There is a pretty wicked game of blog post meme resonating from the halls of RE.net. Rich Jacobson, Barry Cunningham and Ian Anderson all threw the gauntlett in my direction. I'm really not that exciting so I'm glad this game has rules so that I don't have to just come up with 5 'things' about me off the cuff (like the last time I was meme'd). So without further ado, and because you could probably care less about my ramblings than about what you are about to learn, here goes......
1. Who is your favorite musical artist?
This one isn't easy. The first concert I ever attended was Paula Abdul. Way before she was passing out onstage at American Idol she was fresh off being a Laker Dancer and really put on a show (especially for a fifth grade pubescent boy). I had a country phase, George Straight and Garth Brooks got me to buy a pair of cowboy boots. Being from the Seattle area Pearl Jam and Nirvana were in the rotation quite frequently in the early 90's as I listened on with teen angst. I had a long love affair with Rap music as well. Tupac, Snoop Doggy Dogg, Dr. Dre, Eminem. I just love the way they crafted their words. To me, it was art. If I could only listen to one song the rest of my life, it would be Dylan's Hurricane.
Of course, My all time favorite would be Rich Jacobson. Man, have you ever heard that guy wail? He's like the next John Mayer!
2. Who is your favorite artist?
Say what? I failed an art history class in college. It was the only class I ever failed in my life. It probably has more to do with the fact that it started at 7am, but art is one area where I need some serious cultural enhancement. However, living in the Pacific Northwest I have had multiple occassions to come across the work of Dale Chihuly. What this man can do with glass is nothing short of amazing.
Of course, I saw some pretty good macaroni art hanging on the fridge at Rich Jacobson's house, I'm pretty sure he did it since his kids are all out of elementary school by now, it was really good.
3. Who is your favorite blogger?
I have a lot of people that I subscribe to from all different walks of life. I get even more fed to me reading Jon's favorite posts. I am going to go with Marc Davison. I love the passion that he has for making real estate better for the consumer. The stories he tells of growing up in NY always make me feel like I'm there. The way he relates those stories back to the consumer's experience in real estate always makes me want to do something re-marc-able.
But then, of course, there's Rich Jacobson. The guy is just an amazing writer, and shares such incredible insights concerning real estate and wisdom about life in general.
4. If you could meet anyone (alive or dead), who would it be and what is the most interesting thing about them?
I have never met either of my biological grandfathers. I was raised by my grandpa's but they weren't my biological ones. I'm sure I would learn a lot about myself if I got the chance to meet my biological grandfathers. Before I tried to answer this question, I'd never ONCE in my life thought I wanted to meet them. But now, right as I sit here writing this, I have this really overpowering desire to meet them.........ok, this is weird, I need to move on..........
Of course, had I not met Rich Jacobson already I would have surely answered this question in four words.......Rich Jacobson, nuff said!
5. What did you want to be when you grew up?
I wanted to be a great father and husband. I still want to be a great father and husband. My parents were divorced when I was 8. My mom will be the first one to tell you that my Dad was a really good dad but a horrible husband. I didn't get to have my Dad around for most of my formative years. I want to make sure that I am there for my son. I don't want him to have to learn how to shave on his own. I don't want him to have to learn about girls on his own. I don't want him to ever feel like I am not in the next room so that he can come to me with whatever he needs to talk about. I am lucky, I'm going to get to be what I wanted to be when I grow up (whenever that is).
Of course, if I have to grow up someday, I want to be just like my hero, Rich Jacobson.
6. What is the most interesting piece of trivia you know?
Each king in a deck of playing cards represents a great king from history: Spades - King David, Clubs - Alexander the Great, Hearts - Charlemagne, Diamonds - Julius Caesar.
Of course, Hoyle, the popular playing card maker has introduced a new line of cards where all the Kings are modeled after Rich Jacobson.....I have a whole case.
7. If you could live in any point in history what would it be and why?
I could see myself living in the time of Western expansion across the US. What is that, early to mid 1800's. The idea of packing up everything you own in a wagon and heading west to make a new life for your family seems strangely alluring to me. I'm sure after a few days I would be longing for my comfy bed, but then again, I wouldn't know what my comfy bed felt like.......
Of course, the leader of our fearless wagon train would have to be Rich Jacobson or we would surely get swept away by the Missouri or high centered on the Rockies.
8. What is the most interesting job you have ever held?
Community builder for ActiveRain. Never a dull day here, that's for sure!! Also, it's kind of surreal to think that my job is watching over an online social network. When I was little if you had given me a million guesses as to what I would be doing at age 30, I guarantee this wouldn't be on the list.
Of course, working along side Rich Jacobson is the best job I've ever had........even though no one asked.
I pick: Jon and Matt and Glin and Claire (yep, she's new) and Nicole and Jerry and Rich and Brad. You know who you are so I won't link. (how many was I suppose to pick?)
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Bob - Thanks for sharing. I am on that wagon train headed west. I've always felt that allure.
