Thursday, May 24, 2012

For The People, By The People - Vol 1.

Ladies and Gentlemen,


          I am proud to bring to you the first in a series of interactive blogs I am calling “For the People, By the People”, in which I post a Tweet asking for your questions, and then pick some of the more random and interesting ones to answer here in blog form.
I do hope you enjoy this first installment of insanity.


Don’t worry… if you didn’t get your questions answered this time, there’s always tomorrow…

@McBieberTheSats Do you like American Idol?

Yes… on occasion. I am not a diehard fan. I do enjoy it from time to time.

@crose1310 How come u left gh and ghi?

Too much to get into here, but you can read more under the blog here called “Paranormal Humbug”.  Basically it was too much travel and it was time for  a change.

@missmoose686 what's your favorite holiday and why?

Halloween. I just love that time of year. October through December makes me the happiest.

@AmyDes92 What's your favorite paranormal evidence you have captured so far?

Probably the personal experience I had in Ireland. It is not quantifiable in terms of absolute proof to further the field in any way, but it meant a lot to me and changed the way I think about things.

@atomatoisafruit who is your favorite investigator?

I have been fortunate enough to work with many talented people over the years. Lately I am a big fan of John Tenney due to his integrity.
There is more to this field than having the “best evidence”. Too many investigators are too busy comparing the size of their EMF detectors and thus are forgetting why they started investigating in the first place.

@FedAgentBarbie Best thing you ever ate?

I love my wife’s homemade chicken cutlets. I could eat them every night and be happy.
@DaphneDoo71 If you could have only one candy for the rest of your life, what would it be?

Skybar…no wait Snocaps…Mallowcups…Clark Bar….No, definitely Skybar.
Sjybar is a chocolate bar with four compartments. One filled with Fudge, Vanilla, Peanut, and Caramel.  Delicious!

@JF1Edge Why is Angelina, Angelina?

My truck is named after a song my grandfather sang when I was a child. We were very close.

@jmsucher  Have you always been a religious guy or was there something that happened in your life that led you down that path?

I wandered for many years feeling spiritual but not religious. Suddenly I found my way in a relationship with God and everything changed.

@stlredbirds85 Favorite old time candy?

Skybar is pretty old school… but since I already said that one, I will give the nod to Candy Buttons.

@McBieberTheSats Do you like to pull pranks?

No. I don’t like to trick people, but I do enjoy a good laugh.

@missmoose686 If you could be one of the Angry Birds, which would you be?

The Yellow one that attacks with full force.

@popup82 What is your favorite hair styling product, your styling technique and how long does it take to get your hair just right?

Suave Hairspray right after the shower and it takes about two minutes.

@ItsTheNayNay  If  you had to live the rest of your life eating only Chobani or pie, which would you choose?

I do love my Chobani and I eat it every day… but, there is no match for pie.  However, if the good people at Chobani make Pumpkin Pie flavor… that would be pure magic.

@Passionable6002 Taking a joy ride on a unicorn or a dragon?

I would vote dragon.

@Tish326 Which Winchester brother is most like you ?

Definitley Dean. Sam is not decisive enough… nor does he appreciate pie, classic cars and rock and roll.

@JaxynsDad What is the 1 thing already created that you wish you were the person to create?

Chocolate. Inside my mind I am a mad capped Willie Wonka.

@ndcheri If u could sit down for dinner with any 5 people dead or alive (besides immediate family), who would u pick?

Jesus, John Lennon, Buddha, Billy the Kid and Elvis.

@dbower68 What was the first car you ever owned?

A 1986 Toyota 4x4 Pickup Truck named Kris. She was stolen from me at work the day after I dropped Theft coverage. It was never recovered.

@Vwgrrrl78 Do you play any musical instruments?

I played Bass guitar throughout High School. I dabbled on the Banjo and acoustic guitar afterwards. Now I do not have much time for these things.. But I do enjoy Guitar Hero and I love karaoke.

@IndianaDogmom What got u started on Chobani?

I was looking for something delicious and high in protein to supplement my diet and new workout – The Post Apocalyptic Zombie Killer.  Its been fantastic.

