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Let start with your clan name? Black Rose Do you have any nicknames? Personal or in game? Rose, Rosie,,bitch I'm sure,,hahahahaha When and where were you born? 1963 Lindsay Ontario Canada When you were a child, what did you want to be when you grew up? no idea Where have you lived? Ontario What got you into gaming? Long ago I started with BB boards,,, when the internet was very young. Your first game you played? I cant remember the name but have played so many. And what do you play now? cod 4 and cod5 mainly. Why did you join XI? I have know a lot of ppl here for a very long time. What do you get from being in this clan? friendship What is your favorite hobby? gardening,, reading,, playing with photo shop etc. What is your favorite travel destination? I'm not a big traveler. Never been out of Canada. Are you married? Yes Do you have children? 2 beautiful girls. What kind of pets do you have, if any? What are their names? 2 dogs, a sheep doodle and golden doodle Are you a sports fan? If so, what is your favorite team? I use to watch Nascar,,and the Redskins and Dallas. I used to play tennis and badminton when I was a teen and roller skated. Now i would kill myself trying,,hahahahahah What causes are you passionate about? environment,,helping others Do you volunteer? If so, where? I have done so much volunteering that it would be a very long list, from helping in office and classrooms at my girls school,, running a non profit group about ponds/waterways in nature and backyards, and everything in between. And of course working on Gaming Clan things. Just wanting to help others. What is an interesting fact about you? I am not a stripper...lol old joke when idiot guys(in gaming) thought because of my name and voice I was one What is your current job title? retired mom and wife. If you could give a younger person career advice, what would it be? Please don't believe what social media tells you, be kind because being a hateful person gets you know where. Follow your dreams. If you were granted 1 wish, what would you wish for? win lottery and escape to an island and spread world peace by dropping weed by airplane all over the world,,heheheh Pictures of my 2 girls our dogs and my hubby that I am so proud of!!

Hi all as you know a few weeks ago my wife was diagnosed with Bowel Cancer. Well yesterday she went into hospital and they carried out a 4 hour surgery to remove part of her lower bowel and intestine that contained the tumour. The surgeon told me it was a lot larger than they expected 15cm across (the size of a large grapefruit). Well they got it all and there were no signs of it spreading. As a precaution they took a few biopsies further up the bowel and intestine to be sent off for testing. Although my wife is in a lot of pain and requires a lot of healing we are all over the moon and she looks better already.

Howdy folks. I had a lot to be thankful for this past Thanksgiving. It took me a hot minute to make this post but I am here now. I'd like to introduce the newest member of our family (3rd child), baby boy Yahia born on Nov 23rd. He's so cuddly, and has a lot in common with me. He likes boobs, taking naps, belches and farts all the time - no DNA test needed. This has been a tough year for me but he is the best news I could have hoped for. I love kids, wanted 10 wife said 2, I gave in, but then mysteriously the 3rd arrived. I told her it was a total accident , it just slipped in. I love this newborn stage, I am getting all the nose rubs and kisses in until he becomes old enough to start smacking my face like his older sister did. Here's a picture of him hanging out on my lap. Thanks for reading.

Hello everyone, some of you already know, but I think I need to mention it again. I have COPD (now on oxygen) and my voice doesn't always work the way I'd like. The cough and ESPECIALLY my medicine (cortisone) are attacking my vocal cords. If I don't say anything, it's not because I don't want to, but because I CAN'T. But there's no need to be rude right away. It's as if I'm hoarse, or sometimes my voice breaks off in the middle of a sentence. Or I speak loudly and my voice comes back right then. Thanks for reading Jenny / Cheyenne

It was a little over 14 years ago that me and some friends stumbled across the XI servers, COD5 FT to be exact, became members shortly after, and have continued to be here ever since. Is nice to be able to come out and play and just enjoy the banter with a great bunch of guys and gals. Cheers

I just wanted to come on here because I am a proud mama. I dont tell a whole lot of people about my son's problems in his life. As some of you do know he has Aspergers. So its been some what of a challenge in certain areas but in all aspects of life you adapt and over come. Well it has taken alot but I am so proud to say that he got accepted into a nursing program and is going to try for Nurse Practioner.

Its with a mixture of heavy and light heart that Dad came to collect his favorite girl into his arms again last night just after Midnite. She went so peaceful and in zero pain, and thats all a child can ask for at the end. I am a firm believer that our Parents bring us into this world, raise us the best they can and then it is our job to be there and support them as they leave this world. She is up on a boat fishing away with Pops now and in no more pain, she started dying 3 years ago when Dad passed, they were truelly 2 souls connected as one Thank you to all for your kind words of support this week, i passed them all along to Mom and my Brother and Sister Much love Stormy/James

so after knowing this person for over 40 years . Monday i lost the person i loved .she is pain no more . me and Tabatha will keep going as Miyra would have wanted us to. she will be missed every day .tell we meet again you will be in my heart

I am so proud of my husband @P1nh3ad. I have been asking for a new bathroom for years. So after months of orientating we started to renovatie our bathroom mid of february. Exactly one month later he finished it, and it looks even more beautiful then i imagined it. So i would love to share this masterpiece with you. He renewed the plumbing, floor, made a new wall between de walk-in shower and the toilet, and everything else, too much to mention. Last picture is the old bathroom.

