Oh, I'm right there with ya, man.
I haven't mastered 2) or 3) yet, but I am something of a clothes horse. My wife likes to point out that for the longest time after she met me she was sure I was gay and just hadn't found the closet door.
I like to believe that we're among the first of the next stage of male evolution. I'm not talking about 'metrosexuals'; that's a cute term, and all, but it really addresses only superficial attributes of some men's behaviour. Rather, we're embodying far more substantive elements of successful human society: communication, tolerance, managing one's environment to promote cooperation and engagement. The people who thrive in increasingly populous cultures will do so by expressing the most constructive qualities of both genders.
Men of the world, wake up and smell the mocha-double-latte!
In the human life cycle, females tend to mature physically and socially before males. In the history of human social behaviour, women realized long ago the imperative of being able to fulfill traditionally male roles as well as female. Whether out of ambition, curiosity, or simple survival, women are trashing boundaries everywhere, and consequently have reached an unparalleled peak of self-determination, prosperity, and satisfaction.
Of course, women are also exhausted and overworked, because while a woman can do almost anything, the things men can't--or won't--do are legion. When our first "Madam President" is finally elected, it will be historic, but no longer surprising. Contrast that with a heterosexual man who teaches pre-school or dances ballet. Picture in your mind a man pointing out the forward and rear exits, describing the drop-down oxygen masks, and explaining how to use your seat cushion as a flotation device. He's got a lisp, right? What ever happened to the true samurai? Loyal and deadly, he could and would kick your ass without breaking a sweat. But his skills in poetry and flower arranging were just as highly prized.
The definition of what's feminine has become a big tent, roomy and inviting. The definition of what's masculine apparently fits under a small umbrella with several bent ribs. So-called male culture is building walls that will relegate it to ghetto status in the human community.
Break boundaries, Gary. Blaze your trail and continue to be fabulously successful so no one can discount your broadness as mere eccentricities. Sure, it feels a little conspicuous being out here apart from the crowd. Eventually more people will realize that extraordinary achievement comes not just from thinking outside the box, but from being there.
By the way, where can I buy 850 threadcount sheets?
-RW

Robert, I got the 850's from a lacemaker in Italy. Man was I bummed to find that the Frontgate catalog has 1050's. I can't believe that they can make a thread so thin. The 850's are awesome although "youreacomment" who posted above couldn't tell the difference :)

Gary,

Don't forget to have Michael in Florda put that light in your closet!

Put that light in your closet LOL!!!! p.s. Michael did nothing for me, is that proof enough? LOVE HIM THOUGH