OPINION

Michael Phelps Makes Us Proud

Written by Ryan Eanes
Published August 14, 2004

Not surprisingly, Michael Phelps has been awarded his first gold medal, in the 400m individual medley--and he set a new world record in the process:

The 19-year-old Phelps, who holds the world record in the 400m IM along with two other events, led the whole race and spent the final 350m below world-record pace.

American Erik Vendt took the silver, chasing down Hungary's Laszlo Cseh in the final 50m to finish in 4:11.81.

"I'm perfectly happy right now," Phelps said after stepping up to an Olympic podium for the first time. "I said I wanted one.

I have my one now. Now I just have to stay focused and go out and swim my races."

There's a very real, intangible sense of pride that I felt when Phelps hit the wall and realized that he'd not only won his first medal, but also broken another world record. At the rate he's going, the rest of this week in Athens is undoubtedly going to be amazing.

The next question: Will the gold that Phelps will undoubtedly continue to accrue this week impact his attitude at all? His Australian counterpart, Ian Thorpe, has a very strange cocky attitude about him--probably having something to do with his "idol" status in that country. My sense is that, regardless of how famous Phelps becomes, he probably won't seem quite as arrogant as Thorpe (even if Thorpe--the "Thorpedo"--has earned his own bragging rights after all this time).

This may be, in part, due to the fact that Phelps has had the same swim coach since age 11. His mother, as well, seems to be a very strong presence in his life, considering that he had to plead with her to let him buy a "tricked out" Cadillac Escalade (including those silly spinning rims). Since he's only 19 and still lives at home, chances are good that he'll remain headed in a positive direction.

There's also an undeniable cultural difference between Australia and the United States that also helps explain the differences between Thorpe and Phelps. Here in the US, while it's true that athletes can have their moment in the spotlight, it's sports like basketball and football that remain dominant. This is unfortunate, as it almost entirely overshadows star athletes in other sports.

Whatever the final medal count from this Olympiad, this is only Phelps' second visit (his first was when he was 15)--future games will almost certainly prove to be just as exciting. The biggest tragedy that I can foresee in Phelps' future? At some point, he's not going to be able to break his own records anymore!

Ryan Eanes is a freelance writer, designer and producer based in Brooklyn, New York. He is a graduate of Wake Forest University, and is completing a MA in Media Studies at The New School in New York.
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#1 — August 16, 2004 @ 14:55PM — jack e. jett [URL]

michael phelps is amazing.

i am willing to pay up to $25.00 to have him come and swim in my pool.

can someone get this offer to him?

jack e. jett

#2 — August 17, 2004 @ 00:21AM — Priyanka

Michael Phelps is an amazing swimmer. he is such a dedicated and driven person. I admire him alot. I am willing to pay $50-$100 to have him swim in my pool. Michael, email me!! LOL

#3 — August 18, 2004 @ 12:23PM — Johanna D'Elia

O my Lordy!!Michael Phelps is Sooo hott!!

All I have to say is he is my Olympic Hottie!!I stayed up all nite juss to see him swim and win another gold!!!

~Luv ya michael!~

~Johanna~

#4 — August 18, 2004 @ 12:27PM — Ryan [URL]

I will trump both offers! I'll pay $100 for Michael to come swim--but I don't even have a pool, so it'll have to be in the tub.

#5 — August 18, 2004 @ 17:00PM — kristy

Oh my gosh Michael Phelps is like the hottest swimmer ever. I love him soo much and i hope he does really well in everything!And he is one of the reasons why i watch the olympics and i can't wait until they show him.

#6 — August 18, 2004 @ 20:05PM — janarra

MICHAEL PHELPS IS HOOOOOOOOOTTTTTTTTT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! DOES ANYBODY KNOW IF HE'S GOT A GIRLFRIEND? AND DOES ANYBODY KNOW WHAT HIS E-MAIL ADDRESS IS! SOMEBODY PLEEZ SEND IT TO ME IF THEY KNOW! I WONDER WHAT KINDA GIRL HE LIKES? OH WELL! HE WILL BE 4-EVER HOT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
-WILL ALWAYZ BE YOUR #1 FAN PHELPS!!!!-
-JANARRA-

#7 — August 18, 2004 @ 20:36PM — Renee

OH MY GOD!!MICHAEL IS SOOOO HOTTTTTTT!!!!!!!!!! HE IS THE HOTTEST GUY I HAVE EVER SEEN!!!! I would LOVE to meet him!! He is soo awesome and I hope he does well in everything! GO FOR THE GOLD!!!! YOU CAN DO IT!!! much LOVE!!!Muah!

#8 — August 18, 2004 @ 20:43PM — Eric Olsen

he is so hot, you skewed the page

#9 — August 18, 2004 @ 22:05PM — felps_hatur

Michael Felps is SOOO retarded!! If he were to swim in your pool he would be a liability....Seriously, he looks like he has down syndrome. He's a cross between Rainman and the Hulk. I'll pay you $25 to stop posting such ridiculous requests. He is not going to come to your backyard and swim in your pool...

#10 — August 18, 2004 @ 22:08PM — boomcrashbaby

I wonder how much it would cost to have him clean the pool.

#11 — August 19, 2004 @ 11:54AM — helene verrochi [URL]

Michael phelps is one of the sexiest guys in the world!!!!!! I've never seen a nicer body than his. Anyone know how too contact him??? please email it to me!!! THANKS!!!!
I love u michael phelps!! <3!!
love always....~*helene*~

#12 — August 19, 2004 @ 17:06PM — sAM

OMG!!!! MICHAEL PHELPS IS SO HOTT!!!! HE IS MY ROEL MODEL!!! I LUV HIM SO MUCH!!! DOES ANYONE KNOE HIS #?? OR EVEN ADDRESS?? I WOULD GIVE ANYTHING TO MEET HIM!!!! I LUV HIM!!! HES ALL OVER MY WALLS!!!I LUV U PHELPS!!!!! LOVE ALWAYS AND FOREVER ~SAM~

#13 — August 19, 2004 @ 21:19PM — Angel

Michael Phelps is my Hero and he is sooooooooooooooooooooooo HOTTTTTTTTT !!!!!!!!!! HE IS SOOOOOO FINE HE MAKES MY MOUTH DROP AND HE IS ALL MINE !!!!!!!!!!

#14 — August 19, 2004 @ 21:23PM — Angel

Michael if you see this e-mail me becuz I AM UR ULTIMATE #1 FAN OF ALL TIME and I would pay you all I had for you to come over and swim with me in my pool



*~ANGEL~*

#15 — August 19, 2004 @ 22:48PM — Leah

Wow that is funny I think half the population of the world is in love with michael phelps. You would think you people are busy with school and reality. I am sure Michael has better things to do then swim in your pool! He is an amazing and very busy swimmer!

#16 — August 19, 2004 @ 23:01PM — elni

OMG I LOVE PHELPS!!!! ahhhh his body is so perfect and he looks SO HOT in his low-rise bathingsuit!!! HE IS MY HERO and i watch all of his races!!! HOW CAN I MEET HIM? does he have a girlfriend?

#17 — August 20, 2004 @ 01:06AM — Jenny879

Oh my goodness! I met Michael and he is the nicest guy ever! Not only is he really hot but what i love most about him is that he will try his best to fulfill everyones wishes! He's so sweet and compassionate! I'm also extreamly proud of all the gold he's won so far in the olympics! I love you michael and i wish you the best of luck in all you do!
much love,
Jenny

#18 — August 20, 2004 @ 08:14AM — Eric Olsen

he seems extremely good-natured and level-headed - I'm am so glad to see him do this well after his (relatively) slow start and all the stupid questions about disappointment

#19 — August 20, 2004 @ 12:33PM — Janna

MICHAEL YOU ARE SOO HOTT! I really want his email address or something so if anyone knows it, email me!! Especially if anyone has met him! He is such a great swimmer too and makes me want to go jump in a pool and swim some laps! I want to meet him too! Anyone know how? EMAIL ME!
~Luv Ya~ Janna

#20 — August 20, 2004 @ 12:49PM — Chau

Michael Phelps is very good looking and I read somewhere that he doesn't have a girlfriend! But does anyone know whether he actually reads this or not?

#21 — August 20, 2004 @ 13:07PM — Ryan [URL]

Chances are that he hasn't seen this, considering he's been somewhat busy with the Olympics this week. ;)

*** SPOILER ALERT ***

However, I am happy to report that Michael won his 5th gold medal today--making 7 total so far (5 gold & 2 bronze). Congrats to him!

#22 — August 20, 2004 @ 18:58PM — Hannan [URL]

Does Micheal know this web site even exsists? Plus i think it would cost a lot more than $25 dollars to sw3im in your pool. I'm from Dana Vollmers hometown and she has a chrush on him too. I have a chrush on Paul Hamm. Why i'm putting this all down i don't know.

#23 — August 20, 2004 @ 19:23PM — Eric Olsen

michael not only knows this site exists: he knows us all by name

#24 — August 20, 2004 @ 19:47PM — Olivia

Michael Phelps is hot!! I can't believe he doesn't have a gilfriend!

#25 — August 20, 2004 @ 20:04PM — Margarida

Oh please they smell a guy with money and imidiately he becomes this sex god! Get real girls, the guy is fugly and self conceited like most of North Americans! Great swimming body for such a retarded mind.

#26 — August 20, 2004 @ 20:30PM — Olivia

He's hot because he has a hobby that you can tell he is passionate about. That is so hot!

#27 — August 20, 2004 @ 21:43PM — Holli

Michael Phelps is not only hot but talented!!! If anyone knows how to contact him, email me at hbabe1213@hotmail.com. All the haters out there....shut up he is a talented swimmer no matter what you say!!!

