People who were close to me - family and friends - they knew about my sexuality.

I've learned at the book signings that everyone has obstacles.

I just did not discuss my personal life, my sexuality with the media. That was my policy.

People wait in line to see me, saying there's plenty of living to be done even if you have an HIV diagnosis. People say they are 10- or 15-year survivors and still moving forward.

When you're a kid growing up, and you think you're gay, you know that you're different; you're often teased and it can really destroy your self-esteem. But sports can be great for building self-esteem.

Fear is a part of everything you do ... You have to take great risks to get big rewards.

I guess you can tease me about being a drama queen, because that did heighten the drama.