hi all, i have been in communication with Flowerpower and i asked him for if he would like to share anything about this dad, he sent this message via flowerpower Good morning Dave , From the son of Peter . N MEMORIAM – TANGMERE-XI All, I’m writing a message on behalf of my dad, whom is known to you as Tangmere-XI. He enjoyed gaming with you guys very frequently and also for several (many) years in a row so most of you might know him. Sadly, I have to inform you that my dad Peter passed away at 5 September last month, due to a cardiac arrest. Still can’t believe it, but I’m sure he wants me to move on from this when the time is right, otherwise he would’ve kicked my ass. Every night he was playing World at War. Throwing around buzzwords through the headset like ‘’Jochie, Lamlul and Wichser’’ at random, these words became quite familiar to me as well. He was always having fun with you guys and I’m glad that he did. Even whilst I was sitting upstairs, I heard him laughing and saying these famous buzzwords all the time. But probably there were a lot more than the three I mentioned before. He recently bought a new PC, and needless to say I was trying to move him over to newer, more recent Call of Duty and ActionRPG-games as I – and everybody’s mother almost – is playing these nowadays. But… you know the fun part? He didn’t want to as he said multiple times ‘’Nah…these guys ain’t on there - they are all on World at War so I’ll just stay there.’’ That is how much he enjoyed playing with you guys. I couldn’t get him over to enjoy all the new-generation games with me, even when he sat at a new 3000 Dollar PC….. Thanks I guess, guys? I’m so glad and thankful for the trips we made in the last years. Father and son. As some of you may know we visited some famous WW2-sites. 2x Normandy, 1x Bastogne and two months ago we went to Germany to do some third-reich sightseeing. These were great, great trips where we had lots of fun and where we saw many interesting stuff. Obviously these trips are now very, very special to me. Please know that Peter (Tangmere), still IS the best dad that I could’ve ever wanted, and I’m very grateful for the times I spent with him and for all that he thought me. Although it was (way too) short, I will keep him and his memories close to my heart. As a kid I had everything I wished for because of him and my mom and he raised me as a proper man with morals, values and virtues. I’m proud of him. _On behalf of Tang…._ *I want to thank you all for the good and fun times online. It was a real pleasure.* *One last salute to you all.* If you want more pictures let me know. It was intense to read...what kind words from a son for his father Gr Mat (flower As flower said what lovely words at his time of grief. i know i never got chance to help him become a member, wish id pushed him more with it, but he loved XI and in my eyes will always be a member of the XI family. never forgotten and loved by us all x 2 photos attached of Tang and Tang with flower power his close friend

Let start with your clan name? Wildthing>XI< Do you have any nicknames? Personal or in game? My mother who past this last year would always call me James. James go do this James go do that. I asked her why didn’t you name me James and she said she didn’t want everyone calling me Jim. When and where were you born? I was born 5 years to the day that JFK was assassinated. 11/22/1968 in Binghamton, NY When you were a child, what did you want to be when you grew up? I wanted to be like my father and a navy seal to serve my country. GOD had other plans for me because I had epilepsy growing up from 2 years of age to 20 years. One thing that my father taught me was to never give up or take no for an answer when people would tell me I could not do things. Where have you lived? I have lived in 5 States in this country of the United States of America. I feel that as a nation we have torn ourselves apart and really not looked at how we became one of the super powers of the world. I would like to share some music that I feel trully touches on the meaning of America. Feel the words and feel the meaning please. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wTSLRbm8L9E https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q65KZIqay4E https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ruNrdmjcNTc What got you into gaming? My parents Your first game you played? Atari 2600 Space invaders And what do you play now? Too Many Too Name Why did you join XI? It was in the start of Call of Duty Two I had a 486 machine and just married my wife and had free time because of her being busy as a CAN working long hours. What do you get from being in this clan? Everything. I have made friends around the world. I have party with these friends, and I have help build the clan as a member. What is your favorite hobby? Shooting idiots. What is your favorite travel destination? Any >XI< Fest, I can make it too. Are you married? Yes poor woman Do you have children? Yes What kind of pets do you have, if any? What are their names? cats that were rescued and a dog that was a rescue. Baby, Rusty, Sunny, and Coco Are you a sports fan? If so, what is your favorite team? Sports is so overrated and over paid. Pay the soldiers of America more they sacrifice more! What causes are you passionate about? Xtremeidiots Do you volunteer? If so, where? I did for the greenfield Iowa tornado victims. What is an interesting fact about you? In my eyes I see myself as a nobody in this world because in this big world no one will remember me after a hundred years go by. Have you continued your education past college or university with career development seminars or classes? What kind? I am currently working towards my master’s degree in business administration Did you know what profession you wanted to work in when you started college? Yes Did you belong to any professional organizations? No What is your current job title? Dock Worker Did you win any awards or recognitions during your education? Nope Where do you work? XPO What other job titles have you had in your career? Too Many to Name Goal...To obtain a management position with a dynamic corporation where I can use my energy and skills to develop, motivate, lead, and encourage employee productivity. Accomplishments § I have experience in Human Resources, Environmental Science, Fundamentals of Business Finance, Intermediate Economics, Intermediate Finance, Financial Statement Analysis, and Financial Decision Making. § I have 40 years in a retail environment and helping customers. I have RMA/RA experience in working with suppliers and right to the manufactures. § I have 30 years in computer repair, networking, telecommunication repair and computer repair. I have worked in a management environment with restaurant businesses. § Training and Teaching Skills to new employees and bringing older employees up to speed on new processes. Special Skills § I have experience with windows 3.1 to windows 10. I have networking skills and telephone networking. I have knowledge in computer building and the need for a network in the business. I have worked with training people in new software applications to improve ordering and returning merchandise. Employment History Dock Worker: XPO Logistics(2023-Current) § Unloading and Loading crew Retail Support: Wal-Mart Supercenter(2021-2023) · Cashier · Sales Associate · Train new employees Technical Support: LTD Broadband (2018-2020) § Trouble Shoot customer issues. § Dispatcher over 16 Field Techs § Training of new Phone Support Techs Production Employee: Zumbro River Brand (2016-2019) § Extrusion Operator Cap 2 Supervisor: Wal-Mart Supercenter (2015-2016) § Oversee the unloading crew. Store Manager: Dollar General (2014 - 2015) § Serving Customers Jogger: Brown Printing Company (2011 - 2014) § Labourer Laborer: Express Personal Services (2010 - 2011) § Labourer Sales Assoicate: Wal-Mart Supercenter (2006 - 2010) § Serving Customers Computer Technician: Desktop Media (2000 - 2008) § Repair and Trouble shoot customer issues. Education Grand Canyon University Business Administration (2010 - 2014) Why do you like your job? Don’t have to deal with customers 24/7 How would you describe your career? One day at a time like my life. What are some accomplishments you've achieved during your career? Nothing Describe a time that your career was rewarding. When servers that worked under me as a boss came up to me and thanked me for being the boss I was and that I had gotten them ready for what the real world was going to be like. What do you hope to accomplish in your career? · Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life.” (Confucius) · “It’s not what you achieve, it’s what you overcome. That’s what defines your career.” (Carlton Fisk) · “Work to become, not to acquire.” (Elbert Hubbard) · “Find out what you like doing best and get someone to pay you for doing it.” (Katherine Whitehorn) · “I’ve missed more than 9,000 shots in my career. I’ve lost almost 300 games. 26 times, I’ve been trusted to take the game winning shot and missed. I’ve failed over and over and over again in my life. And that is why I succeed.” (Michael Jordan) · “Failure doesn’t mean you are a failure it just means you haven’t succeeded yet.” (Robert H. Schuller) · “The best way to predict the future is to create it.” (Abraham Lincoln) · “Our greatest weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time.” (Thomas A. Edison) · “I think everyone should experience defeat at least once during their career. You learn a lot from it.” (Lou Holtz) · “I want to look back on my career and be proud of the work, and be proud that I tried everything.” (Jon Stewart) Are you involved in any professional/ non-profit/sports organizations? If so, do you have a title or rank within these organizations? No What is your favorite sport? None Do you play any sports? No If you were granted 1 wish, what would you wish for? God’s rule over the earth. With that I will leave you with one last song to feel with and know me better. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6tatKFXlYiY

