifting the handicap seat to accommodate a wheel chair. I just shook my head in disgust. I know I was just nervous about being late. I got there on time and filled out paper work, drank some OJ, and had a Danish.

Then we pretty much watched a power point all day. There was a presentation on the history of the company, and details on our benefits. I'm not sure if I will connect with anyone I'm working with yet. I think we will have a better idea in training. There was a lady in my glass unsure about which bus to take. I have become very familiar with the public transit in the Nati.

One perk of the day was getting off work at 3. I was home about 10 til 4 and on my way to have a Zola Burger at Zola's in Mainstrasse. Matt, Jason, and I will have to go when Jason moves here. The beer I had was cheap too.

I know choppy sentences...That's how I roll :)

2007-01-03T10:36:00.000-08:00

Change in Post

I was originally going to post about the men of 2006. I decided that yes looking back is good, but it is better to post about the life lessons that I learned last year and maybe a glimpse of what 2007 will be like.

Learned in 2006:

Be careful when you choose a roommate!!
If you really don't want the answer DO NOT ASK THE QUESTION!!
You can not fix other peoples lives when you life is broken
Careful who you choose as your friends.
Make sure your good to the right people.
Do not waste you time on the wrong!!
I need to stand up for me.
That it is not always nessecary to put yourself second
That I'm not ok with being alone
I hooked up too many times(Hey at least I admit it)
Give chances, but not too many.
Never fill a void with things that are bad for you
Trust your gut feeling.
There is more than just going out and getting drunk
I'm not whole yet
I have met some awesome people!!
I feel there is a purpose to everything

Maybe in 2007 I will write complete paragraphs :)

Heres to the New Year!!

2006-12-28T08:28:00.000-08:00

Your Seduction Style: Fantasy Lover

You know that ideal love that each of us dreams of from childhood? That's you!
Not because you posess all of the ideal characteristics, but because you are a savvy shape shifter.
You have the uncanny ability to detect someone's particular fantasy... and make it you.

You inspire each person to be an idealist and passionate, and you make each moment memorable
Even a simple coffee date with you can be the most romantic moment of someone's life
By giving your date exactly what he or she desires, you quickly become the ideal lover.

Your abilities to make dreams come true is so strong, that you are often the love of many people's lives.
Your ex's (and even people you have simply met or been friends with) long to be yours.
No doubt you are the one others have dreamed of... your biggest challenge is finding *your* dream lover.

What Kind of Seducer Are You?

2006-12-28T06:01:00.000-08:00

Someone Else's Story...

That is the title of a song from the musical "Chess". The Show where I met who turned out to be one of my Best friends Ally. Ally and her husband Rob moved to Eureka, CA in the summer. They were in town for one night only last night and I had the honor of spending time with her. I love this girl to death. I can tell her anything. We use to go have dinner and we both would avoid small talk and jump right into what is going on in our lives.

When she sang the song I mentioned above I cried. She has touched my heart and I was hurt that she was leaving again. She came over and said her goodbyes. I cried again.

I miss her already and look forward to maybe taking a trip out to California in April.

On another note....
Next post will be the Men of 2006. The highlights and low lights. More low than high.

2006-12-20T11:30:00.000-08:00

More Post...Buzzer

I was talking to my blog friend Six last night and told him I would post today. The only thing I can think about is the new security pad they added to my office door and the buzzing sound it makes every time you enter.

I (for now) work in HR for a large department store chain. My office has an additional file room were all personal files are kept. After a recent audit it was found the files were not secure enough. So now there is this James Bond'esk key pad outside the door. Every time I leave my office I have to punch the code to get in. The annoying part is the buzzer. It not only annoys me but all those around me. I figure I only have a few weeks so what the hell.

Job...I had an interview with a Health insurance company yesterday. I think it went very well. I should know something by the end of the week.

Show...Nothing has changed. March 4th is still the date. So mark your calendars.

Pod casting... I have been talking to two future pod casters and look forward to them bringing us a new show. I begged to be a guest on the show. So far its a go

Happy Holidays Everyone!!