@JxDeL How do u respond 2ppl who question u about believing in ghosts & ur faith? I'm a Christian &ppl think I'm nuts bc of my beliefs

I don’t need to justify myself to anyone as only God gets to judge. But, if I am up for a discussion, I point out several passages in the Bible, left out of the Bible, and instructions given to us by Christ, that allow for interaction with the other side of life.  Those who twist the words of the Bible to enforce hate and judgment will debate all day long, but in the end, only God gets to judge, so they should keep that in mind.

@reese_dianato r u gonna come back to gh or ghi now that grant is leaving? How do u feel about his decision?

No, I will not be going back, only onwards to new misadventures and whimsical flights of fancy for me from now on. I wish Grant nothing but the best in all that he does. He is a man of many talents.

@nouniquename Favorite Marvel, DC, and Avenger character?

Thor, Batman, and I have also been partial to Captain America… I never read his comics that much, but I like the outfit and the things he stood for.

@Spambot3049 Which saint did you pick at confirmation & why?

Saint Crispin. Liked the name, also that he and his brother were simple leather workers and cobblers. Like a shoe salesman in Heaven. I appreciate humble, hard working folk.

@jaebird36 Who is your favorite hard rock/metal band?

Black Label Society. Hard rocking power with some poignant moments and well sculpted lyrics that reflect a life well lived.

@sketchGeek81 Name one movie that was just so underappreciated despite being completely awesome.

Weekend at Bernie’s

@Kimmberlil In high school...did u prefer..girly girls..tomboys..or athletic girls? Which one is ur wife?

I liked all kinds. My wife is indescribable. A perfect little mix of all types.  Like a Skybar of women….

@LooLoo1037 Where do u find the energy to do all that u do?

Starting each day at the gym really charges me up. When I am feeling low I turn to prayer and then turn up the radio. Music really moves me and inspires me. When all is said and done and I have nothing left to give, I think of my daughter… there is not a thing in the world I cannot do if I am doing it for her. Never Give Up. Never Surrender.

@Fiore_al_Buio Waffles or pancakes?

Both are great choices. I would vote pancakes though.

@mozartcat Have you ever dealt with a spirit somewhere more than once, and has anything ever followed you home?

I haven’t had anything that I was brought in to investigate ever give me a problem after I left the location. I promote being in a good place spiritually, mentally, emotionally, and physically before doing an investigation.

@SelenaVandenBro What is your favorite thing to have for dinner?

Chicken Cutlets with mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, corn, hot crusty rolls with a huge slab of butter… followed by Pumpkin Pie.

@onikurisuchi Would you ever go hunting in only your boxers?

It would probably be a bit drafty, so I would vote “no”.

@mousehill7 What is your favorite Bible verse?

It fluctuates depending on what I am going through in my life. One of my favorites has always been, “You, dear children, are from God and have overcome them, because the one who is in you is greater than the one who is in the world.” – 1 John 4:4

@JJ9828 Who is your favorite Beatle and why?

All of them are great, but for me, its all John Lennon. I enjoyed his wit, his depth and his curiosity about life and how people view it. I like to challenge people to think more about life, this side and the other.  Too often we are plugged into our iPods and staring at our iPhones, and in this “me me me” world, we forget we are a very, very small part of a master plan.

@SassyMonkey719 Would you rather be the cake (or the pie if you would rather lol), or the oven and why?

I am not sure I totally understand this question… but when in doubt, the answer is always “Pie”.

@NonaKelly What shampoo do u use to keep the awesome "do" in order?

White Rain – Coconut. It’s cheap, and when I close my eyes I feel like I could be on an island with a rum drink in hand and a smile on my face.

@NonaKelly Whose side- Godzilla or Mothra?

Go-go Godzilla.  In all honesty, I preferred Gamera. He was a giant turtle with a surly disposition when provoked.

@tattoosgirl311 What is some of your all time favorite tv shows?

Dobie Gillis, Mr Ed, Car 54 Where are You, The Munsters, Mork and Mindy, WKRP in Cincinnati, Twilight Zone, Three Stooges, Star Trek, Star Trek Next Generation, The Facts of Life, Married with Children, Full House (I looked up to Uncle Jessie), Cheers ( I looked up to Sam Malone), Scrubs, Two and a Half Men (Sheen episodes only), Modern Family, The Middle, Big Bang Theory, True Blood,  Always Sunny in Philadelphia and Supernatural.