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Erik Michael

Life is what happens to you while you're busy making other plans.

About Me

I'm a pretty laid back kinda guy,I think my family and friends will all vouch for me. I'll bend over backward for anyone and anything if it's worth while, and deny nothing that I can possibly provide anyone. I'm dedicated to every aspect of my life. I strive for the finer things in life but know it won't be handed to me on a silver platter (thanks Pop for instilling those values in me) My family is the most important part of my life, and my friends a close second. I'm happily married for over 5 years to my wife Kim. I am very blessed to have her. We are counter opposites on so many things, but our differences compliment each other. Nothing like having a walking dream come true I guess. We have a beautiful house that we sink our blood, sweat, tears, and money into so that we can create a home. It's my pride and joy. We have a dog named Kodiak- a black lab with a 1 year old mentality. I don't have kids yet but my dog jumps in my arms whenever I come home like a child. I work as a Project Manager for an audio/visual/multimedia integrator out of Elgin, IL. I'm very happy with my career but continue to look for that next stepping stone to advance. All and all, can life be better?...sure...but you won't hear any complaints out of me. I'm blessed with what I have and with whom I get to share it with.Anything else, Ask me. Don't be shy!!
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My Interests

To name a few: Yardwork- yeah I said it. I love working in the yard. Working on my home, watching a good movie, playing golf, playing non-trivia boardgames, cornhole, anything that has to do with my family and friends. This list can go on and on and on and on....

I'd like to meet:

Anyone I know, have known- bring 'em all on. I'd love to hear from you.There are a small select few however that have been cut out of my life over the years. Lets Keep It THAT WAY. I wish you health and happiness but I've come too far to look back.

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Music:

I was brought up on Classic Rock. I listened to my dads old 8 Tracks and Records and it continues to rub off on me to this day. I dig any music that I can picture hangin out in my front yard with a cold beer in my hand with good friends and family. I'm an avid listener of 97.1 FM the Drive, Real Oldied 94.7, 95.9 The River, 104.3 Jack FM (All Chicago Radio Stations). I catch Eric & Kathy on the mix in the morning from time to time. I have Sirius Radio in my car, so when listening to that, I'll have the Top 20 on, 90's Shuffle, Sinatra's Station, Blue Collar Comedy.SPECIFIC BANDS: OAR, DMB, Van Morrison, Stevie Wonder, Rascals, Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band, Led Zepplin, Phish, Queen, Crosby Stills & Nash, CCR, Rolling Stones, Simon & Garfunkel, Billy Joel, Anything "Rat Pack"- Deno, Smoky the Bear, Frank Sinatra, Train, just to name a few. I appreciate the old and dig the new.

Movies:

"The Natural" "Garden State" "Jerry McGuire" "One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest" "Lethal Weapon 1-4" "Passion" DISNEY: LADY & THE TRAMP AND ROBYN HOOD "Office Space" "Pay it Forward" "Casino" "Good Fellas" "As Good as it Gets" "Shrek" "Scream" (all of them) "Bronx Tale" "Any Given Sunday" "Happy Gilmore" "Tin Cup" "National Lampoons Vacation, Christmas Vacation, European Vacation, Vegas Vacation." I love the Griswalds. 40 YEAR OLD VIRGIN, Bull Durham, Godfather, Old School, For the Love of the Game, Major League I & II, Break Up, Wedding Crashers, Full Metal Jacket, Happy Feet, Shrek,

Television:

"Sopranos" "Band of Brothers" Series "Studio 60" "How I Met your Mother" "Scrubs" " Friends" "The Loop"TV is really a hit or miss with me. A lot of good shows that I watched all the time (Cosby Show, Friends, Cheers etc) are all gone now. I have yet to see a solid replacement for these other than the Soprano's. I can watch that any day of the week over and over again. You may catch me watching Dancing with the Stars but thats because nothing else is remotely intriguing to me.

Books:

Not much of a reader. But not for lack of trying. I can't keep my attention when reading. I'm a Chicago Tribune guy- Auto, Business, and Real estate sections primairly.

Heroes:

Anyone who has impacted my life for the better. Specifically: My mother. My GOD the stuff she's put up with over the years. She's always done right by me, and it took me many years to understand and appreciate how deep her love for her children goes. I only hope to be just like her.

My Blog

Are you a True Bears Fan?

In lights of this years Chicago Bears Season, I like many die hard fans, have been glued to the TV each weekend.  I watch with a fierce and competitive edge with all the pride a person can have f...
Posted by Erik Michael on Wed, 01 Nov 2006 06:41:00 PST

Everyone Has One....

TELL ME ABOUT YOURSELF - The SurveyName:Erik Michael SoverBirthday:August 14thBirthplace:Winfield, IllinoisCurrent Location:North Aurora, IL Eye Color:HazelHair Color:Dirty BlondeHeight:5' 11"Right Ha...
Posted by Erik Michael on Sun, 30 Apr 2006 08:29:00 PST

Before the Song is over

Have you ever watched kids On a merry-go-round? Or listened to the rain Slapping on the ground? Ever followed a butterfly's erratic flight? Or gazed at the sun into the fading night? > > > > > > >>> Y...
Posted by Erik Michael on Wed, 26 Apr 2006 10:54:00 PST

Everybody, Somebody, Anybody, No body

This is the story about four people Their names everybody, somebody, anybody and nobody. There was a very important job to be done And Everybody was asked to do it. Everybody was sure Sombody would do...
Posted by Erik Michael on Tue, 25 Apr 2006 10:45:00 PST

What a way to Explain It....

DEATH~ WHAT A WONDERFUL WAY TO EXPLAIN IT!!!!! A sick man turned to his doctor, as he was preparing to leave the examination room and said, "Doctor, I am afraid to die. Tell me what lies on the o...
Posted by Erik Michael on Tue, 25 Apr 2006 10:05:00 PST