2006-12-18T07:31:00.000-08:00

You're The Sound and the Fury!

by William Faulkner

Strong-willed but deeply confused, you are trying to come to grips
with a major crisis in your life. You can see many different perspectives on the issue,
but you're mostly overwhelmed with despair at what you've lost. People often have a hard
time understanding you, but they have some vague sense that you must be brilliant
anyway. Ultimately, you signify nothing.

Take the Book Quiz
at the Blue Pyramid.

2006-12-15T06:56:00.000-08:00

Coffee!!

Alright I'm a huge fan of coffee and I'm very excited that a new coffee house has opened in my neighborhood. The name of the place is Bean Haus. They do not have all of the permits need to sell brewed coffee so each day there are samples to try. Needless to say I stop there every morning. Check it out beanhaus.com

2006-12-14T06:57:00.000-08:00

I apologize....Kind of

I think I did not make myself clear when I made a comment about Jake Simpson.

There was one point in the concert where Mr. Simpson thought he was suppose to come in and put the microphone up to his mouth and it was clear that it was not the right time. When he performed during the second half of the show he was awesome...

So now to you Mr. Gibb (Jake) .. I do not have to have been on television or have made tour appearances to have an opinion on a performer or a performance. Really anyone can be on television. Your on a reality show and you become a star. Jake Simpson is a talented singer. My comments may have seemed harsh and I apologize for that, but everyone is entitled to an opinion.

Just to think I thought I only had 4 readers.

2006-12-13T10:01:00.000-08:00

Lifes a dance your learn as you go..........

I'm trying too hard to come up with good titles like my blogger pal Six. Anyway I want to catch you up on my life and times.

The Boy...Well he did not turn out to be a total jerk. It is hard to be a jerk when there is no communication. He went on and on last weekend how I "Rocked his World" then I never heard from him again. It is a blessing though. He has a slight problem (that is an understatement) with drugs and is not really sure how to handle. I told him if we continued to pursue this whatever then that would be a HUGE road block.

Job... I have a few leads on a new job. I probably should be looking right now , but Six and Jason would keep hounding me to blog. There is a training position with the company I work for ,but the Presidents niece is going for the job. I have a job fair to go to at Humana Health Insurance. Time will tell.

Benefit Show... Here is the latest

The show is to Benefit Caracole of Cincinnati (http://www.caracole.org/)

Connected thru Music
Date: March 4 2007
Location: The Know Theatre (http://www.knowtheatre.com/)

Pictures are still a work in progress....not stressing yet...but soon :)

I want a song list confirmed by at least the end of the month.

Tickets are going to be at this time $20.00
Reception is from 6-7 ???????? Music by Chris Jacob (http://chrisjacob.com/)
Free Food !!
7:30 actual performance starts. It will last for about an hour to an hour and a half.

Cast
La Tanya Foster http://www.havengroup.biz/services.html
Chuck Beatty
Katy Maguire
Michael Dauterman - Singer/Piano
Mary Jo McClain
Gary Strain
Kathleen Wagner
Rob Workley
Nathan Hess - Trumpet

I continue to make great connections with local Gay friendly businesses to put together some silent action prizes. So much to do!! This is something I feel I was born to do and will keep pressing on.

Jim Brickman... Had the pleasure to see Jim Brickman at the Aronoff Center this past Saturday night. The blonde guy who won Star Search performed. I'm no professional, but he could use a few more performance years behind him before he starts getting paid to do it. Victoria Shaw who wrote one of my favorite songs "The River" was also there. Then the hottie violin player. WOW!! so cute. Had a good night

all for now :)

2006-11-29T11:17:00.000-08:00

Few Minutes....

I only have a few minutes to put something down here some I'm going
to throw in some random shit. There is no order. That is what makes it
random.