Love you Michael

Holli

#28 — August 20, 2004 @ 21:59PM — michael phelps [URL]

hey kids..I went to this web site to see what's up with everything and life..and all i see are these amazing thing writtin about me. If you didn't know all these wonderful letters have motivated me in my races...I will not let my country down..if any of you free fell to e-mail me ..that would be great!! talk to you later

#29 — August 20, 2004 @ 22:00PM — Samantha

I LUV MICHAEL PHELPS!! lol he is my idol!! i have pictures of him all over my wall his face and thinking about everything his does jus to get to the Olympics is my motivation everyday!! i REALLY REALLY REALLY want to meet him! not only is he talented but hes hott too!! lol i get so excited when i see him race and when ever i see any of his commercials like the AT&T wireless one and the one for VISA i think it is and whenever i see him win any medal i cry becuz he does so much and it all payed off well i just want to say I LUV U MICHAEL PHELPS!!! U WILL ALWAYS BE MY IDOL AND OLYMPIC HOTTIE!!! LOL

~*~Samantha- Michael Phelps' #1 FAN!~*~

#30 — August 20, 2004 @ 22:14PM — Nikki Bittner

Michael Phelps rocks! And he is sooo hott. And trust me Sam is the biggest fan! By the way What is his e-mail? Does anyone know?!?!?!
Love,
Nikki

#31 — August 20, 2004 @ 22:31PM — Patty

I really don't know know what to say about him..because I don't want to be another girl to say: Michael Phelps is hot!!! I'm from Brasil, and even I be mad every time I see him win the brasilians guys..I admit that I admire him. And I hope to see him in the Pan Olympics in Rio in 2 years.

#32 — August 20, 2004 @ 23:41PM — Veronica

hey girls after i've read all your comments i'm sorry to say, but, i am michael phelps' girlfriend. you can find me with him in some pictures on fansites. so will you please stop obsessing over him and stop asking if he has a girlfriend?

#33 — August 21, 2004 @ 00:15AM — gwen

Michael is fairly good looking. i live in michigan and he is moving in right in my area, he's coming here because he has a new coach that works at western michigan university. I hope to meet him and chances are i will, i visite WMU often. He's truly amazing! He's beautiful in every aspect of life, and a great role modle. i look up to him because he's wounderful and strong,(and tall). *WE LOVE YOU MICHAEL*

#34 — August 21, 2004 @ 00:32AM — Nunya

Hey. The "Michael Phelps" on this site, is obviously not Michael Phelps...so I think that person needs their head examined..as well as his "girlfriend" on this site. I also live in Michigan..I think Michael will love it here...I mean...he's a swimmer, and we have AMAZING lakes. Anyway, I think Michael has the "boy next door" look. What a cutie. I e-mailed him and asked if he was single, and if he needed a tour guide. LOL...but I think he is sorta busy right now...something to do with Olympic races or something. :-P Anyway...girls, you have a much better chance getting with someone who ISNT in the limelight. Go outside...get some air..go hang out with friends. He isnt revolving his life around YOU, so you probably shouldnt center your life around HIS. And fellas, just because we think he is cute and we wouldnt mind getting to know him, doesnt mean were after his money. We like that he is humble..and that he isnt a lazy bum who drinks beer all day and has no goals. He is making the most out of his life, setting goals and achieving them. He is out there making a name for himself.. and his humble and welcoming personality is, what I think, attracts us all to him. So maybe if all you boys got up off your butts and did something with yourselves, we wouldnt mind getting to know YOU either. *steps off soap box* Ok, later.

#35 — August 21, 2004 @ 00:43AM — Emily

Girls, even is he doesn't have a girlfriend he wouldn't date one of you anyway, he wants a down to earth girl not one that is completely obsessed with him. Yea he does things with the boys and girls club in Maryland and everything but he doesn't talking about his relationship status at all so really only people who know him know if he is single or not. Yea I love him and think hes an awesome swimmer but I'm not going to obsess over someone I will probably never meet

#36 — August 21, 2004 @ 00:58AM — Katherine

Adding on to his "girlfriends" you rarely even see a girl in his galleries, and even when you do you can tell its not his grilfriend because they way he is standing so I think you need to stop obsessing and grow up. Leave to poor guy alone

#37 — August 21, 2004 @ 08:13AM — Michelle

Micheal Phelps is hot but not in your conventional way. In fact his face is really geeky, but he does have the most beautiful body (and i shouldnt be saying this coz im an aussie) but I'm SOO glad he won his medals, coz Ian thorpe is SUCH a gay loser. I hope Michael can teach Ian a few tricks or 2 on how to be humble.

#38 — August 21, 2004 @ 08:19AM — Michelle

Omg i cant believe I just put down an Australian swimmer. This Micheal Mania is really getting to me. I take it back..IAN THORPE rocks ( he doesnt really...i cant lie....michael really is much better) damn it, why cant any of the australian swimmers be hot.

#39 — August 21, 2004 @ 12:23PM — Samantha

Does anyone on here know what Michael Phelps' e-mail address is? if u do could u plz e-mail me at U812wayway69@aol.com i m one of his biggest fans thanks

~*~Samantha- Michael Phelps #1 Fan~*~

#40 — August 21, 2004 @ 15:15PM — Katherine

Im sorry everyone but he is not going to give out his e-mail address, as it is he probably has tons of little girl fans obsessing over him. He is a nice guy and all but he wants his privicy too, so could you all please quit asking for his email cause your not going to get it

#41 — August 21, 2004 @ 18:57PM — Megan

WOW! michael phelps is such a great swimmer and i hope i he will continue his career in swimming. i have been swimming for 8 years now and i took a break but decided to go back. and i hope i turn out like him. A great swimmer.

#42 — August 21, 2004 @ 21:44PM — aless

Micheal Phelps is Gorgeus!!!! He is an AMAZING swimmer and americans should be proud to have someone like him represent them!! i am not American But anyone can see that Phelps is AWESOME...I would love to have him represent my country but just watching him swim is amazing!!!
LUV U PHELPS *Ur #1 FAN*
ALESSIA:)

#43 — August 23, 2004 @ 09:24AM — Jacqui

you ppl r so stupid i'm positive that mike has better things 2 do than swim in your pools i mean come on he has training and all that.

#44 — August 23, 2004 @ 16:57PM — elizabeth

hey ya'll, i agree with everyone when you say that michael phelps is hott, but there is alot more to him than his looks. he is obviously an awsome swimmer and he is one of the main reasons that i watched the olympics because i want to see him suceed, but when you think about it, don't you think he would appreciate being treated and talked about like a real person and not and idol once in a while? just a thought. but in conclusion, go for the gold, michael and good luck with everything!!!

#45 — August 23, 2004 @ 17:23PM — Eric Olsen

I hear Michael Phelps will have a role in Pirates of the Caribbean 3

BTW, Ian Thorpe has really big feet.

#46 — August 23, 2004 @ 18:47PM — Sonja

Michael Phelps is the hottest guy in the whole world!!When i saw him swimming at the Olympics i was so amased...He is ma biggest Role Model...I want to be just like him!!!!I am his biggest fan and I always will be!!!!Michael phelps #1!!Just one thing I need to know is if he has a girlfriend?MICHAEL PHELPS GOOD LUCK IN FUTURE & I HOPE I GET TO MEET YOU ONE DAY!!
lots of luv *Sonja*

#47 — August 23, 2004 @ 20:58PM — Duane

With all this attention on Michael Phelps, I'm pretty sure that Johnny Depp has lowered his asking price to come over and swim in my pool. I think he'll do it for $49.95. Phelps is still asking for $75.00.

#48 — August 24, 2004 @ 03:30AM — ungaro

After this olympics, Michael will enrol in the University of Michigan...anyone from this Uni???

#49 — August 24, 2004 @ 08:12AM — Eric Olsen

they swim fast up there because they've got wolverines in the pool

#50 — August 24, 2004 @ 11:13AM — Faith

Mike is sooo awesome!!such an amazing swimmer and such a rolemodel! and hot!!!! MIKE RULES 4E!! im ur #1 fan!!!!

Faith

#51 — August 24, 2004 @ 14:39PM — Allyson

all you guys who talk smack about Michael Phelps are just jealous. i can tell he has morals - just by the way he talks. i've been looking for pictures of his cell commercial. anyone seen any? he is my hero and is also very good looking. o my goodness he is so good looking. Man o man i wish i could meet him some day!
-Allyson

#52 — August 24, 2004 @ 15:45PM — adamlevinelover

"Away from the Olympics I've got a pretty quiet life. It's kinda boring. I haven't got a girlfriend and I can't do the kind of things all my friends are doing as college students. I swim, listen to hip hop and work on my car. But, in my opinion, that's still a pretty good life. I don't know whether I'd want to trade it for anything" mike said that...so he doesnt have a girlfriend...but for everyone else...my cousin used to/does swim at the same pool with him and i met him when he was like 13 apparently and didnt think too much of it...he wasnt too hot then though because...he hadn't grown into his ears...i might try to meet him when he comes back

#53 — August 24, 2004 @ 15:46PM — Why God why..

ALL of you are PSYCHOTIC. STOP.

#54 — August 24, 2004 @ 16:59PM — marybeth

Michael Phelps is such a great swimmer and he is a role model for me. i am going to be a freshman in high school and have been swimming since kindergarten. he showed me that i can do whatever i want and my dream to someday become an olympian is not impossible thank you Michael Phelps for your spirit and your passion for swimming!!!!!

#55 — August 24, 2004 @ 17:00PM — Becky

I think Michael Phelps is one of the hottest guys I have ever seen swim. And all of the people who are calling him a retarded swimmer. I think that you should look in the mirror and see who is the real retarted person is. Michael is so athletic and so hot!!! I love him and I would let him swim in my backyard any day of the year.

#56 — August 24, 2004 @ 17:05PM — Katie

Michael Phelps is so passionate about what he does it isn't even funny!!!!! And he is so hot. He loves swimming and is showing the world more than one step at a time who is the bosss and champ of the water. Thank you Michael Phelps for being so good at what you do.

#57 — August 24, 2004 @ 17:22PM — Lauren

Michael is a sweet guy and I just want to congratulate him on all of his Olympic sucess. Good luck in your coming years and at the 2008 Olympics in Bejing!

#58 — August 24, 2004 @ 17:22PM — Michael Phelps

Hey swimming fans! Yes I do have a girlfriend and her name is Becky Paulsen we are planned to get married in January and i hope that you guys all achieve your goals and desires. Thank you for all of the letters. They keep me really confedant about my swimming.