Friday morning 5/24/24 at 7:30 am while at work I started feeling lots of chest pain and thought it might be heartburn so I tried to get my day going. Within a few minutes I started feeling sweaty and the pain got worse. I have been thru this before so I went in to my Bosses office and sat down and told him I couldn't do my job the way I was feeling because it wasn't safe. about 2 minutes later I asked him to please call 911 and I took a nitro tab and removed my dress shirt. "Didn't want it cut off me". Lucky for me the Fire Department is only about 10 blocks straight down the street and before he was off the phone we could hear the sirens. The Paramedics ran a tape on me and told me I was having a Massive Heart Attack and transported me the 1/2 mile to the hospital ER where I stayed for about 10 minutes. Time is crucial in this sort of shit. I was in the Operating room is less than 20 minutes from the 911 call and the Dr.'s spent the next 2.5 hours working on bring me back. From what I have learned so far I had a "Plaque Rupture" in my Aorta meaning the plaque rupture the blood vessel wall and caused a major blockage to the main flow of blood to my heart and also sent clots into the lower chamber. They were able to put in a Stent and break up most of the clots while in the Cath Lab without having to cut open my chest. I sent the next 24 hrs. in ICU because they had to give me a Heparin IV to quickly thin my blood so the clots would break up rather then travel to my brain and cause a Stroke. The next 2 days were in CICU to monitor my recovery. Needless to say my Wife was frantic about seeing me like this and in much worse shape then before during my previous attacks. Good news is both my other Stents are just fine but this new one is in a major area. I had quit smoking cigs 14 months ago because of the last one but my body just makes plaque regardless of what I eat or do. I am now home where I am much more comfortable and with the love of my life and if I keep getting better I can return to work within 14 days or so? However it is hard to keep my stress level down when all I can think about is the medical bills that will start arriving soon and the money I am not making while at home resting. The thought of us losing our home among other things is driving me crazy right now. I would rather leave this earth with her having our home and some savings than to be here and her become homeless. If you smoke please stop, if you eat poorly please try to eat better and if you don't exercise at least try to walk 30 minutes a day. Do this not for yourself "it will help you" but do it for those who love you and cherish you. Tell those you love those words as often as possible because you never know what your final words to them might be or when you might not come home from work. Peace and LOVE to you all.

As many of you know, back in February I had a full mouth teeth extraction done, too many hard drugs and lack of dental care in my younger years had them rotting and breaking in my mouth, so, had 26 teeth pulled at once. The last 2.5 months have been mentally taxing to say the least, you dont realize before hand just what a difference it is going from teeth to no teeth, even crooked broken bojangled teeth like I had, then to just gums, its been a time i tell ya! But, light at the end of tunnel has arrived! I got my prototype dentures today. I wear these for a week and report back any issues, rubbing, tight spots, sizing ect. Color will be decided in 1 week as well,currently teeth and gums of dentures exact same color, the final ones with have proper coloring and such So here is pics of my smile before extraction, after extraction and with prototype dentures in...what a difference!!! also, any members with full dentures who have any advice on adjusting/eating/talking please feel free to drop your advice here

With a heavy heart I thought I would post this to all that my have known or played with Teds of Beverly Hills - William (Bill) Bell had passed away October 5, 2024. He was born on December 17, 1952. Lived in Kingman, AZ. I have a heart broken as well as others I'm sure, but I'm glad to have driven to see him a few months back while he was not well. We have a great dinner and lunch as I stayed at his house for a short visit and glad I did. I was communicating with him as he had gone to his sister house in Lake Havasu the last 2 months under her care and hospice! I'll always cherish the conversations we had for hours and laughed at many of the things we had in common. Many of you may know him longer but I always felt I knew him for many years. Always had a great time flaming him but I know now he is in great hands of God and is resting peacefully and not suffering! Love you Ted or as I gave him a nickname of Underwear and only he would understand that. Rest in Peace Bill!!! Your bud, Bob E. Chavez (BlownAwaybyLewinski)

As most of you know I've been in Healthcare for years. I started out when I was 20. Started out as a CNA in an Alzheimers and Dementia unit and that's where I've been since. Got my nursing degree and stayed. Covid took alot out of me mentally and physically to where I just feel that my mental health has become so unhealthy as well. And I feel it's time for a big change in many ways. Eating right. Exercise and a new career path. I've been wanting yo make this change for a while and now I finally have. Okay thanks for letting me vent.

I would LOVE SO FUCKING MUCH to see admins ENFORCE the "No Accusations Of Hacking" rule Has been a shit load of whiney ass bitches lately, and it 99% seems directed at Sharpe. Its bullshit, its annoying as fuck, grow the fuck up. The guy has of his OWN FREE WILL submitted video of him playing, hes fucking better than ya all, suck it up! Every day the same bunch of people crying on comms that he is bullshit, noway he could be that good, that shot was impossible, how did he know i was there, thats impossible! Penguin and i witness a kill last night, player goin batshit on evesdrop saying it was impossible he knew he was there, what WE saw that player didnt as it was overtime was Sharpe in spawn protection after a car, went to run into a room, player in corner, Sharpe ran out, STILL IN SPAWN PROTECTION, shot player through the wall, and the screaming started. Many many many many times in Sharpes team I have given him SPECIFIC info on an enemy, he comes around a corner shooting and gets called a hack for it Bottom line, ya dont like his scores, too fucking bad, get PROOF he is hacking or keep it to yourself, its getting out of control lately Merry fucking christmas StormyClause

Happy Hevenly Birthday Johnny on what would have been your 73rd Birthday, still missing you everyday my friend, God bless you.

