PreciousJames
"Meditating and Spending time with Dad"

Male
31 years old
Metaphysically on Maui, Hawaii. Physically in, New Hampshire
United States



Last Login:6/27/2008
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    PreciousJames's Interests
GeneralMy Tai Chi Taiwan Blog: http://taichitaiwan.blogspot.com/

My Main Blog: http://preciousjames.blogspot.com/

Vipassana Meditation As Taught By S.N. Goenka

Tai Chi, Yoga, Meditation, African Drumming, Healthy Eating, Snowboarding, and Organic whole Foods!

MusicEnjoy the above song "EZ Like a Sunday Morning" by Red-I and the Riddim Outlawz, with Precious James on djembe drum!

Beating Rhythms on Hand Drums all night long around a pulsing, dancing, tribal Fire Circle! Let's make music!

Watch Precious on percussion with "Mandala World Music" @ the Yamauto Peace Festival in Kyoto, Japan:

MoviesMasterful Tai Chi Push Hands:
TelevisionTED: http://www.ted.com/index.php/talks Please watch TED! Many of your favorite celebrities giving their most heartfelt presentations on the global issues closest to their hearts.

MTV: Here's my latest Music Video with Red-I and The Riddim Outlawz in Dulan, Taiwan. I'm playing Djembe, so turn up your bass. The song's name is " Rockin' "!

BooksGoogle, Wikipedia, your website, Lord of the Rings, Chuang-Tzu, Dao Te Ching, There Are No Secrets(Tai Chi), Ask and it is Given, Light on Yoga

Heroes
Groups: MandalaPartner Tai ChiMYSPACE HAWAIIPolyamorySouthern California PolyamoryMy Polyamorous FriendTaijiquan

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     PreciousJames's Details
Status:Single
Orientation:Straight
Hometown:Hawaii, Taiwan, Long Island, Atlanta
Body type:5' 11"
Ethnicity:Pacific Islander
Zodiac Sign:Cancer
Smoke / Drink:No / No
Education:Grad / professional school
Occupation:International Trade & Tai Chi Coach

   PreciousJames's Schools
Harvard Divinity School
Cambridge, MA
Graduated: 2007
Student status: Alumni
Degree: Master's Degree
Major: Tai Chi Chuan
Minor: Daoism & Buddhism
Greek:   Tau Chi Chi

2002 to 2007
University Of Georgia
Athens,Georgia
Graduated: 1999
Student status: Alumni
Major: Asian Religions
Minor: Buddhist & Daoist Studies
Clubs: S.H.A.R.E. (Seeking Harmony and Reaching Enlightenment)President, SHARE, SEA (Students for Environmental Awareness), GORP (Georgia Outdoor Rcreational Program) Ski/Snowboard Tour Comittee Head, Adventure Guide: Backpacking, Mtn. Biking, Rock Climbing, White Water Canoeing
 

1995 to 1999
Wheeler High School
Marietta, GA
Graduated: N/A
Student status: Alumni
Major: Partying, Photography, Arts, Nature, Meditation
Clubs: Varsity Tennis
 

1993 to 1995
Smithtown Hs
Smithtown,New York
Graduated: 1995
Student status: Alumni
 

1992 to 1995

   PreciousJames's Companies
Maui Tai Chi Chuan Association
Kihei, Hawaii US
President and Head Coach

2006 -
Taiwan National Education System
Taichung & Taidong, Taiwan TW
English & Chinese Languages Teacher
Foreign Languages Lecturer and P.E. Coordinator

2002 - 2007
Precious Sessions
Kihei, Hawaii US
Lenergetic Massage Therapist

1/2000 -
Maui Mountain Cruisers
Mount Hale'akala, Hawaii US
Volcanic Downhill Bicycle Tours
Tour Leader / Guide

2/2001 - 2/2002
Taiwan National Education System
Taichung & Taidong, TW
Nationally Certified Instructor of Tai Chi for PE
Department of Physical Education

2004 - 2007
Taiwan National Education System
Taichung & Taidong, South Pacific TW
Yoga Teacher
Yoga for Children

2002 - 2007
Nurse Finders
Maui, Hawaii US
Caretaker and Outing Coordinator

2001 - 2002
Taidong County Tai Chi Chuan Association
Taidong, TW
Coach of CMC 37 Form, Sword, & Push Hands
ROC Nationally Certified Coach

2004 - 2007



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About me:
Wondering about MY Name? Read myspace blog above: "PRECIOUS??? Why PRECIOUS???"

