Crazy Ates: GET TO KNOW ME!! Debut Query

[NanaRenan 0]

Hello, all you Crazys out there! I want to get started on the "GET TO KNOW ME" stuff. I'll be starting new threads here and there for that purpose....and I'll lead off by answering first.

You can cut and paste into a reply and change your answers. Answer only what you feel comfortable sharing.

EVERYBODY CALLS ME: Pam

MY PRIMARY RELATIONSHIPS INCLUDE: hubby of 28 years, Mike, four+ children (Michaela 26 (+ her fiance, Dominic), Phillip 24 (+ his wife, Melissa), Jacob 21 and Gennie 18) and two grandkids, (Sloane, 9 and Desmond, 15 mo.)

MY NON-HUMAN FAMILY CONSISTS OF: a 16 lb male grey tabby named "KittyBabyCat" and a 3.5 lb female chihuahua named "Big Tex". (and, yes, they DO think we're crazy at the vets office.)

I LIVE IN: Texas, just outside of Houston to be more specific, in Pearland.

OCCUPATION(S): I stay at home and care for my grandchildren several days a week while their mommy works. When they aren't here I "work at" sewing, making greeting cards and themed/gift scrapbooks -- some of which is custom ordered and the rest I sell on eBay. I don't make much money, but it keeps me off the streets. :biggrin1:

AND away from the table! :hungry:

AVOCATION(S): Well, in addition to the sewing and crafting mentioned above, I also love to read, write, cook, visit online forums, work in the yard, decorate, embroider, paint, mosaic and crochet.

Okay...that ought to be enough to get us started. Watch for the next thread in the "GET TO KNOW ME" series, coming soon!!

[Band Chick 3]

EVERYBODY CALLS ME: Kathy

MY PRIMARY RELATIONSHIPS INCLUDE: happily married to DH and have five kids ages DD 8, DS 13, DS 15, DD 17 and DD 19

MY NON-HUMAN FAMILY CONSISTS OF: a black Mini Schnauzer pup named Winston

I LIVE IN: Oregon, outside of Portland

OCCUPATION(S): I am a Web Developer by trade, but because I am going back to college full time and homeschooling two of the kids, I currently just do a little work for my husband's special clients and close friends.

AVOCATION(S): When I have time, I like to do computer graphics, play MMO games and go to movies with DH. I am trying to find some new hobbies that get me up and moving like roller skating and tennis, geo-caching.

Fun thread! Thanks, Pam!

[NanaRenan 0]

Four teens at once, Band Chick, I know you spend some time in the grocery store!!! Aieeeyee!!!

I'm interested in maybe getting DH and I into the geo-caching, too! Sounds like physical as well as mental exercise.

Thanks for responding.

Now, where are the rest of them Crazy Ates....?

[melbart01 0]

Hey All -- this could be fun

EVERYBODY CALLS ME: Melissa

MY PRIMARY RELATIONSHIPS INCLUDE: Husband Andy (3 year anniversary on Aug. 28), daughter Helen (2) and Stepdaughter Megan (9). I have two sisters, both of whom are conisdering the lap band.

MY NON-HUMAN FAMILY CONSISTS OF: 6 month old Peka-Tzu named Howie

I LIVE IN: Northern Minnesota

OCCUPATION(S): I currently teach Communciations and Writing at a college though I'm kind of job shopping at the moment. I also teach private music lessons.

AVOCATION(S): When I'm not busy with the kids and family, I love to play music, video games, cook, write, garden.

[JudiM 1]

Hi all!!!

EVERYBODY CALLS ME: Judi

MY PRIMARY RELATIONSHIPS INCLUDE: Married--25 years to high school sweetheart 2 children--DD is 16 entering Jr year of HS, DS is 22, received undergrad degree in May, off to grad school tomorrow....

MY NON-HUMAN FAMILY CONSISTS OF: Dust bunnies!

I LIVE IN: Pittsburgh, PA

OCCUPATION(S): University Administrator/Director. Today I am celebrating my 27th anniversary of working at this wonderful, prestigious university! My educational background is in career counseling. But, I burned out from that 13 years into my own career. Fortunately, I was able to obtain another degree on campus (Higher Education Management ) while continuing to work there. It's really been a wonderful life for me there....I have been soooo lucky.

AVOCATION(S): Writing, gardening, gourmet cooking, wine enthusiast, movies, reading and many other creative endeavors.

[Alexandra 55]

EVERYBODY CALLS ME: Alex

MY PRIMARY RELATIONSHIPS INCLUDE: DH Michael (below), love of my life; DD Gillian almost 9, DD Catie, just turned 6. And stepson Peter, just turned 18.

MY NON-HUMAN FAMILY CONSISTS OF: a parakeet of indeterminate gender named Ben-Sophia. My daughters have stuffed companions named Whitening and Spotty. (There are lots of other stuffies, of course, but these two have been elevated to members of the family.)

I LIVE IN: Morris County, NJ

OCCUPATION(S): Currently working as a health insurance broker and office manager. But my first career was as the executive director of a professional trade association, and I am thisclose to going back to that job. KEEP YOUR FINGERS CROSSED FOR ME.

AVOCATION(S): None at the moment. Well, LBT, I guess. :biggrin1: But once my kids are grown and I have time for my own pursuits, it will be travel, music, and photography.

[brandottie01 0]

EVERYBODY CALLS ME: Brandi

MY PRIMARY RELATIONSHIPS INCLUDE: Husband Bobby of three years, son Jacob 2 & 1/2.