Let start with your clan name? dLUX Do you have any nicknames? Personal or in game? dLUX When and where were you born? Santa Monica, CA When you were a child, what did you want to be when you grew up? Soldier Where have you lived? Santa Monica, CA; Simi Valley, CA; Spirit Lake, ID; Frankfurt, Germany; Coeur d’Alene, ID; Dana Point, CA; San Francisco, CA; Tacoma, WA; Spokane, WA; Baghdad, Iraq; Al Asad Air Base, Iraq; Some really small town in northeast Washington State. What got you into gaming? Fun and competition Your first game you played? Pong And what do you play now? Nearly exclusive to COD4 Freezetag. Every time I try a different game it loses its allure after a while and I end up back with COD4. Why did you join XI? I was spending all my time with you jokers so I ended up leaving my old clan and then was invited to join. What do you get from being in this clan? XI tags. What is your favorite hobby? Shooting What is your favorite travel destination? That’s a tough one. Costa Rica and the SW coast of France would be top slots. Are you married? 26 years and counting. Best lady on earth. She not only puts up with me but actually loves me so I am very grateful for her. Do you have children? 3. The youngest graduates from high school this year so pretty close to an empty nester. What kind of pets do you have, if any? What are their names? A yellow lab named Ca$h. 3 cats: Milo, Moo-moo bear, and Frankie. Are you a sports fan? If so, what is your favorite team? I really don’t dig on most American sports but that is because of their politics. Sad but true. I am a new convert to Rugby. Ireland!! What causes are you passionate about? Freedom. Do you volunteer? If so, where? I suppose military service counts. Currently a Fire Commissioner in our district. What is an interesting fact about you? Sadly, I can’t think of anything. Have you continued your education past college or university with career development seminars or classes? What kind? Bachelors degree in World & Comparative Literature. Masters in Education. Infantry Officer Basic Course; Captain’s Career Course; Bradley Leader’s Course; Information Operations (tactical & strategic); NATO Information Operations Did you know what profession you wanted to work in when you started college? Har. No. Did you belong to any professional organizations? Combat Infantryman’s Association; American Legion; Firearms Policy Coalition. What is your current job title? Retired Did you win any awards or recognitions during your education? Har. Where do you work? Retired What other job titles have you had in your career? Stocker, Tire Installation, 1-hour photo (Costco); Infantry Platoon Leader, Infantry Company Executive Officer, Infantry Company Commander, Battalion S-1, Battalion Assistant S-3, Tactical Informations Operations Team Leader. Private Firearms Instructor. Where else have you worked? I taught 6th grade math and science in public school. Homeschooled my own kids until they went to High School. Why did you choose to work in your industry? I chose the Army for the challenge but 9/11 really moved things into high gear. Why do you like your job? Leading men in a combat zone is a unique challenge. Seeing to the welfare and training of them in between deployments was a great privilege. How would you describe your career? Successful What are some accomplishments you've achieved during your career? There is a list of military awards and decorations but surviving all that with my marriage and kids in tact is the greatest. The grace of God in full display. Describe a time that your career was rewarding. When soldiers thanked me. If you could give a younger person career advice, what would it be? Whatever you do, commit yourself fully. What is your favorite thing about your career or industry? The Army paid me to blow things up. That’s pretty cool. What is a valuable lesson you learned in your career? Things are not always as they seem. Keep your eyes open. What is your favorite sport? Soccer and rugby. Admittedly, I know precious little about rugby but its still amazing to watch. Do you play any sports? In my youth I played the common sports here in the States: baseball, basketball, football, soccer, snowboarding, skateboarding, and I’ve done a variety of Martial Arts over the years. My body can’t really take that stuff anymore, unfortunately. If you were granted 1 wish, what would you wish for? I’ve seen that movie, its a trap.

I’m very sad to report that Loco is leaving the Cod4 admin team for personal issues. He has done a huge amount of work for the COD4 community and it will be very hard to replace him. He was in charge of all the map rotations for COD4, so you will have bare with us until we can sort out the map rotations. You will be missed Loco, but the door will always be open for you to come back once your personal issues are sorted. Thank you for everything

