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Name Richard E. Wairata Griner
Age 25
Height Too tall
Weight More wouldn't hurt
Occupation Professional Debtor
Hometown San Diego, California
Future Hometown Hong Kong!
Ethnicity Half Indonesian (1/8 Chinese), half German-American
Languages English, Cantonese, Mandarin, Spanish (confused yet? I am)
Astrological Sign Aquarius
Chinese Sign Dragon
Weaknesses Chocolate, Oreos, Banana Republic
Enjoyments My hobbies, your mom, Beagle puppies, Napster, piracy, martial arts films (Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon! :P~~~)
Irritants Canada (colonialism ended years ago, now make your own damn country), your dad, yappy dogs, Metallica, driving, SUVs, berries, the Man.
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Wow, you actually came here? You must be a glutton for punishment. For those of you who feel queesy when reading sentences longer than four words (you must be pretty dizzy right now) be warned: this is text intensive. For you others who are actually curious, here's an update:
Well, in August 2000 I finished my fifth and final year at the University of California at San Diego where I double majored in Communication and Ethnic Studies. Yes, I failed as an Asian Seventh-Day Adventist for not doing Biology and/or Medicine, Business, or Engineering, but forgive me and I promise I'll buy a Camry or Honda someday to make up for it.
Anyway, graduation came just at the nick of time because I was starting to feel that I'd lose any shreds of sanity I had left. Fortunately, I did have one incredible year of college ... I spent the 1998-1999 school year studying abroad at the Chinese University of Hong Kong in, well, Hong Kong. That year abroad was the best of my entire college life and if you've ever considered studying abroad, do it! My experience was an amazing one; I met incredible friends (my roommates are like brothers to me), I travelled around the wondrous continent of Asia, and it was my first intoxicating taste of real freedom.
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Life after college was a lot less glamorous. But I guess I expected that since I do have school loans coming out of my ass now.
So just how unglamorous was it? I was a full-time Assistant Office Bitch for the Human Resources Department at Paradise Valley Hospital. Keep in mind that I was born in that hospital, I attended the school next door for TWELVE years, and I've been banking with the credit union behind them both since Junior High. So basically, I wasn't just underpaid, but my life was still pretty much encompassed in a neighborhood bubble!
Then life took an upswing! I was working part time at Banana Republic while working full time at the hospital for about 9 months before being promoted as a Manager. GOOD TIMES. I love this new job, the people I work with, and though it may sound sick, the industry itself. Of course, it never hurts being the BOSS and getting a fatter paycheck along with stock options, health benefits, etc. It almost makes me forget how atrocious the female customer species is!
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So what keeps me sane despite the odd retail hours and non-existent weekends? Well, aside from the scathing lashes of high-interest student loans, there's my devoted family, my loyal long-time friends who never fail to make me laugh, and mountains of pure unadulterated SUGAR (mmmm,good!). If God should see fit to punish me for my worldly sins, He'd surely make me diabetic. The mere thought sends shivers down my spine.
Oh yeah, and the hope of grad school and returning to Hong Kong for a few years to teach English kinda spurs me onward, too. After all, what money I've managed to save is gonna buy me a heap-load of piracy once I get back there!
As for marriage in my future? I don't THINK so!!! I'll leave all the breeding to YOU people ... (put your mouse over the pic to the bottom right for a funny quote from Xena)
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So an online friend of mine forwarded me a link to this nice little site called Emode.Com. Being the no-lifer that I am, I linked on over and started taking just about all of the little quizzes they have there on personality, identity, etc. Here's the result of two of my tests ... they're actually pretty descriptive of me, though I guess you'd only know that if you knew me personally ...
-[ what breed of dog am i? ]-
No bones about it, you're a loyal, nurturing COLLIE. A sensitive breed, you're always approachable and very in tune with others' feelings — just like Lassie! Because of your empathetic nature, you tend to be the group psychologist to your circle of friends. Your faithful, easygoing, steadfast personality makes you a wonderful confidant; people love to come to you with their troubles. Bottom line? You're a star at interpersonal relationships and have a knack for making new friends and acquaintances wherever you go. After all, what's a Collie without a flock to look after? Since you're so giving, your buddies might not realize that you need them just as much as they need you, so make sure not to neglect yours truly. Everyone deserves some "me" time. Woof!
-[ what was I in my past life? ]-
Come out and play — in your previous life, you were a HAMSTER named Vladimir. Here's what we know about you: Born on the plains of Siberia, you spent your early years weathering harsh winters, drinking vodka, and attending committee meetings. Determined and headstrong, you always got your way when push came to shove. But it wasn't all darkness — no one knew how to let loose and have a good time better than you. You were the reigning Twister champ, and you always emerged victorious from the Bolshevik's annual Dance-a-Thon (your signature step, the Funky Chicken, was a huge crowd pleaser). As you were also quite the health fanatic, you developed and patented a set of exercise wheel fitness videos that quickly became all the rage in Siberia. Your commercial success led you to denounce Communism and head for the States, where you ultimately provided the inspiration for a wacky Web site and song.
