The followings listed are several things out of thousands of my interests/hobbies: 1. Cuddling with my beloved Thera...no question about that 2. Dismantling engines and electronic applications, particularly computers in order to form a comprehensive understanding of how the internal "machinery" operates (and how it processes inputs). 3. Driving large trucks (only in the Class C category), although for economical reasons I am presently driving a 2005 F-150 Regular Cab with a V6. 4. Learning new scentific facts from a miscellany of academic fields. 5. Employing my unassuming sign language skills with people who are much interested in learning the "visual" language (by the way, I prefer the expression 'Ameslan' to 'ASL,' even through both represent the same term: American Sign Language). 6. Reiterating my emphasis on the healthy ways of living (remember, you are what you eat, and you are what you "inject" into your body).Oh, and have I mentioned my perverted fascination with the biggest blunders (or intentional stunts) ever achieved by humankind? Hold on...before you go around and wag your finger at me and accuse me of reveling in the misfortunes of the others, I will only say that my heart goes out to those who are the victims of those accidents and in no ways do I direct my ridicule at them. Let those picture be a lesson to all...always proceed with caution and expect the worst to happen in each situation! I will also assert this sentiment: Woe to all who inflict harm upon, or even purport to harm, one another either directly or by under-handed means. Additionaly, who is extempt from falling for the attraction of being granted a eye-popping scene? Below are very, I mean, very few examples. Click on one of any picture to enlarge...As a bonus, I've uploaded a video clip of one of the most accident-prone section of the tunnel in Russian (exact location unknown). This was captured by a Russian tunnel traffic surveillance system. Wonder what type of asphalt they use to make it seem so slippery despite the sheltered condition, or perhaps the Firestone tire division re-located its headquarters to Russia?
Now, the next clip is incredulous. Why, not even a professional driver could accomplish this feat. Must have been the devil himself behind the wheel in haste to claim a soul offered by a very suitable client.
I'd like to meet:
Govern-ator Arnold Alois Schwarzenegger
Music:
Music...what music? From what I can observe, population in general listen to it, either affectedly or unaffectedly. They sway to the sound it produces, or they stand in a most languid manner while a nearby stereophony blares on the maximum level. There are a multitude of ways people can both physically and emotonally react to the flow of music into their ears. Music in certain ways can determine the make-up of a person internally (disposition) and even externally (action). It can effect inspiration, or encourage violence. To walk through asile(s) in a market overstocked with innumerable music CDs would serve as a futile example of the popularity of the music when compared to the infinite availability of music files which can easily be downloaded on a computer. I am one of those who are unable to appreciate those musicians' talents except to sense vibrations (which often serve to complement the sounds) transmitted from subwoofers and speakers as well. There are, of course, exceptions...if I were to place my ears within the blaring radius of a speaker, I could feel the throbbing sensation in my ear-drums and experience a minor case of "ringings" as an after-effect. Yes, I have come to respect a large majority of people who can be propelled along in doing something simply by inserting a CD into their CD player. I endure the loneliness whenever I am in the company of hearing people as they continue to keep their stereophonies on whether they are in a home or in a vehicle. The worst thing one could do is to try to trivialize their fondness of music in my presence and then upon my absence let their appetites for music loose. Hence, the only course I am obligated to take is to place myself in the company of those who share similar "affliction" as I have (deafness), or even of some hearing people who just happen to have other interests than music. This concludes my perspective on the most common word: music....
Movies:
1. Terminator (original and its two sequels) 2. Lemony Snicket's: A Series of Unfortunate Events 3. Rat Race 4. The Lord of the Rings Trilogy (uncut editions) 5. Stealth (always had a strong liking for aviation-thrillers).
Television:
Although it is not an every-day opportunity to sit back and enjoy certain television programs, I will list my favorities in the order from absolute idolization to average interest: 1. Simpsons (one of only three cartoons to secure my allegiance) 2. Family Guy 3. Sue Thomas-F.B.I. Eye (a "detective" show starring a deaf actorby the name of Deanne Bray, the show of which I can easily relate myself to). 4. Sponge Bob 5. Any other shows that are apt to keep me at the end of my seat and that will not quickly set me dozing with my head lolling about in a most ludiculous manner whilst salvia flows quite liberally from a corner of my lips.
Books:
If I were to list the titles of the books into which I could not help but bury my nose until I reach the last page, I would be forced to expend a considerable amount of my time in doing so. Hence, I will only list several of my top selections: 1. All books authored by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
2. Most mystery novels by Agatha Christie, particularly those "narrating" the investigations of her Hercule Poirot character.
3. The Darwin Awards
Heroes:
1. My beloved wife-to-be, Thera D. Gonis 2. Jesus (for his outstanding and exceedingly insightful analogies with both fortunate and unfortunate occurrences in our daily lives, even in present and future times) and the only person who would have had the innate and spiritual resources for a true world peace 3. Anyone who takes the effort to learn and practice sign language in order to communciate with the likes of myself 4. Arnold Schwarzenegger (our present governor)
5. My parents who have arduously, diligently, and patiently guided me towards a better lifestyle despite my unrelenting but confessed stubbornness...and 6. Angela Merkel (who recently acceded to the chancellorship of Germany) for bringing about a better relationship with Washington and for bringing smiles to the Germans' faces.
