Name:Cory Country:United States State:Ohio Metro:Toledo Birthday:4/9/1977 Gender:Male
Interests:I enjoy reading, watching movies, and generally spending time with my wife. I also enjoy reading and researching true crime stories and learning more about forensic science, especially where it revolves around criminal behavior. Expertise:Business Management--I've successfully run other people's businesses for 10 years. My next move will be to finish my Bachelor's Degree in Communications with a focus in web-based media. Then go to seminary to obtain my M.Div in pastoral studies and then my M.Th in apologetics. I hope to become an apologist, and a professor of theology. Occupation:Writer Industry:Freelance
It's been seven months since I last updated Xanga. Bet you all thought I was completely done with it, huh? Well, so did I. But I thought I'd share a quote to anyone who still reads this:
To be so occupied in the investigation of the secrets of nature, as never to turn the eyes to its Author, is a most perverted study; and to enjoy everything in nature without acknowledging the Author of the benefit, is the basest ingratitude.
Oh well, football season is underway again and we all know what that means: FANTASY FOOTBALL!!! I love fantasy football almost as much as watching regular football.
It's funny how I never used to like football. I used to think it was stupid game of brute force and no brains. Until I started watching it, that is. That's when I discovered that there is a psychological component to it, and an in-depth strategy. Now I love it and I can't get enough. I thought that watching football on TV or going to the occasional game was fun enough, until I discovered the ultimate in football fun--fantasy football.
In fantasy football, you get to put your teams together from the best of the best players and pit them against other people who have done the same. Being that I'm "VenomX," I always name my teams after something to do with snakes--so this year I coach two teams, the Sidewinders and the Rattlers. The Sidewinders face a major obstacle--two wide receivers have a BYE the same week. This means that I need another wide receiver, and I will have to drop one of the current ones.
The Rattlers did not face a similar dilemma until recently. The Baltimore-Houston game is delayed and will count as a BYE for both teams this week. That meant that I had to drop a player and pick up a free agent. I had to do that without the benefit of scouting a few recievers. Last year my trouble was with tight ends, this year wide receivers seem to be the issue. It wouldn't be fantasy if there weren't problems with the roster that needed to be solved.
Did I mention that I love this game?????
On a more personal note, Ashleigh's first birthday is approaching quickly. It's hard to believe that she's been with us for a year now. She is such a blessing from the Lord, that I can't even begin to put into words how she has touched my life for the better. I would do anything for that little girl.
If anyone is still reading this, I hope that I will see you at Ashleigh's party on Saturday, Oct. 4 at Maumee Valley Church.
And sign up for fantasy football. You'll be glad you did!
I've tried to say, each day, in different ways, how much I love you. I realize that this isn't a task for mere words, but a task that requires action. So I've decided to use my long-dead Xanga account to write a letter for you and all of your family to see. I believe that this action will demonstrate the fact that I love you very much.
When I first met you, I knew in my head that "we" would be something special. I didn't know what that meant or what it would entail, but I knew that creating an "us" was important. At first, I thought that we'd end up like my boss Dan and his girlfriend, just dating for a long, long, time. A great and many years. But soon it became clear to me that God had something else planned for us, something very wonderful and amazing.
And now we stand, a mere five years later, and it feels as if we have been together a lifetime. You are more than just my wife, you are my best friend. I pray to God we remain together forever, because I don't know what I would do without you. That is how important that you have become in my life. You have, in some sense, become my life.
Though I love Ashleigh a great deal in her own right, having her extends my love for you and inspires more love for you. Ashleigh is as much a part of you as she is of me, and that makes me love you all the more.
So here's to a happy life in the future for us. Sorry for the goofy video, but it was the only one I could find. So I forever dedicate that song to you, my wonderful Brown-Eyed Girl.
My little girl is so inquisitive! She can be seen here doing what she does best--investigating everything that is placed within six feet of her present location. She's growing up ever so quickly.
Today, I noticed that you can change your username on Xanga. I thought I'd change it to something that is slightly more professional than "VenomX1." However, to change a username costs $10. Can you believe it?? I'll just stick with VenomX1, thank you very much!!!!!
I have no idea why I thought of this tune. I've always liked it a lot. Back in the days before music videos, there was a TV show called Solid Gold. This is a tape of the segment where Sergio Mendes performs "Alibis."
I sincerely hope that it is not based on a real relationship that the songwriter had; since part of the lyrics include "That's exactly the way we met." I can only think that if you're dating someone who is cheating on his or her significant other with you, that will be a big clue as to how your relationship with this person will eventually end. Once a person commits the first sin, the rest just come easier.
On a lighter note, fashion aficionados will have a lot of fun with the styles in this video. File most of these under "W" for "What Were You Thinking???" But, what's an 80s video without bad fashion?
It's nothin' I can put my finger on
But it's there, I swear.
It's not somethin' I'm imaginin'.
Each time you call,
I know I'll get your "working late" routine again.
Is there someone I should know about?
Tell me why do I have this doubt?
I'm sure your alibis are watertight
And you're where you have to be tonight.
Whoa, oh, but I know you're slippin' away from me.
I'm know your alibis are watertight
And you're where you say you are tonight
But honey, I can tell. I know the pattern much too well.
I don't fool so easily.
Slippin' away from me.
Your telephone service says you're out again.
Somewhere, out there, you've got another rendezvous.
I know the way you work.
You'll be someplace where no one can check up on you.
You think you're in the clear but don't forget
That's exactly the way we met.
I'm sure your alibis are watertight
And you're where you have to be tonight.
Whoa, oh, but I know you're slippin' away from me.
I know your alibis are watertight
And you're where you say you are tonight
But honey, I can tell. I know the pattern much too well.
I don't fool so easily.
Slippin' away from me.
Is there someone I should know about?
Tell me why do I have this doubt.
I'm sure your alibis are watertight
And you're where you have to be tonight.
Whoa, oh, but I know you're slippin' away from me.
I know your alibis are watertight
And you're where you say you are tonight
But honey, I can tell. I know the pattern much too well.
I don't fool so easily.
Slippin' away from me.
I'm sure your alibis are watertight
And you're where you have to be tonight.
Whoa, oh, but I know you're slippin' away from me.
