Well, one of my main interests right now is hoping that everyone on myspace find that connection, or connections, that makes their .. experience worthwhile. Sometime it even doesn't take much of a search...the person(s) you are to connect with...whether it be for business networking, friendship or romance...is right there. You simply need to turn your head a bit--so to speak.
Unfortunately, what often hinders, is an attempt to be something you're not...or strive for something you already are. At the risk of sounding tritely hip, the answer for this hindrance is simply to 'chill out.' Emulate someone relaxed, comfortable in his/her own skin if need be....
Now to answer the question of my general interests, they include: mt. biking, running, piano & drums.
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above--my first drum instructor: John "Stumpy" Pepys.
Excellent drummer, poor gardener.
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Finally, I enjoy reading, digital photography & writing comedy.
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I also try to spend as much time with people who want to be alone.
Music
Arcade Fire:
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Springsteen, U2, Neil Young, The Shins, No Doubt, Santana, REM, The Band, Rilo Kiley, Racist Dragon, Cardinal Wolsey.
Movies
Almost Famous, A Beautiful Mind, Adaptation, Waiting for Guffman, Enemy at the Gates, Grizzly Man, High Fidelity, This is Spinal Tap, The King of Kong.
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you are never too old to rock & roll
Television
NCIS, Numbers, CBS Sunday Morning News, Flight of the Conchords, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Extras, Hannah Montana.
Books
The World is Flat, 1776, Blink, John Adams, Harry Truman,
Team of Rivals, No Exercise and Poor Diet could lead to some Health Problems.
You Are 50% Left Brained, 50% Right Brained
The left side of your brain controls verbal ability, attention to detail, and reasoning.
Left brained people are good at communication and persuading others.
If you're left brained, you are likely good at math and logic.
Your left brain prefers dogs, reading, and quiet.
The right side of your brain is all about creativity and flexibility.
Daring and intuitive, right brained people see the world in their unique way.
If you're right brained, you likely have a talent for creative writing and art.
Your right brain prefers day dreaming, philosophy, and sports.
We live in increasingly perilous & confusing times, so basically anyone with the insight and courage to point the way.
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those that risk their lives for others:
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And my pets, who never cease to provide comfort and hope to me:
Muff & Lo Jones;
Bass E. Jones
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University Of Redlands
Redlands,California
Graduated: N/A
Student status: Alumni
Major: english, political science, journalism, history
Minor: attending classes
Clubs: Intellectuals who don't enjoy thinking
1974 to 1977
jones supports improving the educational system in Raider Nation. Posted at 3:11 PM Nov 5 view more
About me: Although I am 53, most of my friends say I look around 50. I think
it's because of all the working out I do. I was student body president
of our junior high. My position allowed the basketball team to get
new uniforms. They went 5-2 that year (vs. 6-1 the previous
season).
Note: when I first started writing this--and running it by him--my dog was all frisky & alert. Now this. He doesn't tend to support me in the self-esteem department:
.......Let's see--what else? I don't feel entirely comfortable around either extremely intelligent or profoundly ignorant people. In the remote possibility I was teamed up with Stephen Hawking & Jessica Simpson on a talk show it could be very distressing for me...
..........I'm also trying to be more animated in my day to day relationships with people & express more warmth in my writing. Friends have complained that I'm become far too sardonic, and want me to be more emotionally invested in life. Change is not easy--so to facilitate the process of unthawing whatever sentiment resides within me, I've begun a discipline of watching Ernest Borgnine (pic below) films. Hopefully this will produce some positive results.
........I consider myself a very spiritual person. I've read almost all the works by Eckhart Tolle, Deepak Chopra & Alan Watts--in addition to be thoroughly versed in the holy scriptures. I'm now at a place in my life, I believe, where I can pretty much look at anything....and decide strictly from a plain of pure consciousness whether I want to partake or not.
Mandy and Ashley (above)--former members of my meditation group--testing my focus....
......That said, I'm not dogmatic about belief systems. The main criteria is just whether it works for you--whether there are tangible results to your practice. Even the Bible makes it plain that faith is the SUBSTANCE of things hoped for. If you have no results from your spiritual practice, than I question whether you indeed are spiritual.
At least that's the way I see it.