Let start with your clan name? Sitting-Duc Do you have any nicknames? Personal or in game? Duc When and where were you born? Beginning of the 90's in England, UK. When you were a child, what did you want to be when you grew up? I'm generally wanting to do something in the military, but more on the intelligence or technology side of things. I don't think I would have done well as a 'grunt' in any form. Where have you lived? England for the majority and Wales whilst I was studying at university. What got you into gaming? My cousins and brother I guess, they played the games and I persuaded them to let me have a go. Started on console SEGA and then moved into PC Gaming. Your first game you played? I believe it would have been Sonic or a similar game in that genre. And what do you play now? I rarely find the time to play games anymore, and when I do I focus on playing single player games that come with little social interaction or time commitment. Generally, city builders like City Skylines or RPG type games like Skyrim or Fallout. Why did you join XI? I was headhunted to bring my scripting skills surrounding the Crysis series into the community. I generally joined as the promise was for servers and environments for me to unleash my creative skills on focusing on administration tooling and extending the original game functionality. What do you get from being in this clan? Rugger would say so much at this point. Generally, I get pain and suffering from a bunch of half-finished projects and ongoing maintenance that I need to keep on top of but rarely do and when I keep putting and putting it off then it becomes a significant, unavoidable job that I *have* to sort out. Excluding the pain and suffering; primarily the community for me focuses on those that have become friends and who I have both travelled with for the XI meetups but also on other trips and experiences. What is your favourite hobby? Currently, it would be working on my house and garden if you call that a hobby, regardless it is something I am both enjoying and hating it at the same time. What is your favourite travel destination? The one I haven't yet been to. The countries I have now been to are: Canada, USA, Iceland, England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, Ireland, France, Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, Austria, Slovenia, Ghana, South Africa, Qatar, Myanmar, Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam and Japan. Out of all of them, the ones I know I will be back to (excluding the UK ones) would be Japan and USA. The USA I visit because of XI more than anything else. Japan is a country that I truly love - the people, culture and food all excel. Are you married? No, but if Hefe ever dies (completely non-suspiciously of course) I'll take his place. Or actually, if the same were to happen to Starla I would marry Hefe. Do you have children? None that I am aware of. What kind of pets do you have, if any? What are their names? There is a phrase in my industry, "cattle not pets". Are you a sports fan? If so, what is your favourite team? Not particularly. A fun fact about me though is that the first football match I ever watched in a stadium was the world cup in Qatar where I watched England play. Honestly couldn't tell you who they played, though. Or who won. What causes are you passionate about? None that I am hugely passionate about. I focus on what is close to me and help where I can, family and friends are what matters to me. Do you volunteer? If so, where? I volunteer here. My time investment in XI varies and is influenced by the competing priorities in my life however it does take a significant portion of time. I generally try and join together my personal development for work and projects for XI to maximize on the time investment. What is an interesting fact about you? Interesting is very subjective.. The countries I have been to as above? Scars that I have? Experiences? Have you continued your education past college or university with career development seminars or classes? What kind? There is a professional requirement for me to maintain Microsoft certifications, I maintain these two as my primary ones: Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert Microsoft Certified: DevOps Engineer Expert Did you know what profession you wanted to work in when you started college? College or University? They are different between the US and UK. However - starting college, I had no idea. When I started at University, I had a good idea that I wanted to go into Software Engineering. Did you belong to any professional organizations? None worth mentioning. What is your current job title? Cloud Solution Architect: Developer Advocate Did you win any awards or recognitions during your education? No, I (thankfully) was just before the generation of 'participation awards'. Where do you work? I currently work for Microsoft in the UK. What other job titles have you had in your career? Trainee Software Engineer Software Engineer Senior Software Engineer Lead Software Engineer Software Engineering Consultant Senior AC&AI Apps Consultant Where else have you worked? I worked at my university part-time whilst studying. After that I worked for the Ministry of Defence. I then started my own company and did some consulting roles with different enterprises. Then Microsoft which is where I still am. Why did you choose to work in your industry? Primarily through my introduction to gaming and enjoying the scripting/programming side of things. This is where Rugger says I owe it all to him and XI. Why do you like your job? I enjoy the problem-solving element. Working with an enterprise to understand their challenges be that people, process or technology and then helping them achieve their goals. I also like the flexibility of the work and how it enables me to travel in my personal life. How would you describe your career? Pretty good, I would guess? What are some accomplishments you've achieved during your career? Most come under an NDA in one form or another. The big ones would be the ones that affect hundreds of thousands of people or have been significant financially. Describe a time that your career was rewarding. In one way or another, most days are rewarding. There is a 'learn it all' attitude that you are required to have in technology, and I try and maintain that to finish every day learning something new. If you could give a younger person career advice, what would it be? Likely at this point to go into the generative AI space and understand that you need to develop your skills across a spectrum. There is no point being fully technical if you can't talk to your customers or business peers to develop a wholistic solution. What is your favourite thing about your career or industry? It's my favourite and not at the same time - but probably the pace of change. There is always news and technology advancements that amaze me. What is a valuable lesson you learned in your career? Learning the power of 'insightful listening'. What do you hope to accomplish in your career? Early retirement. Are you involved in any professional/ non-profit/sports organizations? If so, do you have a title or rank within these organizations? No. What is your favourite sport? I thought I had answered this - none, really. Do you play any sports? Nope, I avoid them. If you were granted 1 wish, what would you wish for? Probably time.

***2024 FALLEN MEMBER MEMORIAL*** Call of Duty 2 Event Server = 63.251.20.230:28960 >XI< 2024 Fallen Member Memorial #December2Remember #Idiot4Life #NeverForgotten #16thAnniversary 2 DAY EVENT December 14-December 15---- Server start time 2pm EST - 3pm EST As the holidays comes toward us and a new year approaches. We always put together a event to remember those that have departed this life and have shared their time in the clan, bringing joy,laughter and a very fond friendship to this family of Idiots. The passing of our clan mates have been very heavy on many of us including myself. We pick up and carry on as we have in the past and pay tribute to each and everyone of them. If you could find a few minutes to stop in and perhaps share some stories of those who have passed or just have a little shoot up in their honor that would be fantastic. Hope to see you there! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u16NMlp1Lkc ( Video from 2016 event ) --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ****OUR FALLEN**** MAY THEY REST IN PEACE Snap>XI< - Passed Away: 14/11/2024 JKM>XI< - Passed Away: 23/10/2024 Kamo7s>XI< - Passed Away: 14/10/2024 *TedsofBeverlyHills>XI< - Passed Away: 05/10/2024 Tangmere>XI< - Passed Away: 05/09/2024 Poseidon>XI< - Passed Away: 02/06/2024 BuddyChrist>XI< - Passed Away: 02/02/2024 *Hunter>XI< - Passed Away: 30/11/2023 *BudSr>XI< - Passed Away: 04/05/2023 Sherm>XI< - Passed Away: 28/5/2022 Starfire>XI< - Passed Away: 20/4/2022 *BlackBart>XI< - Passed Away: 19/8/2021 7Toes>XI< - Passed Away: 12/8/2021 Corpse2>XI< - Passed Away: 7/4/2021 Justice>XI< - Passed Away: 6/11/2020 _Derxos_>XI< - Passed Away: 27/9/2020 NumNutz>XI< - Passed Away: 11/4/2020 *Johnny Dos>XI< - Passed Away: 18/1/2020 *Dadda2>XI< - Passed Away: 20/12/2019 Mac Daddy>XI< - Passed Away: 22/02/2019 USMale>XI< - Passed Away: 01/07/2018 AH1>XI< - Passed Away: 19/07/2017 *CobraBites>XI< - Passed Away: 13/07/2017 2CuteSue>XI< - Passed Away: 17/03/2017 MrBubbles>XI< - Passed Away: 08/11/2016 Afroman>XI< - Passed Away: 08/11/2016 JohnnyQuest>XI< - Passed Away: 09/09/2016 Tball>XI< - Passed Away: 14/01/2015 Dolphin>XI< - Passed Away: 29/11/2014 RustyRifle>XI< - Passed Away: 10/04/2014 Casper>XI< - Passed Away: 12/01/2013 *Killa>XI< - Passed Away: 18/12/2008 ( *=Served as an admin ) --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ">XI< Fallen Member Memorial 2024" Map packs are there and can be downloaded 192.223.24.41:28960 >XI< 2024 Fallen Member Memorial ***ROTATION IS AS FOLLOWS*** set sv_mapRotation "gametype dm map mp_downtown gametype lib map mp_snowtown_beta gametype ctf map mp_brecourt gametype lib map mp_lflnchateau_lib gametype dm map mp_xi_kastle gametype lib map mp_outpost2_lib gametype ctf map mp_burgundy gametype tdm map mp_rhine gametype lib map mp_winter_bocage_lib gametype dm map mp_blockarena gametype tdm map islands gametype ctf map mp_railyard gametype dm map mp_dawgy gametype ctf map mp_devils_den_beta3 gametype lib map mp_rushtown_lib_finale gametype tdm map mtl_raiders gametype dm map mp_leningrad gametype ctf map mp_lflnchateau_lib gametype tdm map mp_decoy gametype lib map mp_matmata_lib gametype lib map mp_tigertown_lib gametype dm map mp_trainstation gametype tdm map mtl_pirates gametype ctf map mp_carentan gametype lib map mp_draguignan_lib gametype dm map mtl_the_rock gametype tdm map mp_toujane gametype ctf map mp_aquadukt2 gametype ctf map mp_daba gametype dm map mp_delta_mission gametype lib map mp_ol_ramelle" --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Should anyone need help with their game please send me or PainKiller a DM ! ***SPECIAL NOTE*** Make sure to set your seta com_hunkMegs "512" as it is default "160" and will be to low for some maps...Also make sure to have a mic hooked up

