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John

I have opinions of my own -- strong opinions -- but I don't always agree with them. - George Bush

About Me


I'm a pdx transplant... who is from here really? I grew up on a little island off the coast of Texas called Galveston ....I love the beach, warm weather, and sand in my toes. What am I doing here, right? I sure miss the warm Gulf of Mexico however it's only a plane ticket away. I'm a friendly person with a bit of southern hospitality; and after a cocktail... a slight Texas accent slips the tongue. Sometimes overly blunt, but charmingly so. I've been here in the NW for 7 years now, working hard and raising my little girl. I've met some wonderful people here and am enjoying making this part of the country my new home. Anything else just ask...
I'm not here to date but just making this myspace a fun thing, who knows? I have met some wonderful friends here I may not have met otherwise. You know, Ms. Right just maaay be out there. I have been wrong before. I'm totally up for a surprise. lol
50,000 BATTERED WOMEN AND I'VE BEEN EATING MINE PLAIN?
I went to back to Galveston last week to see friends and family, weather was just perfect. The beach, cruised the seawall, went to the air show, the artwalk, saw my new niece Jaiden, my dad is restoring the old house, just caught up on so many things! yeah safe to say I miss my family, the warm weather... here are a few pics from the trip in this slideshow below...I had a great time.
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My Interests



City life, getting outdoors, wakeboarding/snowboarding, trying to play the guitar umm, -emphasis on try. Smoked BBQ meats, I confess I'm a documented chocoholic... I assume a this point 100+ cookbooks means I can no doubt chef it up. Yeah I'm still goofing off on the computer when I have the time.... still R/C boats, still looking for a motorcycle, airbrush a little, love photography, exploring this new state of mine, building things, like going to sporting events, I've hand-made candles for a few years now, restore antique furniture, friends, trying something new and one more; obviously, spending as much time as possible with my daughter. Isn't that what it's all about anyway?

I'd like to meet:



~to be determined.....

Music:

Sounds of my life, let it play.

I listen to everything.

Movies:

Hey, whatever my date wants to see, usually comedy is best. Big Hollywood productions or something independent.... I'll sample. Usually light-hearted features with a sense of meaning, have a twist, some action...a great story... something with a good sense of humor! Not really into epic slaughters.

and for some eye candy, there's always Kate Beckinsale to brighten up the bigscreen

and who could forget Sienna Miller in Layer Cake. dang.

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Television:



Kill your TV! The news is poison. I like Discovery Channel, Travel Channel, TLC, Comedy Central... Animal Planet, and isn't it a cruel world ; I still can't believe he's gone.

a couple shows here and there but not really a network TV enthusiast.

Some shows are still makin' me laugh tho.. like this one that somehow never seems to get too old, Respect my authoritah.

Books:

I like to read, usually educational pubs though. Not much on novels for some reason. Lately just reading disney to my daughter before bed!

Ahh no category for this but, ahh... the M5. Can you really rent an airport and do this.... when the 540 is sold, this is next. ~love this car.

Ever since I can remember, I was into enything remote control. Planes, cars, boats... here's my old r/c boat from 94', still have it... I love to airbrush and many paint jobs later, it still screams. 13lbs., 3hp/14,000rpm water cooled 23cc Midwest Zenoah Pro, Aeromarine Challenger 48" hull. All original eqipment from 94'. It's time for total restoration but here are some recent pics showcasing some of my paint and performance on the river.

Lately some have asked about my home town and what Galveston Island is like.... here are a few pics on the web I found for some hi-lites.

Heroes:

Wayne, Eastwood, someone who votes, real parents.

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