Death as it is comes for everyone eventually there is no escape no bartering for more time. Death finds everyone the only question is when. There is an old saying that all a man has is his story, and through that story a man can live forever. So I pose to you the reader this question What do you want your story to say? When you are dead and gone how do you want to be remembered? I for one am sick of sitting on my ass doing nothing I mean sure Ive traveled around but all that was for fun and schooling now that that's all done Im sick of not doing anything. We all know that sitting on ones ass doesn't pay bills and Ive got loans to pay. So Ive made my decision, Ive done a check and decided to man up and enlist in the military. Now for me a new chapter in my story begins possibilities are things that are created not things that just happen. Now then don't think for a heartbeat this is farewell as art of all kinds will always be a fascination. This is just where my heads been at and whats been echoing for a long time now. As my story continues so dose all of yours so now what will your next chapter be? The only one who knows that is you yourself no one else can write it for you and there is only so much time that one has to write it.

For anyone out there with a PS3 and the game Destiny whether you're far in the game or not if you're interested in ever teaming with me or friends of mine look me up the collar is cypher1911 and I have no problem with aiding in story missions or mounting raids and strikes even taking on the crucible is a no prob just drop a friend request or a message. The game is pretty enjoyable and the customizable difficulty for the missions keeps things fresh and interesting along with bounties and weekly challenges so if you want to roll with a friendly crew that's guaranteed to hold their own and have your back feel free to drop in.

On behalf of a friend of mine I am requesting assistance my friend has gotten pretty good in his drawings but is still having difficulty in drawing eyes and facial expressions so on his behalf I am asking that if anyone is willing to give some tips or part ways with a few secrets to the trade it would be greatly appreciated thank you all

To all of you, both near and far, I wish the best to you and yours in this brand new year upon this earth Happy New Years everyone!!!

For those who watch or have seen his pics on here they know what my dog looks like and it pains me deeply that last week he past away suddenly and quietly I take comfort in the fact that in the end he did not go alone we as my dad and I were with him I miss him deeply and it feels as though a part of me has gone with him. For those who own pets you know this pain. It is not pity that I am looking for but in part a place to let out some of the emotion Ive kept inside My dog was a great loyal companion and if any dog ever knew he was loved it was ours.

Wow just noticed that I have over 300 faves and 65 watchers! Yea yea I know you folks are probably thinking "Chill out its only a big deal when you hit 1000 faves and over 100 watchers" well I get that believe me I do but the thing is from a guy who cant draw this is a hell of a lot more than I ever expected to see or get I mean wow hahahahaha to be honest I only expected maybe 14 watchers at most and maybe a few faves certainly not even close to 336 hahahahaha

My last final is now complete now for the ever stressful event of waiting to see what my grades are hahahha fun right? in the mean time since its that grand time of year for me, its time to dust off the camping equipment dig out the maps and start planning on places to go and the things to see heh heh heh this is by far my favorite time of year second only to Halloween and when it snows hmmmmmm the question is where am I gona go?

Despite the flooding in the region we managed to have our field trip into the geology of Missouri and man was it fun the trails were a bit muddy and difficult but man was it nice The only parts I didn't really enjoy was that the first night it was cold beyond belief and that I didn't get a whole lot of sleep cold wet ground coupled with a few odd rocks just isn't comfortable. As for the sleep? I guess when camping I sleep a lot easier when on my own than in a group....complaints aside it was awesome I will be posting the pictures and try to describe whats in them as best I can but please keep in mind Im only a student I am not yet a master hahahahaha hope you enjoy and let me know what you think

For those of you who are interested in geology I am about to go on a field trip next week as part of one of my courses I will be taking pictures of formations and the like if that really isn't you cup of tea don't worry Ill be taking my regular landscape photos as well as always I hope you enjoy =P

It's one of those holidays that's based on folk lore but man what a holiday it is hahhaa I don't drink personally but I love the music and I wish I could be in Ireland to see how the Irish celebrate hahaha maybe a similar way Americans do maybe completely different All I know is that to my family the way we celebrate it is usually one big breakfast of hash and corned beef with a side of egg hahahaha. Any way Im just wondering....how do YOU celebrate St. Patrick's Day? That is of course If you celebrate it or have a particular tradition when it roles around...besides wearing something green of course hahaha

Well Spring Break is officially next week and Ive got a plan on where to go after all Ive got my very first commission to fill and I think Ive found a good location to check out and its not where youd think it is hahahhaha. Needless to say this is going to be very interesting to see how this works out to be honest being stuck in classes has started to bug me a bit but at any rate one week to go and then Im finally get a break.

