"Take me as I am, or leave me the way you found me"

In my past, I have been guilty of judging people before getting to know them. When I moved to Abilene I was lonely and desperate for good relationships, better ones than I had before. It wasn't long before I met Mike Miles, probably one of the coolest, funnest, and one who falls into the category of some of the most brilliant people I know. I'm sad to say that in high school I probably would have never considered a friendship with a lot of the people that are currently in my life, including one of whom I depend on, Mike Miles. The basis for this would simply be an inaccurate, brash judgment of people due to my own insecurities and pride. Miles is a huge dork, and I wouldn't have him any other way. The many people who know him well would definitely agree. And in reality, when you get to know someone well, and ourselves, we come to find that we are all "dorks" in our own way. So this one goes to Meelay (Mike Miles), I wish I knew you when I was younger. Can't wait for Eurotrip '11!

Disk golf- a real man's sport.

How can the Marines make your dreams come true?

I remember when I was in high school, a U.S. Marines recruit officer called me to try and sell the armed forces to me like a car salesman tries to sell a Jetta. I realize that this guy was just doing his job, but he was a huge tool. After saying no, I don't see how changing someones mind into joining the Marines after a phone call promotes wise decision making skills. He asked me what my dream job was, as if this eager jarhead behind a desk was going to make my dreams come true. I told him the truth. I said, "My dream job is to be a board shaper, and a fisherman." I almost felt sorry for the guy. I could hear his brain stumble and studder as he went down the list in his mind, not finding board shaper or fisherman, between lawyer, doctor, or business executive. He hesitantly asked me how the Marines can help me get that job one day. I told him they can't, and he seemed ok with that. Thought that was a neat story I would share and dedicate to this photo.

Peace & Love,

coco

p.s. I support and honor the armed forces, but I don't wanna be in them.

Music

I can't imagine what my life would be like without it. If it didn't exist, Who would I be? So much of what I do involves music. I drive with it, work with it, work out with it, chill with it, party with it, sleep with it, walk with it, and make my own. It complements so much of what I do throughout the day, I wonder if I would do half of the things that I do if I was without it. Anyways... This one's for soul food:

Peace

coco

When I ride into the sunset, this is my horse...

The sun is my compass, the sharks are my bandidos, a good swell is my oasis...

If it is God's will, I'll return.

"This little light of mine..."

I'm gonna let it shine"

"I hope you're ready for the passion!"

Kenneth J. Dinkins, has been my rock throughout college. I owe my sanity to this man. Kenneth is a sterling example of an accomplished man. He has risen above his expectations, and continues to do so with his well rounded skill sets and outgoing personality. He is also the kind of friend who can walk in my house, grab a beer, and plop on the couch before he says, "wuzup man?" If you don't think that's something, well it IS! Some of my best memories are from the summer of 07, when we were roommates barely getting by, but living life to the fullest. Our daily routine consisted of sleeping in, working out, donating plasma, buying cheep beer and groceries, and sitting out on the deck with a fire and a couple of cigars. We were so poor monetarily, but very rich in spirit.
I look up to, depend on, and love this man!
If you ever see Kenneth, tip your hat to him. It's the least you could do.

If you don't have a hat, slap him on the butt cheek and tell him, "good game!"

Peace and Love

Coco