Your profession?

[Lord Ash]

Hey all,

Just curious what everyones profession is? It is always interesting to hear what other folks do for a living:)

[jimbonelson]

I work for a flavor and fragrance company located in Belcamp Maryland

[allenmurray]

I work for a flavor and fragrance company located in Belcamp Maryland

Since my wife doesn't read DBR, I can tell a malapropism that happened just the other day when we were watching a game on TV. mrsallenmurray, who is way smarter than am I, aksed during the game for an explanation of the difference between an intentional foul and a fragrant foul.

Given your profession, and the fact that you are also a basketball fan, perhaps you can enlighten me?

[Lord Ash]

Since my wife doesn't read DBR, I can tell a malapropism that happened just the other day when we were watching a game on TV. mrsallenmurray, who is way smarter than am I, aksed during the game for an explanation of the difference between an intentional foul and a fragrant foul.

Given your profession, and the fact that you are also a basketball fan, perhaps you can enlighten me?

Apparently you do own some smarts of your own;)

Oh, and I am a 6th grade teacher. All subjects, so everything from writing an interesting, multi-dimensional character to the metacognitive strategies of reading to all the wars and horrific slaughter of people that makes Social Studies so much fun... and, of course, read-aloud, which is everyones favorite part of the day:)

[YmoBeThere]

Property/Casualty Insurance Product Manager...I set the rates people pay with inputs from Marketing, Actuarial, etc.

[DukePA]

I am a Physician Assistant and not from Pennsylvania :p. I work in Radiation Oncology.

[Jim3k]

Fragrant fowls are often seen on the dinner table at Thanksgiving.

[DukeUsul]

IT consultant

[rthomas]

I think. I teach. I teach, I think.

[Lord Ash]

I think. I teach. I teach, I think.

What level?

[knights68]

I am the Data Analysis and Reconfiguration Specialist for the QA dept of a leading healthcare agency.

[hamster]

I think. I teach. I teach, I think.

This would be awesome in latin.

[hamster]

We'll put me under the general category of lawyer. With a dark past as an accountant.

[jimbonelson]

Since my wife doesn't read DBR, I can tell a malapropism that happened just the other day when we were watching a game on TV. mrsallenmurray, who is way smarter than am I, aksed during the game for an explanation of the difference between an intentional foul and a fragrant foul.

Given your profession, and the fact that you are also a basketball fan, perhaps you can enlighten me?

OK, here goes huh??

[DukeUsul]

This would be awesome in latin.

Cogito. Doceo. Doceo, cogito.


I may have to think about that last bit. There might be a more correct way of doing that - the comma has meaning in English, but not in Latin. Been a while since I had Latin.

[duke74]

We'll put me under the general category of lawyer. With a dark past as an accountant.

So what's wrong with being an accountant? :)

I'm a partner (CPA) in a Big 4 accounting firm.

[CameronBornAndBred]

Computer / Network tech, artist.

[rthomas]

What level?

I teach at West Virginia University.

[rthomas]

Cogito. Doceo. Doceo, cogito.


I may have to think about that last bit. There might be a more correct way of doing that - the comma has meaning in English, but not in Latin. Been a while since I had Latin.

That may become my new sig.

[Channing]

tax attorney ... the most exciting kind.

[riverside6]

Web Application Development...with a hobby of web dev & acc hoops on the side (but you guys already knew that).

[Mike Corey]

Consultant in area of articulation and transfer, Ohio Board of Regents; soon-to-be law student.

[Lord Ash]

I teach at West Virginia University.

Ohhh... they are big.

I may have heard that from you before; if so, I apologize, but your lack of avatar makes you hard to remember for me.

:)

[hamster]

So what's wrong with being an accountant? :)

I'm a partner (CPA) in a Big 4 accounting firm.

Lol. Nothing, really. When I worked in tax, the clients loved us. When I worked in audit right when 404 was taking off, we were absolutely the last people the client wanted to see. (And they really didn't bother to hide it!) I once had a junior associate who was quite distressed about that - I told him that he just had to accept having joined the dark side. I hope I said it with the appropriate amount of humor. :)

[hamster]

tax attorney ... the most exciting kind.

Truly most excellent!

[captmojo]

Since my wife doesn't read DBR, I can tell a malapropism that happened just the other day when we were watching a game on TV. mrsallenmurray, who is way smarter than am I, aksed during the game for an explanation of the difference between an intentional foul and a fragrant foul.

Given your profession, and the fact that you are also a basketball fan, perhaps you can enlighten me?