Michael Phelps

#59 — August 24, 2004 @ 17:31PM — R4nd0mDud3

one of my friends from maryland told me this and i don't kno if this is true, but i hear that michael phelp's email address in AceSwimmer85@yahoo.com (one that he actually checks and uses)

#60 — August 24, 2004 @ 18:21PM — Swimmer Fan

OMG!!! Who ever said Michael Phelps is retarted is out of their mind. Your just jelious because you can't swim or even look like he does. I seriously have ever magazine he has ever been in. Michael, if your reading this I LOVE YOU!!!! You are amazing. And if anyone has a problem with that they can email me at hockeygrl38@hotmail.com. See ya!!

#61 — August 24, 2004 @ 18:38PM — Tara Taylor

Michael is AWESOME!!! I swam USS for a really long time but lost the love for the sport when I had some difficulties with a coach. Watching Michael swim has encouraged to put me fast skin back on and hop in the pool! Michael if you're reading this, thank you so much! And who knows...maybe I'll see you in 2008! Lots of Love!

#62 — August 24, 2004 @ 19:27PM — Michael

Hey Everyone! i really appericate everyones praise and glory for my medals in the 2004 olympics. I just want to say hi to Swimmer Fan because I have met her before. But I ask you "swimmer Fan" please don't give anyone my real email address. Ok? Thanks to everyone. Bye!

#63 — August 24, 2004 @ 20:13PM — Lauren

I just have a question for Michael. You said you have a girlfriend named Becky Paulsen and that you're getting married in January, and that's cool, congrats. My question is, if that's true, then, why get married at 19 and not wait until you're a little older to make such a huge commitement as marriage?

#64 — August 24, 2004 @ 20:15PM — elen

... why oh why does he have to be 6'4"?... *sobbing*

#65 — August 24, 2004 @ 20:22PM — nindalf

for post # 58: I hope to God that the real Michael Phelps can spell confident, otherwise my status as fan number one has just dropped to fan number 308.

#66 — August 24, 2004 @ 20:25PM — Lindsey

I love micheal Phepls he is so so so so million times so Hot i am so pround of him i don;t no how he does it, he is amazimg i live him

#67 — August 24, 2004 @ 20:28PM — Lindsey [URL]

MICHEAL PHELPS IS SO HOT I LVOE YOU MICHEAL !!!


LOVE YEA LINDSEY

#68 — August 24, 2004 @ 20:39PM — Music_gurlie06

People you all need to chill it. Michael Phelps is a great swimmer and a great person, but you can't love him until you meet him and get to know him. And yes I do like Michael Phelps and I did watch the Olympics because of him, but there is a fine line between liking someone and obsession. And I hate to say it, but you all are obsessed. Like someone said earlier, get back down to earth!!

Karie

#69 — August 24, 2004 @ 20:45PM — Eric Olsen

I can hear those pirates coming, I believe by way of the Caribbean

#70 — August 24, 2004 @ 20:53PM — Lacie

Michael, all i have to say is i think you are amazing and congratulations on you acomplishments. You've represented the U.S. perfectly. It also helps to be gorgeous athlete (which you are).lol! Your a role model in my book.

#71 — August 24, 2004 @ 21:02PM — QWERTY

WOW.

You people really need to :#1 learn how to spell(or at least how to use spellcheck), #2 get a life, #3 stop being so gullible, and #4 leave the guy alone.

He does look a little off. He almost speaks with a lisp.

#72 — August 24, 2004 @ 21:19PM — Bri

OMG! Michael Phelps is the hottest man on the earth!! He COULD come and swim in my pool...if I had a pool. I love it when he smiles...its soo cute. and his ears are adorable. have you ever noticed that??!! :) :) :) :)

#73 — August 24, 2004 @ 21:21PM — Eric Olsen

"I be done seen 'bout everything, when I see an ..."

#74 — August 24, 2004 @ 22:54PM — Melissa

Despite his good looks and 'hottness,' I'm sure there is more to Michael Phelps than just the obvious. I wish more people would be intrested in who he is rather than how he looks.

#75 — August 24, 2004 @ 22:56PM — Kis

I would not pay a guy I like to swim with me, I like Michael ,and girls, have some attiude!I mean, be yourself and Michael might just love the way you are.

#76 — August 24, 2004 @ 23:13PM — Meredith

I just wanna say "congrats Michael on all your medals, you did such a great job! everyone in NJ is rootin for you!! hope to see you on TV and stuff, it would be awesome if you were in a movie or something! ok well good luck in the next olympics, I'll always keep you in my heart! love ya..xoxo"

#77 — August 24, 2004 @ 23:26PM — Duane

Melissa says, "I'm sure there is more to Michael Phelps than just the obvious."

That's right Melissa. He's a lot more than just water in the ears, and flailing arms and legs. A whole lot more. For example, his favorite food is corn dogs, his favorite color is blue, his sign is Pisces (figures!!!), his favorite musician is Usher, he has maintained a solid 2.3 GPA in high school, he likes underwater breath-holding contests, he has two big toes on his left foot, he works part-time in an appliance repair shop, his dream date is a moonlight stroll along the beach (how bout that, girls?!!!), he's still waiting for the right girl to share that special first kiss, he is against violence (very sensitive!!), and his ultimate wish is for world peace. His favorite snack is a bag of pork rinds dipped in mayonnaise. His favorite actor is Scott Baio. His pet peeves are: parking tickets, not getting extra mayo on his hot dogs at Der Weinerschnitzel when he asks for it, lifeguards who holler at him when he pretends to drown at the beach, the color yellow, torture, reruns of Laverne and Shirley, meanness, and numbers. All I can say is, "What a guy!"

#78 — August 25, 2004 @ 00:56AM — Jackie

Michael Phelps is Gorgoeuous . I really like him. But it is not only his looks tht grabbed my attention. I gotta say his personality is mostly the thing tht grabbed my attention. he seems to be a loving, caring person. That is what i look in for a guy. I would love to meet you one day, Michael. Hey Michael, If you are reading this, good luck on the next olympic. I know you'll will do great!

#79 — August 25, 2004 @ 03:22AM — Marina

Hey you all!
Listen to me.Like some people alredy said you are being obssesed. I agree with you all I do think michael is hot and he has the best personality and he is the one you've been dreaming all your live.Im not tring to be like ou all and say "Oh Im the #1 fan and I want to meet you and blah blah blah blah" Yes I do wonna meet him and talk to him and be friends with him,but being all like this I mean being obssesed with him is not gonna get you anywhere and I dont think Michael likes girls that are like that(not tring to be mean or anything)Im not gonna tell you to stop being obssesed and write all that rediculus stuff.BUt I just want you to remember that its not gonna get you anywhere.Patient and being yourself is the best you could do right now. So people pleaze keep tat in mind.
Michael if you really reading this, I mean I know you are exrimly busy and you have your own life to live, than please email me back if you have time of course and if you wonna, I wont get mad if you dont, but it would make me so happy if you did, my email is marinchik15@hotmail.com
I live on the other side of the U.S.A. and I probably wont ever get to meet you and as much faith that I have i dont think thats possible so it would really mean a lot to me if you emailed me, I know Im asking a lot but you dont have to do it if you dont want to, like I said before.
I wish you all the luck you can have and you are an amazing person and everything about you is just wonderful.

Love Always Marina L.

#80 — August 25, 2004 @ 04:28AM — ungaro

I love Michael because he looks ordinary and simple, i wouldn't want him to become another Ian thorpe who attends tom cruise or any superstars invitation to show off his social status, hope he remains simple, no Armani suits, no Omega watches...that is so un-Michael Phelps...i hope he will forever keep his feet on ground, or water. And yes...i agree to some of u who commented he had cute ears..indeed, those ears makes him so cartoonish and likeable, but i was mesmerized by his eyes especially when he keeps staring at the scoreboard for results anxiously, those eyes revealed some innocence which i suppose will be gone when he grows older...wish i can kiss those eyes:-))

#81 — August 25, 2004 @ 04:29AM — Rochelle

Hey...seriously girls...i think that you all need to chill a bit. im from aus. n well i admit michael is hot n all but like america is sooo big rite? and australia aint realli that big...and like if america is huge n australia is small and no one i know has ever met any "famous" australian swimmer like wat are the chances of you meeting Mr. Phelps? i dont want that to sound mean, but seriously be rational...its possible yet impossible at the same time...all im saying is dont get your hopes up TOO high about someone you dont know, and if you think you're the only one fanatasizing over him well by the looks of this msg board you are VERY wrong. anyways take care...and be happy

Love Rochelle xoxo

#82 — August 25, 2004 @ 10:11AM — ashley stewart

hi my name is ashley stewart and at school we are doing research on the olympics and i am doing it on michael phelps. when i saw him in all these pictures and read about him in the papers i was so amazed!! he is really hot and a very very good swimmer! michael i just want to tell you that you are AWSOME and i luv ya!! !¡!GOOD LUCK!¡!

#83 — August 25, 2004 @ 11:24AM — Brittany G.

Hello My name is Brittany Geppert. My sister ,cousin ,and I are a little obsessed wit michael phelps.we are planing on going to beijing to watch michael phelps swim. Good Luck baby go for the gold

#84 — August 25, 2004 @ 11:53AM — Angela

I must admit.. i do find Michael Phelps to sooooo HOT!! But he's not only that.. i mean he is soooo freaking talented.... And like they say.. it's like he's born to do this...u know by his body structure... and seems really down to earth.. not cocky liek that Damn Ian Thrope or that American guy that won the 50 m sprint thingy.. he gets on my nerves.. but back to phelps..... He's hot, kind, and humble... could he be any more perfect
P.S. I am soo freaking happy that I'm from B-more.. cuz i live in the same city as him.. at least until he moves to Michigan *tear tear*

#85 — August 25, 2004 @ 12:00PM — Molly

Hey michael phelps!you are the best swimmer ever i am your number one fan i am so obbsessed with you that today i downloaded 50 pictures of you and printed them and know they are on my wall!! you need to come here and go swimming in my OLYMPIC size pool email me back!!

molly

ps-YOU ARE MAD HOTT!!!!

