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Richard in Tulsa

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About Me

When you add, or approve, a new MySpace friend, do you actually read the new friend's profile? If so then I welcome you to my profile and hope you'll find the following information both interesting and useful.

My Profile Song

I don't always have a profile song installed but when I do, it's almost always lyrically significant to me. If you listen to the words, you'll know something about my current state of mind.

As for the list below, it chronicles some of my feelings throughout these past couple of months. I guess the notion that I don't need just a couple of songs at a time to express my heart is a sign of ever-increasing emotional recovery so, hey, that's a good thing!


My Health

I'm fortunate to be healthy. After an unexpected diagnosis of high blood pressure about a year and a half ago, I went on medicine and began making changes in my lifestyle. By working on eating better than I had been, and incorporating exercise into my life, I feel much better than I did and lost some excess weight along the way.

I've found a comfortable balance between 'mostly sensible' and 'occasionally indulgent.' I also take a handful of nutritional supplements every day. I call it my 'fistful of prevention'.

Instant Messengers

I have screen names on the following IM services:Google TalkAIM (AOL)Yahoo!MSN/Microsoft MessengerICQIf you're one to chat, let me know and we'll exchange contact info.

Other sites I enjoy

In no particular order:

BeliefNet .com Inspiration. Spirituality. Faith.

Talking Heads

I'm intelligent, curious, open-minded and articulate. I'm also detail-oriented, analytical and I relish a feisty debate! ("detail-oriented' applies to my perceptions, i.e., the present; I'm more of a 'big picture' kind of thinker when it comes to imagination, i.e., the future).

On American Citizenship

You've only got one government: participate in it the way our Founding Fathers intended! The Declaration Of Independence and The Bill Of Rights aren't just historical documents, dear Reader; they are a political manifesto for how "We, The People" may know, and protect, our rights as free men and women.

I believe our government is dangerously close to circumventing the U.S. Constitution (i.e., the law of the land) by implementing martial law in response to a soon-to-occur catastrophic event. If that sounds paranoid to you then perhaps you've been too busy to notice what's going on all around you.

What is the North American Union?

Work, Work, Work

I've worked in the software-development field for nearly 20 years. Though my job sometimes changes from programmer to analyst to designer to quality-assurance tester to technical writer to trainer to consultant and back again, the one 'constant' in all that time is software. I thoroughly enjoy the software development process and, by implication, working (and playing) on computers -- especially on the Internet. The Internet is the ultimate playground for a curious mind and I practically live there when I'm home.

Before that I served in the U.S. Navy. I was stationed on a destroyer where I operated and maintained the ship's missile-systems computers and radar. I also served as an armed Security Team member, responsible for protecting the ship from hostile personnel invasions and/or sabotage.

Spiritual vs. Religious

Spiritually speaking, my 'statement of faith' consists of one declaration: "I believe there is an intelligence behind our existence." I'm very open to discuss this with anyone who cares about such things (fiesty debate lover, remember? ;)

My Sensitive Side

In spite of all that 'geeky' stuff, I'm also sensitive, compassionate and fully in touch with my emotions.

I'm a capable and passionate communicator who cares about people and their struggles, and who tries to help them see alternatives and possibilities wherever they may exist.

I'm a proud father of 3 amazing daughters. While I don't get to see them nearly as often as I'd like, I do get to talk to them occasionally and I'm so very, very proud of the way they're growing up. Each one is a unique personality with her own set of talents, strengths and vulnerabilities and I have never loved anyone as deeply or as committedly as I love them.

Recent Pain

(This section has served its purpose and will soon be removed entirely; hooray for the process of emotional healing and recovery, and especially for the friends who make such a thing possible – THANK YOU, FRIENDS, FOR ALL YOUR LOVE AND SUPPORT OVER THESE PAST FEW MONTHS)

I'm fresh out of a serious, long-term relationship that had progressed through engagement before it ended. Yes, I'm devastated, heart-broken and in the painful process of rediscovering myself and recovering my sanity. For those of you who knew her, don't be hatin' to me or I'll un-friend you faster than you can blink. Thank you for respecting my boundaries in this matter.

In March 2007 I moved from Maryland to Tulsa, Oklahoma in order to get a fresh start at life. It's too soon for me to be interested in another relationship right now so for those of you who may be inclined in this direction: friends only, please.

Why do I wear my heart on my sleeve? I dunno... guess it's all part of my self-discovery. This has always been my way: in touch with my emotions and willing to be transparent (vulnerable) with friends.

Speaking of friends, what a convenient segway into the next section...

My Interests

Self Actualization, Neuro Linguistic Programming, NLP, Neuro Semantics, Self Hypnosis, Hypnosis, Structured Analysis, Critical Thinking, Communication, Integral Psychology, Declaration of Human Rights, Declaration of Independence, Bill of Rights, Constitution, Governmental Reform, Political Reform, Virtual Cantons, Anarchy, Autonomy, Privacy, Activism, Spirituality, Holism, Magick, ESP, Tarot, Intuition, Meditation, Visualization, Feng Shui, Yoga, Exercise, Nutrition.