MY NON-HUMAN FAMILY CONSISTS OF: a bulldog boxer mix named mater after the movie cars. He is only 8 months old and is getting HUGE.

I LIVE IN: Just outside of New Orleans Louisiana.

OCCUPATION(S): High school Calculus, Statistics, Adv. Math and Spanish teacher.

AVOCATION(S): cooking (although I have had to give up eating my own because Cajun food is weight waiting to be gained), reading, running a competative math team, hanging out with my son, soon to be exercise, crochet, painting (like making custom decorations for the house not canvas painting.)

[BigHarleyGuy 0]

EVERYBODY CALLS ME: Jim

MY PRIMARY RELATIONSHIPS INCLUDE: Live in girlfriend and 4 years old daughter.

MY NON-HUMAN FAMILY CONSISTS OF: 1 solid black cat aptly named enough Nemo

I LIVE IN: Ponchatoula, La. (Bout 35 miles northwest of New Orleans)

OCCUPATION(S): I have been a police officer for the lase 23 years, I currently hold the rank of Lieutenant.

AVOCATION(S): Cooking (Healthy Now), motorcycling, travel, poker.

[NanaRenan 0]

Alex, my granddaughter just turned nine, her name is Gillian Sloane!! and my husband is Michael.

Brandi -- can't say my Jacob was any cuter than yours, but he's hairier and smellier now! :rolleyes

And you and Jim watch for the next "GET TO KNOW ME" !!

[pjanes54 0]

EVERYBODY CALLS ME: Peg

MY PRIMARY RELATIONSHIPS INCLUDE: Married 34 years: same guy and what a sweetheart he is; two sons ages 30 and 28, both single-no grands in sight--YET

MY NON-HUMAN FAMILY CONSISTS OF: "WANTED: Cairn Terrier. Must love to travel and ride motorcycle."

I LIVE IN: Minnesota

OCCUPATION(S): Police Records Admin Assistant

AVOCATION(S): Motorcycle riding, travel, making beaded jewelry, scrapbooking, knitting, cross stitch, and WOULD LOVE TO RUN...someday, maybe.

[TexasBecky 1]

Great thread - you Crazy Ates are an interesting, smart, and fun group.

EVERYBODY CALLS ME: Becky except my parents and my sister - they insist on Rebecca

MY PRIMARY RELATIONSHIPS INCLUDE: Hubby of 30 years, 25 year old son who graduated from Texas A&M (gig 'em Aggies!) and 20 year old son who just left for his junior year in college. Empty Nest until Christmas break. Woo Hoo!

MY NON-HUMAN FAMILY CONSISTS OF: none since our sweet Mini Schnauzer passed a couple of years ago.

I LIVE IN: In the burbs outside of Dallas

OCCUPATION(S): I was a health care administrator for many years but am now a happy homemaker who is also back in college for my teaching certification. Two more weeks until school starts back for me. This phase of my life is a whole new adventure and I'm loving it!

AVOCATION(S): Love to read, learn new stuff, watch movies, shop, cook, travel, and laugh my butt off (if only it were that easy). Speaking of laughing my butt off, Judi your TJ Maxx experience with Posh had me howling. Ya'll should check out her blog.

[NanaRenan 0]

Great thread - you Crazy Ates are an interesting, smart, and fun group.

Yes. YES WE ARE, Becky!!! Thanks for pointing that out! :whoo:

http://www.lapbandtalk.com/f95/crazy-ates-get-know-me-how-did-i-get-here-39827/#post543529

[Ses 0]

EVERYBODY CALLS ME: Sara

MY PRIMARY RELATIONSHIPS INCLUDE: Mum, in her early 60s, and my brother Tim who's 19. And fit. And six foot three. Argh.

MY NON-HUMAN FAMILY CONSISTS OF: A little furry dog called Prince who (although we were told he was a Pom x some other dog) looks like a cross between a fox and a Pom, and behaves more like a cat.

I LIVE IN: Mt Dandenong... not on the mountain, but close enough to hear Puffing Billy daily.

OCCUPATION(S): Part time student at the moment, studying Professional Writing and Editing. But I'm seriously thinking about a job in the library as a librarian.

AVOCATION(S): Computer, writing, art, reading, hopefully some sport too in the near future, sciance and cooking.

[stonersmom 0]

EVERYBODY CALLS ME: Jeanne

MY PRIMARY RELATIONSHIPS INCLUDE: Wonderful Hubby of 19 years(2nd), two sons 28 and 15. Daughter in law 25, and 2 BEAUTIFUL grands, Micah 4 and Mikayla 11mos.

MY NON-HUMAN FAMILY CONSISTS OF: A solid black "JINX" cat/dog.(he's a cat, but he acts just like a dog)

I LIVE IN: West Columbia, South Carolina

OCCUPATION(S): I am a pharmacy tech in a major hospital in our area.

AVOCATION(S): #1 soccer mom and memaw to my babes. Sewing and interior design, gardening, singing, camping, and just loving my family.

[Doxielover 0]

EVERYBODY CALLS ME: Lisa

MY PRIMARY RELATIONSHIPS INCLUDE: Hubby - Rafi of 6 years & 2 dachshunds Pogo (6) and Pixel (4)

MY NON-HUMAN FAMILY CONSISTS OF: My dogs really are my children, but I also have 2 turtles and 5 fish.

I LIVE IN: Brampton, Ontario, Canada, right near Toronto

OCCUPATION(S): Admin Assistant / Customer Service Specialist

AVOCATION(S): Animal rescue, run a dachshund bulletin board, photoshop, photography.