#86 — August 25, 2004 @ 13:34PM — amy

well, to clear up some of the confusion, yes he does have a girlfriend. we have been dating for about 6 1/2 months. It has been so hard with him being away. but hes coming home soon.thank goodness!!have a wonderful day fans of the most wonderful man i know! toodles

#87 — August 25, 2004 @ 13:51PM — Gwen

Yeah, right.

#88 — August 25, 2004 @ 13:57PM — Sierra

I'm sure any girl whom Phelps would date would have more class than to come online and express their undying love for the "most wonderful man" she knows. Obviously, if he's such a 'wonderful man' he woulden't be caught dead with a girl who flaunts their relationship around...especially on the internet. I'm sure he has more class than that...which was obvious when he stepped down from what could have been another gold for him last week.

#89 — August 25, 2004 @ 14:01PM — Trisha

You go, Sierra! Amen, girl!

#90 — August 25, 2004 @ 14:14PM — Eric Olsen

I agree with your sentiments Sierra, but he actually did get a gold medal for the relay he stepped down from, which I'm sure made it easier. He was part of the relay team in the qualifying heat.

#91 — August 25, 2004 @ 14:39PM — Lauren

All I have to say to some of you girls' comments is: WOW, and, grow up.

#92 — August 25, 2004 @ 15:51PM — brittany

omg i love michael phelps sooo much!!!!! i would do ne thing to meet him!!!! he is such a great role modle to everyone!!!he is the HOTTEST GUY I HAVE EVER SEEN omg i luv him so much!!! i read that he DOESN'T have a girlfriend :-D!!!!! i watched all his compatishions and he is all over my bedroom walls!!! omg he is soo amazing!!! hes only 19 and he is already sooo sucsessfull!!! he will be my idol forever!!!!! ((n people jus to let ya kno i saw him on tv talkin to this one guy and michael said when he's on his *free time* he would rather do ANYTHING but swim!!! n i dont blame him!!! he hs the cutest body ever omg it is soo hot!!! i can like never fall asleep at night because i'm always thinkin about him!!!! i just can't wait untill 2008 because thats the next time the olympics will be held n i can see him *in action* again!!! OMG MICHAEL I LOVE YOU SOOOOOOOOO MUCH!!! N I WOULD DO *ANYTHING* JUST TO MEET YOU FOR ONE MINUTE!!!!!

#93 — August 25, 2004 @ 15:53PM — brittany

omg i love michael phelps sooo much!!!!! i would do ne thing to meet him!!!! he is such a great role modle to everyone!!!he is the HOTTEST GUY I HAVE EVER SEEN omg i luv him so much!!! i read that he DOESN'T have a girlfriend :-D!!!!! i watched all his compatishions and he is all over my bedroom walls!!! omg he is soo amazing!!! hes only 19 and he is already sooo sucsessfull!!! he will be my idol forever!!!!! ((n people jus to let ya kno i saw him on tv talkin to this one guy and michael said when he's on his *free time* he would rather do ANYTHING but swim!!! n i dont blame him!!! he hs the cutest body ever omg it is soo hot!!! i can like never fall asleep at night because i'm always thinkin about him!!!! i just can't wait untill 2008 because thats the next time the olympics will be held n i can see him *in action* again!!! OMG MICHAEL I LOVE YOU SOOOOOOOOO MUCH!!! N I WOULD DO *ANYTHING* JUST TO MEET YOU FOR ONE MINUTE!!!!! I AM TOTALY YOUR NUMBER ONE FAN!!!! I AM *******SOOOOOOO******* UBSESSED WITH YOU!!!!

#94 — August 25, 2004 @ 17:55PM — Kiara

Michael Phelps is awesome...and hot! I can't wait to see what he does next. He's doing so awesome in the Olympics. He's My fave athlete...I'm a HUGE fan!

#95 — August 25, 2004 @ 18:13PM — Michelle

For the people who are trying to act as if they are "Michael Phelps," you might want to check your spelling before you post something.

#96 — August 25, 2004 @ 18:34PM — Erin

All those people who pretend to be Michael Phelpos really need to get a life. Stop pretending to be someone your not!!

#97 — August 25, 2004 @ 19:05PM — Mary

To Brittney, Comment #93, I honestly hope you have a life besides "loving" Michael Phelps. Yes, I agree he his really hot, and a great swimmer, but you and all the other girls need a hobby. You have a 1 million to one chance of meeting hinm. So pelase spare all of us and GET A HOBBY!!!!!!!!!!

#98 — August 25, 2004 @ 19:06PM — Mary

p.s. next time dont post the same letter twice!

Nice One!!

#99 — August 25, 2004 @ 19:12PM — Meghan

Hell yah Michael Phelps is wicked hott! But its not like anyone here would ever have a chance and he'd be way to busy to come swim in your pool so just get used to seeing him on t.v cuz chances are you are never gonna meet him.

#100 — August 25, 2004 @ 19:50PM — stephanie

i think that micheal phelps is the hottest guy ever and not only that but he has a kick ass body, and i think that he is awesome in swimming, ilove u micheal phelps and i wonder if he has a girlfriend!!!!!

#101 — August 25, 2004 @ 20:03PM — amy

sorry...i really have no idea if he has a girlfriend, we were just kidding about the post earlier. (all fun and games, dont hate me) but i for real agree with you ladies that he is soooo hot! anyway i hope that you have a wonderful night! who knows one day we might get to actually talk to him?!?!

#102 — August 25, 2004 @ 20:24PM — Karol

Hey Ya'll.....wanna shout out to the world that Phelps is AWESOME!!!! hes a great swimmer and he really is making something good out of his life!!! I wanna wish him all my luck.....and may god bless him.Let's all hope that he suceeds even more in his career and life. I loooove you Phelps!!

~~~~~~~~Karol~~~~~~~

#103 — August 25, 2004 @ 20:26PM — Karol

Hey Ya'll.....wanna shout out to the world that Phelps is AWESOME!!!! hes a great swimmer and he really is making something good out of his life!!! I wanna wish him all my luck.....and may god bless him.Let's all hope that he suceeds even more in his career and life. I loooove you Phelps!!

~~~~~~~~Karol~~~~~~~

#104 — August 25, 2004 @ 20:42PM — Leah [URL]

Michael Phelps is the best..he's such a nice guy and i want to meet him..i think he's hott too..! He's an awesome swimmer all that because of all his hard work. Congrats on the 2004 olympics! and good luck for 2008! even though you don't need luck..haha ;)

*GO PHELPS*

--LEAH

#105 — August 25, 2004 @ 20:45PM — Emily

Everyone trying to be "michael" and his "girlfriend" I hope you know taht anyone can check the IP address, like swimmer fan and marybeth, and katie, all the same people, He's cute in his own way but hes not the greatest looking guy in the world which is good I guess but he does talk with a lisp because he has an underbite. SO yea in his own way he is a good looking guy but I'm not obsessed with him because of his looks

#106 — August 26, 2004 @ 00:11AM — Lauren

I just want to say that although Michael is incredibly hot, he is more than just his looks. So to the ladies only concentraiting on a guys looks to make her happy: look at more than a person's looks or you'll get nowhere in life. And Michael, good luck in life and God Bless!
~Lauren

#107 — August 26, 2004 @ 00:14AM — Bryan McKay [URL]

Where do these people come from?

#108 — August 26, 2004 @ 01:36AM — Danielle

How Could Micheal Phelps be getting married he's like 19? Michael why?

#109 — August 26, 2004 @ 02:33AM — Ungaro

i have a few hot pics Michael...i like it, cos' its so different from wat i usually saw...oooHhh

#110 — August 26, 2004 @ 03:11AM — Ungaro

Do any of u have Michael's childhood pic? I'd like to have a look.....;)

#111 — August 26, 2004 @ 09:57AM — Alison

hey! ok i would do anything just to get an email from michael phelps! i am such a big fan of him!! and hes wickd hot!!!! lol..uh ok so if michael phelps sees this then please email me anything!!!!!!!!!
ILUSM MICAHEL!!!
<3aLiSoN

#112 — August 26, 2004 @ 10:47AM — maria

i love michael !!!!!! HE IS SOOOOOOOO HOTTTTT he is so nice and such a good swimmer
luv maria

#113 — August 26, 2004 @ 10:56AM — Eric Olsen

I believe we have had the good fortune of being linked by a fan board - you can tell by the prevalence of the word "hotttttt"

#114 — August 26, 2004 @ 13:55PM — Bernard

Some people I know have told me Micheal is not just hot, but really streamlined as well. Makes him go faster, they say.

walking a strange and wonderous world...

#115 — August 26, 2004 @ 14:09PM — Emily

OK everyone that keeps saying hes soo hott and everything get a life, its not always about looks and if thats all you go for then you girls are all really shallow. Grow up and try going after someone you can get because im guessing half of you are like 13-15 range and hes 19, I'm positive he wants someone near his own age

#116 — August 26, 2004 @ 14:27PM — maria s

I LOVE U MICHAEL U R SOOOOO HOTTTTTTT U R GOLD

LOTS OF LUV

MARIA

#117 — August 26, 2004 @ 14:31PM — Bernard

That they capslock, I will accept, but do they have to stutter while doing so?

#118 — August 26, 2004 @ 15:13PM — 18

For the love of God, please learn how to spell and punctuate before posting anything.

#119 — August 26, 2004 @ 15:47PM — Jasmine [URL]

Hey, let people say what they wanna say. And if u get annoyed by people saying that Michael Phelps is hott then dont read it. And just bcuz grlz say he's hott doesnt mean their shallow. And to girls who are wondering, "No he does not have a girlfriend, but he likes Lindsay Lohan". He said so on NBC when he was interviewed of who he liked. I am a fan of Michael Phelps bcuz he is a great athlete and not just bcuz of his looks. And to those people who say that their michael's girlfriend, stop lying cuz he doesnt have one. And if u want 2 get his e-mail then I guess u'll just have to meet him to get it or ask sum1 who has met him and has his e-mail otherwise there's no other way of getting it for he doesnt post it in public.

#120 — August 26, 2004 @ 15:58PM — renee

OMG. michael is soo hott. i watch everyone of his meets just to see him win a gold. and boy did he do that.
I <3 u michael!!!