Nightmares dont usually keep me up for an entire night but last night I dont know what happened but I had a really bad one. I did everything I could think of to get back to sleep I watched some TV (sundaynight early morning stuff sucks by the way) did push ups and crunches till I was sore and even tryed tea...nothing worked I litteraly got scared awake and my subconsious would not let me go back to sleep. First time in a long long time that I had to go one just 45 minutes of sleep what a pain. All I know is that I hope I can sleep peacefully tonight I really dont want a repeat.

The following is inspired by Siriun2 to those who dont know her work I sugest you check it out.








1) Sexuality?
Straight

2) If you could meet anyone on this earth, who would it be?
If it can be from any time as well, Id like to meet General George S. Patton (oh the things I could learn hahahaha)

3) Grab the book nearest to you, turn to page 23, give me line 17.
Sorry but thats a bit too much work for an answer hahahahaha


4) What do you think about most?
Lots of different things


5) What does your latest text message from someone else say?
None of your buisness


6) Do you sleep with or without clothes on?
clothes on


7) What's your strangest talent?
Being able to go un-noticed (its pretty fun actually...)


8) Girls…. (finish the sentence); Boys…. (finish the sentence)
Girls are self-centered (no offence ladys but Ive yet to meet a girl who dosent care about how she looks) and Boys are idiots(no offence guys but we are pretty stupid sometimes)


9) Ever had a poem or song written about you?
A friend once wrote a story for their english class in which the character was based on me...dose that count?


10) When is the last time you played the air guitar?
When listening to a great song or tune


11) Do you have any strange phobias?
I really hate needles.


12) Ever stuck a foreign object up your nose?
hahahahahaha No


13) What's your religion?
I like the idea of the Native American religion


14) If you are outside, what are you most likely doing?
Walking the dog or exploring on a trail with my camera


15) Do you prefer to be behind the camera or in front of it?
Behind it.


16) Simple but extremely complex. Favorite band?
ooooooooo good question


17) What was the last lie you told?
I don't know I try not to lie to people


18) Do you believe in karma?
Yes...Or at least I hope it exists just cause I like the idea of my enemies or those who have hurt me getting what they deserve at some point in time


19) What does your URL mean?
Isnt that the computer cable thingy?


20) What is your greatest weakness; your greatest strength?
No idea though my strength seems to be loyalty to my friends and family


21) Who is your celebrity crush?
No one celebrities are stupid and ignorant and I despise those types of people


22) Have you ever gone skinny dipping?
No


23) How do you vent your anger?
Cursing, punching, kicking and going online on Battle Field 3 and raise hell and vengence on my opponents.


24) Do you have a collection of anything?
Yes.


25) Do you prefer talking on the phone or video chatting online?
Video chatting I prefer to beable to talk to someone face to face


26) Are you happy with the person you've become?
For the most part yes..but I wouldnt be who I am if there wasnt some parts that I didnt like or thought needed improvement.


27) What's a sound you hate; sound you love?
I hate the sound squeeks
I love good music


28) What's your biggest "what if"?
I dont have one


29) Do you believe in ghosts? How about aliens?
Yes and very much so


30) Stick your right arm out; what do you touch first? Do the same with the left
My bed
My desk


31) Smell the air. What do you smell?
Dinner


32) What's the worst place you have ever been to?
Georgia


33) Choose East Coast or West Coast?
Huh?


