Bloodyrbeye

I could swear I thought you were 12. Welcome to the forums... and quit knifing me. 

Hoth
  Let start with your clan name?
Hoth>XI<
    Do you have any nicknames? Personal or in game?
I’m sure my opponents in game have come up with a few obscenities for me in game.
    When and where were you born?
Dec 9th 1969. Dayton, Ohio  USA
    When you were a child, what did you want to be when you grew up?
A policeman
    Where have you lived?
   Dayton, Ohio. I have never really moved outside the area. (Yet)
    What got you into gaming?
Video arcades when they started popping up, Pacman, Space Invaders, Donkey Kong, Tron, Gorf, etc. Played most of the consoles when I was young, Atari 2600,  intellivison, Colecovision, various nintendos. I went to my brothers around 1994, he had just got Doom running on a lan. (ipx spx :0 ) My 1st experience with a fps. He and my cousins proceeded to beat the hell out of me. I really enjoyed the game. Being severely competitive I said to myself I will build a pc and beat the brakes off of them. That is what I eventually did.  
    Your first game you played?
Video game was probably pong
    And what do you play now?
COD warzone, (not a huge fan of Warzone II) COD4 Freezetag Server 1, MW2, occasionally COD2
    Why did you join XI?
I played on the servers a few years before I joined. Some of my 1st games on XI was COD2 with the breakfast club. When I was working (cough, cough) with Izumi on 3rd shift. I really enjoyed the people in the Clan and the servers. Some guy name Rugger said he would sponsor me.
    What do you get from being in this clan?
Great games. I can hop into and escape reality for a bit. Healthy competition. Friends I have gamed with for over a decade.
    What is your favorite hobby?
Probably video games, weight training
    What is your favorite travel destination?
Anyplace with an awesome beach
    Are you married?
No
    Do you have children?
Yes 2. An 18-year-old daughter and a 15-year-old son.
    What kind of pets do you have, if any? What are their names?
None currently, Does Stormcrow count? I would call him a Rabid dog.
    Are you a sports fan? If so, what is your favorite team?
I like all types of sports. NFL The Steelers, MLB The Reds, College Football OSU, College Basketball the Dayton Flyers. NBA I am pretty neutral. I just like to watch the greatest players play.
    What causes are you passionate about?
Taking Care of this planet for future generations.
    Do you volunteer? If so, where?
Nothing currently.
    What is an interesting fact about you?
 I think I could build a house with what I have spent on the NFL and concerts over the years.

    Have you continued your education past college or university with career development seminars or classes? What kind?
Various certs in Networking & Security, Cisco, Juniper, Fortinet etc. Many security and network seminars as well.
    Did you know what profession you wanted to work in when you started college?
No clue.
    Did you belong to any professional organizations?
Nothing currently
    What is your current job title?
Senior Network Engineer.
    Did you win any awards or recognitions during your education?
No. It was an accomplishment for me to show up for class in my early years.
    Where do you work?
For a company doing government contracts.
    What other job titles have you had in your career?
IT Director, Network Security Engineer, Network field Engineer
    Where else have you worked?
Time Warner Cable. The isp side of the house for 11 years. Contingent (now owned by Comcast) The city of Englewood Ohio, many contract jobs for various employers.
    Why did you choose to work in your industry?
A love for networking and pcs.
    Why do you like your job?
I do primarily security and networking daily which is what I enjoy the most. Solving problems, designing solutions.
    How would you describe your career?
Ever changing, constant learning. Challenging and rewarding.
    What are some accomplishments you've achieved during your career?
Rebuilding two cities network infrastructures. This included a 911 call center for 1 site. I have installed fiber connectivity for most schools and companies in Western Ohio it feels like back in my TWC era.
    Describe a time that your career was rewarding.
Designing and fixing issues that other couldn’t.
    If you could give a younger person career advice, what would it be?
Educate yourself. Find a good trainer when you get your foot in the door. Be a sponge. Do some of the jobs no one else wants to tackle.
    What is your favorite thing about your career or industry?
I work on technology that I would be screwing around with at home except I get paid for it.
    What is a valuable lesson you learned in your career?
The ability to leave work at the office. Be loyal to a certain degree but keep in mind if you are gone the company will have you replaced in a couple of weeks if needed.
    What do you hope to accomplish in your career?
Stability. Teach others. Look back on work that I am proud of.
    Are you involved in any professional/ non-profit/sports organizations? If so, do you have a title or rank within these organizations?
None currently other than coaching my kids in football aka soccer for many years.
    What is your favorite sport?
NFL Football
    Do you play any sports?
I run mud races, Spartan and a few other companies. I played on some pretty successful paintball teams long ago.
    If you were granted 1 wish, what would you wish for?
The ability to heal. Too many relatives and friends suffering from health issues.
    If you won a very large amount of money, what would you do? Buy real estate. Party like a Rock Star when necessary.