It sucks that I missed Jason's visit to Cincy over the Thanksgiving Holiday
I had a nice weekend trip with the Family..It got to the point where we wanted to kill each other by Saturday. It worked out well that we left Sunday morining at 7AM. When I got home I went directly to UG for the game and drank the night away
I had a great meeting with the Know Theatre about a benefit show I'm putting together in March
I was informed yesterday I have until 1/17 to find a new job..YAY
Ally and Rob are coming to visit on 12/27
I'm kinda sorta seeing someone...Way to early to tell..Hope he is not a jerk

That is it for now. I'm going to have access at home soon so I can blog there.

2006-11-08T10:18:00.000-08:00

Lunch Time

Since I'm never home I found it best to update this blog at
work. Except for just then when the OVP walked in my office.
what is the point of having a door. Any way....

My week last week...

Monday...

It was so long ago I do not remember..Must not have been important..Oh wait my power was off
so I stayed at my parents...Always a good time !! There is nothing like watching the Speed network over and over again.

Tuesday...Halloween

After work I went to my friend JD's house to hand out candy and of course have some adult beverages. Then a quick stop at UG. James, Brad (co-worker of James) and myself went to stripper Tuesday at the Dock. There was no one there so we left and headed back to UG.

Wednesday...

Early Happy Hour after work. The problem with Happy Hour is it sometimes turns into a part time job. We go to Union Station and then they have Karaoke at around 8. So we stay for that a stay up on a school night.

Thursday...

My evening plans developed while having lunch at UG. I had promised my new friend APK that I would come see the show he was currently music directing. I figured tonight would be the night. So I went. The title of the show is "See what I want to see". The music was great. APK suggested I sit toward the front to get the best effect. He is very talented. As were the cast and orchestra in the show. It was a really good show!! I followed the cast to UG to have a few drinks.

Friday...

I was not feeling well and slept the whole entire day!!! I finally got up at 5:00 and
took and shower and headed to the traditional Happy Hour. This was followed up by
UG and then home.

Saturday...

Another lazy day. I cleaned around the house and listened to some music. Then my friend Kim met me at my house and we went to see LaCage. My friend Rob was in the in the show. Good show. There were some sound problems that were annoying, but that happens.

Sunday...

Had Brunch with Gary...Not sure were the rest of the brunch crew was, but we had a good time. Then it was off to UG for my new Sunday tradition "Gay Football Sunday". The Bengals game with APK, Bill, and Mark. It's a good time...

There is more but lunch is almost over...

2006-10-30T10:20:00.000-08:00

Hello to my 3 readers :)

Here is the week in the life of Chuck

Monday: Had dinner with my friend James after
work and then home to sit and do nothing

Tuesday: Met the one time love interest Tom for Happy
hour at http://www.myuniversalgrille.com. Then we went
to The Golden Lion and finally the Serpent. The Serpent is a
scary place, but if you want some its the right place to go. I
for one did not take part in any activity. Late night ended
about 2:00

Wednesday: Draged myself into work. Then proceeded to
another Happy Hour at http://www.usvc.com. Then a stop
at Universal Grille, and Shooters (country gay bar, they had
Karaoke that night) Then after last call went and had food at
the Anchor Grille. Home at 4:00

Thursday: Still made to work... Had dinner with James the friend I
mentioned earlier. I then went home and feel asleep. My dear friend
Gary called and asked me to go to Universal Grille for yet again more
Karaoke. How could I refuse. Later that night met up with someone and
went a had a good time else where.

Friday: Work was rough that day, but I got through it....This was official
Happy Hour day. The whole gang along with some guest were there!! At
about 8 my friend Rob and I went to pack up his stuff for the big move on
Saturday. After I helped Rob I went to my second home Universal Grille
to meet up with a guy I was talking to at the end of the bar. Nice guy. He
had a lot of things back in Dallas he needed to deal with. He still wanted me
to sleep with him. No thanks!! Went home