34) Most attractive singer of your opposite gender?
Im not into singers too much damn drama


35) To you, what is the meaning of life?
No idea thats for each individual to find out on their own


36) Define Art.
The expression of a person's beliefes, opinions, and ideals as well as fantasys


37) Do you believe in luck?
Yes


38) What's the weather like right now?
Cold and snowing like crazy


39) What time is it?
currently it is 8:40pm


40) Do you drive? If so, have you ever crashed?
yes and yes


41) What was the last book you read?
Gates of Fire by Steven Pressfield


42) Do you like the smell of gasoline?
What the ...? No I dont


43) Do you have any nicknames?
A few.


44) What was the last movie you saw?
Skyfall


45) What's the worst injury you've ever had?
broken toes (you get a lot of those in Tae Kwon Do)


46) Have you ever caught a butterfly?
Yes


47) Do you have any obsessions right now?
not at the moment


48) What's your sexual orientation?
Please view answer to question #1


49) Ever had a rumor spread about you?
Yes


50) Do you believe in magic?
Magic: kinda, Voodo: Hell yes


51) Do you tend to hold grudges against people who have done you wrong?
You bet your ass I do. RULE# 42: Never accept an apology from someone who sucker-punched you.


52) What is your astrological sign?
Dont know but according to the zodiac Im a snake hahahaha


53) Do you save money or spend it?
Both


54) What's the last thing you purchased?
A coffee


55) Love or lust?
Both


56) In a relationship?
Nope


57) How many relationships have you had?
At least 3


58) Can you touch your nose with your tongue?
No


59) Where were you yesterday?
Class and then Home


60) Is there anything pink within 10 feet of you?
nope


61) Are you wearing socks right now?
yes


62) What's your favorite animal?
the Wolf...I mean come on they're cute and fierce at the same time


63) What is your secret weapon to get someone to like you?
Listening to other peoples problems and then trying to help them with said problems but in general my listening skills.


64) Where is your best friend?
Baltimore, unless he moved recently but i doubt that


65) Spit or swallow?
What?

66) What is your heritage?
Im American but with Polish and British ancestry


67) What were you doing last night at 12 AM?
depending on the day either sleeping or watching TV or doing workouts till too tired to move (the third only occures after nightmares which happens sometimes)


68) What do you think is Satan's last name?
ummmm you're joking right?


69) Be honest. Ever gotten yourself off?
If this means what I think it means my responce is who hasnt done this at one time or another?


70) Are you the kind of friend you would want to have as a friend?
Depends on the situation. ;P


71) You are walking down the street on your way to work. There is a dog drowning in the canal on the side of the street. Your boss has told you if you are late one more time you get fired. What do you do?
I'd try to save the dog after all its just a job and even if Im fired i got a companion out of the deal and the military is always hiring.


72) You are at the doctor's office and she has just informed you that you have approximately one month to live. a) Do you tell anyone/everyone you are going to die? b) What do you do with your remaining days? c) Would you be afraid?
I'd tell my family and friends about it for sure. With my remaining days Id spend some time with em and not let em despair about it. I would not be afraid after all we all go at some point what the use in fearing it.



73) You can only have one of these things; trust or love.
Trust


74) What's a song that always makes you happy when you hear it?
Ill Tell Me Ma by The Chieftans...it makes me smile


75) What are the last four digits in your cell phone number?
None of your buisness...I only give my number to those who I know on a personal level


76) In your opinion, what makes a great relationship?
Compasion, love, loyalty, honesty, respect, having at least a few things in common, being comfortable enough to argue and reach a resolution, TRUST.


77) How can I win your heart?
No idea thats more of a guessing game for you than me


78) Can insanity bring on more creativity?
Absolutely.


79) What is the single best decision you have made in your life so far?
Making an attempt to join the Marines I may not have made the cut this time but it made me a stronger and more mature person.


80) What size shoes do you wear?
size 9s



81) What would you want to be written on your tombstone?
I dont know but Im sure my friends would get either weird or creative on me.


82) What is your favorite word?
Oohra


83) Give me the first thing that comes to mind when you hear the word; heart.
Thump, Thump? (hahahaha sorry for being a smartass on this one but I coulndt think of anything)


84) What is a saying you say a lot?
Dose "Holy Hell" count?


