All,

I wanted to thank everyone for their input over the past week. I recognize that not everyone has the same knowledge, experience, opinions, etc. and that I was seeking both positive reinforcement as well as challenges to my ideas.

On a very positive note, last night I "came out" to my wife as well as my 16 and 23 year old daughters. It was received positively, and my wife reiterated that she's always know I'm gay since the first time I told her of my past and my sexual preferences. She said it does not matter so long as I am committed and faithful to her.

I'll say that there is nothing that is going to change in how I live my life in the short term, though I may find myself in a situation where I feel it is in my best interest to acknowledge being gay. I know that now there is no doubt that I have been clear in unambiguous to my wife and family that I am actually gay, and that I love them and want to remain together as a family and want to maintain my marriage.