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I'm a sucker for these things (as if you couldn't tell already). Most of them are fairly true in some respects, though ... others are just silly, heh.
What kind of friend are you?
Take the What Type of Friend are
You? quiz, and visit mutedfaith.com.
the internet junk slacker test deems me:
40% slacker
Your clothes are properly folded, hung up and put away. You watch TV in moderation. You like to visit with friends but also like a little alone time as well. You tend to change clothes frequently and you definitely wash your hands after a visit to the toilet!
Which Peanuts Character Are You Quiz
I'm Jean Grey
What X-Men Character are You?
Goodness Gracious, you're everyone's favorite do-gooder Jean Grey, also known as Phoenix. You look after your teammates, get along with everyone, have a wonderful significant other who loves you and have pretty much achieved perfection. But look out when you're PMSing and you become Dark Phoenix: a raging homicidal bitch with a knack for causing trouble.
Which Star-Crossed Marvel Lover Are You?
What Kind of Anime Character Are You?
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 you're Vincent!
i live in a basement. i sleep in a coffin. i wear black.
i'm gloomy and sensitive.
mope. take the final fantasy vii character test
My profession is Final Fantasy video game heroine! My name is Rich. I am a hyperactive magic halfbreed, with black hair and hot pink eyes. My goals in life are to save my family and have sex with my friends. My love interest is an irritatingly pale vampire samurai with stunning blue eyes whose family will get killed.
Take the idle profession quiz yourself! |
 | | You're Lulu. You seem a little insensitive to those who don't know you very well, due to your cynical nature. Your mind is always thinking of things, big and small. You have a tough time of letting go of the past. You also like to bash people with plushies for fun and then fry them up with some tasty magic~! XD | | Which Final Fantasy X Character would YOU be? Take the test. |
Which Buffy Guy Are You? Find out @ She's Crafty
Which Buffy Bad Guy Are You? Find out @ She's Crafty
Click here to find out which Asian action superstar you are!
You are Bruce Lee. You like to take charge, be an individual and leader. You have the abilities to do mind boggling feats, yet you are forever cursed by your ancestors. You are as wise as the dragon and as fierce as the tiger. You also enjoy practicing martial arts and kicking ass!
:: how jedi are you? ::
Who's Your Inner Music Industry Diva? Find out @ She's Crafty
 I am sweet, like Sugar.
I am all sweetness and light; fluffy bunnies and dancing fairies; happiness and joy. Too much of me will make you sick. What Flavor Are You?
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So, this all leads me to conclude my attempt at selling myself (doncha just love homepages, aka narcissistic temples of self-worship?). Here's a little top ten list I've compiled of reasons why I'm an o-kay guy:
10. I don't drink or smoke. Never have, never will.
9. I don't own one of those annoying cell phones with a built-in answering machine and pager that someone ALWAYS seems to bring to my midterm exams.
8. I'm the one who convinced all the television stations to finally take that "Sailor Moon" CRAP off the air. I'm now turning my destructive talents toward MTV's "Road Rules." You're welcome.
7. I live in San Diego, a true PARADISE. I can show you around and won't even be embarassed when you wear "I Love San Diego" tourist paraphenalia. Actually, I WOULD be pretty embarassed, so do me a favor and don't do that ...
6. I don't define myself on the basis of what clothing labels I wear.
5. I buy rice ONLY in the 20+ pound bags.
4. I have big, bouncy breasts and wear skimpy plaid skirts and tight white T-Shirts that cling to my
pubescent body ...
3. Because if you don't, I'll go POSTAL (this isn't a good thing).
2. No, I am definitely NOT a big-breasted, pubescent Anime chick who wears skimpy plaid skirts and tight white T-Shirts. I just wanted to make sure you were paying attention.
AND the number one reason why you should like me is ....
1. Pika?
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I think we all learned a little from that experience, didn't we? I hope you enjoyed your brief tour through this heavily right hemisphere-dependent mind of mine, because this is pretty much the end here. I may add some more stuff later, but then again, I may not. I hope I've given you enough of a window into my world (are you frightened yet?). Oh, one more thing, to all of you people who complain that you can't see my eyes in any of the pics ... stop bothering me! I'd like to keep some semblance of anonymity on the web, you know! And don't expect any new pictures. I hate scanning. And I hate taking photos even more.
Anyway, if you have some questions, comments, and/or death threats, feel free to drop me some e-mail.
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