85) What's the last song you listened to?
"I'm Not Afraid" by Lacuna Coil


86) Basic question; what's your favorite color/colors?
Green


87) What is your current desktop picture?
Defult that came with the laptop.


88) If you could press a button and make anyone in the world instantaneously explode, who would it be?
dose the phrase Muahahhahahahaha give you a hint? Id have soooo much fun with that lil button


89) What would be a question you'd be afraid to tell the truth on?
I have absolutly no idea


90) One night you wake up because you heard a noise. You turn on the light to find that you are surrounded by MUMMIES. The mummies aren't really doing anything, they're just standing around your bed. What do you do?
Yell as loud as possible then hit the deck as dad takes em out with the shotgun.


91) You accidentally eat some radioactive vegetables. They were good, and what's even cooler is that they endow you with the super-power of your choice! What is that power?
Teleportation would make things sooooo much easier.


92) You can re-live any point of time in your life. The time-span can only be a half-hour, though. What half-hour of your past would you like to experience again?
None Im happy with the choices Ive made so far and thus regret nothing.


93) You can erase any horrible experience from your past. What will it be?
Memories of heartbreak


94) You have the opportunity to sleep with the music-celebrity of your choice. Who would it be?
Nobody as I said before I really dont care for celebrities


95) You just got a free plane ticket to anywhere. You have to depart right now.
Hawaii or Alaska


96) Do you have any relatives in jail?
No


97) Have you ever thrown up in the car?
hahahaha when I was very very Little


98) Ever been on a plane?
Yes


99) If the whole world were listening to you right now, what would you say?
It falls between to classic but cheasy "Take me to your leader" and "Surrender!!".





Additional questions and responces are welcome as long as they are'nt hateful

Well this damn day is finally over and all I can say is thank the Gods it sure as hell didnt end fast enough for me anyways but whatever I got more important things to dwell on still sure as hell feel better now that the damn days done

To the majority of people, or for those who have mates or loved ones Valentine's Day is a day of affections, chocolates, expensive gems,and maybe something kinky. To me its the worst damn day of the whole year if I didnt have classes on that day I wouldnt even get out of bed. Why do I hate it so much well let me ask you howd you feel about it if of all days that was the day your girlfriend/boyfriend confesed that they were cheating on you and decided to dump you? Youd probably hate it just as much as I do anyway since that damned day is fast approching I just had to vent a little for those of you who dont hate the day or have someone to spend it with I hope its a hell of a lot more enjoyable for you than it is for me

Was out hiking a bit today just to relax a bit and take a breather from a hecktic week of labs and assignments when I stumbled upon something that pissed me off beyond all reason on a small game trail that I was walking on I found a foot snare whats a foot snare? Its a damn trap that catches the animal by the leg or paw and while breaking it hold the poor creatur there till the hunter returns to either finish the job or to collect the animal who got cought and couldnt escape before death by starvation or dehydration. Who the hell dose something like that? A god damn coward who has no honor. Needless to say I used a stick to trigger it and then I took the damn thing and threw it into a patch of poison ivy if the basterd finds it it wont be easy to retrieve. So Im begging you if your the kind who hunts have some honor and make a clean kill instead of prolonging some animals suffering I dont usually rant like this but that damn trap has really set me off sorry

Fell in love?
twice....(like I explained later on didnt end well)

Lost someone close to you?
A good friend

Had a broken heart?
yup...

Lost a pet?
twice

Got arrested?
Nope

Got in a fight?
A few in high school but none recently (When your the shortest kid in school people think they can walk all over you I wasnt going to take it sittin down)

Broke a bone?
Broke a toe or two before but nothing major

Got a job?
Yup

Relationship Status?
Single

Went to a concert?
None

Met someone famous?
Once, I met Patrick Roy from the Colorado Avalach at the Denver Zoo when I was little

Got in a car wreck?
once

Why the interest in this kind of art?
Why not? Its weird, different and its creators have just as much talent as any mainstream guy you see in museums

Flew on an airplane?
maybe 3 or 4 times?

