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Behold the Power of Joanna!

I am here for Friends

About Me

I love deeply and express myself openly. They don’t get much more “real” than me. I’m complex and proud of it. I’m professional, casual, witty, smarty-pants, goofy, serious, sexy, nerdy, logical and emotional. I’m honest, loyal and courageous. I believe in integrity...What I say behind your back, I will say to your face. I’m a good person, and people like me (for the most part :-))!
I am a native San Diegan, and I have love for all things San Diego (beaches, Padres, Chargers….even the Clippers, yes, the San Diego Clippers). I grew up in a family of 8 and that experience has greatly impacted who I am today. I thank God for the life he has given me...the opportunities I have been presented with, the challenges I have encountered and the many lessons I have learned.
After college, I moved from San Diego to Los Angeles, where I lived for 6 years. In February 2005 love brought me to Oakland, CA. Things didn't work out as planned, but fortunately I really like it here...so I guess I'll stay a while. I still consider myself a newbie to the Bay Area. However, it's slowly but surely feeling like home to me.
Life is Good!


You Have A Type B+ Personality
You're a pro at going with the flow
You love to kick back and take in everything life has to offer
A total joy to be around, people crave your stability.
While you're totally laid back, you can have bouts of hyperactivity.
Get into a project you love, and you won't stop until it's done
You're passionate - just selective about your passionsDo You Have a Type A Personality?

My Interests

I'd like to meet:

I'd love to make new friends here, but I'm particular about who I call my "friends". If after reading my profile you feel that we have some things in common and can contribute in a positive way to each other's lives, please reach out.

I'm also interested in connecting with old friends who live nearby or are open to visiting (I have a spare bedroom with your name on it).

Hope to hear from you!

My Blog

Help Me Pick a Slogan...

This is totally silly, but I thought I'd post anyway....thanks Rochiggidy! Help me pick a slogan.  Vote for your favorite. 1.  Joanna - The Freshmaker 2. Mama Mia, That'sa One Spicy Joanna! ...
Posted by on Sat, 19 May 2007 14:34:00 GMT

This is me....sort of.

So, I just went through a few online surveys that supposedly delve into your innermost being.  Strangely, I find some of these pretty accurate.  I thought I'd share this information about "m...
Posted by on Sat, 28 Oct 2006 11:08:00 GMT

The One Who Got Away

Why am I still up at 6am?......So, I've been thinking...why is that so many people have a "one who got away" story?  It's either the situation where you liked/loved someone, didn't pursue th...
Posted by on Wed, 27 Sep 2006 06:20:00 GMT

Upgrade U

I'm REALLY feeling this song right now.  I don't consider myself a materialistic person, but I like the concept of "upgrading" someone, and someone "upgrading" me in a sense. I want someone ...
Posted by on Fri, 22 Sep 2006 12:42:00 GMT

More Random Thoughts on Life and Love

It's amazing how much of yourself you can lose in a relationship!  I've been out for two months today, and I'm piecing together the fragments of my former life...lol.  I'm re-learning myself...
Posted by on Mon, 21 Aug 2006 15:22:00 GMT

Beautiful Day

I had a really nice day today.  You really appreciate days like this after a rough week.  ;-) I thank God for friends and family that support me. Thank you, Mijiza! You've been great mama.
Posted by on Sat, 01 Jul 2006 22:17:00 GMT

Random Thoughts on Life and Love

So, here I am.  Still living, still loving. It's interesting the way your life can change so quickly.  The wheel of fortune spinning so fast you fly off.  Some say it's important t...
Posted by on Tue, 27 Jun 2006 11:24:00 GMT