Prayers for you Bamm. See you soon!!!!

Yes i understand that. Same thing here. My point was this is not "FREE" money. We tax paying citizens pay for this FREE money. And we tax paying citizens will be paying more tax in the upcoming years to cover it. Many folks may need the handout, i was referring to the folks who are offered employment and refuse because they are getting more "FREE" money by not working. 

Before he died, Billy Graham was returning to Charlotte after a speaking engagement and when his plane arrived there was a limousine waiting to transport him to his home. As he prepared to get into the limo, he stopped and spoke to the driver "You know," he said, "I am 87 years old and I have never driven a limousine. Would you mind if I drove it for a while?"The driver said, "No problem. Be my guest!" Billy gets into the driver's seat and they head off down the highway. A short distance away sat a rookie State Trooper operating his first speed trap.The long black limo went by him doing 70 in a 55 mph zone. The trooper pulled out and easily caught the limo and he got out of his patrol car to begin the procedure. The young trooper walked up to the driver's door and when the glass was rolled down, he was surprised to see who was driving. He immediately excused himself and went back to his car and called his supervisor. He told the supervisor, "I know we are supposed to enforce the law, but I also know that important people are given certain courtesies. I need to know what I should do because I have stopped a very important person." The supervisor asked, "Is it the governor?" The young trooper said, "No, he's more important than that." The supervisor said, "Oh, so it's the president." The young trooper said, "No, he's even more important than that." The supervisor finally asked, "Well then, who is it?" The young trooper said, "I think it's Jesus, because he's got Billy Graham for a chauffeur!"    

Mask?? What mask? Oh, scroll down a bit Bloody. Couldn't get past the eyes!! Nice pic Icequeen!!

Mask?? What mask? Oh, scroll down a bit Bloody. Couldn't get past the eyes!! Nice pic Icequeen!!

So the mask I'm wearing at the top is actually super paper thin and unfortunately its all that we are given to use but its effective for the droplets that Pete was talking about, and on the bottom is the PPE gear which is once again very see through and what Pete said is very true. 

Fuck your helmet, jacket, artillery and trophy system. 
 
people the video shared was meant to identify effective masks vs non effective ones. I watched the original video. He was trying to help people identify fake masks that do not filter your breath very well. Watch until he gets to the mask that doesn't allow the spray to get thru. 
 
i have a tough time with masks. I feel claustrophobic, and around too many people my anxiety builds up. Yes, i still manage to wear it as best as I can. I thought i was getting less oxygen when i had a mask on. Using an oximeter, you realize that's just not true. 
 
i don't understand why we make every thing so partisan in America. Especially when it's about the collective well being. Be it the environment, a health issue or what have you. 

Yes, very sad news. He will be missed. R.I.P. CDB

Barron Just be thankful that Canada has not become a totally socialist government ....yet. Pray that the North American Continent  remains free from such evil designs. We got cha!!!!

What a fuckin ass-wipe-hypocrite......wow...just fucking   wow
Flame on Rob cause i dont give a fuck what you think.
As for Angus...remove the G and remove all doubt.

I wasnt going to comment, figuring better to keep my mouth shut, but please be nice. Sometimes even with a thick skin things can get to you. I am sure we could all relate at one time or another.

Whoot whoot (he he)
Yea you have a point
About this fucking Blackjack dealer?, if I win enough points anyone willing to help me take out a contract on the fckr?, I have heartfelt difficulties every time I stand on 20 and the fckr draws 21 even if he has to draw 50 cards to get there??????????
So lets get all warm and cuddly, write to Uncle Rob with your problems, that's what adult forums are for, I'll tell you softly what a lovely underrated person you are, how life has dealt you a bad hand (not half as bad as the fckrs I get?) and together we'll sort it out, only 50,000 points per consultation, do you need help getting a hard on Majbasil?, I've just had a delivery of pills? that's if the dog has left any ?