My profession has nothing to do with the question but the definition of flagrant is : to be conspicuously evil. Therefore, one can assume a malevolent intention concerning the foul. The intentional foul is one given for the simple purpose of stopping the play, without intent of maybe causing physical harm.

I'm in the business of automotive logistics, related directly to the new vehicle market. Have mercy! :eek:

[Jarhead]

Since my wife doesn't read DBR, I can tell a malapropism that happened just the other day when we were watching a game on TV. mrsallenmurray, who is way smarter than am I, aksed during the game for an explanation of the difference between an intentional foul and a fragrant foul.

Given your profession, and the fact that you are also a basketball fan, perhaps you can enlighten me?

I do believe that a fragrant foul is of a gaseous nature.

[Lord Ash]

I do believe that a fragrant foul is of a gaseous nature.

Glad I was not the only one whose head immediately went there.

[Ima Facultiwyfe]

The old prof is at Fuqua and Duke Corporate Ed., bless his heart.
Love, Ima

[2535Miles]

I'm the Technical Director of OEM Integration for a software company that specializes in color management and simulation for the graphic arts, photographic, and printing industry.

[Windsor]

Application developer and analyst at a health care company (I am geek, hear me roar!)

[whereinthehellami]

I'm the GIS (Geographic Information System) coordinator for a small county in Virginia. GIS is a mapping/information system (like Google maps, Mapquest).

My previous job was much cooler. I was a marine observer up in Alaska. I would go out fishing boats and sample their catches, relaying the data back to the National Marine Fisheries on a weekly basis. Over a 2 year period, I went out on 10 different boats, and spent over 200 days at sea. I once went out for 59 days straight, a feat much more difficult than you could imagine. The show deadliest catch brings back alot of memories. Seems like a lifetime ago.

[snowdenscold]

Systems Engineer for Cisco in sales.

[Indoor66]

I'm the GIS (Geographic Information System) coordinator for a small county in Virginia. GIS is a mapping/information system (like Google maps, Mapquest).

My previous job was much cooler. I was a marine observer up in Alaska. I would go out fishing boats and sample their catches, relaying the data back to the National Marine Fisheries on a weekly basis. Over a 2 year period, I went out on 10 different boats, and spent over 200 days at sea. I once went out for 59 days straight, a feat much more difficult than you could imagine. The show deadliest catch brings back alot of memories. Seems like a lifetime ago.

That Alaska gig sounds like one for very young men. What a great experience to have to look back on!

[Fish80]

By day, I am an Actuary working for a financial services company. When not working, I am a three time dad, seriously immature, and an athlete trapped in a geek's body. :D

[Deslok]

I teach, HS Math and Computer Science.

[pamtar]

I spend the better part of my day trying to get to the better part of my day.

Technically, I'm a Landscape Contractor.

[moonpie23]

i am a record producer / audio engineer / adjunct lecturer / diplomat / artist manager / studio co-owner / baby-sitter...

[DukieInKansas]

I do believe that a fragrant foul is of a gaseous nature.

I believe that would be an odiferous foul. I was thinking more along the lines of Old Spice or Hai Karate. (have I aged myself?)

I'm an accountant - anything from acting as a company's bookkeeping department to taxes - no audit.

[blazindw]

Election law attorney working for a nonprofit in DC

[CameronBornAndBred]

Election law attorney working for a nonprofit in DC
They need help in Minnesota. Bring your scarf and gloves.

[alteran]

Web application developer in RTP.

[dukepsy1963]

Retired professor (psychology) George Mason U. and UNC

[Devil in the Blue Dress]

I've been retired from being public school principal for more than 10 years, continue to be semi retired luxury travel planner and veteran Duke fan.

[kexman]

I think. I cut out a fly brain. I cut out a fly brain. I think

Can someone translate that into latin:)

[CathyCA]

Attorney

[DukieInKansas]

I think. I cut out a fly brain. I cut out a fly brain. I think

Can someone translate that into latin:)


Forget the Latin translation - can you translate it into English? ;) Are you cutting into fly brains for research purposes?

[rasputin]

Yet another lawyer. Business and employment litigation, and education law.

[DukeUsul]

I think. I cut out a fly brain. I cut out a fly brain. I think

Can someone translate that into latin:)

Cogito. Perseco oestri capitem. Perseco oestri capitem, cogito.

Literally:
I think. I cut away (dissect) the fly's head. I cut away the fly's head, I think.

I couldn't tell you the Latin word for brain, so I had to go with head. None of the online dictionaries I could find even included brain.

Something like that, anyway.

[lmb]

video producer for state government

[brianl]

Director of Safety/Compliance for an Industrial Gas and Welding Supplier

[DevilAlumna]

Program manager for online services for small businesses, at a very large software company.

