1. I've been married for 10yrs coming up on 11yrs come this August. Where does the time go. Always knows she was the one, regardless to what others said.
2. I have 4 beautiful children (lil terrorists). Now some of you who really know me, know I've always wanted a basketball squad. So, I guess I need at least one for the thumb. I've got championship caliber children.
3. I was diagnosed with Lupus SLE in May 2005. So, I'm one of the very few men in the US that has it. I was close to death, but the Lord had other plans for me.
4. I'm so thankful for all the folks God has put in my path over the years. The lessons learned from them are priceless.
5. I really miss coaching at St. Matthews this year so much so I started going to games, but just being there was too hard. Shout out to Cody, Anthony, PJ, Andrew, Josh, Jonah, and Justin. I'll be there for the tournament. My proudest moment as a coach was after to losing the championship to Detroit Urban was in the locker room when Matt Lee spoke up. He simply was the heart of the team and example to the guys coming up the next year. Makes me proud and teary eyed just thinking about it.
6. I'm moving to Saint Louis, MO in June. Wow, I wonder what is down there?
7. That I'm a better listen than anyone will ever know... Be careful what you say if I'm in the room. :)
8. In June will be the first time I will be by myself with no wife and kids until July. I'm so used to noise and distractions I may go crazy.
9. I regret not seeing my godson Seth more over the years. I suck.
10. Got to play college basketball and church league basketball.
11. Miss spending time with my big brother. Man, we both just got so busy.
12. I was brought to tears when I watched my sister graduate from high school and college. So, proud of the strong black woman she has become. Same goes for Danielle on both accounts. I never doubted you for a second.
13. I more like my dad and mom than anyone will ever know.
14. I still think Jerrilynn and I should start that advice website. So says Nigerian Thunder
15. Wonders where all the guys from Men's Saturday basketball @ St. Luke's in Ann Arbor are doing now.
16. I actually know SuperDuty doesn't stand for a Ford line of trucks, but one woman's strong faith in God. Even if she doesn't.
17. The pleasure it has been to serve my congregation as Chairman, Vice-Chairman, and Elder.
18. Thinks Scott Catallo without a doubt has perfect timing when someone needs that pick me up call.
19. Knows what I'll be doing in five years, but doesn't know where.
20. Misses seeing the Stringers every Monday night and hanging out with his Lifetime family. (Natalie, Sarah, Mike, and Teri)
21. Cherishes his Bible Study groups and game night friends.
22. Thinks his in-laws are the most retarded, misguided, loyal, funny, good hearted, and strong minded in laws in the world.
23. Knows Danielle was his second chance at being a big brother when someone needed it.
24. Thinks Jerrilynn-Linda-Leah day needs to abolished and Jeremy-Eric-Mike founded. :)
25. Is pretty sure that on the last Sunday at CTGS he won't be able to make it through the service.
Thursday, March 5, 2009
25 Random things about me
Even Longer Pause and Sigh....
1. WERE YOU NAMED AFTER ANYONE? A book my mom was reading named "Eric" during her pregnancy
2. WHEN WAS THE LAST TIME YOU CRIED? When I was accepted Seminary
3. DO YOU LIKE YOUR HANDWRITING? I guess it can be on the girlish side unless it only requires my signature.
4. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE LUNCH MEAT? roast beef
5. DO YOU HAVE KIDS? Only during the day and when my wife is not around. :)
6. IF YOU WERE ANOTHER PERSON, WOULD YOU BE FRIENDS WITH YOU If I was smart I would :)
7. DO YOU USE SARCASM? I have no idea what you're talking about.
8. DO YOU STILL HAVE YOUR TONSILS? Unless someone removed them without my knowing.
9. WOULD YOU BUNGEE JUMP? Seriously... If God wanted me to fly he would have created me with wings.
10. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE CEREAL? I don't eat cereal.
11. DO YOU UNTIE YOUR SHOES WHEN YOU TAKE THEM OFF? Depends
13. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE ICE CREAM? Oreo Blizzard
14. WHAT IS THE FIRST THING YOU NOTICE ABOUT PEOPLE? The confidence in their stature, firmness of hand shake, and eye contact.
