Username: There are certainly a lot of leo's on Diaryland. I think the main reason for that is probably because it's so concise and says what your horoscope sign is easily and without questions. I had originally spelled "feisty" fiesty because I think that's the correct way but you switched the i and e around, which is different. Certainly something I have to remember in order to go to your site. But overall I like the word fiesty, how ever it's spelled and the whole thing is decent looking. But I'm not sure if I would want to check it out just by seeing the name. (4/5)

Title: It's a phrase and kind of rhymes, I don't think the exclamation mark is neccessary but that's okay. (3/5)

First Sight: At first sight, it's a gorgeous picture and love the font used for "Nothing.. Is what it seems" especially in those places and light-full colors. It's a delightful scene and the links are written in the same way, but the box around it doesn't look so great. Your entry boxes are so nice and marble-y though, and I love how you have "The Feisty Leo" at the bottom of it all. What font is that anyway? (8/10)

Your Sacrifice: You've archived and update quite frequently so I'll just give you full points. (8/8)

Sparkling Diamond: I'm assuming this is made by you because I can't find a link back to different designer anywhere. You might want to make a page about the current layout on why you decided to make it, the source of the picture and any help you had, etc. Then it'd be easier for people to know it's really all your work. The picture is good looking. I like the dark colored hair and the fact they're in the water, with lily pads around. It's kind of a darker picture just in terms of black, green colors and brown but the message from it doesn't seem to have evil undertones. But then again "nothing is what it seems" right? So maybe I just don't know what I'm saying here. I like how you have your links in that font and way, but the green boxes around it doesn't look that good. It isn't particularly bad, but might be better if you chose a different color to go with the layout more, either the image or one that matches the entry box tone. The background behind entries is pretty nice. Faded red and a cool kind of French, elegant design which I like. It doesn't hinder the look of the picture either. I think what's most out of place is the centered Diaryland button on the bottom; the computerized and pixelized font does not match anything. (20/25)

Guestbook: Ooh it has that same reddish background. I like the font color but not really the grey of the majority of entries. Looks good though. And you most likely coded it yourself. (3/2)

Readability: As it is with most diaries, everyone does perfect here. (5/5)

The Love: Your first entry was brief, but gave a pretty nice introduction to yourself, which I like seeing. I loved that you wrote "I am a gay male;" [right away so people know and you have nothing to hide] "this is only one aspect of my multifaceted persona." That's a great way to put it. Some people think "gay" is all a person is and that's just crazy. Of course you're more than your sexual preference. Whoa, you only weigh 118 lbs? Aren't we jealous. Dark hair, do you mean black or brown? Blue eyes are my favorite. Swoon. You even told us that you're HIV positive. Some of these things are aspects that most people would want to keep private until knowing someone better, but you just let it out right then and there. It's a kind of take me or leave me mentality and I like knowing all this about you up-front. You don't hide anything which is a huge plus. I look forward to read more of your diary.

The next entry was a rant on how "casinos suck." Well, yea when you put it the way you did.. If you make it become this way, it really takes a lot out of you. Hmm, I'm not sure I like that you called someone a "typical fag" in this entry but you have your reasons on why. I just think if you wouldn't want to be called that, you shouldn't call someone else that. Just because someone is that bad of a person doesn't make it right to say. But yea, of course you can call the person that if wanted.

You're pretty good at expressing your emotions, getting them all out and ranting when you feel like about Scott or other matters. You also write a lot about friend which is nice because it's good to know about some of the people dear to you in your life. I can tell you have some pretty great relationships with some of them and you're not afraid to show you feelings about that. This is very interesting. You call them "rackets" which I've never heard before but from what you write, I can tell it has to do with things that are hindering you. Okay, to be honest, I don't really know if this is all on yourself or Gabe or whatever, but I can relate to what you've written about not wanting to be persecuted [I'm sure you've had to deal with that a lot more than most people] and feeling insecure. I've always disliked competing against others too. I'm not a competitive person; I usually withdraw if I feel like it's getting too competitive. I so understand what you're thinking about being anti-social sometimes [because I'm so quiet and shy especially in the beginning] and all that. I'm glad you were able to write all this down. Even though there was no solution or even contemplating a way to overcome some of these fears, at least you know they're there and you've made it more concrete.

You do a really good job of focusing your attention on one main thing and going more in depth about it and you include your thoughts on the people, what you think will happen, etc. And yea, isn't that all something we'd like? No drama whatsoever? Kind of hard to control, but I hope you will be able to just relax at the time you need.

Wow, I can't believe your mom reacted this way when you had to go to the hospital either because I see what you're saying. Even though something may seem miniscule, it could be the thing that triggers it to full-blown AIDS. You totally are not a whiner, just saying how you feel and it's not unjustified. You've been through so much; I'm glad I got to know a little more about your history. It's such a private thing though, and you make yourself so open in your online diary.

You're always honest and in touch with your emotions which I loved reading about. You can be pretty detailed too, like here and I just felt that with every entry, I get to know you more and more. I also get a great feel of how you think of your parents, Gabe, Susan, everyone. When you write down inner thoughts, it's really beautiful to read and I feel so close to you. I absoultely love the way you described fall season. I never really cared about that particular time of year, but after reading your perception of it, I am more receptive to it. This whole entry is a nice one and makes me feel more hopeful. Then the next one is feeling so much worse, which I ... wow, this is so indimidating but it tells exactly what you're going through so vividly. It's a little scary. You're going through so much emotional pain at this time, and you still manage to show us exactly what's going on even though it must've been so difficult to dwell on it more. Though maybe sometimes, writing it out made you feel a little better? I know that happens for me. You do such a great job detailing relationships, how you feel, everything. It's wonderful and delightful to read some of the things about the weather, sky, and what you think of the world or your current situation. (47/50)

Grammar: Nothing major, so that's nice. (9/10)

Glitter: Review links, bio page, picture of Gabe [yes, he is cute! and yea, Carl is hot too. Man I want to find guys like that! Seriously...], rings, quizzes, other links, dreams, 101, cast, photos [well, you're pretty darn good looking yourself. The ones with the colorful effects are nice but I especially like goofy grin and picture from 2001 in San Diego..] (12/15)

Extra Credit: Three for self design, one for telling us everything, and one because I love those pictures so much. (5/5)

Lasting Impression: A pretty good one, yes. (8/10)

Will I Come Back?: I'm not sure. Probably not every week or whatever, but once in awhile. I want to see what you've been up to. (6/10)

Total: 138/160

Number of Entries Read: All 69 entries.

Favorite Entry: I liked this -- nicely written. And this was beautiful.

Favorite Quote: I hope this feeling of emptiness and despair ends soon... It’s already beyond my control to alleviate... I'm just trying not to allow myself to sink lower... I would just love some intimate contact... A hug... a kiss... a smile.. a warm breathe.. anything at all to remind me that I am real.. that I do matter... and to feel someone else and channel this negative energy away and to give affection.. I don't feel myself when I cannot give affection.. I feel numb... That I'm not whole.. Where is this missing part of me? What happened to him? I'm still searching..

Comments: I'm so sorry it took so long to get to you. You did an excellent job though. And I wish I could meet more cute guys!

Reviewed by: Kathy