A customer of mine who is a car enthusiast has asked me to wire up his new shed. This is what I was welcomed with when I arrived . Absolutely beautiful.

yesterday we had the celebration of life for my wife .it was a very nice day .Tabatha did a great job on all the flowers and stuff to remember her mother .

It is with a very heavy heart to say, that early this morning, my wife and I lost our boy Baxter, he would have been 13 in September. His health took a turn last night and was up with him 2-3am this morning but sadly did not make it through the night. He was a rescue, so we'll cherish the times and years he was with us and in knowing that he had good home and a loving family. He is and will be deeply missed, he was quite the character. Rest in Peace buddy.

to inform you that my wife of almost 32 years passed away on April 22nd after our long battle with lung cancer. She was laid to rest this past Saturday, April 26th. She was originally diagnosed in 2017, and in August that year had her right lung's upper lobe removed. She was good after that surgery for over four years, and in fact returned to work for a time and attended two XI Fest - the one in Niagara Falls, five or six weeks after her surgery in 2017 and the Fest in South Carolina in 2019. In 2019, Wildthing even arranged a birthday cake for her and we celebrated, since the S. C. Fest was during her birthday weekend! She also attended the Gatlinburg Fest in 2016 (her favorite one, though she loved them all)! She loved to travel, so always on board for the Fest. But ultimately, the Chemo and Radiation was not working, and you can take only so much of both. We knew it was coming, and she was on full time oxygen and on a lot of pain medications and last six months, but her passing has been difficult nonetheless. Our two sons are still at home with me, so we are staying busy and are adjusting to living without our lady in the house. https://www.tctimes.com/news/obituaries/debra-ann-brumar/article_a0f57aeb-b755-4fa1-b97c-f19cd2efb46b.html First two pics, Glenwood Springs, Colorado 2013; family photo Florida 2014; Balcony pic, Gatlinburg XI Fest 2016 and last is Niagara Falls 2017:

Hi all Well as you know I had Biopsies taken of growth's on my vocal chords for suspected throat Cancer. Friday I finally recieved the results.... they are Benign and the Doctors hope to reduce them with medication and remove whats left after at a later date. But the CT scan i had the week after the Biopsies has revealed other lumps/ growths in my neck so now I am back in the Hospital tomorrow morning at 7:30 am to get more Biopsies, fingers crossed i get the same result . But either way I will carry on regardless and hopefully be back in game real soon. Take care everyone see you later

As some of you know from the UK XI get together last year, and previous Zoom gatherings I have had a problem with my throat for over a year and kept losing my voice. Doctors kept telling me on 3 seperate occasions that it was due to Covid or should I say long Covid . Well about November I lost my voice almost completely only the odd day where i was remotely audible. After waiting weeks to see my Doctor I finally got an appointment 3rd January. Thankfully my usual Doctor was off sick so I had to see a Stand in, And the first thing he did was refer me to Hospital. 2 weeks ago I saw the ENT consultant who after asking me numerous questions shoved a camera up my nose and down into my throat, Well I have 3 or more growths on my Vocal Chords, what they are we do not know yet. But I am going into Hospital 7:30am this coming Monday for Biopsies to determine what happens next. Now I am not under any illusion that this was inevitable after 43 years of Smoking, but it is a major kick in the teeth after the wife having bowel cancer last year It would have been nice to have one year without any Crap. But No matter what one way or another I will get through this and then you wont be able to shut me up I will keep you all updated once I have any information. Take care all Rob (Baldie)

