Brandon Strohl

About me:

As the introduction implies, the name is Brandon. Certain people do call me Harry (it's one of those things where it's just so normal coming from certain people, while it just sounds weird coming from the mouths of others). My Mom originally wanted to name me Trent. Sometimes I think that I woulda ended up cooler than I am now had that been the case. My middle name is Quinton (passed down to me from my Dad and his Dad). I never used to like my middle name…but lately I’ve come to embrace it. I've given thought about changing my middle name to Danger or Trouble, but the novelty would soon wear off. As a boy, I am made of snake and snails and puppy dog tails. But I believe I have a little sugar and spice and everything nice in me too. I can be quiet and I can be loud, it all depends on which side of me I feel like giving you. I have trouble keeping my voice at a whisper.I try to keep an optimistic point of view, but I'm a closet pessimist. If I'm in a good mood, don't bring me down. I'm usually a passive person and at times I pretend things don't bother me. I've become quite good at it. I've been known to be a smart ass (on a side note, I've came to the conclusion that sass is just a shortened verstion of s(mart)ass). I'm in love with Sarah Chalke (Scrubs), Rachel Stevens (anyone still remember S Club 7) and Mallory Snyder (Real World: Paris). I don't expect you to know who they are so I gave you some hints, but feel free to Google them afterwards. I once had a crush on Jasmine from the movie Aladdin. Needless to say I've gotten over her. She never returned my calls (I know, not funny at all). Sometimes I tell lame jokes (see previous joke for evidence). Sometimes I wish I had trendy emo hair. I wish I were more artistic, I can draw a pretty mean stick figure though.My name's Brandon and I'm a Wikaholic. I tend to look up random things on a daily basis. I wish I was more thought provoking. Often times I wish I were more opinionated. I think "Dillydally" is a funny word. "Doddle" also makes me laugh inside. I have aspirations to write a novel. It's just one of many goals I've yet to accomplish thus far in my life. I'd like to go backpacking through Europe. Then I could tell the “When I was backpacking through Europe…” story. I've always wanted to slide down a fire pole (that is in no way, shape or form meant to taken in some kind of gay connotation). Since I kinda brought it up, I have no problem whatsoever with homosexuals. You're here. You're queer. I'm used to it. I've always wanted to run into a news agency and yell, "Stop the presses." I still enjoy popping bubble wrap. I tend to drive 65 mph when the speed limit is 55. But I tend to drive between 60 and 65 when the speed limit actually is 65. I hate it when people drive with one of their headlights out. I occasionally have little fits of road rage (nothing too serious, just the typical what the fuck where they thinking attitude). I constantly underestimate the length of a mile when driving. Sometimes I wish I were a dog. At least then my reasons for sticking my head out of a car window would be justified. I've grown to dislike the smell of ground cinnamon. I blame this on the massive amounts that have filled my nostrils ever since I started working in the bakery. I used to stock shelves during the time most people are sleeping. Now I’m considered a baker. Yeah, that one still boggles me too.I eat mashed potatoes with a fork. I used to put ketchup on mashed potatoes...sometimes I still do. People that put mustard on French Fries weird me out. I like Orange soda more than any other flavor of soda. I once drank some 2 year old 7UP, you can read about that in one of my blogs on here. I've always wanted to do the Pepsi Taste Test. I prefer Pepsi over Coke and would like to see if my taste buds and I are in agreement. I miss Ecto Cooler and Dunkaroos. Strawberry Milk is the best drink ever. If 2/3rds of the Earth were covered in Strawberry Milk, I'd be in heaven. I've given thought to becoming a vegan, but I like meat and dairy products too much. I know that Chicken of the Sea is tuna, not chicken. I think Chicken Noodle soup is by far one of the best soups, if not thee best. Tomato soup runs a close second. Crackers are optional. I've smoked a cigarette, I've smoked a cigar, I've smoked pot (shhh! that's a secret as I still do on occasion, rarely), but I've yet to figure out what the big deal is. I tend to have an addictive personality (this is why I don't really buy lottery tickets anymore). I'm currently have 7 tattoos, with more to follow. I do have AIM, my screen name is myDownfall1185 (that's also the tattoo on my right arm, sans the 1185 part). I feel awkward typing things like LOL and HAHA during online conversation. I like to use the trail off (...) when I type. I've never had pizza with anchovies (UPDATE: Yes I have, very salty, wouldn't recommend it) or pineapples. I can't say that I'm really losing sleep over it. I'm not a big fan of vomiting, but then again, who is. I like getting carded when buying alcohol. It makes me feel younger (although I'm only 22). I tend to drink Miller Lite when I'm out and about, with White Russians being my mixed drink of choice. I respect the straightedge lifestyle, but I don't think it's something I could do. I could never quite understood why someone would store 99 bottles of beer on a wall. They should be kept in the fridge for ideal refreshment. You'd think everyone would know that. If you've ever had warm beer, you know it sucks. I