Saturday: I SLEPT IN!!! Rob had plenty of help moving so I stayed home. At
about 1:00 Gary and I went to have lunch and go get our costumes. I picked out
this space suit and mask. I was impressed how it left nothing to the imagination.
Hey I'm single and will not have this body forever. If you got it flaunt it when you
can. So I did. I had a group of friends meet at my house for a bite to eat and then
on to a party. The party was ok. I did not know a lot of people and was not really in
the mood to meet new people. That is usually not like me. We left the party. I made a
slight modification to my costume, and away we went. Of course to Universal Grille, and
then to Adonis http://www.adonisthenightclub.com. I will have to fill you in on the best
part of the night some other time ;)

Sunday: Brunch by myself at UG. I watched the Bengals get there ass kicked. I went home about 5. Tom called and asked if I wanted to grab a drink. I said why not. So we went to
On Broadway and the UG for Desperate Housewives. I made it home by 11:00 :)

So that was my week. I still need to learn about some things on this blog site. Posting pictures, displaying blogs I read, and so on.

Please help

2006-10-23T04:53:00.000-07:00

You Are Las Vegas

Wild and uninhibited, you enjoy all of life's vices.You're a total hedonist, especially with sex, gambling, and drinking.You shine brightly every night, but you do the ultimate walk of shame each morning.
Famous Las Vegas residents: Wayne Newton, Howard Hughes, Penn & Teller, Siegfried & Roy

What American City Are You?

2006-10-17T05:45:00.000-07:00

I need to make more time to blog!! So how am I doing? Doing well. Rehearsing for a show that opens the second week of November. It scares how unprepared we are at this point. It will all come together. I hope!!

I have recently learned that life has many paths that you can take. Not a really a huge lesson learned. Most probably all ready know it. I recently have been traveling down the wrong one. For the last few weeks I have been drinking every night of the week and staying out until 1 or 3 in the morning. This makes it very difficult to get up for work. Which has hurt my performance at work and honestly with everything.

I have seen examples of how other peoples lives have turned out going down this very path. It is not the most positive turn out to say the least.

I was told yesterday that things at my job are not working out and I can either find something else within in the company or elsewhere by the end of the year.

I can look at this two ways. 1. I have failed at my job 2. This is the shake up in my life I need to make a change.

Time will tell where a new path might take me :)

2006-09-25T05:09:00.000-07:00

BROKEN

I got into work this morning and saw a comment from Jason on my blog asking
“Where you be?”. So I thought I would update my few blog readers.

The last month I have focused on a friendship that I thought was going to progress to something else. I recently found out I was wrong about the progression. I’m taking this very hard. I’m not really sure why though. It was only a month. Is it possible to fall for someone that quick? When you find qualities in a person that match what you have always wanted in a partner it hard not to try to hold on , and have a fear it could go away at any second. I held on too tight.

Here is what is Broken

Heart
Spirit
Focus
Drive

I lost myself over the last month and I never want to do that again. I have things I need to stay focused on. Now is the time to take it all back and live for me. Things will work out and happy blogging will take the place of this sad crap.

2006-08-28T10:29:00.000-07:00

Happy Monday!!

I'm going to actually put something in writing this time. I need to read more on how to publish pics on this site.

Here is an overview on one of the best weekends I have had in a long time.

Friday: Started off with getting picked up from work by my new friend Tom. Then headed to Ritual Salon to have my hair did. I had not had it cut in what felt like months. It was pretty long. Then after the cut Tom and I headed to Newport to eat at Pompilio's Restaurant. This restaurant was featured in the film "Rain Man". The food was excellent.

After dinner Tom and I headed to Universal Grille for a cocktail or two. We met up with Gary, Ben, Heather, and Greg. Then we all went to the scary hairy dock for a night of dancing so we had hoped. It was drag show night. Not pretty. I like drag it just seemed to last all night.

Saturday: Late Afternoon Tom and I headed to Columbus to spend time with my friends Tom and Jonathan. It had been a year since I had seen them so the visit was long over due. We had dinner and then went back to their house and got ready for a night on the town. We went to a new club there called "Q" (hmm..Wonder what that means)

Sunday: We had brunch at North Star cafe and then went shopping at Easton. Then back to Cincy.

ok that is all for

2006-08-25T10:56:00.000-07:00