Had to have Ma taken to hospital in an ambulance 2 days ago. She has been ill for a while and it got alot worse, hadnt eaten in a week and very little fluids and couldnt keep anything down but gained 22lbs in a week and a half with fluid retention, could barely get from bed to the bathroom. The admitted her and have been running tests, her liver and kidney numbers were through the roof. They did some CT scans and ultrasounds and found blood clots, one in/on her liver and one in lower IVC vein in her upper right leg, then they found one in her upper IVC vein in chest. They are now concerned it is one massive clot all together. The Dr said it is totally out of his area of expertise so they are consulting with a Dr that specializes in Clots. We should know more today as to weather they are going to continue with blood thinner or have to operate to remove it. Then we still have to figure out the liver and kidneys after that I was with her last night and she is hallucinating and saw my Dad who passed 3 years ago this month, very incoherant and weak. Dr says she is on a teeter totter right now, and things could go any way, she could be home in weeks and right as rain or some clot could let go and she would be gone before the nurses even got the alarm Im not a praying man myself, more of a good thoughts and vibes, my Mom is very devout and would gladly take any prayers or good thoughts sent her way If i seem a little off, or quiet just wanted to let you'se know why. Ill still be using the game and my amazing friends in servers as my "escape" and "detoxing" as much as I can to save my mentality and some sort of normallcy James/ StormCrow

Extracted 175 pounds of honey last week. So far today I bottled 28 bottles each bottle is 500 mil. They hold 1 pound 6.5-7.5 ounces each. That converts to 637-667 grams. The air bubbles will rise up and out over 24 hours.

I Was taken ill on friday with stroke symptoms and was diagnosed with bells palsy, this has left me with 80% of rightside face paralysed and facial expressions, eating, drinking etc very difficult. right eye i cant keep shut without strapping it as it drys out and could cause permenant damage. on strong steroids at the moment so hopefully i will heal quickly but been told can take 6 months. so i will be going on cod4 freezetag 149 server as and when im up to it and if i sound like im pissed im not! So treat everyday as a blessing as you never know whats waiting around the corner.

Please help me welcome our newest COD4 Admins - @Totty @VHS2 @BiggieUK They will make a great addition to the COD4 admin team Congrats!

Let start with your clan name? Clan Name is Lovyan Do you have any nicknames? Personal or in game? Kimee or Lovyan or Lovy When and where were you born? Loma Linda, CA (So Cal) When you were a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?i grew up in So cal, and wanted to be a Cop or Lawyer, but decided to be a full time Housewife n Mom Where have you lived? California, Texas, & Florida What got you into gaming?back in the 90s my family owned an apple Computer and that's what started it. then LilAcorn introduced me into Xtreme Iddiots After my old Clan no longer exists. Your first game you played?Regular Cod 4 Before it was Freeeze tag. Then Some Xi had to teach me Freeze Tag. And what do you play now?Cod 4 Freeze Tag. Why did you join XI? To make Friends, Meet New people and have fun time w them. What do you get from being in this clan? Meet n Greet New Family Members of XI Clan, and just have a fun time With you guys.Come try out our new Arcade we just put up, new games added weekly. Link at the top of the website What is your favorite hobby? Computer Games, and Painting dnd Characters With Mord. What is your favorite travel destination? England & Scotland Are you married? Yep. to MordBlack XI Do you have children?2 kids, lilmord & Her sister What kind of pets do you have, if any? What are their names? Blue, Snowy, Zeus Miracle Aka Kitty or Kitty Cat. Molly & Stella ,4 cats, 1 dog, and a guinea pig. Are you a sports fan? If so, what is your favourite team? Figure Skating and Bowling (Somewhat) What causes are you passionate about? Really like painting. I used to do Oils, a little Water colour. and Now I love to paint the DND Figurines. What is an interesting fact about you? I'm very Passionate about Art, games. & Painting Regular Pictures. Have you continued your education past college or university with career development seminars or classes? What kind? Some college w Art. Where do you work? Baby Sitting and Walmart for a short time. Where else have you worked? Walmart Why did you choose to work in your industry? High School Helped me get a Job. Why do you like your job? Getting to know others. How would you describe your career? None (watering plants was my job) Describe a time that your career was rewarding? When i first got the job. If you could give a younger person career advice, what would it be? Just help others and be very Respectful and have a positive attitude while during your Job. What is a valuable lesson you learned in your career? Having respect for others and going to work on time. Are you involved in any professional/ non-profit/sports organizations? If so, do you have a title or rank within these organizations? We go to Special Olympics for The Special Needs Program here in Wake Forest For the girls, there are no titles. What is your favourite sport? Bowling. If you were granted 1 wish, what would you wish for? Respect.

Hi everyone , ill be AFK from this next nov 30th to december 13th. We will try to escape winter by travelling in southern USA from MIAMI to Caribeans island on a 11 nights cruise. Rum and beers to come , everynight will be friday night!!!! See you soon Mark

Hi here are some of my underwater pictures of my latest holiday in Egypt.

Our last trip to the mountains of Tennessee and North Carolina with @Gatorgirl

We're going to be interviewing various XI Fest attendees to get their perspective of XI Fest. It is our hope that more of you will consider joining us this year after hearing about their experiences Let's start off with asking a few questions of XI's founder, Rugger: So, Rugger, how did the idea for XI Fest come about? After 6 years of the clan running, we thought it was time to have a meet up and see how it went. It was a huge success and we've been doing it ever since (except Covid years) How many Fests have there been? 11, this year will be #12 What has been the biggest turnout? 57 Nashville, 53 Niagara Falls - a close 2nd Does everyone stay the entire time? Some come for a day and just visit and leave, others stay the whole time. What sparked the switch from getting a block of hotel rooms to renting a house? Once the Fests started getting bigger, we couldn't hang in hotel rooms anymore without security coming up all the time. That's when we knew it was time to switch and look for larger houses and man it was the best thing we did. These houses we get are massive! Who's traveled the furthest to attend? Bosun (AU), Olive (FR), Duc (UK) Have you ever missed a Fest? I missed one in Canada What's your favorite or funniest Fest memory? There are so many, Side Bets come to mind first. Syckle tripping down the stairs, Johnny Nashville have a little too much to drink, hanging with Johnny Dos and hearing his vast knowledge of weed. Trying to find Bob Barker in the camp ground and using his game name and not his real name. Seeing the stars and planets with ghostfacejims telescope, seeing Angus and Syckle leg wrestle. I could go on and on. Do you think it's worth spending the money for 5 days/4 nights? I would do it without hesitation if you can, or just come make a visit for the day it's so worth it. The house actually works out being cheaper than a hotel room in most cases. What would you say to someone who's never attended before? There are so many people that were nervous to come, like I'm sure everyone is that is thinking about coming the first time, but within 5 mins you will understand why 90% of those same people come back year after year. The comradery you get at these Fests is what it's all about, you just hang with these people and have great conversations, you get to know the personally, you get to know their spouses or friends who ever they bring if they bring someone. You don't have to drink, we have plenty of people who don't drink and have a great time and keep coming back year after year. We plan some activities but you don't have to do them, you can just chill at the house or go off on your own. I can't be more clear on this, if you like this clan and the people you will LOVE these Fests, we have the greatest times, we laugh our asses off, we play yard games, we play cards, we watch sports, we jam out to music, we have camp fires. If you're on the fence about coming to one, just do it, you will not regret it