#121 — August 26, 2004 @ 19:10PM — Daydreamer

Michael Phelps is HOT!!!!!!!!!!!........I really concentrate on the AT&T Wireless commercials.........the way he goes out the pool and then takes off his cap and then smiles and says "hEY DUDE DON'T HURT YOURSELF!!!!!!!!!!"

2 DAYS AGO I SAW A BIRTHDAY PARTY PICTURE...WHERE THE U.S. SWIMMERS ALL WENT......AND THERE WAS THIS PICTURE WITH AMANDA BEARD AND MICHAEL PHELPS 'CASUALLY' TALKING.....BUT IT WAS A HOTT PICTURE OF HIM!!!!!!!!!!!1

#122 — August 26, 2004 @ 19:16PM — Ryan Eanes [URL]

So Eric, at what point do I win the award for writing the entry that resulted in the most comments? Not bad for a first post!

#123 — August 26, 2004 @ 19:20PM — Kendall

I just wanna say if Michael Phelps ever does look at this that his work ethic and his humbleness have really impressed me and makes me realize what I need to do to become the best of my ability. I play basketball~which I've read is "forbidden" by his coach-That would suck!!~ and hope to make Div I scholorship status, maybe I'll have the privilege of meeting him someday(if I'm lucky)!! Well anywayz if you do have a girlfriend she's very lucky and I'm not gonna bash cuz I'm not into that but if not don't go all celebrity and go out with someone who just wants your money, and you're hot body:)!! Doubt ya would but yeah if you ever have the time (which ya prolly don't ) email me at kterio@hotmail.com it'd mean a lot. THANX!!

#124 — August 26, 2004 @ 20:21PM — grace

That was really sweet of you!!! I'm glad your not like all the other psychos who are madly in "love" with him!

#125 — August 26, 2004 @ 22:05PM — Lauren

Yes that was very sweet of you Kendall. Michael is a nice guy and there is much more to him than his looks. He's an all-American boy, intelligent, and a really great guy. I just want to thank him for being a role model to younger kids these days. I myself, am 19, and try to be a role model to the kids I teach and to my younger brother, cousins, and nieces. I'm glad that an Olympian like Michael Phelps also trys to accomplish the same thing and I congratulate him on all of his sucess. Not only as an athlete, but also as a person. Way to go Michael and keep it up! If you ever want to chat you can e-mail me at angeleyesroses4@aol.com. Good luck in your future endevors and may God continue to bless you and your family.
~Lauren

#126 — August 27, 2004 @ 07:41AM — Bangkok

Congratulation to Michael, Ian, Grant , Peter and all sportmen who get the medals. I'm not Michael's real big fan, I know not much thing about him but I like him as he is the one of greatest swimmers in this world and I do like the way he try. All swimmers,They are hard working so they deserve to get that prizes. If they would love to have girlfriends and can swim faster, I support them. All you can love them as the big's fans but you are not the owner of them lives, so please leave they do what they want and don't try to interfere in their personal lives. I'm sure they would be glad to have real fans like you, who do understand them :)

cheers,
Miss Bangkok
narakestgirl@hotmail.com

#127 — August 27, 2004 @ 07:50AM — Bangkok [URL]

P.S I live in Bangkok, Thailand (The name of a country). If anybody here would like to know more about my country, please drop me lines at narakestgirl@hotmail.com There are many greatest beaches here and no sharks :-P

thanks,
Miss Bangkok
narakestgirl@hotmail.com

#128 — August 27, 2004 @ 08:25AM — Eric Olsen

Ryan buddy, you're off to a good start, but you aren't even top 10 yet

#129 — August 27, 2004 @ 09:27AM — laurie


micheal Phelps is so hot you guys are so head over heels LoL

#130 — August 27, 2004 @ 09:30AM — elizabeth

Micheal Phelps is my cousin I'm seen him reading this before he loves you alll to


I'm telling the truth,
Elizabeth

#131 — August 27, 2004 @ 12:52PM — Miyuki Miyazaki

I think you are all crazy and obsessed ^-^'(no offense) Honestly ladies, this board is flooded with "I LOVE YOU MICHAEL, YOU'RE SO HOT!!" I can't help but laugh at some of these comments... I mean considering the fact that most of you are high-school kiddies, it's cute how you're all like "I LOVE YOU MICHAEL!!! WHOOOT" and that whole "swim in my backyard pool thing" is probably the weirdest thing I've ever heard! lol! I for one, am just a fan (but I cheer for my aussie comrades) who has taken the first step out of high-school and onto the Uni-life which is fabulous since I'm only 18 this year! Good luck to all you 'OBSESSED FANS' and take it easy aye!! I think I speak for all when I say 'WE HOPE YOU BREAK SPITZ'S RECORD PHELPS! and good luck in the future'
buh-bye!

#132 — August 27, 2004 @ 16:11PM — Danielle

I havent heard that much about Micheal Phelps and I haven't seen a picture, but from what I hear he is an amazing athlete.Ladies, really, if all your after is looks, then I would really think about how your spending you time oogling after someone in the public eye. Theres more to life than hott guys, I mean I think its much more important if they are intellectually stimulated and have an IQ higher than a 5. This kid is probably normal in every aspect, besides the olympic swimming. If a guy isn't caring, smart, articulate, and passionate about life, whats the point. Remember, looks don't stay forever, but a strong mind and good heart do.

#133 — August 27, 2004 @ 16:33PM — Eric Olsen

I believe he has received the reaction he has here and elsewhere due to the fact that he seems very likeable, sincere and unpretentious despite his extraordinary success.

#134 — August 27, 2004 @ 16:49PM — Lauren

Eric Olsen, I couldn't agree with you more. He definitely seems like and extraordinary person in every aspect of his life. That's what makes him so adorable and likable.

#135 — August 27, 2004 @ 17:21PM — Rachele

Is it true that Michael Phelps email address is AceSwimmer85@yahoo.com? Can anyone verify this???

#136 — August 27, 2004 @ 18:50PM — Daydreamer

Michael Phelps has been on the cover of like every sports magazine......but i sometimes wonder......will we still like him.......if he's out of the spotlight!!!!!!!!!!!

#137 — August 27, 2004 @ 22:03PM — jessica

hey hey just to let ya'll know -- he does have a girlfriend. i go to the school he went to and we have mutual friends. sorry girls!

#138 — August 27, 2004 @ 22:07PM — kerry

yeah he does. it says so in an article in The Baltimore Sun. Check it out if you don't believe me.

#139 — August 27, 2004 @ 22:11PM — Annie

I'm sure almost every girl in the United States LOVES Michael Phelps. or so they say. . .Well yeah Michael is really good looking and his personality during interviews is totally cool. But if i were him and looking at this page i'd be quite frightened by all the girls who think they're going to fall in love. But i guess you all can do what you want cuz remember, 'The more you dream the more you achieve.' Michael should know we all supported him during his success and he's extremely talented. Thanks for being an amazing role model too, Michael!!<3
~Annie!

#140 — August 27, 2004 @ 22:11PM — amanda

http://www.baltimoresun.com/news/nationworld/bal-te.appeal21aug21,1,6444646.story

check it out

#141 — August 27, 2004 @ 22:13PM — Lauren

I would hope that people aren't as shallow to only like someone because he's in the spotlight. But wait, that's kind of how America's society works most of the time. So sad. But Michael, you'll definitely still be a role model to me even if you fall out of the lime light just 'cause you're a great guy.

angeleyesroses4@aol.com
~Lauren

#142 — August 28, 2004 @ 08:38AM — ungaro

it seems fans are quite concerned over this issue,'has he a girlfriend?' :-)

quoted by Phelps,

'Away from the Olympics I've got a pretty quiet life. It's kinda boring. I haven't got a girlfriend and I can't do the kind of things all my friends are doing as college students. I swim, listen to hip hop and work on my car. But, in my opinion, that's still a pretty good life. I don't know whether I'd want to trade it for anything'

from:
http://sport.guardian.co.uk/athens2004/story/0,14529,1274048,00.html

Its at the last 2nd paragraph, nice article.

#143 — August 28, 2004 @ 11:51AM — Ellie

Michael Phelps is an AMAZING swimmer, i have the HUGEST crush on him!!! he is really hot, but i dont care about that! I think it was wonderful that he gave up his spot on the relay team, to his teammate, he is a very level headed person and is an amazing swimmer, he is my role model, i hope to be swimming in the Olympics, if i can, but chances of that are slim, but i would do anything to meet him. I think he has a girlfriend though- cuz on Google, there are a couple of pictures with him with his arm around a girl. they look like they are the same age, i think they are going out, but HE IS MY TOTAL ROLE MODEL AND OLYMPIC CUTIE!!!!!

i wish Michael would come to this website but, probably no such luck. I hope Michael Phelps continues to swim and i hope he continues to GO FOR THE GOLD!!!!!

-THE BIGGEST FAN ON EARTH!!!!!!!!

*Ellie*

#144 — August 28, 2004 @ 12:31PM — Eric Olsen

Although I like the commercial where he butterlies across the ocean, I think it's kind of unrealistic: I think he would do it freestyle

#145 — August 28, 2004 @ 13:55PM — Samantha

OMG MICHEAL PHELPS IS THE HOTTEST GUY ON THE PLANT!!!!! IM ON A SWIM TEAM TOO,I WOULDLOVE IT IF I COULD MEET HIM!!!!!DOES HE HAVE A GF???

#146 — August 28, 2004 @ 14:52PM — yea

o brother

#147 — August 28, 2004 @ 15:10PM — Lauren

If some of you girls would pay attention to comments that are made before you post yours, you'd find the answer to most of your questions.

#148 — August 28, 2004 @ 15:28PM — Emily

I find it interesting that he tells people he doesn't have a grilfriend and yet papers say he does, maybe he does have a girlfriend but doesn't want one?

