So tell us, “Who is Nando?”
I’m a Mexican dating blogger given up for adoption three hours after birth then illegally brought to the USA in a basket full of newspapers. Oh, and I also like men. Here’s a video to help fill in the blanks.
Eww, so you’re gay?
Shut up.
What does “NANDOISM” mean?
Nandoism is a sexy state of bliss induced by a sharp wit, excessive self-reflection and extreme sarcasm with the goal of reaching enlightenment…it’s not nirvana, it’s Nandoism. (By the way, did you check out the BRILLIANT banner on the blog? It was done by creative genius Nadine behind CuriousLight.com who’s also responsible for my twitter page which has won a few awards! click here to see her portfolio.
When did you start your blog?
Officially, around June 2008 and it keeps evolving, just like I do. If you go back to early posts, you will see that the style of writing is quite different. And the blogs themselves have different formats.
What’s your blog’s theme?
There’s not a specific theme as much as a general purpose. We all date–so some would call it Nando’s Dating Blog–we all go through ups and downs and my blog pretty much documents those dating disasters but I also blog about daily life issues–like fights with friends, job mishaps and other quirky happenings. And of of late, I’m sipping into dating tips and relationship advice. And whether you’re gay, straight, Latin or whatever, you can relate to my stories and hopefully, follow along as I learn life lessons.
me and my sister (and my Mickey)
What other projects are you involved with?
I create Men’s Grooming Reviews for A Girl’s Gotta Spa, Gay Online Dating Vlogs for GetSteady.com, and I’m a Dating Advice Panelist for Luv em OR Leave em and I’m also the Gay Best Friend giving college girls dating tips over at The College Crush because every girl needs a Gay Best Friend. I also do Social Media Consulting for various businesses.
Why don’t you post regularly?
Cause they don’t make blog fiber. And I’m not a robot, I’m a guy who has feeling and feel stuff. I’m a bit lazy too.
And gay, don’t forget that.
No comment.
Favorite blogging moments/posts?
My Interview with Jackie Collins. (cause she was a bit racist!)
The time spent talking to Tiffani Thiessen on Gay Best Friends. (Cause she gets what having a Gay is all about!)
The post I wrote on how my boyfriend inspires me to be a better person. (Cause this Mexican needs a little help!)
Writing my 1st eBook post and making the video for it.
And of course the blog about being Gay, Mexican & Adopted.
Oh, and when I did the blog about Levi Johnston and his Gay Icon Status. Feathers got ruffled!
How old are you and are you single?
I’m 34 and single. And to my surprise I’m a cougar. (I finally got around to updating this. I was born in 1975–so you do the math and I’m no longer single–I’ve been in a relationship with @marin_nyc since February 2010 — he’s 9 years my junior. Rawr!)
Seriously, you’re gay?
Can we move on, please?
Where are you from?
I’m originally from the great town of Juarez, Mexico where they murder whores, but I was raised in Odessa, Texas where they dislike gays. It’s been a wonderful ride! I really was adopted and illegally brought into the USA. I’m legal now.
Why did you move to New York?
My friend Julie invited me to come live with her and her then boyfriend, now husband, in a beautiful Brownstone in Brooklyn. I wanted to be in Show Biz so I moved to New York 2 months prior to 9/11. The three of us bonded tremendously and still have a strong connection. That’s them on their wedding day. To this date, it’s been the most beautiful wedding I’ve ever been a part of. But my move to NYC has taken me on such a wild ride meeting so many different spirits and allowing me to experience so many different cultures, traditions but it’s also allowed me to evaluate my own rules, values and life standards. New York does that to people. If you have the opportunity, move to New York, but give yourself time to adjust and you’ll see how you blossom.
Do you have enemies?
Many. In school, (elementary and Jr. High) I was the most picked-on kid. I remember the entire band at Crockett Jr. High in Odessa, Texas would line up at the band hall entrance and hit me, one at a time, as I walked over to put my instrument (trumpet) in its slot. I had a rough childhood and anyone gay back then was hidden in the closet so I literally felt so alone. It was a sad place to be but I got through it–it really does get better. But I also had a BFF, Cris,(that’s Cris with no H) and she’s been there for me since the 4th grade! We speak daily and she’s my rock.
So you were gay then?
Who are you?
Would you like to kill the people who were mean to you?
No, I just accept their friend request on MySpace, Facebook and Twitter, but NEVER comment on their pages. (It’s a silent and passive revenge) But honestly, I don’t hold any grudges–I can’t, it’s been such a long time. I can only imagine what type of person can hold onto anger for such a long time–I think it destroys the person. I let it go a long time ago. I recommend it to anyone. Just let it go.
What’s your life’s philosophy?
People are capable of change–so let them. It’s not as easy as it sounds–but it’s true. Education is key. And I’m not talking about a classroom setting, but life lessons. Take the time to explain the law of attraction to someone is who always negative and see what happens. Cheer someone up who’s a total bitch and watch the transformation. Adopt a Gay, Mexican child and see how the world changes.
What do you want people to walk-away with after reading your blog?
That we’re really all the same and our experiences prove it. We are not that unique in our personal experiences. It’s how we feel and show those feeling that allows us to bond. Relate to some one on that level and see how connected your spirit really is. And I also believe the children are our future.
Isn’t that a Whitney Houston song?
Bite me. This interview is over.
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