Today’s Weed’s 67th Birthday so I decided I’d make a Rhubarb cake with cinnamon sugar topping. Delicious served with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. I’m adding 2 pictures one of the actual cake straight out of the oven but the plate with the ice cream is from last years bake.

Hey guys just want to say that I’ve finished a goal of mine of getting a degree, even though its just an associates, its still the first in my family so its something I am proud of. I also landed a job in hopefully my career as a Jailer which I hope to eventually move up to be a deputy for the sheriff’s department.

Due to bad health and old age, we had to put him to sleep.

UPDATE We (my brother, sister and I) spoke with the Dr yesterday. Ma was in ALOT of pain but they couldnt give her pain meds due to damage to her kidneys and liver already. The Dr said there is no coming back from this, the blood clot is a ticking time bomb, and her organs are so far gone and she has gone septic inside. Me being the one who lives here had to make the "official decision" but we all know in reality it was MOMS decision and we were just her voice. But, we have stopped all treatments, by doing this the Drs are allowed to pump her full of pain meds because who the fuck cares about her kidneys and liver now, now is all about making her comfortable until Dad comes to collect her (Dad passed 3 years ago this month) So, she is heavily medicated and sleeping 99% of time now, everyone came yesterday to say their goodbyes and she was surrounded in love. She has no IV fluids going in and no food unless she asks and can herself, which is not going to happen with how medicated she now is. Now is the waiting game until Dad decides we have had our time snd its his time again Thank you so much everyone for your messages and those who have reached out. You are all amazing and ill eternally love you all! James/Stormy

Hey hey all Thought I'd take a break from my strike, make a post here. Wzup? I'm Jonas, from Denmark and 1976. Forgot to have kids, the long-haired one in my profile pic is my newest and very adorable niece. Not sure when I started playing on the XI server, but enjoy the company, banter and defrosting all you good people, so plan to stick around. Works as an entrepreneur. Mostly in the event/music industry, but winding down since COVID lock-downs left too uncertain a future. Now building a business distributing and manufacturing physical products. Early stages, but going fine so far. (Anyone got brewery connections, please reach out.) Other things I like: Scratching vinyl records. Big Band Swing (The music was one of the best things about World War II). Archery / Bow & Arrow (You eat the bugs, don't worry about why I keep gaining weight). Thanks for reading, see you on the server!

Wish yous all a Merry Christmas,stay safe.....

Just to let everyone know that my grandson is now 1 year old. As you will see he is always smiling and always happy when he sees me.

Lighstout, thank you for your patience. I was the admin who banned you and after consulting with the rest of the admin team we all unanimously came to the same conclusion, the permanent ban will remain. Unlike other appeals, I am going to explain in detail the reasons why we got to this point because I think you still don't understand. You have repeatedly violated the requests of several admins and moderators of the game to keep our servers free of political comments. We have informed you repeatedly that we prefer as a clan to stay away from political comments of any kind, this is a space free of that. We have records and proof that you have 4 different GUIDs and on two of them we have Temporarily Banned you, in the year 2021 and in the year 2023. On both occasions, we were very tolerant with you but we warned you that you must respect the standards of our community. You kept coming back to our servers, with new GUIDs and we accepted you without further ado, But despite this, you started political conversations again that we have records of and recorded audios with political propaganda. Your confusion lies in the fact that we do this for political reasons and that's the problem, this is an international clan, and many of us (including me) have little to do with that or even almost no interest in the politics of your country. We are governed by very simple rules of coexistence, you have violated the rules of our community and the lack of compliance with the requests of the admins has led you to this situation.

Finally met @sstriker and @Monkey back in April. Forgot to put some pics up. It was a brilliant evening and we had a lot of fun! Maybe a bit to much beer and rum but who cares. It's nice to put a face to a name! Wishing you idiots all the best!!

I am sure most of you have seen photos of the Aurora Borealis last night. I drug my wife out to Sky Meadows State Park to get away from all the light pollution. We froze our butts off (left our coats at home, duh) but it was totally worth it.

Hello, I ´d like to request another friendly game between boys and girls again. It was a lot of fun last time and I would love to do it again soon! What do the admins say and what do you think? greetings Cheyenne/Jenny

So it finally happened. I accepted a position at the hospital for Office Manager in the nursing department. I'm super excited for this next adventure in my life.

Let start with your clan name? Jaxx When and where were you born? 1976 Akron, Ohio Where have you lived? Ohio, Florida What got you into gaming? Friends Your first game you played? Delta Force from 1998 i believe. And what do you play now? Many COD4 Why did you join XI? Great bunch of people! What do you get from being in this clan? Extended Friendship What is your favorite hobby? Wood working What is your favorite travel destination? Myrtle Beach Are you married? Yes Do you have children? Yes, 4 What kind of pets do you have, if any? What are their names? 2 Dogs- Mack, Taz Are you a sports fan? If so, what is your favorite team? Miami Dolphins Did you belong to any professional organizations? Freemason What is your current job title? Automotive Service Writer / Mechanic Where do you work? Independant Repair Facility Why did you choose to work in your industry? Love working on Automobiles. Why do you like your job? Every day isn't the same How would you describe your career? Expensive, lol What are some accomplishments you've achieved during your career? ASE Certified What is your favorite thing about your career or industry? Automotive market is always changing. What is a valuable lesson you learned in your career? I will always have a tool bill, lol What is your favorite sport? Football Do you play any sports? use to ... not now If you were granted 1 wish, what would you wish for? To get rid of all the HATE in this world!