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Heathtown (est.1998)

I ride these ropes alone, beneath the sulfur sky, everywhere I roam, life is one big lie

About Me

I work in the Computer support industry, but usually have myself branched in other areas of life that involve helping in some fashion or another. Although it may seem like a vague statement, it's not something that makes a whole lot of sense here.In any case, I am always thinking about everything and sometimes about things that seem not very important. Given the right crowd, I feel that I am full of interesting observations, stories and quirks. I tend to get along with most everyone (as variety definitely makes things more interesting), but don't usually play "follow the leader".
I'm neither a hipster/trend setter, nor am I necessarily some type of social deviant. I observe, I write and I just do what makes sense.I tend to be really big on archiving events that unfold around my life. Especially as we're always making history, for better or worse.
As the pendulum swings back and forth, these days I've been in the middle of being productive and being somewhat uninspired. As always though, I usually like going with the flow, and am easily entertained.
I am still always on the lookout for the next adventure or some good times with my friends and family. Sometimes, it's better to just live your day unplanned and seeing where it may take you. But, I'm always trying to learn and grow as a person. And what better way than through friends and new experiences. Speaking of which, with all the great things going on as of late, I've managed to open my mind to some new and interesting things in San Francisco.
I'm originally from South Gate, California (we're right across the tracks from good old Watts). I've lived in other areas too, but rather than list them here, just ask! ;)
And for those of you that want to add me as a friend, drop me a line first to say "Hey" or "Bite me!" or "Arrgh..Go Frak yourself".
Basically say something interesting or with just a bit of effort and then I'll get back to you. As I'm not hell bent on just adding people for the sake of it. As I'm looking quality friends to talk to, rather than have a large quantity of strangers. :)

My Interests

Writing(various methods),
Cooking,
Baking,
Photography,
Exercising,
Mixology,
Attending live baseball games,
Concerts,
Bonfires,
Repairing PC's,
World War History,
"Glass bottled" sodas,
Obscure pop culture trivia,
hole-in-the-wall restaurants,
exploring my surroundings,
I like to hike or walk great distances (it's good for the soul),

I also collect toys,comic books, and love getting into a great video game.

Links www.x-entertainment.com
www.allrecipes.com
www.screwattack.com
www.redmeat.com
www.superdickery.com
maddox.xmission.com
www.slickdeals.net
www.dvdtalk.com
www.cheapassgamer.com
www.sodaking.com
www.tvshowsondvd.com
www.aintitcool.com
www.reviewtheworld.com
www.digg.com
www.obama.senate.gov/podcast
www.barackobama.com
www.rawstory.com
www.thinkprogress.com
www.dailykos.com
www.crooksandliars.com

More to come as I remember them.


I can also be found at: heathtown.livejournal.com

I'd like to meet:

Like minded people. Or at least people who give a damn about the grander scheme of things. I'm sure that's a broad spectrum, but it's what comes to mind.

Music:



Recently, I've found myself listening to:

Rilo Kiley,
The Raveonettes,
The Go! Team,
Echo And The Bunnymen,
Rock Kills Kid,
The Lovemakers,
KRS-One,
Jimi Hendrix,
Ladytron,

Some songs that been favorites of mine for some time are:

I Love You by Sarah Mclachlan,
Unforgiven by Alanis Morrisette
Do What You You Have To Do also by Sarah Mclachlan,
Say After Me by Bic Runga,
Home by Depeche Mode,
This Is How My Heart Heard by Duncan Sheik,
Becoming by Jewel,
Photograph Of You by Sugar Ray,
In The Blood by Better Than Ezra,
Cocaine Blues by Johnny Cash,
Stepping Out by Joe Jackson,
One Night by The Corrs,
Promises by Adema
Linger by The Cranberries
La Tempete by Tara Maclean

And a very important song to me is:
Last Dance by Sarah Mclachlan

Some of my favorite artists are:

Depeche Mode,
Pulp,
Esthero,
Duncan Sheik (way underrated),
Dido (met her once, very nice),
Morrissey,
The Smiths,
Texas
The Cranberries
Ace of Base,
Sarah Maclachlan,
Bic Runga,
Jenny Lewis,
The Corrs,
Gene,
The London Suede,
Vienna Teng,
Jem,
Smashing Pumpkins,
New Order
No Doubt
The Sounds,
Tara Maclean etc.;

Movies:

My favorite films of all time are:

The Shawshank Redemption,
Children Of Men,
Empire of the Sun,
Forrest Gump,
To Kill a Mockingbird,
Three Amigos,

And many more of course!

