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Dale

I Like To Pay Close Attention To The Things I'll Forget Later...

About Me

I'm a total geek at heart and will do just about anything for a laugh, especially if it's at my expense! The darker side of me loves to find and explore old cemetaries and just take it all in. Some might call it "morbid." I call it "finding myself." I believe I'm incapable of feeling lonely and I'm often alone. Am I cynical? Nah. I'm a fuckin' realist. Simple things, yet not usually simple people keep me entertained...This profile was edited with MySpace Profile Editor MySpace Profile Editor

My Interests

I could ramble on and on about my love for writing, but I'll save it for those who are interested in contacting me. For here and now I'll say my main interest is music!!!! I collect CDs and Vinyl in particular. I also collect DVDs! Not to sound incredibly anal, but I insist on organization. My music and movies are all saved to disc on catalog to better keep up with what I have...

I'd like to meet:

I'd like to meet people who are "real." I'm not into "facades" and internet created "personas." I've also got no love for people who are "clingy." I'm a "need my space" kinda guy and I have nothing but understanding for other like minded people. I guess in a nutshell, originality is key and all "generics" fall by the wayside. Also, "ignorance" is never bliss and women who pluck out all their eyebrows just to paint new ones on really creep me out.Click here to get Codes/Tweaks for your MySpace! - Be Unique!

Music:

Ever notice how the scraggly shits who work in music stores seem to feel they have all the inside info on bands? It's as if they think that just because they SELL the music, they are obligated to know who's best. They should be told that just because they're selling this music it doesn't make them any closer to the band. That being said, I love rock, metal and many other genres. I've NO INTEREST for NU-METAL! Let's face it, NU-METAL is coporate music performed by poseurs who just happen to fit the suit a la Greg Brady's 'Johnny Bravo.' My consistent faves are Van Halen (WITH DLR of course), Motley Crue, Aerosmith (preferably the 70s era..they were more creative when they weren't "clean & sober"), Metallica (early), AC/DC (Bon Scott era) and other 80s &; 90s rock (as long as it's NOT Nu-Metal!) and of course The Beatles (I'm a writer, so John Lennon to me is the definitive wordsmith)... I'm also a sucker for 70s pop. My music collection is always expanding. Recently, I was re-introduced to Foo Fighters and have bought their entire album collection, as well have just seen them perform live in Pensacola, FL. They are now a top fave of mine.

Movies:

I'm definitely into horror movies that rely more on dark images and even darker mood as opposed to gore. The original "Halloween" moved me like no other film. John Carpenter was brilliant in his direction and his use of the soundtrack was amazing. "The Amityville Horror" and things dealing with the paranormal also get my attention. I also love comedies like "Fast Times At Ridgemont High"..."Dazed &; Confused" and "Office Space." 80s teen flicks also rate high. Though I DESPISE romantic comedies and 'chick flicks'!!! Guess that means I find nothing more 'contrived' than Julia Roberts and other like minded actresses who reprise the same role in every movie just to collect a paycheck. Jesus, challenge yourself, bitches! Kevin Smith movies and any other films with great dialogue also have massive appeal! Actor Crispin Glover is a criminally underrated talent! Off the wall faves like David Lynch's "Wild At Heart" intrigue me. You really can't beat eccentric characterization, like Willem Dafoe's portrayal of Bobby Peru in this movie. Lynch is never afraid to go the extra miles to expand horizons with his direction. HIGHLY recommended! Don't forget, Porn CAN be HEALTHY! :-)

Television:

"The Office" is hands down THE BEST sitcom on television these days, followed by "Scrubs" and "My Name Is Earl." Usually, I prefer older sitcoms like "Seinfeld" and such. "Freaks &; Geeks" was a criminally underrated show a few years back. Thank God they released it on DVD! I really don't watch many of the new shows that currently pollute the airwaves. I am however, an avid viewer of Court TV shows like "Forensic Files" and "The System." I also love shows on HBO like "Autopsy," and any of the other America Undercover Documentaries.

Books:

Being an aspiring writer, I tend to gravitate more towards non-fiction writings and True Crime books in particular. It's interesting to know what goes through the minds of criminals. I recommend: "High Hopes: The Amityville Murders." It's an excellent read!

Heroes:

The guy who brings me my water and my scarves...His name is Charlie Hodge.

My Blog

Means To My End

So today on my usual morning quest before work, I set out to purchase my 44 oz "The Big Chill" cup filled to the rim with a Fountain Diet Coke.  This journey is often not without mishaps and misg...
Posted by Dale on Wed, 09 Jul 2008 12:07:00 PST

The Harvest Is The Heartest

Alone I stand beneath this painted sky of gray and blue with the absence of white.  I refer back to the times I spoke and you heard and how we could have a conversation without even uttering...
Posted by Dale on Thu, 12 Jun 2008 02:59:00 PST

Ripped Off? Or Just Plain Ripped?

It was 7:45 a.m. and the man wearing the baseball cap set his twelve pack of Budweiser on the counter.  I stood clutching my 44 oz. "The Big Chill" cup filled to the rim with a fountain Diet Coke...
Posted by Dale on Sat, 31 May 2008 04:01:00 PST

Choppy Mental Seize Clarity

Another self inflicted thought process brought upon by my own weary mind has led me astray this time.  I feel panicked.  I feel odd and yet seemingly unaffected.  I don't mind where I'm...
Posted by Dale on Wed, 28 May 2008 12:16:00 PST

Distance Of You And Me

Alone, I am in this empty space...At least I know I can call it my own hiding place...Please know that it's not that I am spiraling down...I can always find myself lost and just as easily found...Betw...
Posted by Dale on Mon, 28 Apr 2008 12:09:00 PST

Analyzing The Reflection Of Self Inquisition

Another day and although I am beginning to feel like myself again, I can't seem to make eye contact with the person in the mirror.  I know and understand this considerate soul and the things he's...
Posted by Dale on Tue, 22 Apr 2008 12:05:00 PST

Hell Hath No Fury Like A Supervisor Scorned

Those who hear or read my words on a regular basis know that I am currently assisting another department where I work.  I was originally volunteered by my Supervisor without my consent in July of...
Posted by Dale on Fri, 18 Apr 2008 06:39:00 PST

B-B-B-Bennie

1973.  Headphones clasped in hands and I heard the voice.   I was young and small and I loved the way it moved me and I played it over and over again.  You helped me escape.  ...
Posted by Dale on Sun, 13 Apr 2008 06:37:00 PST

Only In The Light Of Night

So I’m home for lunch and I’m sitting here listening to the wind rattle my cage (literally not figuratively).  The sound is intense and rumor has it we are in for quite a storm t...
Posted by Dale on Fri, 04 Apr 2008 12:52:00 PST

A Shore Thing

Alone in my room, the sound of the fan reminds me of waves on the beach and I’m there with you.    We’re hand in hand with our toes in the sand and though my eyes swell&nbs...
Posted by Dale on Sat, 29 Mar 2008 02:05:00 PST