#149 — August 28, 2004 @ 18:14PM — angel [URL]

My friend has a hug crush on you and she wonders alot if you have a girlfriend and she wants to know if she would be able to meet you soon?

from
angel from Seattle Washington

#150 — August 28, 2004 @ 18:28PM — Lucy

Some of you guys(or should I say girls) are a little to obessed.I LOVE Michael too! And he is really hot but get a hold of yourselves. I just have to say that Michael if you read this that I think you are a very mature teen for what you did at the Olympics when you gave your spot on the relay team to your team mate. I look up to you for that. Many guys your age are not that mature. Also you would so be the perfect guy for me(hopefully you don't have a girlfriend, lol)! Your tall and thin and that's the kind of guys I like
(since I'm 5'11 and thin also). Though I doubt well ever meet good luck in the future and everything you do and don't ever change.
Love ya-
LN

#151 — August 28, 2004 @ 18:49PM — dana [URL]

hey michael this is angels friend she told me what web sight to go to so I came here because I really wanted to email you well she said I could use her email adderes s I did and I just wanted to tell you that have pushed me to achive my dream hopefully angel well be able to make it on the 2008 gymnastics team and will be able to meet you and it an autograph for me hope to hear from you

from
dana from Seattle Washington

#152 — August 28, 2004 @ 19:51PM — Megan

ok....so every sing girl in America knows that Michael Phelps is hott.....and he DEFINATELY is! haha...and I could say yea how can I find this guy...and Mike I live 45 mins. away from you...I'll meet you at the ESPN Zone @ Inner Harbor haha But honestly I admire the guy for the hard work and dedication he has put into this sport. He is the amazing athlete I've EVER seen and especially being only 19...he's by far the best swimmer in the world...and he has shown us that by his amazing accomplishments at Athens....staying up till 12AM and watching him swim and receive..ANOTHER gold medal...was so well worth it! I want to say congrats Mike...you made this country proud and I think you are the sweetest guy for giving your spot to Ian Crocker in the last relay....I was touched..and you instantly had me hooked! hehe Enjoy your time at home..relax..and I wish you the best of luck in your future years of becoming the best swimmer to ever live! <333 Megs

#153 — August 28, 2004 @ 21:31PM — sara

Michael Phelps is such a babe!! My binder has him ALL OVER IT!! Michael is my hero!! I LOVE U MICHAEL!!! :-)

~SARA~ and ashlin luvz him too

#154 — August 28, 2004 @ 22:08PM — Lizzy

I think michael phelps is an absolutely amazing swimmer. He deserves everysingle one of the gold medals he got. And congradulations on the wedding! Oh and to all those people who are saying stupid and ridiculas stuff about him if u dont like him then y are u even on this website??

#155 — August 28, 2004 @ 22:35PM — Brittney

All i have to say, is Oh My God, Michael Phelps is the hottest guy in the Olympics. I have printed off so many pictures of him, and there all over my bedroom, and my locker at my school!!!! And he is THE BEST all around swimmer too! Also i look up to him for giving up his spot, all i had to say after that was y couldnt we have guys like u around where i live!! u are the greatest!!!

*Love, your biggest fan ever!*
~Brittney~

#156 — August 29, 2004 @ 01:15AM — Lauren

Swimming

In the water you can feel weightless,
Even think that anything's possible.
At home in your smooth skin,
As you sleekly glide across the pool.
Effortless as if you were nothing,
Yet you accomplish everything.
In the water you can feel weightless,
And you know that anything is possible.

Copyright Lauren A. Polak 2004

Michael, good luck in life and give me a shout if you'd like to chat at angeleyesroses4@aol.com.

~Lauren

#157 — August 29, 2004 @ 11:37AM — Eric Olsen

very nice Lauren, thanks!

#158 — August 29, 2004 @ 15:29PM — Lauren

You are very welcome Eric! And thank you very much!

#159 — August 29, 2004 @ 16:43PM — Sara

Michael, I just want to say that you are an awesome swimmer! It must be hard, but it is worth it!!! Michael Phelps is hott 2!!!

Keep up the terrfic work, and keep on swimming!!

love yaz Sara (again lol)

#160 — August 29, 2004 @ 17:47PM — jessica Linh

you guys are such freaks, get real. SERIOUSLY. i mean admire him for him talents and god given features .. but save the ' OMYGOSH i WANNA DO YOU ' to a minimum please.

#161 — August 29, 2004 @ 17:50PM — jessica Linh

and do you HONESTLY think that he would put that about him and this becky girl? how do you guys know that it`s really him, what if it`s just a lame obsessed isane girl that just wants to claim him? you guys are so guliable. chill out.

#162 — August 29, 2004 @ 20:59PM — zZzK.C.zZz [URL]

Please, people lets keep it real. First of all someone posted that his zodiac sign was pisces was totally wrong! I am pisces and I am born in February. I really don't think he has a girlfriend because if you look in recent articles about him you see that he claims he does not have a girlfriend. Why doesn't he confirm if he has a girlfriend or not in a press conference or an interview. Besides that fact just because you live in the same town as he does doesn't mean that you will actually know him and meet him! I go to Towson quite often and I have never met him. I'm sorry or being rude to all the people who also sign this "guestbook" but I have to say is that I have a huge crush on him, too, but I know that I am way too young for him(since I am a mere 13) and that I am not a swimmer I am a dancer and I have not and never will not meet him in my lifetime even though I wish I could. But people shouldn't have a crush on Michael just for his good looks but people should get to know him better. I am sorry if I have offended anybody.

#163 — August 29, 2004 @ 21:17PM — Kendall Theriault

Lauren
I totally agree w/you on all your comments. Nice poem by the way!!! and uh, girls who obviously losing sleep over the whole does he have a girlfriend thing...u guys, lets say you are lucky enough to meet him do ya really think he's gonna just be lovestruck and go out w/u on the spot! I don't mean 2 B harsh (cuz I like him too!) but go outside away from the computers for a sec then talk to ppl in the tri-state area, live a little...THEN if ya want to still marry him why don't you send an application to Michigan State and may the obsession continue. Who knows by then he may have broken up with his girlfriend and things may work out perfectly for you.He's definetely hot, and seems like a really great guy so if he does have a gf she must be pretty kewl to get a guy like him.
Anyone on this site who wants to e mail me you can at kterio@hotmail.com btw: ~> a/s/l
16/f/MT

#164 — August 29, 2004 @ 23:33PM — Amber Bain

michael..if you even read this..i am probably not your #1 fan, or even #500, but i really, truly admire you. all these people saying that you don't want these crazy psycho girls are right, you just need a down to earth girl..i am not saying that it should be me, but trust me, it sure would be nice. i live in a little suburb of st. louis, and i am the girl next door. i play basketball, run cross country, and track. i extremely suck at swimming, but i used to be a diver - so that's gotta count for something, eh? ha..well anyway..i am graduating this year from high school, and my dream is to meet you. my friend also truly admires you. she plays volleyball and she is amazing. she says she will be at the olympics in bejing playing vball, and she's going to meet you and go out with you, so i have to make my move now. ha just kidding, but i guess it would be sweet enough if you and her hooked up..at least id get to say..hey my friend is michael's girlfriend! ha..so you better watch out for a new girl comin up in volleyball, she'll take you by surprise. if there is any possible way you even read this, would you contact me? i think i would be extremely happy. i don't even know why i just said i 'think'..i KNOW i would be extremely happy. ~amber

#165 — August 29, 2004 @ 23:46PM — Sarah

Watching Michael Phelps at the Olympics this year amazed me. To see someone completely thrash the competition as he did in some of his races was incredible. I have incredible respect for someone, excuse me... ANYONE, who puts as much time and effort into their lives as he does.

x.//Scare.

#166 — August 30, 2004 @ 00:10AM — Lauren

Thanks a lot Kendall, I really appreciate it!
Everyone else, good luck in life, may you find happiness in love, and may you dream big (but realistically) for yourself. Someone once told me, "Reach for the stars 'cause the moons to close." Thanks Karen for that one!
To Michael, continue on your quest for greatness, although you're already pretty great just as yourself.

btw ~ my asl is 19/f/IL if anyone wants to IM or e-mail me at angeleyesroses4@aol.com.

~Lauren

#167 — August 30, 2004 @ 13:15PM — vonnie

hey mike
i,m a big fan and i wanted to wish you good luck in the future. you kicked butt in all your races. email me if you read this at orlis_swimangel@juno.com. from you #2 fan.
best wishes
- vonnie

#168 — August 30, 2004 @ 13:55PM — Stephanie Rodrigues

Michael Phelps has been an inspiration to me in more than one way. He inspired me to go swimming again and be more interested in the sport of swimming and sports. His ambitious nature, in that he sets olympic and world records, is very charming and something I would like to have more of in my life. Meaning ambition and drive.
If you ever read this Michael Phelps thank you so much for inspiring me. Not forgetting that you have a pair of the most gorgeous eyes and smile and a body to match. You've definitely made a fan out of me. Wish you all the best in all you do! Keep on smiling. =)

#169 — August 30, 2004 @ 15:08PM — ALEX [URL]

I LIVE RIGHT NEAR MICHAEL PHELPS

#170 — August 30, 2004 @ 18:45PM — Jennifer

I don't think that Michael Phelps would go for girls that are too obsessed with something they can never have. GET A FREAKIN' GRIP ON YOURSELVES GIRLS! of course you think he's hot, but so do 30 million other girls in the U.S. and even some in other countries!Chances are, he's gonna find someone that likes him for who he WAS, when nobody even knew his name outside the state of Maryland and not who he has become, so please stop writing love letters to him or trying to find where he lives, because if you really, really, really LOVE him, you will let him go and be happy for him in whatever he chooses to do with his life........Even though i'm only 13, I would know the difference between LIKING someone and actually LOVING someone........

#171 — August 30, 2004 @ 18:57PM — jennifer

if you want to comment on the comment that was posted before this one, e-mail at hot_chilli_peppers_746@yahoo.com

******* thanx alot******

#172 — August 30, 2004 @ 19:13PM — kacie [URL]

I would like to thank michael for inspireing me to do what I want to do and he proved that if you but you heart and soul into something you love you can do anything that you want. so thank you michael phelps for inspiering me.

from kacie from Seattle Washington.

#173 — August 30, 2004 @ 20:44PM — Corinne

Michael Phelps is amazing if anyone knows his address please please send it to Foxycwardle@yahoo.com! MIchael Phelps is the greatest athlete of all times!!

