Richard

`Then it was generally thought of the final stage of the virus before death, yet here I am in 2010 writing this on line diary.'

`So some good fun last month! No reason to let status get in the way of living your life fully.'

`My general lifestyle is important to me and I always make sure I get exercise, that my diet is good and that I get adequate rest.'

`I would like to recommend to any of you who have read this to consider how you deal with your emotions and feelings around this time. Do you allow yourself time to acknowledge how you are doing?'

`So, as the eternal optimist, I am looking forward to this year.'

`In terms of our health within the HIV community well I count my lucky stars that for me another year is here enjoying good health which is managed jointly by myself with the support of my clinic.'

`How are those around me? well my voluntary work at THT continues to amaze and inspire me. The men I get to meet have life stories which all reflect a fantastic journey and are always humbling.'

'Hello anyone who is following my diary.'

'Yet again I find myself sitting by the window, with the sun just starting to shine through the endless rain, and considering my last few weeks.'

'How often do you wonder how wise you really are? If you are an older gay man reading this diary entry perhaps you will understand where I’m coming from.'

'This month my time has flown by, has yours?'

`Summer comes back for one last blast!'

`Who cares for our carers, partners, friends and family? Something has been on my mind now for a considerable time regarding our HIV community.'

`What does Christmas and new year mean to many of us living with HIV long term?'

Bittersweet memories of older gay HIV poz men.