consider myself the creator of StrawBrandy Milk (Strawberry Milk mixed with Brandy). I tend to create mixed drinks based on whether the name sounds cool or not. Then I actually mix the drink. Examples of this include ZimmerRum (Zimmerman's Iced Tea + Rum), Voo-Doo (Yoo-Hoo + Vodka), Gatorum (Gatorade + Rum), Pink Russian (pre-mixed White Russian + Strawberry Milk) and the Brandy Caine (Brandy + Cocaine (the energy drink, not the drug)). Can you put parantheses within parantheses? Fuck it, I just did. Needless to say this hasn't always worked out in my favor, since I've come to realize I'm not a big fan of Rum. Also not a big fan of Long Island Iced Teas. I believe I've mentioned my bias towards White Russians. Is anyone else as sick of America's Next Top Model as I am? I used to listen to N'Sync and 98 Degrees among various other mass-produced pop bi-products and I'm not ashamed to admit that. Well, yeah I am actually. Forget you ever read that or I'll have to kill you (note: I will not actually kill you, just maybe scare you a little). Remember when I'm rubber, you're glue used to be a valid comeback in an argument. My, how the times have changed. I think I have enough band shirts in my closet to clothe myself for a month. I hate people that try too hard to be indie. I tend to be rather passionate person. If you know me, you'd know I'm very passionate about the music I listen to and whatever writing I may do. If you're wondering what kind of music I listen to...I listen to good music. I will not pigeonhole (I think that's the first time I've ever used that word) myself into saying I listen to this kind of music or that kind of music. My tastes cover a plethora (I believe this is the first time I've ever used this word also) of different genres. I consider my taste eclectic (actually I just really wanted to use the word eclectic somewhere in this entire thing and that just seemed like the perfect place to stick it) If your music isn't my kind of music, that doesn't mean I'm saying it isn't good music. I could care less about what you think about what I think about your taste in music. You like what you like. I like what I like. Simple as that. Often times I think that there are subliminal messages in the music they play at GIANT. I rarely sleep under the covers. I usually grab a blanket or sheet from the closet (weird, I know, but I've been doing it for years). I like red licorice more than black licorice. I have thoughts of someone killing me in the shower when I'm home alone (I blame Psycho). I tend to have a fear of heights (although I would like to bungee jump and skydive at some point). After thinking about it more, I don't think it's necessarily a fear of heights as much as it is a fear of being towards the top of a ladder. I hate feeling vulnerable. I think if I were deaf, I'd have to kill myself (in no way is that a joke). I think Adam Sander is overrated (examples: Mr. Deeds and Billy Madison) People often ask me why, but I don't think I have to explain myself. This doesn't mean I don't like Adam Sandler. I liked The Cable Guy. Fuck all you nay Sayers. I like David Fincher movies (Se7en, Panic Room). I hate how society and Hollywood try to dictate who we should be. I don't quite understand the allure of celebrities. They breathe, sweat and shit just like everyone else in this world. I hate celebrities that are famous for pretty much nothing (yes Paris Hilton, that means you). I hate natural disasters. Mother nature can go fuck herself. I do like the seasons though. I'm not a big fan of the winter cold and wind chill, but I love the picturesque landscape of snow covered trees. I've always wanted to have a Gatorade shower (as seen after football games). Feel free to douse me with a cooler of Gatorade if the opportunity presents itself. I might seem mad and yell at first, but I'm lovin' it inside. I actually do read Playboy for the articles, well kinda. I've always wanted to own a monkey. I used to be really good at coloring, but my skills have deteriorated due to lack of practice (I've recently decided to re-take up coloring to see if I still got it). Sometimes I feel bad for the penny, as the nickel, dime, and quarter have since stolen its thunder. One day I'd like to try and beat a train (or die trying in the process). I'd also like to rob a train (with the whole horseback, jump on a moving train and all that shit). I consider myself to be anti-war. I never say "God bless you" when someone sneezes. It goes against my lack of belief in God, please don't think I'm not doing it to be rude. I rarely say "Gesundheit" for fear of pronouncing it wrong. Once again, I'm not doing it to be rude. While I'm on the subject, I’ve never really understood religion, but I don’t think people that follow religion REALLY understand it either. This world has a terrible habit of sickening me on a daily basis. I'm counting down the days until the end of the world. Sometimes I think if the world were to end, everyone would be in a better place. I don't necessarily mean a better place like heaven (at this point in my life, I don't know if I believe in heaven) but I think it'd solve a lot of problems.

I once told myself I wasn't going to take Myspace seriously. If you're still reading this and made it this far, you know that's no longer the case. I will continually add to this until I've run out of things to tell you about myself.

I also find it laughable that you might think you know me after reading all that, but you only know what I am allowing you to know.