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Sometimes people mistakenly link my name with Gollum... But "Precious" is not Gollum. Gollum was just one of a myriad of my bearers... nor is Precious the ring itself... It is the FORCE that is Precious. The FORCE that may be with you and with me.

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I love pictures! If you're visually oriented like me, check out my recent pics and stories from around ASIA...

Shutterfly Albums: Taiwan, Thailand, Hawaii, & Japan PICS

NEW FLICKR ALBUMS: Kyoto, Bali, & Old Friends

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Tai Chi Enthusiasts visit: http://taichitaiwan.blogspot.com/

**************************************************************** I've just returned to the U.S. after being in Taiwan for 6 years studying Tai Chi, Chinese, and the Philosophy of Teaching. I'm currently traveling around America visiting old friends and family that I so dearly missed during my years in Asia. Seeking partnerships in China? Let me know if I can help?
Who I'd like to meet:
Supportive, BIG Hearted, sharing people! New friends, old friends, green friends, blue friends, soon to be you, friend... and Dr. Suess. If you're a friend, please send me a message with your email address (outside myspace... where I live most of my life) so that we can connect more, and keep in touch!




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Christie Lenée





Jun 13 2008 1:08 PM

Thanks for checking out my tunes, adding my live track, and especially for all of the positive words!! Let's stay in touch. I'm about to release a new album and plan to do a huge tour in the fall. Keep the music alive!

Live, create, explore...

Christie Lenée
www. christielenee. com
www. myspace. com/christieleneemusic
Boston Paul: A Militant Hippi





Jun 9 2008 8:52 PM

Great hearing from you last night bro! I wish I was not in the middle of an interview... at least we got to chat for a few minutes and catch up. Can't wait to see you back here in Taiwan, but I understand bro... get sorted and we will see you at some point... looks like we have lots to talk about when our paths finally cross. Peace bro...
Carolyn





Apr 21 2008 3:45 PM

Hi James! Sending you love and light.
Hope you are well!
Boston Paul: A Militant Hippi





Apr 15 2008 9:02 PM

Hey bro! When are you going to be back in Taiwan? Put an end to these rumors bro! Will you be here for Peacefest? Will you be here for LuvStock? I need a Precious Fix soon...
Marika





Apr 15 2008 7:08 AM

Awesome!! Can't wait!!! Keep me posted!
Dee Loops.





Apr 12 2008 10:32 AM

yeah man:) ..hehe i been needing ya cuzo tho! gotta get up and chat!


pics looks awsome, glad u had a good time<33
Dee Loops.





Apr 6 2008 8:30 AM

where ya been!?
goodsoundzdotcom





Mar 31 2008 8:39 AM

Precious..... your wonderful and loving presence will REALLY be missed at ScreamRat2 this year... hopefully at Hoping, dui bu dui ??!!??!! -Michael
MoonShine Hill





Mar 25 2008 10:37 PM

Are you coming back for SS? We miss you, too.
aura





Mar 20 2008 8:42 AM

where are you in this cyber space jungle.. oh yeah, right over there by the produce...
tag.. you're it!-Aura xoxo
Dee Loops.





