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Patty

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I'm fun-loving, intelligent, and an occassional smart ass. I have a great group of friends, that are more like family; I can count on them through thick and thin and they can count on me! I'm big on loyalty. I relish in laughter and find smile lines to be the mark of genuine beauty. I like to try new things as often as possible, whether a new restaurant, new food, new hobby, new movie, new wine, whatever.
Traveling is an ABSOLUTE MUST for me! I'll take weekend jaunts and overnighters anytime; but I really live to visit foreign countries. It's about exposing oneself to other cultures, people, places... absorbing all life's treasures. I've been around the world several times over the years & visited a good portion of the countries in it. However, there are still many I have not yet seen & experienced, but they're on my list of to-dos! I lived in Europe for a year as a college student. That's when I learned to speak Italian. I used to be fluent; but sadly, now I am not.
I like to do outdoorsy things like bicycle on the strand, hike along the trails in the Santa Monica Mountains, sail, snorkel, scuba, and snow ski. I enjoy watching sunrises and sunsets, driving along PCH, curling up with a good book, or lounging around with a cocktail & a good view of something or someone (smiles).
I am also happy entertaining in my home, cooking for/with friends and family, attending parties and special events, the Hollywood Bowl, museums, the theatre and sports events. The occasional night bar-hopping & dancing can be fun, it all depends on the company.
TV faves are Alias, The West Wing, CSI, Law & Order, the news, and the Sunday morning political-talkies lineup!
Sometimes I volunteer my time to the American Red Cross, on political campaigns, and for community improvement stuff.
Oh and I can't leave out USC football...I love it! Fight On!

My Interests



"People are like stained-glass windows. They sparkle and shine when the sun is out, but when the darkness sets in their true beauty is revealed only if there is a light from within."
--Elisabeth Kubler-Ross


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I'd like to meet:

new friends, maybe more... I like to be around fun, witty, creative, ambitious, and intelligent people... people who are thinkers, open to learning new things and patient enough to teach. Those who challenge my beliefs but respect my own. People who appreciate other cultures and want to make a contribution to society, in some way. Those with integrity and strong values. Spontaneous, adventure-seekers, who live life to the fullest! And those who DO NOT do drugs!

Which Tarot Card Are You?
You are the Sun card. The light of the Sun reveals all. The Sun is joyful and bright, without fear or reservation. The childish nature of the Sun allows you to play and feel free. Exploration can truly take place in the light of day when nothing is hidden. The Sun's rays fill you with energy so that you may live life to its fullest, milking pleasure out of each day. Such joy and energy can bring wealth and physical pleasure. To shine in the light of day is to have confidence, to soak up its rays is to feel the freedom of a child. Image from: Stevee Postman. http://www.stevee.com/
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What Greek Goddess are you?

You are Artemis!
You are like Aretmis, goddess of the moon, hunting and archery. You love any and all things wild and unclaimed, and that is how you are yourself. You are independent, you march to the beat of your own drum, and you allow no one to dictate how you will live but yourself. You like your freedom. This is why animals and nature often intrigue you.
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You Have A Type A- Personality
A-
You are one of the most balanced people around. Motivated and focused, you are good at getting what you want. You rule at success, but success doesn't rule you.When it's playtime, you really know how to kick back, whether it's hanging out with friends or doing something you love! You live life to the fullest - incorporating the best of both worlds Do You Have a Type A Personality?

Music:

I love a lot of music; although, somewhere along the way I stopped paying attention to band names. So much of my likes go unidentified. Here are some bands I can name that make my faves list:

U2 -- Sting -- The Police -- Depeche Mode -- Madonna -- No Doubt -- Seal -- Maroon 5 -- Keane -- RazorLight -- AC Newman -- Garbage -- John Mayer -- Jack Johnson -- George Michael -- INXS -- David Bowie -- Journey -- Marvin Gaye -- Al Green -- Gypsy Kings -- Santana -- Sublime -- Van Halen -- Aerosmith -- The Doors -- Bob Marley -- The Beatles -- The Beach Boys -- Elvis -- Frank Sinatra -- Ella Fitzgerald -- Cole Porter -- Irving Berlin -- Bach (Glenn Gould's rendition)
....but there's soooooo much more

Movies:

CLASSICS:
Casablanca -- Lawrence of Arabia -- All About Eve -- The Jackal -- The Great Gatsby -- My Fair Lady -- Three Days of the Condor -- The Sound of Music -- Desiree
DRAMA:
Casino -- Top Gun -- A Few Good Men -- Good Fellas -- Tombstone -- LA Confidential -- Glory -- Braveheart -- The Color Purple -- Winds of War (mini series) -- Gladiator -- Clear + Present Danger -- American History X -- The Truman Show -- Legends of the Fall -- Up Close + Personal -- Enigma -- Spy Game -- Pulp Fiction -- Saving Private Ryan -- Scarface -- JFK -- Dances with Wolves -- Stand By Me -- Once Were Warriors -- Silence of the Lambs -- The Shining
COMEDY:
So I Married an Axe Murderer -- Forrest Gump -- Better Off Dead -- Legally Blonde -- Shakespeare in Love -- Waking Ned Devine -- Bridget Jones Diary -- For Water Like Chocolate -- Wag the Dog -- Network -- Princess Bride -- Meet the Parents -- Moonstruck -- Moulin Rouge -- When Harry Met Sally -- Ever After -- Big Fish

Television:

Alias
The West Wing
Law & Order
24
CSI
NCIS
Sex & the City
The Daily Show with Jon Stewart

Books:

Geez, lots of books... faves are by Marcinko (I'd love to meet Demo Dick!), Clancy, Sheldon, Ludlum, Grisham, Martini....(more but at a loss for memory, right now). I like non-fiction: bios, memoirs, military, history, true crime, mystery, and legal-based stories. I loved Dan Brown's Da Vinci Code (I'm also a big art history lover); but Angels & Demons didn't strike the same chord. Although, I still enjoyed the read. I've been known to pick up a Harry Potter book & read it with pure enjoyment, and the occassional trashy novel too. (smiles). Right now, I'm reading "The Power of Now" & "A Man Called Intrepid". My next book will be "April 1865: The Month That Saved America"... I can't wait.

Heroes:

American Soldiers (inclusive of all the branches of the military). They sacrifice their creature comforts, their personal rights for the greater good, and sometimes their own lives for the defense of this country to stand up for wrongs around the world and make them right, so it is safer for Americans, so American interests are protected and preserved. And as a result make the world a better place. They are selfless in their determination, banding as brothers, taking care of one another. They are skilled warriors, proud to serve this country, embodying the American spirit of courage and dedication. They deserve more than our thanks, but never ask for it.
Also, people who inspire others to be and do their best.
You Belong in Paris
You enjoy all that life has to offer, and you can appreciate the fine tastes and sites of Paris.
You're the perfect person to wander the streets of Paris aimlessly, enjoying architecture and a crepe. What European City Do You Belong In?
Your Hidden Talent
Your natural talent is interpersonal relations and dealing with people.
You communicate well and are able to bring disparate groups together.
Your calming presence helps everything go more smoothly.
People crave your praise and complements. What's Your Hidden Talent?
You scored as nice
. wow. not many people are this nice. you listen and pay attention to what everyone says.

nice


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cool


70%

sexy


70%

snob


10%
r u nice, cool, or sexy?
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My Blog

FIGHT ON TROJANS!

Football season is almost here again!  I can hardly wait 'til SC's season starts! Who wants to go to Pac 10 home games and the Weekender with me?   Did you know this year's Weekender wi...
Posted by Patty on Fri, 11 Aug 2006 11:59:00 PST

"TEA" - HENRI MATISSE, OIL ON CANVAS, 1919

For those of you with an appreication for art & art history, I've decided to post information and interpretations I come across that might be of interest to you.  I got the following exc...
Posted by Patty on Thu, 06 Apr 2006 08:16:00 PST

ACCOUNTABLE CITIZENRY PART II

In a follow up to my previous blog, which I also sent via email to friends not on MySpace, I have decided to post an update, which will better clarify my thoughts and hopefully engage some MySpace fri...
Posted by Patty on Sat, 01 Apr 2006 01:16:00 PST

ACCOUNTABLE CITIZENRY

I am troubled by the role of American citizenry today, or rather, the public's perceived role in our system of government by the people and for the people.  I'd like to see some accountability f...
Posted by Patty on Mon, 27 Mar 2006 03:02:00 PST