Went to another state?
God Ive been to so many that Ive lost count

Got a tattoo?
None though not for lack of wanting one

Hobby?
Photography and video games

Smoked a cigarette?
Never

Long term relationships
That did not end up being on and off? 1, when I was 21 lasted 1 full year then ended badly for me

Dates with somebody of anther race
0, I havent met someone from a different race who Ive connected with in that way

Times your heart has been broken
twice

Times you passed out from drinking
0, I dont drink unless with those I fully trust

Pets
1 German shepherd (have had two others in my life time)

People you hate
quite a few

Times you were dumped
3 times one was mutual so I dont really count it


Not really sure how this things soposed to work but as Ive said in my journal Im trying to open up a bit and be less of a ghost to people if theres anything that you really want to know feel free to ask just remember if I feel its way too personal I kindly decline to answer

Well Im a bit board so far this new semester is going slow (probably cause its only the first week) but none the less Im trying hard to live up to that resolution of mine by talking to a few people in my classes but I just find it a bit hard to open up and be social...Any ways I'm the kind of guy that when I set a goal for my self I want to see it through and accomplish it so if any of you have any questions I'll be more than happy to give answers...However I reserve the right to not answer any questions that I feel get too personal I hope you all can respect and understand that I look forward to your questions if there are any.

Tradition dictates that at the end of the year supossably you choose something to change.....heh heh heh well why the hell not My new years resolution is to be less of a ghost and by that I mean if ya want to get to know me a bit better than some random guy who takes photos well after midnight tonight all ya have to do is ask what youd like to know and I might just answer hahahhahaha anyways HAPPY NEW YEARS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Well...I just wanted to say that its great being here and celebrating the holidays with my family... normally Im a bit of a lone wolf so to speak hahaha I mean I take my travels alone when Im taken pictures and besides the friends I make in my college classes I feel pretty alone there as well so its great to be home...That being said for those who have taken an interest in the pictures Iv taken I thank you as some of you might know the feeling you get when someone else appriciates the work you put into something (even something as simple as taking a picture) it just makes you feel so much better about that piece of work that youve done......I guess you guys have become sort of commrads of mine in that respect the only difference is while Im sharing the places Ive been along with what I consider the marvels or nature that mankind has not yet destroyed, you guys share that amazing drawing and art skills that you possess hahahaha

MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL OF YOU AND MAY YOUR HOLIDAYS BE SAFE AND HAPPY

Just so you all know the pic is fixed you can view it if you click on it I had to go in and resize it but it should work now as for why it wont show up on my gallery page I have no clue but you can view it, it does work, and it is resized

Thank You

Finally my finals are done and I can start packing for my winter trip to Arizona and Colorado forcasts look good this weekend for Arizona thers gona be a few days of rain but the weekend looks clear and sunny As for Colorado theres snow forcasted for the high country and mountains where I'll be headeing so Im real excited about it I havent camped in the snow for the longest time I'm just hoping it dosent sleet or turn to an ice storm those are never fun but any way hope it will be a good trip and that you all will enjoy the pics.......No avalanches please.

The first song on my page now is by The Night Watchman its an activist song so yes its has a message Ive listened to it quite a bit but havent fully picked it up yet just bits and pieces maybe you lot will have better luck than me in that As for the second well its a song Ive known for a long long time and its the best version I could find forn youtube hahhahahaha but even if it is cut short at the end I feel it describes me pretty damn well so if ya got the time or wana hear a lil music while ya check out the latest subscriptions feel free to do so hahahaha just courious as to what ya might think or what music you guys are interested in hahahaha

She need help in order to be reunited with her kids for Christmas she needs to aquire a bus ticket but dose not have the money to do so at this time if anyone out there is feeling generous or has some spare cash and is feeling...Christmassy...please help her in any possible way shes been kind enough to others so I hope you will all be kind to her.

Update:
Snowflake is now only $78 short of being able to aford her trip and being reunited with her children please please please help her in anyway you can!!!

Well since a lot of other folks are doing this I might as well

1) A new pair of desert boots

2) An I-tunes card

3) A few new shirts would be nice

4) need a new rock hammer (geologist stuff)

5) A new day pack (the one I got at the moment is becoming holy hahahaha)

6) a new sleeping bag

and thats all I can think of I dont need much