I’ve been MEME’d! My response…
By Eric Blackwell on Feb 8, 2008 in Blogging, Life
I just noticed last night that I had been MEME’d by Lydia Taylor (a REALTOR from Savannah Ga) to post 7 interesting things about myself and then send on the challenge to 7 other unsuspecting souls…
So (if that’s how it works-grin), here goes…
Things that you might find interesting about me…
#1) My wife Jen and I have been married almost 19 years. We met in Korea, where we were both serving as missionaries - even though we are both American.
#2) My wife and I never dated before getting engaged (HUH?) Actually that is true. We became close friends as missionaries and I returned to the United States about 1 year before Jen finished her missionary work. We corresponded during that time and I knew she was the one for me…4 days after she came home I propsed. I didn’t want anyone else to have a chance (grin)…with good reason. Best decision I ever made.
#3) I am an identical twin.
#4) I used to work as a field rep for Diamond Walnut and probably know more useless facts about walnuts than most folks. (Test me…go ahead!)
#5) Jen and I have 4 kids, two of whom deal with Autistic Spectrum Disorders (one with Aspergers Syndrome and one with Autism). Our family speaks nationally on how to have a great perspective about Autism and the infinite potential of each person.
#6) I am a foodie and one of my favorite pastimes is watching Ace of Cakes (Food Network) and building amazing cakes with my son Craig. We have done dragons, cars, submarines, and even a bowl of chili cake that was EERILY realistic.
#7) Hmmm… what else…OK…we have two dogs..Boston and Cheyenne…my kids now want dogs for the other 48 capitals of the US…Ain’t gonna happen! (a dog called Sacramento or Indianapolis–don’t think so!)
OK…there’s my 7. Since Lydia shot down some of my posse with Ryan, Dave, Wayne, and Bramlett…I will have to opt for some other fun blogging friends! Greg, Kris Berg, Russell Shaw, all from the Bloodhound Blog…what do you say?
Two of my local real estate favorites Jon Karlen and Anne Mayhugh…are you up for it?
With my final two picks to tag people, I would like to try some elusive, but very helpful folks to REALTORS, Morgan Carey from REW-the world wants to know 7 interesting things about you! and finally Christopher (cK) Chung (who is not a REALTOR, but an outstanding Search Engine consultant and online marketer).
OK folks 7 interesting things about you and 7 other victims (grin). Thanks in advance if you participate (I hope you all do…)
3 Comment(s)
By Jon Karlen on Feb 8, 2008 | Reply
Hey Eric, this sounds like fun. To introduce myself to everyone, I’m a REALTOR with REMAX Properties East in Louisville KY.
Now, moving on. 7 interesting things about me. Where to start.
1. I went undefeated in the National High School Chess Championships in 1987. I won 5 games, and received draws on 2. I tied for 4th place in the United States for my division. And I gave very serious consideration to turning professional in lieu of attending college, etc.
2. I’m an aspiring chef/gourmet. I love to cook, and am always trying new things out. One of my favorite shows of all time is the ORIGINAL Japanese versions of Iron Chef. [The new versions just aren't as interesting to me. They seem quite tame by comparison.]
3. I attended college on a 4 year Army ROTC scholarship. I was an Army Officer for 8 years, and did 4 overseas missions: 3 to Germany and 1 to South Korea.
4. I enjoy travel. I always try to go where theres a deal to be had, and the dollar is strong. With the current dollar valuations, I’m considering making a trip to South America and possibly do some snow skiing, and/or pay a visit to Machu Pichu.
5. I live in a barn. Literally. My wife and I purchased a horse farm and constructed a custom barn with living quarters attached. [You can see some of the photos half way down the first page of my blog.]
6. I’m a car enthusiast. If a vehicle is fast and/or handles well, I like it.
Anything from “common” cars such as the classic muscle cars of the mid/late 1960s, all the way to high tech multi-million dollar rocketships like the Bugatti Veyron, I love them all.
7. I enjoy online gaming in my spare time. The competition that human competitors provide is far more interesting and challenging than what computers are currently able to provide.
There ya go, 7 little known things of note about me!
By James Boyer on Feb 12, 2008 | Reply
Nice List Eric,
7 interesting things is not something you just sit down and put into a box. I bet you had to think on that a bit.
Jim
By MR on Mar 7, 2008 | Reply
Hi Eric–Any chance you would post (or e-mail me) a picture of that bowl of chili cake? A friend and I are thinking of making one for a tex-mex-themed bridal shower, and we’re having problems visualizing! Any help/advice would be greatly appreciated!