Of course we all face rough patches in our life...and sometimes, in spite of whatever devotional habits, exercise program, diet or support system we turn to...it isn't sufficient to help us make it through the day. As a last resort some of us turn to unconventional methods to give our spirits that needed boost. It is not something I generally condone. But if you truly believe it is the only option available--then I'll try to refrain from being judgemental--particularily if you are on my friends list, and comment regularly on my page.
Who I'd like to meet: Alan Ball, Larry David, Jemaine Clement, & Benjamin Franklin. When I meet these guys it's imperative they show me some enthusiasm, and not just go through the motions. I want them to feel as though they have nothing better to do than spend a day with me discussing stuff that pops into my head.
Also...I would like to go hiking with Phil Henry. Well, until I came across this pic. Now I'm less enthusiastic:
And perhaps, that dog whisperer guy--or basically ANYONE that can help we with my hound....
I suspect it's too late, though:
(he lost his Waggin' Train endorsement deal after this pic surfaced)
Hey now, Ive been away for a bit - out of the country a few times....I now have a fiance.....and I just checked my phone upon entering New York airspace....
Bud is texting me via his old blackberry that he is still trying to work out those kinks with the high voltage power lines over your house....i thought he would be done by now, but he seems to be finishing up the project.
he asked if he could come over and "test TV inna wall socket to make sure work".
You should remind him to take off the climbing spikes before he steps on your living room carpet.
Michael and I have been fighting lately. It was out of control last night. He said he couldn't sleep because it was 75 degrees in the room and he felt that was too hot. I'm really upset because I actually had the temperature lower than I normally like it. 82 is usually my region. That's my shit. But did he see the sacrifice I made for him? No of course not!
Everytime I hear that song on the radio, I'm like "omg. this is such crap" then somehow my brother and I started talking about it and he's like "that's taylor swift" so I'm like "that sounds like a country singer name, i thought taylor swift was a country singer" and he's like "she is"...and suddenly it all clicked, I understood. In that context, it's OK. I still change the channel, but I get it.
That being said, I didn't see the Mtv music awards and I think Kanye is a complete ass, but in a way...I don't know if Beyonce could be much crappier than that TS song. Although, that's crap too. Who knows :)
Just my two cents, I know you were probably waiting for it. Or not. Have a good day!! :)
it's been TWO MONTHS since my last confession. i mean visit... yeah, it's been two months since my last visit. forgive me jones E, i've been busy as hell!
how are things? you doing alright? are you still anonymous? ;)
The accommodations are OK - I am trying to construct a suggestions box for my mom, I think she might appreciate that. In terms of treatment...sometimes I am subjected to forced hugs and kisses (w/little notice or choice in the matter), such as the other day when she was watching a documentary on puppy mills - but I am hanging in there.
Theres always "Billy Boy on Poison". And its about time you take down the photo of my two moms. And don't waste all your time on facebook; we need you here, Shane!
Happy caturday! The turtle way, of course...Momma has been letting me play a lot because of the heat. I like to chase the kitties. They're very nice to me, and when I wake up I have one sleeping next to me. Maybe one day I'll stay still for Momma to get a photo of this
Unfortunately, what often hinders, is an attempt to be something you're not...or strive for something you already are. At the risk of sounding tritely hip, the answer for this hindrance is simply to 'chill out.' Emulate someone relaxed, comfortable in his/her own skin if need be....
Now to answer the question of my general interests, they include: mt. biking, running, piano & drums.
........I consider myself a very spiritual person. I've read almost all the works by Eckhart Tolle, Deepak Chopra & Alan Watts--in addition to be thoroughly versed in the holy scriptures. I'm now at a place in my life, I believe, where I can pretty much look at anything....and decide strictly from a plain of pure consciousness whether I want to partake or not.
Mandy and Ashley (above)--former members of my meditation group--testing my focus....
......That said, I'm not dogmatic about belief systems. The main criteria is just whether it works for you--whether there are tangible results to your practice. Even the Bible makes it plain that faith is the SUBSTANCE of things hoped for. If you have no results from your spiritual practice, than I question whether you indeed are spiritual.
At least that's the way I see it.
And perhaps, that dog whisperer guy--or basically ANYONE that can help we with my hound....
I suspect it's too late, though:
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