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About Me

Hey, thanks for visiting. Make yourself at home. I have a group of friends (sometimes their good), a wonderful daughter and a partially psychotic cat. For the most part, I live a healthy lifestyle and like being outdoors. Of course, I can waste a day watching movies too. I guess as long as I'm happy, it can't be a total waste. I like being around the water, whether it be a pool or a beach. I guess the pool is really an oasis since I've been landlocked for the last 16 yrs. There isn't much that's more relaxing than soaking in the sun and listening to the waves roll in. I try to laugh as much as I can...I'd say that I have a good sense of humor and can find the fun in most situations. I like to stay current on what is going on in the world and in my town. I am open-minded, have my own opinions and try to balance honesty and tact whenever I can.I work for the Federal Gov't in Rockville, MD and a homeowner. (At least you now know that I have a good job and am responsible.) Neither of these things define me though. I wonder if I could put myself into Wikipedia. Jon = a person who strives to be happy and tan.

My Interests

Arts, Dining, Movies, Outdoor Activities, Photography, Reading, Watching Sports, Theater, Travel, Playing Sports, Health/Fitness, museums, Camping, Hiking.

I'd like to meet:

Gary Larsen, Crumpet the Elf, and Dave Chappelle.Dating-wise, I'd like to meet an attractive, confident, outgoing woman....Someone that is comfortable enough in her own skin to realize the trying to change a partner into something he could never be only risks the very qualities that initially attracted her to him. I guess it goes without saying that I'd like to meet someone that has similar interests as mine although they don't have to be identical....I'm always up to try something new.Also, any easygoing, mostly mature, and open-minded people. That leaves plenty of room for interpretation so look in the mirror and hopefully you'll see a person just like that.

Music:

From Alternative to Rap and Blues to Reggae....Elvis Costello, The Cure, Mose Allison, Charlie Parker, Bob Marley, AC/DC, Green Day, Rolling Stones, The Smiths...just to mention a few. My tastes in music tend to be quite varied. I like finding those out of the way places that always book great local artists.

Movies:

I'm not sure if I could pick a favorite movie. I don't have a favorite genre either. I enjoy watching everything from blockbusters to indie films....yes that can even include campy b-movies too. I do have some that I'd definitely watch over again.Jaws, The Thin Man Movies, Bulworth, Casablanca, Blazing Saddles, Chronicles of Riddick, To Kill a Mockingbird, History of the World-Part I, Laura, Anything created from Dr. Seuss books and the list goes on and on.

Television:

When I do watch, my TV is usually turned to HBO, the Discovery Channels, or the Learning Channel. I don't have a particular show that I watch regularly...well, maybe reruns the Chappelle Show.

Books:

I like most of Michael Crighton's books. If you haven't read Caleb Carr's "The Alienist", I definitely recommend it.Stephen King book "The Stand" is an awesome read.The Hot Zone; A Time to Kill; An idiot's guide to Buddhism; The St. Algier's Motel Incident by John Hershey.And lastly, Dr. Seuss.

My Blog

Just wanted to share

I came across this awhile back and wanted to share it. Remember the five simple rules to be happy:1. Free your heart of hatred2. Free your mind of worries3. Live simply4. ...
Posted by Jon on Fri, 02 Jun 2006 05:54:00 PST