Things that are soft on the outside and a little rough around the edges (smiles and batting eyelashes).
Fashion (design, photography, makeup artists, hair stylists, wardrobe stylists), photography (architectural, still life, scenic) art (classic to abstract), theatre, ballet, symphonies to rock concerts, science, history, astronomy, a nice hike on a cool Autumn day. Fall and Winter are my favorite seasons. Watching from my house as the dolphins jump through the waves (they get pretty close to shore) and hearing the seals out on the rock. Being out on the boat far off the coast where you can't hear a thing and just listening to the silence. Tantra Yoga and Hatha Yoga. I love to dance. I was a competitive dancer for many years so dance workouts are my prefered workouts such as belly dancing and hula. My youngest niece is an awesome competitive hula dancer.
I am Irish, German and French. Mostly Irish. I like to study Irelands history and have traced my families roots and origin of surname back to Ireland - County Meath. I've been learning the Irish Gaelic (Gaeilge) language (off and on). My word it is a difficult language to learn! Here is an easy example (don't sound it out... it sounds nothing like that) - a ghrá mo chroí
As you can see by my musical selections below, my tastes vary a great deal in music, as do my other interests. If it doesnt cause great bodily harm to someone.... I'm usually at least curious about it.
BTW - If you make it through all the text on this page kudos to you, your paying attention ;-)
Mentally stimulating, original, funny, creative people. Honest, open, loyal, trustworthy, honorable all of these qualities are a must for any situation. Must know how to laugh at yourself and see the bright and positive side of life. If you can make me laugh (which is actually a pretty easy thing to do.... I make myself laugh everyday) and can keep up with quick witty banter I'd like to talk to you. Other qualities are taking the time to get to know someone and you are not a pushy, arrogant, energy sucking, draining person. You are comfortable and adaptable to various social situations and know when it's time to play and when it's time to show class and elegance... then hello. People who are uncomplicated.... life can sometimes be complicated enough.... no "train wrecks" lol... and keep the baggage to a minimum. Your only allowed one or two carry-ons
In short - those beautiful people (inside and out) that can bring something new and different to this party I call life.... you never know who will drop by the party!!!!
I do try and choose my friends wisely and I do look at peoples pages before adding them. I also REGULARLY rotate my top friends list...some of your are permanent though. I am very supportive of my friends projects or companies, however, I do ask that you refrain from putting a lot of "ads" up in my comments section. They may stay there for a short time but I will remove them. In an effort to help you I may start something new on my page such as a friends highlight section where I will highlight certain friends and their business or project. This would be done as time allows. One more thing.... sometimes I'm better at answering comments then email....it's sometimes quicker for me.
Networking - Finding like minded people with whom I can network and share ideas and interests. If you know me and know what I do... I want to network with you.
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Hanging with my family.... around the pool.... around the piano.... around the food..... around the love. My life is very blessed. I added a few new photos of the Fall touches I've added to my house. Plus some other pictures that should go into my bottom house slides... but I just stuck them in here it was easier at the time.
My musical interests range from classic symphonies to classic rock and just about everything in between. Music that is passionate, moving and that speaks to you. Music that can express feelings or emotion for you when you can't find the right words or that maybe no words can express. Music that makes me want to jump up and dance! I love music and prefer music and a good book or magazine over sitting in front of a TV screen. Ever want to know what kind of mood I'm in - listen to what I'm listening to.
Pink - U & UR Hand - Such attitude... love it! This is for you too E!
Rogue Traders - Vodoo Child
Shania Twain - Up! I've been told that apparently this video (lyrics and her movements)reminds people of me. Yes, I like Shania Twain.... yes I know she's country.... get over it.
Paul Oakenfold - Faster Kill Pussycat
Ferry Corsten - Fire
Shape Shifters - Lola's Theme
Positive song. Describes my daily beliefs perfectly. Whitney Houston - Step By Step
I'm obviously on a Whitney Houston kick. Whitney Houston - I'm Every Woman
Evanescence - Call Me When You're Sober
Nickelback - Far Away
Alanis Morissette - Thank You. This song has a special meaning to me
Moulin Rouge (original and beautifully styled movie). Pride and Prejudice (The 2005 version with Keira Knightley) The Notebook (is this movie NOT on everyones list?) Goodfellas (Who doesnt like a good mafia movie?) Reservoir Dogs, A Few Good Men (classic Jack Nicholson speach "You want me on that wall. You need me on that wall") Office Space ("but that's my stapler... he took my stapler") Monty Python and the Holy Grail (everyone needs a "cow-tipult") Laura Croft and the Tomb Raider series ("This is where I start to have fun...") Seabiscuit (somehow I could relate to the horse - go figure) Galaxy Quest (laugh myself silly everytime I watch it) Pirates of the Caribbean (just to sit and watch Johnny Depp and Orlando Bloom N.T.M. Ted E & Terry R) Which leads into - Shrek (You guys should have won the Oscar for screenplay!!!) Mr. & Mrs. Smith (love the cool delivery of the banter) Be Cool (what a cast of characters) Forrest Gump ("From that day forward if I was going somewhere I was running") All Audrey Hepburn movies she had such beauty, grace and style. Roman Holiday is one of my favorite films. I could go on.... :-)
Sex and the City, Band of Brothers, In Living Color. Entourage, Weeds, HBO, Discovery Channel, Bravo, Travel Channel, VH-1 (yes), History Channel, Sci-Fi Channel etc... If it's regular TV it's got to be funny or interesting to make me sit infront of a box.
Due to the nature of my business, I read a lot of technical books and papers. Usually reading 2 or 3 books at one time. I try and sneak a mind numbing book or magazine in every so often. Right now I am getting caught up on some back issues of magazines - Vogue, Vanity Fair, Architecture Digest, Entrepreneur, W, Interview (I'm really behind). Love to just go browse the bookstores and see what topic or book catches my eye. One of my favorite books (simply for the title) is "The Treasury of White Trash Cooking".
Those that give freely of themselves and their time without any thought of getting something in return. That ability is truly a rare gift to give and to find.
I also give a special thank you and salute to the men and women and their families in the military. So many are so quick to judge these brave men and women for their actions. I say take a good long look at yourself first before judging someone who's shoes you have never had the courage to walk in.
Thank you to those that protect and serve us daily in the civilian world. The police (my father a former marine and retired police officer) and firefighters (my brother a firefighter) and the sacrifices of their families. Unless you've lived it, you'll probably never understand the heroic efforts of their everday lives.
I think everyone is a hero or mentor to someone at sometime in their life. There are everyday heros among us. You just have to pay more attention and look around you. A hero is not necessarily defined by strength or bravery but also by heart and intent.
My Mom and Dad married 52 years and still crazy in love with each other. They are really something to see together. Perfect examples of love and sacrafice and raised 5 kids to boot!