#174 — August 30, 2004 @ 22:14PM — Kendall

Hey Amber don't worry I suck at swimming...bad. Oh and I never have been in diving either!!!I learned a lot more about swimming after I started watching Michael Phelps race. Anywayz good luck to your friend in volleyball, and good luck to you in track. I'm in track too so I know bout the hard practices!!! Yeah well I definetely can relate I live in a town of 2,000 people!! It's really small, and REALLY into sports! The only sports we have are volleyball, basketball, and track for girls. We've been state champions in at least one of those for the past 6 years. Last year we won bball and track. 5 years in a row we won track state! I'm a junior and point guard for my team. I'm 5' 6" blonde hair blue eyes.I know this has nothin' to do w/Mike Phelps I just wanted to tell ya bout me!! So email me if ya want @ kterio@hotmail.com

#175 — August 31, 2004 @ 00:11AM — ungaro

What i'm abt to say might break some of your heart.The newspaper i'm holding now has a coverage of the Olympics closing ceremony.All athletes were gathered at the field. so theres this picture of Phelps hugging an Aussie girl, his lips pressed on her( i know she's an aussie for she was wearing the Australian athletes t-shirt). i can't make out who this Aussie was because Phelps face was on hers.But she is tall, very compatible with phelps.Its such a lovely picture, because they were surrounded by so many people, but its as though they have only each other in their eyes.And phelps hugged her with both arms around her so tightly, just like lovers who can't bear to part each other at the airport! So...romantic.So, perhaps Phelps and this Aussie fell in love with each other during this Olympics(very sweet meeting)..but anyway, i feel glad for him if he really found someone he love.Best wishes For Phelps!

#176 — August 31, 2004 @ 00:32AM — Lauren

At the Olympics everyone makes friends and has a touching moment before they leave. 'Cause they won't see these people again for another four years many embrace their new friends. It's not uncommon. But if they are dating, good luck to Michael Phelps and this Aussie girl.

~Lauren

#177 — August 31, 2004 @ 01:04AM — ungaro

ok..i'll just guess for fun, that Aussie Phelps was embracing might be...Libby Lenton, she's really sweet looking!

#178 — August 31, 2004 @ 12:25PM — Becca

I know that I sound like a crazy obsessed fan....but that's because I am! You are SO hott Michael! I have pictures and posters of you all over my walls! And you're a great athlete! You are so dedicated and you seem so real and down-to-earth, especially for someone who's only nineteen. Way to go!

#179 — August 31, 2004 @ 14:20PM — mariela

If you do read this micheal i'm a fan off yours and i know all the the talk about breaking mark spitz record must have been hard but you handle it well.And if you and your girlfriend are planning to get married i'am happy for you guys, and i hope people don't take you the wrong way because i imagen you have more than your looks that people should been think about. And one question you think lohan is pretty hot but would you say she is to young for marriage? i hope you answere my question soon, well i hope to see you at the next olympics if i make the olympic team. And if i do make the olympics watch for a young girl(16 years old) with a maple leaf on her cap that will be me. i hope i meet you at the next olympics. see ya
luv: mariela, Ps: the next jenny tompson

#180 — August 31, 2004 @ 14:49PM — Brandi

Michael Phelps is soooo HOTT but even better than that hes an awesome olympic swimmer. i watched him all day long and i stayed awake every night until the olympics went off jus to make sure i didnt miss anything dealing with him! i have his posters on my wall cause im a swimmer and he inspires me! I have a icon on AIM that says Michael Phelps is sexy and I have all his newspaper articles from my city and a city in Kentucky. I even know wat music he was listening to on some of his races! i have his commercials recorded on VHS and im trying to get tapes of his awesome Olympic races! I anything and everything that i see of his! i have songs that i dedicate to him like "lala" from Ashlee Simpson and i know that probaly freaks him out cuz ive never even met him! My friends say im obsessive! oh and my AIM profile says " 6 Gold
0 Silver
2 Bronze
HELL YEAH!!!!!!!

I LIVE FOR SHIT LIKE THIS!!!!!!!!!!

You make me wana lala in the kitchen on the floor
ill be a frenchmaid when i meet you at the door
im like an alley cat
drink the milk up i want more
you make me wana
you make me wana scream

this profile is for the very talented Michael Phelps"

see i love him. if i ever met him i would... i would.....i would freak! well this is long enough but if u read this michael phelps "I LOVE YOU SOOO MUCH"

#181 — August 31, 2004 @ 14:57PM — Brandi

MICHAEL if u read this I" I will do nething u want to meet u! i'll help u train or do anything u want! this is my offer! and wen i say anything i mean anything! i dont care whatever the cost is! thats how much youre worth to me!"

so if youre interested email me at
MPswim86@yahoo.com


oh and i wrote another really long one of these but i forgot to sign my name! sorry!

~Brandi~ yore awesome michael!

#182 — August 31, 2004 @ 14:57PM — Brandi

MICHAEL if u read this I" I will do nething u want to meet u! i'll help u train or do anything u want! this is my offer! and wen i say anything i mean anything! i dont care whatever the cost is! thats how much youre worth to me!"

so if youre interested email me at
MPswim86@yahoo.com


oh and i wrote another really long one of these but i forgot to sign my name! sorry!

~Brandi~ yore awesome michael!

#183 — August 31, 2004 @ 15:30PM — Lauren

Ladies, ladies, can we please keep the "I want you so bad," "You're SOOOOO HOOOOTTTTTT," and "I'll do anything, I mean anything, for you" 's down to a minimum. You're setting yourselves up for major disappointment by obsessing over someone you don't know.
Yes I agree Michael Phelps is hot, yes he is very talented, but I also think that he will probably not date you 'cause you're only like 13 years old, and it's kind of ILLEGAL. Be more down to earth, be yourself, and live your life, don't surround it by obsession over a 19 year old male swimmer who has accomplished many great things, and will continue to do so in future years. I'm not putting down Michael Phelps, I'm just saying, cool your jets to you ladies who don't seem to want to have another life outside of loving Michael Phelps.

If anyone wants to comment e-mail me at angeleyesroses4@aol.com.
BTW~ my ASL is 19/female/IL

~Lauren

#184 — August 31, 2004 @ 16:30PM — Rose [URL]

you are so fine and you are my role model and I want to meet you but it will never happen because nothing good ever happen to me. thanks luv lots

Rose of Seattle Washington

#185 — August 31, 2004 @ 16:56PM — emily [URL]

lauren... i agree with most of what u said... yes it would apear childish to idolis some one so much.. no matter how cute and talented he is... but every one need some one to beleave in and dream about...i do it... in math or spanish when i dont know how much more i can take i picture michaels face and it makes me smile, and thinking about what he did (i.e. gold medils) motivates me to do better... oh and just for your info not everyone posting is "like 13" i'm 17 and i know my friends have posted so your little maby michael wil read this and e-mail me is LAME!

everyone keep dreaming..mabye u wont meet him but i'm sure he appreciates your thoughts. good lucj to ya all

#186 — August 31, 2004 @ 17:14PM — emily [URL]

yo its emily again...um i just posted and i would like point out that th only other post before this one that this emily has posted it rith above it so all that other shit is not me
michael phelps is u read this... fat chance...lol...u are amazing and deserve everything u have earned(i.e. medals and money and fans and pride and i dont think u have one but if u do u sure as hell are one of the few poeple who earned the right to have a big head...lol)
see ya

#187 — August 31, 2004 @ 19:17PM — Daydreamer

HEY............. DID YOU KNOW HE'S GOING TO BE IN FRONT OF A CEREAL BOX.........REALLY SOON!!!!!!!!!!!
I THINK THE CEREAL IS CALLED 'WHEATS'

#188 — August 31, 2004 @ 19:27PM — kenall theriault

Wheaties you mean?? Michael Phelps is so fine...that's all. I've already wrote like a hundered things on how nice and sweet he is (which is why he's so kewl!)! Oh and uh, I'm not 13 either, 16 actually!

#189 — August 31, 2004 @ 19:32PM — Kendall Theriault

Hey uh, Tiffany did you put Kenall Theriault for your name??? :) That's mine thanxx!!! and it's kenDall altho I know u like to use "kenall". Yeah hey whats up? I didn't know you were on right now! :)
-the real Kendall Theriault who didn't make the Wheats comment but the one after...and, uh this one!!!!

#190 — August 31, 2004 @ 21:51PM — Lauren

Emily, I understand what you're saying. I know not everyone here professing their undying love for Michael Phelps is "13." I just said that because if you look at the major of the comments, that's what most of the girls are who say they love him, etc, etc. So, sorry to offend anyone if you're not "13" and in love with Michael Phelps.
And I do agree with you that it's nice to have someone or something positive to daydream about at boring times (I do it all the time in college when I'm sick of listening to my professors talk about nothing important or relevant to the subject matter), but obsessing over someone is a bit extreme and a bit over the top. Some of these girls are strictly obsessed (they've said it, not only me) and that can scare people. So what I'm getting at is learn to be yourself outside of your daydreams. That's who the boy (whomever he may be) will fall for.
And I don't care if Michael e-mails me, I said if ANYONE (meaning anyone who reads this) can e-mail me if they want. So next time you accuse someone of saying something, please be sure to read everything in front of you. Thank you.

If ANYONE would like to comment e-mail me at angeleyesroses4@aol.com.
~Lauren

#191 — August 31, 2004 @ 22:54PM — Sharon

ungaro, exactly what newspaper are you looking at? can u possibly send me a copy of that pic? can i get ahold of that paper?

thanks!
reply soon

#192 — August 31, 2004 @ 23:02PM — Sharon

So as of now, does he officially have a girlfriend or not? I am so confused..

lol

#193 — August 31, 2004 @ 23:08PM — ungaro

Hi Sharon,

I'll try to get the picture for you, my friend had just took it away from me:-)

Ungaro888@yahoo.com

#194 — August 31, 2004 @ 23:59PM — Ling

what college does Michael Phelps attend?