Bob - I'll buy being the community builder is the most interesting job you've had. At times, it's probably like moderating the staff from, "One flew over the cuckoo's nest." But Paula Abdul?!? Though I totally understand the pubescent boy thing. I still fight with that daily:-)
Love that Dylan song by the way, one of my all-time fav's!
Hi Bob,
Snoop Dog!!! I was just told I was too old to listen to rap music...LOL!
Great meme, I bet you are a great Dad! :)
That rap craps got a beat but I always thought of it as a joke....
Seems like Hurricane's been around forever but he looks much younger than I expected, he was in town the other day for the Arts Festival.
Bob - Paula Adbul? Snoop Dog? <<groan>>
So what are you really saying? That when grow up you want to be Rich Jacobson? ; -)
Seriously Bob, this was a great meme, and I loved getting to know more about you, and I think if we asked your family they would say that you are a great husband and father.
Loved learning a bit more about you! I never did know the trivia about the cards. Not that I know much about cards. I stay away from the card games.
Hi Bob... I love your taste in art! Dale Chihuly is beyond amazing, I haven't had a chance to see his work in person yet but I can imagine!
Very cool trivia piece but who is this Rich Jacobson you keep referring to? ;-)
Bob, Too cool! Must admit that I like your writing style and rambling. Oh wait, I do that to - imagine that! No wonder!! Enjoyed your MeMe. Love Dylan, but I was growing up during that time. Chihuly is awesome. We're lucky to have a sculpture of his downtown, not only the fact that there was an exhibit here for a while. But who's this guy that you keep on wanting to emulate - Rich Jacobson? Do we all need to talk to Jonathan about getting you out of your office more?!?
I cracked up at all the Rich Jacobson mentions. You must owe him big time :)
On a serious note...I think you are a wonderful dad and I bet you won't repeat the mistakes your own dad made.
Bob I guess no one was safe from having to do one of these, but this one was easier than in the past since all we had to do was answer questions. Good Job.
Bob: Your taste in music is ALL over the place--a true music lover! I have to check out your favorite blogger also! As for the trivia--I LOVE cards/poker and was raised around Bridge-playing ladies ALL of my life and NEVER knew that about the kings! Thanks for sharing...
BOB, I WAY enjoyed our meme. I was fortunate to have a wonderful Dad who at 91 is still like the energizer bunny. My parents just took a trip to Kansas from Colorado with their little travel trailer. They were in a huge hail storm this afternoon. They are back in Colorado this evening safe and sound.
I can tell you are going to be a wonderful Dad for your little one. It is a wonderful gift to give your children. I know I have been blessed.
I think you should have named this post "My Obsession with Rich Jacobsen" LOL Oh and I LOVE Chihuly glass art. I recognized his pieces as soon as I saw the photos on your post.
What am I, chopped liver? I sent the command for a meme over too... And if I'd known you liked Chihuly, I could have dragged you down to the Atlanta Botanical Garden. No Rich Jacobsen, but there are some Chihuly pieces there.
The most informative piece of information that I gleaned from this post is not in anything you actually write, but just the empirical evidence its very posting provides that you are not, in fact, dead.
Good to see Sideshow Bob back in action.
Bob, you are a trip. But.... who is this Rich guy you keep talking about? ;)
Who wrote this post?
Bob, I got to listen to one of my favorite songs thanks to your post. And I learned something new about playing cards. Check your mail later this week...
Bob- I don't think Rich is gonna give you many bonus points just because you used his name in every answer. If he does, I am going to go and redo my Crouchmaster Anti Meme!
BTW- you do realize you have been tagged with the Anti Meme too?
Hi Bob,
Now I just want to know why are sucking up to Rich? What does he know that we need to know? Come on, Rich tell us.
Great MeMe Bob ! You sound like a wonderful Daddy ! Happy Belated Father's Day by the way !
I've been waiting to be MeMe'd. Darn you Bob Stewart. Darn you. :P
GLad you responded to your MEME, its always fun to learn more fun things about people on here. That was a great post!!
I can officially vouch that you are a fantastic father, but you are also an incredible son and grandson. To say I am proud of you would be an understatement. Keep on living and fulfilling your dreams.
Sounds like you are living your dream !
What a great meme "Bob the Builder!" I've already been tagged, you'll have to find another....if there are any left! lol~ I think the entire AR community has now been tagged! :-)
that was great! thanks for letting us get to know you better!!!
Bob, I loved reading your Meme! I thought I was bad when I said I loved disco in my Meme, lol...I am a fan of Bob Dylan myself and have been to several of his concerts...I think I was the only straight one there, that didn't have on Birkenstocks and have my hair braided! Great song.
You sound like an amazing father and husband. Best of luck in your continued success with Active Rain!
Bob, Thanks for the meme. It was great to get to know you better...or is this Rich? I have to say I am intrigued by the music, from Tupac to Hurricane as your favorite....very broad spectrum. You will make a great dad, when you grow up.
Georgina,
I believe you have to input the fruit once per session. So if you log out and come back, you may have to do it more than once per day.......but that's the idea.