24:Season 7 trailer (Teh awesomeness!)

Television:

I haven't been watching TV pretty much at all. But my DVD player has been filled with:

Batman The Animated Series,

But I also like:

24,
HouseM.D.,
Lost,
ExoSquad(great cartoon serial),
Nip/Tuck,
Sledgehammer!,
Freaks and Geeks,
DS9,
COPS (the cartoon not the Fox series).
Titus,
Married With Children,
Yes,Dear!,
Babylon 5,
Mama's Family,

Al Bundy on BIG women! - Watch more free videos
Married With Children "8 Minutes of Fat Women"

Books:

Currently I'm reading about U.S. Military History as well as mass migrations in society.

Some previous books include:

Man's Search For Meaning by Victor Frankl

The Autobiography of the Top-Ranked Marine Sniper by Jack Coughlin.

And a really long but great read called Swan Song by Robert McCammon.

Heroes:

I have some, but I'm not sure how it's relevant here.

Metal Gear Solid 4:GOTP Great new trailer

My Blog

Chemical irritant sprayed in Dayton, OH Mosque!

Truly despicable, especially with the fact that the DVD's that apparently instigated the acts are endorsed by the "Clarion Fund". http://www.dailykos.com/storyonly/2008/9/28/203016/697/536/6 13742 Musl...
Posted by Heathtown (est.1998) on Mon, 29 Sep 2008 11:07:00 PST

800 billion bailout/Nigerian scam spoof! (taken from rawstory.com)

http://rawstory.com/news/2008/Viral_email_forward_mocks_Wall _Street_0923.htmlDear American: I need to ask you to support an urgent secret business relationship with a transfer of funds of great magni...
Posted by Heathtown (est.1998) on Wed, 24 Sep 2008 12:36:00 PST

McCain vs. an NBC reporter in Maine (must see for the hilarity)

Truth be damned, McCain certainly comes up with some asinine comments with regards to the questions that are passed to him in. Naysayers can dish this or that about the other party, but what the hell ...
Posted by Heathtown (est.1998) on Fri, 12 Sep 2008 01:32:00 PST

High Fructose Corn Syrup propaganda has begun!

Notice how they quickly blurt "in moderation". Yet, we as a society consume this stuff without even realizing it. From Peanut Butter to certain canned goods. It's everywhere. Check the labels for some...
Posted by Heathtown (est.1998) on Sun, 07 Sep 2008 01:09:00 PST

"Peanuts" animator and voice of Snoopy dies!

I know there seems to be a trend lately with my posting of obits and such. It's definitely not intentional, but in any case, here's the latest one.~Shaun "Peanuts" animator Bill Melendez dies http...
Posted by Heathtown (est.1998) on Thu, 04 Sep 2008 05:12:00 PST

RIP Jerry Reed (aka "The Snowman")

http://ap. google. com/article/ALeqM5gtCKwgisw0t7ftgEpx3zQa1gEjtQD92UOT880Singe r-actor Jerry Reed dies at the age of 71By JOHN GEROME  2 hours agoNASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP)  Jerry Reed, a singer...
Posted by Heathtown (est.1998) on Tue, 02 Sep 2008 02:47:00 PST

In Issac Hayes honor..."One order of ribs"

I'll always remember his role in this film "I'm gonna git you sucka" as well as his many other roles throughout. Oh no, not The Duke Of New York! http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/obit_isaac_hayesS...
Posted by Heathtown (est.1998) on Sun, 10 Aug 2008 02:36:00 PST

"Texas" front woman’s solo album is out now!

Hello everyone!It's been a while since I chimed in with some music recommendations, and although this one is more of an import recommendation. I still wholeheartedly give it a fantastic thumbs up. The...
Posted by Heathtown (est.1998) on Tue, 15 Jul 2008 01:45:00 PST

George Carlin has died!

Comedian George Carlin dies in Los Angeles at 71 Comedian George Carlin, a counter-culture hero famed for his routines about drugs and dirty words, died of heart failure at a Los ...
Posted by Heathtown (est.1998) on Mon, 23 Jun 2008 10:38:00 PST

NBCs Tim Russert dead at 58! *Edit (with Tom Brokaw commentary)

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/25145431/NBC's Tim Russert dead at 58Washington bureau chief, 'Meet the Press' moderator collapsed on job..tr>..table>BREAKING NEWSNBC News and MSNBCWASHINGTON - Tim Russer...
Posted by Heathtown (est.1998) on Fri, 13 Jun 2008 01:11:00 PST