Jan 25 2008 11:26 PM

ay cuzo!


love ya
Bianca





Jan 22 2008 8:22 AM

ha ha ha - what is this new indian name you have!!?? :) I am so happy for you...way to be disciplined and thoughtful man...I wish I could be the same in my life...still working on it and hoping for the blessings of the windy city.... :) much love, b
FRO Daddy





Dec 9 2007 6:28 PM

Hey buddy, whats going on? How are things up there? I know that i havent called, my bad. But i have been annoyingly busy. Im planning on coming up there in Jan, maybe. If you thats cool. Ill call you this week bro.
Carolyn





Sep 30 2007 5:03 PM

Yes, many laughs and moments shared. So happy you are doing well. I definitely hope we can see you in Brooklyn soon. Be well my friend:)
MoonShine Hill





Aug 24 2007 5:48 AM

Hi Precious,
How you doing there? How is your father? Say hello for us to him. Hope you guys can come together next time. ^_^
Boston Paul: A Militant Hippi





Jul 29 2007 4:53 PM

GREAT seeing you at the party, bro... hope you got everything done before you left. Thank you for the drum box... and I hope to see you again in this life...
peace and love to you...
MICHAEL TOBIAS





Jul 3 2007 12:27 PM

Hey man -
All's well in San Francisco. Starin' to get out to play music a bit.
Yesterday, I was going through one of the moving boxes and I came across your machete! I still got it. There's really not much weed wacking to do out here in the chaparral. So next time your in the Bay Area you can come pick up your axe. Aloha! - Michael
goodsoundzdotcom





Jun 21 2007 8:48 AM

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Miss ya Precious-Hope you're well and that -YOUR DRAGON BOAT HOLIDAY WENT WELL
HUG2YA-Michael-
Dakeng Refuge Music





Jun 20 2007 11:22 PM

Hey brother. I took your advice and we are having the BostonPaulStock Birthday event on July 28. But that is not why I am leaving this comment.

I wanted to tell you that The tracks have all been mastered the Native Space "LIVE" CD is just about finished... featuring music from Basic Aid and PeaceFest. You have the video posted here at your site. You were an important part of the music and I can't wait to give it to you.
Peace and Love bro
Viba





Jun 12 2007 5:51 PM

Hi

Remember your question about software? There are plenty of applications that can generate drum and percussion sounds for you but for best results you still need a hardware controller to hit so you trigger them. I have never heard of a percussionist using a mouse :)

So, if you want to go this route, you need two things: the software and hardware. There are plenty of options but I really like the new Alesis ControlPad because of the following:

It connects via USB no messing about with MIDI cables.
It is also a stand alone instrument with an internal bank of sounds.
You can carry it around under your arm.
It’s big enough to hit the S~~t out of it.

The software…Reason baby!

Hope that helps..Guess we’ll meet soon
Laura





Jun 5 2007 2:02 AM

Dear Precious, What an inspiration the weekend was, and you were a major part of that! Thank you so much for all your kind words, motivation, compassion, yoga instruction, patience, passion, music,...You really do teach by example. What a Precious Gift you are my friend! Love, Laura

I want to share this butterfly that was inspired by you and all the others who overflowed with love and peace at the fest! Thank you!

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Mister Green a.k.a. Jason Grenier





Jun 4 2007 8:16 PM

Your gentle words were a good reminder for people about many important things and a very appropriate message for a Sunday morning (or was it early afternoon?)

Gave Kunlun that old time revival feel, minus the fanaticism.

Well said, my man.

It was great to jam with you too.

Peace
goodsoundzdotcom





May 31 2007 2:37 PM

Basic Aid Photo Gallery
Click On Pic For Basic Aid Photo Gallery
Native Space-vid#1
Native Space-vid#2
Native Space-vid#3
Militant Hippi-vid#1
Militant Hippi-vid#2
James, bro, you are one righteous dude!!! You taught me how to cook the veggie food,just to give yourself like a 20 minute break, and then when you weren't playing on stage,back again doing all that good Karma!!! You're an inspiration-Aloha and Mahalo xo-M-xo
Viba





May 25 2007 8:51 AM

just how poor we humans are at predicting (or understanding) what will make us happy. well worth watching