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Joe

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About Me

Hmmmm....about me.... I'm not sure what to write. I have no kids but I do have 2 dogs (why don't they count as dependents on taxes?!?!). I tend to be pretty active all year around and with summer here, I will probably be gone either riding my bike (Harley or mountain, most likely the Harley), taking trips in my Triumph, playing with the dogs, hiking somewhere or doing some fly fishing. I SCUBA run a few miles 3-4 times a week and do work out, hence I am physically active. Staying fit is important, and should be to you if you want to keep up. I do it to try to keep up with my dad. I try to eat healthy, but it is hard to beat a good steak and wine. Sushi is also at the top of the list. I like a good single malt and have found what I think are some excellent Colorado wines. I travel a bit with my job and went to Hawaii 16 times last year (my travel has slowed significantly... thankfully). I was in the Air Force for 10 years, have been in the AF Reserve for 13.5 years and that is an important part of my life, especially being here at NORAD-USNORTHCOM. I am currently on extended active duty. I have also been a teacher and a firefighter/paramedic among other things. I am not materialistic, but I do believe it is cheaper to buy the good stuff the first time. I have to admit, I am a closet geek. I have degrees in chemistry, math and physics. My musical tastes are all over the place. I'm not a big fan of country or rap, but there are some good songs in both areas. I have an addiction to jazz on Sunday mornings when reading the paper. Proud to say that I have NO drama in my life. I have done far more and seen far more in my life than I could have ever imagined (both good and bad)....and I am not even close to done. What else should I put? What do you want to know?

My Interests

Lots to put here. Riding my Harley, playing with my dogs, skeet and sporting clays, working on and driving my Triumph, running in dog jogs, trying new resturants, day trips, fishing, hiking, going for bike rides (pedal), watching and playing rugby, SCUBA diving, watching the sun come up on Pikes Peak, a good single malt, good wines and micro-brews. There's more, but this is good enough for now.

I'd like to meet:

The right person for me. Someone who can hold an intelligent conversation and actually knows what is going on in the world. It seems the "Nice guys finish last" theory has a fair amount of truth to it and I keep hearing it from friends. Do looks help? Of course, but what good are looks if you can't put a complete thought together? I'm of the opinion that everyone is looking for someone (until they find them), some are just in denial. Doesn't everyone want to meet the right person for them?

Music:

I like jazz (The Rippingtons and Fourplay), New Age (Arkenstone and O'Hearn), Jimmy Buffett, and Rock (Stevie Nicks to Rob Zombie to Rammstien to Nickleback to Steely Dan) and yes, classical. Last but definately not least, Carmina Burana, which happens to be in my cd player in my truck.

Movies:

I like a good comedy. Scary movies are generally not scary. I can't get past the fact that it is just a movie. Why does the girl scream while running through the woods? If you are going camping where they keep finding bodies, bring a .45 for gods sake! I find scary movies more humorous than anything. There are only a couple things that scare me and they are not movies. What are they? Well, we would have to get to know each other pretty well before I will tell. I do like the old Frakenstein, Dracula and Abbott and Costello meet.... movies. Bela Lugosi movies are classics. I really like satires. Scary Movie 1-3, Airplane, Blazing Saddles, Loaded Weapon, etc. Action and sci-fi movies, too (hey, I am a guy). I saw "The Lives of Others" last night, it rates in the 10 best I have seen.

Television:

The Simpsons, Futurama, The Tick, South Park, House, most shows on OLN, MNF, hockey if the Red Wings are playing. Soap was, and still is, one of my favorites. There are others but truth be told, I really don't watch much tv.

Books:

Atlas Shrugged, Silent Spring, Still Life with Woodpecker (and most other books by Tom Robbins), The Neighborhood, Calvin and Hobbs, various chemistry and physics books. There are lots more....I wish I had more time to read. Update, right now I am reading about the influenza outbreak of 1918. If people only knew....

Heroes:

I don't want to list anyone for fear of forgetting someone and insulting them. On the other hand, I really don't have many and some may be insulted that they are not on the short list. I will however list my dog Chase. He was the greatest dog and never grew out of the puppy stage, even at over 12y/o. My dad is also like that so I have to list him (plus he is my dad). At 67, most 30 y/o's would have a hard time keeping up with him. I will say that I have no respect for anyone who would put ANYTHING before family.

My Blog

Just catching up....

AAAAHHHH!!!!  If someone passes me on the highway while talking on the phone, looks right at me, gets past me then starts crossing into my lane, I should be allowed to throw rocks at them!  ...
Posted by Joe on Mon, 19 Nov 2007 05:46:00 PST

What a weekend!

I had a GREAT weekend!  It all started Friday night when I met some friends down at SSJ's.  We caught up on some things and in general just had a great time.  Ended up staying out ...
Posted by Joe on Mon, 08 Oct 2007 03:43:00 PST

Nice day off

Things are going pretty good here, the projects I have been working on have taken some major steps forward and I am getting ready to tackle another big one. I took today off to run up to Denver to vis...
Posted by Joe on Thu, 04 Oct 2007 07:24:00 PST

last post

I have been quite surprised by the number of people who have contacted me regarding my last post.  I am not crushed by the events, it is more in the disappointment area.  I'm not taking it p...
Posted by Joe on Tue, 11 Sep 2007 03:57:00 PST

helping

Yesterday had a definate disappointment to it.  I have no problem helping others emotionally, finanically or physically with the belief that they will be there if I need something.  Yesterda...
Posted by Joe on Fri, 07 Sep 2007 07:03:00 PST

Sept already????

I can't believe it is September already!  It has been awhile, so here is an update.  No doubt I am skipping some things, but oh well. Sturgis was fun, hot, some rain and a great way to some ...
Posted by Joe on Thu, 06 Sep 2007 05:44:00 PST

little boys and dogs

I went to take my dogs swimming the other day but didn't quite make it.  I had to stop by to visit my hunting partner to see his new German Shorthair puppy.  The day before he went to Kansas...
Posted by Joe on Sat, 28 Jul 2007 04:03:00 PST

Just an update

It has been awhile since my last update, so here goes. Life has been busy! My writing for the SW Scooter News is going VERY well. Scooter News is a monthly publication that covers biker events here in...
Posted by Joe on Fri, 20 Jul 2007 03:47:00 PST

New bike!

It is now official, the old T-Sport of mine is gone. The bike I was rear ended on 2 weeks ago was declared totaled last Wed. Well, I needed a bike so on Thursday I started making some calls and found ...
Posted by Joe on Mon, 11 Jun 2007 12:39:00 PST

motorcycle accident

Well I am supposed to be at the Red River Rally.  However, instead I am at home.  I have my bike packed, and I am heading to an appointment before heading to the rally.  The light turns...
Posted by Joe on Sat, 26 May 2007 09:20:00 PST