[Fish80]

Program manager for online services for small businesses, at a very large software company.

Very, very large? Gargantuan? :D

[DevilCastDownfromDurham]

Technically my title is "Digital Copyright Specialist" but I'm basically an adviser/attorney for a large research university with a focus on teaching and scholarship, especially in digital environments. It's fairly similar to what Kevin Smith (http://library.duke.edu/about/depts/scholcomm/) is doing at Duke.

[Cormac]

Forensic Science grad student and I work in the Forensic Identification unit of a police department. I mostly work with/handle crime scene photos. I'm looking to start my actual profession (crime scene investigation) so if anyone has any connections to law enforcement anywhere in the U.S., I would love the help! ;)




Edit: Wahoo, I'm Grant Hill!!!

[SupaDave]

Construction Manager at the "world's busiest Airport"...

[Turk]

Once upon a time I used to be a codeslinger / database geek, but somehow I wandered into the wrong hallway and now I am traffic cop / administrative overhead for a group of developers in a healthcare IT software company. My job is to be unproductive by dealing with ninnies and administrivia so my team can be creative and productive building apps.

I miss the days when I could just sit in the corner and play with my terminal....

[TillyGalore]

Princess of a teeny tiny principality.

[CMS2478]

Middle school computer teacher here.....also coach football and basketball. Due to the miniscule teacher's salary we recevie, you will often find me on the ticket exchange begging for tickets!!! :D

[DukePA]

Princess of a teeny tiny principality.

And I am the queen : )

[TillyGalore]

And I am the queen : )

You can't be queen of a principality. You can, however, be queen of a kingdom. Thus, I am supreme ruler in my teeny tiny principality :D.

[Windsor]

You can't be queen of a principality. You can, however, be queen of a kingdom. Thus, I am supreme ruler in my teeny tiny principality :D.

How teeny tiny Tilly?

(could resist :D)

[TillyGalore]

How teeny tiny Tilly?

(could resist :D)

Good one, never saw it coming. :confused:

My principality is so small, when I sneeze, my meteorologist calls it measured precipitation. :rolleyes:

[Windsor]

Good one, never saw it coming. :confused:

My principality is so small, when I sneeze, my meteorologist calls it measured precipitation. :rolleyes:

So a sneeze could bring terrible times for Tilly's teeny tiny territory?

(I'll stop now...promise!)

[CameronBornAndBred]

Princess of a teeny tiny principality.
http://www.caffeinenebula.com/quizzes/quizFiles/mario/peach.jpg!!!!!!

[TillyGalore]

So a sneeze could bring terrible times for Tilly's teeny tiny territory?

(I'll stop now...promise!)

One sneeze is okay. But, a bunch of sneezes and I'm having to send out the Honor Guard. :D

[TillyGalore]

http://www.caffeinenebula.com/quizzes/quizFiles/mario/peach.jpg!!!!!!

Yeah, yeah, yeah. That's me. :D

[Jfrosh]

Director of a large Retirement Community.

[Devil in the Blue Dress]

Princess of a teeny tiny principality.

Tilly, I guess it's time for me to reveal the truth..... I'm both a Duchess and a Diva..... looking for the King of Misrule. (Work with me. It's Mardi Gras season!)

[TillyGalore]

Tilly, I guess it's time for me to reveal the truth..... I'm both a Duchess and a Diva..... looking for the King of Misrule. (Work with me. It's Mardi Gras season!)

I always knew you were royalty. :D:D

[whereinthehellami]

That Alaska gig sounds like one for very young men. What a great experience to have to look back on!

Yeah I find myself pining for those days of adventure while I age behind a computer all day. But then I remember trying to eat, sleep, and do bathroom things in 20 foot seas and I feel a little better about becoming my lame yet comfortable self.

[DukePA]

I always knew you were royalty. :D:D

Devil in the Blue Dress has the gorgeous Duke blue cape to prove it. Only royalty may don such exquisite garb. All hail DitBD and Tiny Tilly. I still say I'm the queen of Tilly land because I refuse to follow principality rules ; ) I hear they're going to let me out of my pretty padded pink room tomorrow!

[TillyGalore]

I still say I'm the queen of Tilly land because I refuse to follow principality rules ; )

Blah, blah, blah. Don't make me declare war on your little queendom. ;):rolleyes:

[Devil in the Blue Dress]

Blah, blah, blah. Don't make me declare war on your little queendom. ;):rolleyes:

Why don't we all sit down and talk about this over blueberry crumbcakes and tea.