15. RED OR PINK? BLACK
16. WHAT IS YOUR LEAST FAVORITE THING ABOUT YOURSELF? Often misunderstood...
17. WHO DO YOU MISS THE MOST? Those with more knowledge and life experience than me.
18. DO YOU WANT EVERYONE TO COMPLETE THIS LIST? Doesn't matter...
19. WHAT COLOR PANTS AND SHOES ARE YOU WEARING? I'm not :0
21. WHAT ARE YOU LISTENING TO RIGHT NOW? Jonathan and Hailey. Jonathan is trying to convince Hailey to stand still in 007 Bond on the N64 while he tries to kill her. Classic
22. IF YOU WERE A CRAYON, WHAT COLOR WOULD YOU BE? Black
23. FAVORITE SMELLS? Apple pie or Coffee cake at my Grandma's house
24. WHO WAS THE LAST PERSON YOU TALKED TO ON THE PHONE? A local Pastor
25. DO YOU LIKE THE PERSON WHO SENT THIS TO YOU? Oh course, Matt is a good friend, former boss, and fellow Christian. Or paths have crossed through our lives two times and now we are about to embark on three and four. For those of you out of loop. (Concordia University, ICNet, Seminary, and Mission Field)
26. FAVORITE SPORTS TO WATCH? Basketball, Football, and UFC
27. HAIR COLOR? Black (I'm starting to see a trend)
28. EYE COLOR? Brown
29. DO YOU WEAR CONTACTS? Occasionally
30. FAVORITE FOOD? Chicken Wings & Ribs, but really MEAT
31. SCARY MOVIES OR HAPPY ENDINGS? Comedy
32. LAST MOVIE YOU WATCHED? Fireproof & Facing the Giants - Simply Awesome
33. WHAT COLOR SHIRT ARE YOU WEARING? Black - told you it was a trend
34. Summer or Winter? Both - I'm not of fan of Spring and Fall
35. HUGS OR KISSES? uh... Define more clearly before I get myself in trouble.
37. MOST LIKELY TO RESPOND? Facebook account holders
38. LEAST LIKELY TO RESPOND? Someone who doesn't have a facebook account
39. WHAT BOOK ARE YOU READING NOW? Church and Ministry
40. WHAT IS ON YOUR MOUSE PAD? What's that? Is that like a VHS tape?
41. WHAT DID YOU WATCH ON TV LAST NIGHT? Private Practice and Grey's Anatomy with the wife.
42. FAVORITE SOUND(S). the sound of nothing...
43. ROLLING STONES OR BEATLES? Neither
44. WHAT IS THE FARTHEST YOU HAVE BEEN FROM HOME? Corvallis, CO and Miami, Florida
45. DO YOU HAVE A SPECIAL TALENT? quick wit... used for good and bad
46 WHERE WERE U BORN? Cleveland, OH - Cleveland Rocks
47. WHOSE ANSWERS ARE YOU LOOKING FORWARD TO GETTING BACK? Anyone who wastes the time to respond. :) 48. HOW DID YOU MEET YOUR SPOUSE/SIGNIFICANT OTHER? Sitting by her bedside in my shift when she was sick as a freshman at Concordia. Tell you about the best pickup line of all time later.
15 Years Ago
****15 YEARS AGO (1994)****
HOW MUCH HAVE YOU CHANGED IN 15 YEARS?
1) How old were you? 18
2) Who were you dating? Michelle Greene
3) Where did you work? Mr... Hero
4) Where did you live? Cleveland with parents and then Timmy Dorm @ Concordia University (then College)
5) Where did you hang out? various rooms/dorms and Cardinal's Nest
6) Did you wear contacts and/or glasses? Both
7) How many piercings did you have? none
8) What kind of car did you drive? none, poor college student
9) Had you been to a real party? A few
10) Had you had your heart broken? several
11) Were you Single/taken/Married/Divorced? single
12) Any Kids? No
**** 10 years ago 1999
1) How old were you? 23
2) Who were you dating? No one :) See Number 9
3) Where did you work? ICNet, Inc.
4) Where did you live? Ypsilanti - Evergreen Pointe apartments
5) Where did you hang out? Andy & Michelle's apartment, John's apartment, and Concordia gym.
6) Did you wear contacts and/or glasses? both
7) How many piercings did you have? 1 the correct ear
8) Had your heart broken? Not anymore :)
9) Were you Single/Taken/Married/Divorced? Married
10)Any Kids? No.
11)What kind of car did you have? Pontiac Grand Am, Mazda Pickup
****TODAY (2009)****
1) Age? 33
2) Where do you work? Verizon Business from my home office
3) Where do you live? Livonia
4) Do you talk to your old friends? Surprising I keep up with a lot of folks. Even more now that facebook is available.
5) How many piercings do you have? none
6) What kind of car do you have? Dodge Ram 2500 Quad-Cab 4x4 (aka Big Fruck)
7) Had your heart been broken? Yes, but only due to the loss of loved ones.
8) How many kids? 4 3 girls, 1 boy
9) Are you Single/Taken/Married/Divorce? Married.