#195 — September 1, 2004 @ 11:41AM — monie [URL]

SHUT UP YOU STUPID GURLS!!!!!!! I AM MICHAEL'S GIRLFRIEND AND I WILL BECOME TO MISIS PHELPS!!!! HEHEHE!!!! MICHAEL LOVES JUST ME!!!! AND WE ARE A GREAT COUPLE!!!!!! :PPPP

#196 — September 1, 2004 @ 11:42AM — Emily [URL]

lauren... thank u for clearing that upand i am sorry i offended u with at that and i was wrong apologies all around.
love alaround
Em
oh and ps michael phelps is the sweetes guy EVER... he does all this charity and stuff...

#197 — September 1, 2004 @ 11:44AM — emily [URL]

who ever is saying that she is michael phelps gf is just some bitch that is trying to trick u... he doesnt have a gf and yes i know that for a fact! so back of... and he would never date a girl who posted something like that

#198 — September 1, 2004 @ 14:20PM — Ryan [URL]

Dear God, what have I done?!

#199 — September 1, 2004 @ 15:00PM — Kasey [URL]

Why do people keep adding personal ads in here! That just low and stupid and also very desperate! And why do people sign this guestbook daily! Thats just so stupid and so are a lot of these people. And also maybe the people who sign who are 13 aren't saying for themselves maybe they have older sisters like myself. So why don't you think before you speak because it sounds like most of you people don't and you just make yourselves look stupid!

#200 — September 1, 2004 @ 15:40PM — Lauren

No problem Emily, and you didn't offend me so it's all good. No apology necessary but thanks for it anyways. I understand how you felt (trust me). Love all around.
And you're right, Michael DOES NOT have a girlfriend, and he is a very sweet and intelligent person.
And to Kasey, be gentle to people and calm down, no one is trying to imply anything towards you or your sister so chill please.

If you'd like to comment e-mail me at angeleyesroses4@aol.com.
~Lauren

#201 — September 1, 2004 @ 16:02PM — Sharon

So, as of now, he is single?

#202 — September 1, 2004 @ 16:03PM — Sharon

THANKS, ungaro! k.i.t!

#203 — September 1, 2004 @ 16:10PM — Rachel

OMG!!!! Michael is soooooooo hot! i luv him soooooooooooooooo much! he is my role modle!
~luv always,
Rachel

#204 — September 1, 2004 @ 18:18PM — Kasey [URL]

So Lauren hw do you know so much about Michael?

#205 — September 1, 2004 @ 19:16PM — Emily [URL]

yo lauren u sound pretty coolwe should talk im me at...darlavanda...
michael u are so sweet... keep it up hun
love ya all

#206 — September 1, 2004 @ 19:18PM — emily [URL]

lauren knows so much about michael phelps because she reads articals on him (i think0 i know just about as much and thats how i know just go to aolsearch and type in michael phelps and u will get LOADS of sites :)

#207 — September 1, 2004 @ 21:13PM — amanda

Hey ok michael phelps does not hav a gf to newun who didnt noe that and he's really hot and im so proud of him for wat hes dun in the olympics so all haterz can go screw yourselves lol

#208 — September 1, 2004 @ 21:48PM — MPFan1345

Dude.. Me and My Best Friend are.. sooo depressed! Lol.. how could you be getting married! :( Lol.. Well goodluck in your marriage! you are a true inspiration to me and my friend..we LOVE to swim! thanks!
~ASH AND SARAH~

#209 — September 1, 2004 @ 22:11PM — Sharon

So he doesn't have a girlfriend? I've just been so confused lately because I've heard both sides back and forth...that's good then! Thanks!

#210 — September 1, 2004 @ 22:22PM — Sharon

Anyone here going to see Michael and the others on the Disney "Swim with the Stars tour?

They're coming to Baltimore the 10th thru 12th! I am so excited.

#211 — September 1, 2004 @ 23:02PM — Lauren

A) Keeping up with all kinds of news is how I know a lot about Michael Phelps. And it's true, just aolsearch, or google search for Michael Phelps and you'll get tons of articles about him.
B) Emily, that's cool with me. You sound pretty cool also. My IM is angeleyesroses4 if you ever want to talk.
C) Michael is really a sweet person and I wish him the best in all of his endeavours.

If anyone would like to comment e-mail me or IM me at angeleyesroses4@aol.com.
~Lauren

#212 — September 1, 2004 @ 23:03PM — Lauren

Oh and I forgot one more thing, THANKS EMILY!!!!!!

#213 — September 2, 2004 @ 08:31AM — Rochelle

Heya to all the people out there and to lauren...i think ur really mature. Also to emily, i think it was real sweet how you two are on the same page rite now. you two sound like cool chicks, anyways...back to the point i agree with lauren when she said that michael is a real sweet person and i also would like to wish him all the best. Also i hope that everyone who reads this will realise that they should never get their hopes up toooooo high and i hope all your dreams and wishes come true...because dreams do come true...and by that i mean dreams that are possible.
Love you all always

Rochelle xoxo

#214 — September 2, 2004 @ 10:52AM — Becky

Hi Everyone, Just been reading through all of this! Just want to thank those of you that have supported M and I recently. Its been a bit crazy, hopefully can get back to those wedding plans now!

God bless

Becs

#215 — September 2, 2004 @ 14:11PM — Lauren

Thanks Rochelle! And you're right dreams do come true. When you make things happen in your life and you have real inspiration and positive people in your life, anything can be possible. Just aim for what you can accomplish and things can go your way.

If anyone would like to comment e-mail or IM me at angeleyesroses4@aol.com.
~Lauren

#216 — September 2, 2004 @ 18:53PM — emily [URL]

"becs" what is up why are you pretending to be michaels gf? i know for a FACT that he doesnt have one so back off. ya u can wish u are his gf hell i do but i think u are talking it a little too far
love all
Em
oh ps laure thanks for that shout out...lol
michael good luck in everything ...love ya

#217 — September 2, 2004 @ 19:02PM — LaurenHater [URL]

How can people like Lauren and Emily and Rochelle say that Michael's a nice person when you don't even know him?

#218 — September 2, 2004 @ 19:11PM — Daydreamer

Hey Sharon...........you know the' swim with the stars tour'...........does that include Canada

#219 — September 2, 2004 @ 19:19PM — Daydreamer

Ling
Michael Phelps will be attending University of Michicigan (I don't know how to spell it)!!!!!!!

#220 — September 2, 2004 @ 19:58PM — Lauren

To LaurenHater: BECAUSE WE CAN!!!!!!
And how do you know that we don't know him?

~Lauren

#221 — September 2, 2004 @ 21:36PM — emily [URL]

lauren u are soooooo right... and even if we didnt know him personaly i have read enough articals and watched enough intervews to get a jist of his personality... and how do u know hes not nice or sweet.
see ya
Emily

and i truly beleave that michael phelps is a VERY nice and kind AND sweet person so if u think differently talk to me about it... love to all

#222 — September 2, 2004 @ 22:04PM — Sharon

I don't think it includes canada. does anyone know how to get tickets to any one of those "swim with the stars" shows? plz help!

P.S. yeah even though we don't know Michael personally, I personally think that we know everything short of that, so we have an idea of what he's like on and off swimming... (that's just me)

#223 — September 2, 2004 @ 23:10PM — Kala

I am in Love w/ Michael!!!I would give anything to go on a date w/ him, and he probably would to when he saw me!!=) If anyone can send me ANY info, #, em, anything, I'd be really greatful!
LOVE U Michael!<3

#224 — September 3, 2004 @ 04:25AM — Becky

Dear Emily
I'm sorry I think my message must have been a bit confusing.I wanted to put a general shout out to my friends....nothing really to do with Michael Phelps....the 'm' is 'mark'.... and I'd never claim to by Phelp's girlfriend!!!!!
Sorry for the confusion...

#225 — September 3, 2004 @ 09:51AM — darlavanda [URL]

sorry becky... i really am... but there have been people pretending to be his gf so i was mistaken. again really sorry i dont want to offend anyone... and good luck!
love anyone supportin michael phelps!

#226 — September 3, 2004 @ 09:55AM — emily [URL]

kala... its good to be confident and think u look hot ro cute or whatever but you gettin a little cocky... :) i am not instlting u or anything but tone it down a little...
and i am sure that any one would be luck to go on a date with
love ya

#227 — September 3, 2004 @ 15:10PM — Sharon

Does anyone know when Michael will make his next TV/magazine/media appearance?

P.S. Ungaro, was the pic u were talking about taken at the Olympics?

#228 — September 3, 2004 @ 15:24PM — emily [URL]

sharon i wish i knew the answer i am dieing to find out were his next intervew is so if anybody has any info on that i would really like to know thank
love

#229 — September 3, 2004 @ 19:18PM — kacie [URL]

I think you all are just crazy I like him to but why care when he is going to be on tv does it matter? Why do you people want to know so much about him you might not even ever meet the guy so just get over him already please it is pathetic pick a guy your own age and stop thinking about dating a guy that is either 5 or 6 years older then you.

#230 — September 3, 2004 @ 19:36PM — emily [URL]

alright first of all he is ym age well i'm almost 18 so thats like a year and 3 months thats not that much of a difference... furthermore so what if i dont get to meet him does that mean ishould saport him by thinking about him and praying for him... maybe i am the only one here who is that religious but ya i prayed and still do pray for him... every night before i went to bed the week of the O's i prayed that he would do his best and ya i belive that it does help...like when paul hamm fell i prayed that he would do his best even though he prabably wasnt going to win and look what happend... i know that like he really didnt win but he came back really hrd and everything ya i think that bevcause of mine and others prayers god help him and helped michael phelps do him best that week i think that thats where he got his strangth, for god, wheather or not he is that religouse.
peace
emily

#231 — September 3, 2004 @ 19:43PM — Lauren [URL]

[edited]

#232 — September 3, 2004 @ 20:01PM — Lauren

Emily, this is the real Lauren, and I didn't type that. [edited] If anyone would like to respond IM or e-mail me at angeleyesroses4@aol.com.
~Lauren

#233 — September 3, 2004 @ 22:08PM — Ungaro

Yes Sharon, it was a shot taken at the Olympics closing ceremony, at the stadium.

#234 — September 3, 2004 @ 22:39PM — ungaro

Heard Baltimore County will be hosting a parade and "Phelpstival" on sept11, the parade will begin at Towson High.:-)He will be given the key to