XI is an adult clan with no prohibitions on use of language except for two primary rules: no racist remarks, and no personal attacks. You need to check your sensitive feelings at the door when you come here: if you don't like it, don't look at it or don't comment on it. If you believe someone has broken one of our rules, let an admin know and we will take action as needed. We also do not tolerate cheating or disrespect by members or guests, and insist on good sportsmanship. Violations can lead to permanent bans. We play for fun, we play with honor, and we strive to treat each other with respect and consideration. No one, member or guest, is above our Code.
 
FU
And for the sake of clarity I like Randall, he is a nice bloke and a good player, what I do not like is resignations that last for 100 posts and 3 months, if you want to go, go, not interested in your history, social life, sexual preferences, or the fact you feel inadequate in any way, just leave or fucking stay.

Stop the drama and start playing. 

I don't know about you, but this life is a limited-time offer, & I'm not wasting one minute of it concerned in any way about what someone said to me the other day... or the other year.

Terribly sorry Key but due to the coronavirus all our spare sailing fleet are gone, blown away by a storm when their attendants were on lockdown. However Rob, not to be outdone, will supply you with a selection of my inflatable dolls, but I,'m keeping the Dot lookalike, some  may require emptying before the voyage, please check.

Fuck you both ?
We'll be back to get you under our wing soon, mark my words, we just need to get our frigates sorted out (alongside with engine troubles since built), aircraft for our new aircraft carriers (we can only afford to run one at present). We have no sailors to put on our ships, nor soldiers nor airmen, the few we have are all on a political awareness course including human rights, so no chance of hurting you,  we'll just ask you nicely to surrender, can't even bribe you cos we're broke. Never fear the British spirit will prevail again, might have a bit of trouble getting Scotland in this time, but if necessary for cannon fodder we can use the Welsh, just tell them there's glory in it and off they go singing battle hymns, you won't stand a chance.
We might not manufacture guns or bullets any more but f...g Dyson have a secret hoover design up their sleeves I've been told, we know how much you miss us being your Lords and Masters and Rob would make a great President of both countries. Seal force six get that fucking dealer pronto, I'm afraid that due to political pressures our SAS now include Women and Rainbows, no shooting just a lot of pouting and tantrums, you are alone on that one.
You both celebrate your last Independence days in peace, cos once we've kicked Europe into touch we'll be back for our territories, just you watch.

Seems odd that we are discussing this between Canada Day and Independence Day. I don’t think there any two nations on earth as close as we are, brothers so to speak.
Its best we spend our energy in defeating a common enemy like Covid-19.  
Happy 4th to my American family and friends. 

Ahh , you must be the only Canadian to have never shopped or trashed my country, or came here for cheap gas, or shopped here for clothing , groceries or visited our  casinos where you could legally smoke  cigarettes indoors. Go figure you can smoke weed, get in your car and go run over some one cause your stoned, but cant smoke a cig in the casino. I believe you never got gas here before the border closed otherwise you would know that the gas is a lot cheaper than in your country. A LOT CHEAPER . But  enough trash talk , I do like Canadians as long as we don't talk politics, or comparing the lifestyles of each others nation, as there is good and bad in both, enough to go round and round and only national pride gets in the way. As it should. If you don't love your country then you should leave. Oh, you already did that . Oops sorry , national pride kicking in.   I do not like talking politics with people  in my own country .  Just not a good thing to discuss at all except if your looking for an argument. But I do sincerely hope you have a great day today and no hard feelings.

How the fuck did a covid 19 post turn into a shirtless Rob coming to retake Canada and the US all while beating his chest?

Yes i understand that. Same thing here. My point was this is not "FREE" money. We tax paying citizens pay for this FREE money. And we tax paying citizens will be paying more tax in the upcoming years to cover it. Many folks may need the handout, i was referring to the folks who are offered employment and refuse because they are getting more "FREE" money by not working. 

$2000 "FREE"??? Nothing is free. I work in an "essential" industry and cant fill positions because  people don't want to work, not because they are scared of Covid, but because they are receiving this so called "FREE" money. Let the world economy collapse and you will see a lot worse than this pandemic. 

$2000 "FREE"??? Nothing is free. I work in an "essential" industry and cant fill positions because  people don't want to work, not because they are scared of Covid, but because they are receiving this so called "FREE" money. Let the world economy collapse and you will see a lot worse than this pandemic.