I'd like to meet:

Coming soon

Music:

Nickelback, Linkin Park, Staind, Fuel, Daughtry, Saliva, Alice in Chains, Christina Aguilera, Rascal Flatts, Dixie Chicks, John Michael Montgomery, Carrie Underwood, Lonestar, Green Day, Santana, Rob Thomas, Gerry Rafferty, Air Supply, Tom Petty, J Geils Band, Eddie Money, Rick Springfield, Madonna, Avril LaVigne, Toto, Yes, Cat Stevens, Eric Clapton, REO Speedwagon, Richard Marx, Phil Collins, Hall and Oates, Boston, Foreigner, Kansas, Styx, George Thorogood, Bachman Turner Overdrive, BTO, Allman Brothers Band, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Kenny Loggins, Joe Walsh, Steely Dan, Heart, Van Halen, Bon Jovi, Sheryl Crow, Sarah McLachlan, Jim Brickman, Josh Groban, Ewan MacGregor, Deb Leppard, Scorpions, John Cougar Mellencamp, Bob Seger, Rush, Billy Joel, Boney James, Bread, Journey, Enya, Zero 7, Atlanta Rhythm Section, England Dan and John Ford Coley, Ambrosia, Poco, Firefall, James Taylor, Jim Croce, Seals and Crofts, Stephen Bishop, John Waite, 10CC, 10 CC, Electric Light Orchestry, ELO, Steve Miller, Gary Wright, (more to come).

Movies:

An Inconvenient Truth, Apocalypse Now, Black Hawk Down, Braveheart, Collateral, Crash, Face Off, Gladiator, Lord of the Rings, Minority Report, Mission Impossible, The Matrix, The Jackal, The Game, The Saint, The Last Samurai, The Cave, The Princess Bride, V for Vendetta

Television:

Coming soon.

Books:

Coming soon.

Heroes:

Coming soon.

My Blog

All about me (quiz/test results)

      Your Score: The High Priestess      You scored 38 change, 55 wellbeing, 78 wisdom,  and 73 truth        ...
Posted by Richard in Tulsa on Fri, 27 Apr 2007 09:59:00 PST

My Celebrity Look-Alikes

Ok, they ask for a full-frontal face picture with a normal expression.  That's not exactly a person's most flattering angle but I can be compliant for the purpose of entertainment.  This pic...
Posted by Richard in Tulsa on Tue, 29 May 2007 03:10:00 PST

Life Lesson: the power of goodbye

(this was originally posted 10 Feb. 2007;it's once again a fresh, relevant expression of my heart)The Power Of Goodbyea song by Madonna Your heart is not open so I must goThe spell has been b...
Posted by Richard in Tulsa on Sat, 10 Feb 2007 10:03:00 PST

Awesome break-up advice (19 May '07)

Thanks to my friend, Tangee, for sharing this with me.  Wish I'd seen this months ago: ...
Posted by Richard in Tulsa on Sun, 20 May 2007 05:59:00 PST

Think of a number between 12,262 and 111,110...

Who Makes It Happen?You do!  So please take the next 7 minutes and pay close attention (turn your sound on if it isn't already)This could be your future in as little as 10 weeks: If you'...
Posted by Richard in Tulsa on Tue, 15 May 2007 01:00:00 PST

ATM card scam -- BEWARE!!

It doesn't get much slicker than this, folks.  If you use your ATM card without giving it a second thought, now's the time to give it some serious consideration: ...
Posted by Richard in Tulsa on Mon, 14 May 2007 07:24:00 PST

How I protect my PC from malware...

I've been very fortunate never to have been infected by a virus, spyware, adware, etc.A few times my PC's defense system has intercepted attempts at infection and though it hasn't happened very often,...
Posted by Richard in Tulsa on Mon, 14 May 2007 07:07:00 PST

Do you have a Mind Movie?

Your Mind-MovieThe guy in this video will end it with an invitation to visit his site, where he'll present an opportunity for you to BUY his help with making your Mind Movie. I have NO financial assoc...
Posted by Richard in Tulsa on Fri, 11 May 2007 12:44:00 PST

The Money Masters - How International Bankers Gained Control of America

This video contains critically important insights into, and behind, something so fundamental to the average American's existence: the role of money.Well worth the time for those of you who may be inte...
Posted by Richard in Tulsa on Fri, 11 May 2007 12:26:00 PST

I'm as mad as hell, and I'm not gonna take it anymore!

No doubt you're here out of familiarity, curiosity or by reference from a friend. Regardless, let's make some MySpace history!If you're "mad as hell" and you've resolved to not "take it anymore" then ...
Posted by Richard in Tulsa on Fri, 11 May 2007 02:59:00 PST