[Devil in the Blue Dress]

Devil in the Blue Dress has the gorgeous Duke blue cape to prove it. Only royalty may don such exquisite garb. All hail DitBD and Tiny Tilly. I still say I'm the queen of Tilly land because I refuse to follow principality rules ; ) I hear they're going to let me out of my pretty padded pink room tomorrow!

Thank you for your kind description. I'm hoping the snow now being discussed for overnight doesn't interfere with my plans to make an appearance at the National Signing Day event early tomorrow evening. Do you or Tilly have a magic wand handy?

[Devil in the Blue Dress]

I always knew you were royalty. :D:D

Thank you, my dear! Takes one to know one.

[Lord Ash]

Hmmm... what do you guys and D.B. Cooper have in common?

[roywhite]

Why don't we all sit down and talk about this over blueberry crumbcakes and tea.


Hmmm...I suspect this group has been known to take a nip or two of something other than tea...

[Devil in the Blue Dress]

Hmmm...I suspect this group has been known to take a nip or two of something other than tea...
Are you referring to cold, windy, rainy football game days? I don't wear my cape then.

[TillyGalore]

Hmmm...I suspect this group has been known to take a nip or two of something other than tea...

Do I detect a hint of jealousy? ;):D

[TillyGalore]

Thank you for your kind description. I'm hoping the snow now being discussed for overnight doesn't interfere with my plans to make an appearance at the National Signing Day event early tomorrow evening. Do you or Tilly have a magic wand handy?

I wish I had a magic wand, alas I'm only a princess not a fairy.

Should you make it to the National Signing Day soiree, I will see you. :D

[Lord Ash]

Hmmm... what do you guys and D.B. Cooper have in common?

Let me help;

You are both serious hijackers.

Is there another place maybe to discuss snow plans?

[CameronBornAndBred]

Let me help;

You are both serious hijackers.

Is there another place maybe to discuss snow plans?
That was ......a w e s o m e!!!!!

[devildeac]

i am a record producer / audio engineer / adjunct lecturer / diplomat / artist manager / studio co-owner / baby-sitter...

Produced any a capella CD's in the last few years?

[devildeac]

One sneeze is okay. But, a bunch of sneezes and I'm having to send out the Honor Guard. :D

Clever;)

[devildeac]

Vascular plumbing restoration, chaotic electric disturbance reorganizer and myocardial muscle improvement manager.;)

[Lord Ash]

Vascular plumbing restoration, chaotic electric disturbance reorganizer and myocardial muscle improvement manager.;)

Surgeon?

[devildeac]

Surgeon?

Cardiologist:D

[Lord Ash]

Okay I knew it was something around there:)

[DevilAlumna]

Very, very large? Gargantuan?

One of the largest, yes. Though about 1,400 people smaller than at the start of the year.... :rolleyes:


Once upon a time I used to be a codeslinger / database geek<snip>

I miss the days when I could just sit in the corner and play with my terminal....

Is that what it was called back then? :eek: :D ;)

[juise]

Is that what it was called back then? :eek: :D ;)

Is your terminal re-booting or are you just happy to see me? :eek:



I work in an investment casting foundry as a engineer. The corporation does a lot of aerospace work, but my plant specializes in industrial gas turbine components. Yes, it's riveting.

[snowdenscold]

Is your terminal re-booting or are you just happy to see me? :eek:



I work in an investment casting foundry as a engineer. The corporation does a lot of aerospace work, but my plant specializes in industrial gas turbine components. Yes, it's riveting.

Putting that EGR165 class to good use, I see ;)

[Bob Green]

Project Manager and Systems Analyst is my official job title.

[Lavabe]

Vascular plumbing restoration, chaotic electric disturbance reorganizer and myocardial muscle improvement manager.;)

In that case, I'm an investigator of our order.:rolleyes:

[juise]

Putting that EGR165 class to good use, I see ;)


Actually, I used my Dreamweaver skills to help woo my wife (not as dorky as it sounds... well... yeah, it probably was).


And it appears that you are still nocturnal (posting at 2AM). Tell me you're not back on the online poker. :p

[snowdenscold]

Actually, I used my Dreamweaver skills to help woo my wife (not as dorky as it sounds... well... yeah, it probably was).


And it appears that you are still nocturnal (posting at 2AM). Tell me you're not back on the online poker. :p

Nah haven't played for many many years. I ever quit World of Warcraft as well. But working from home most days + flexible hours + roommate who regularly stays up till 4AM = unconventional sleep schedule.

I thought you would have wooed your wife w/ the DENSITY video...

'Hey, nice lady...'

[sue71, esq]

I'm in the business of making people happy. :)

All you pervs out there can just stop now. ;)

[dukegirlinsc]

I'm a preschool teacher. :D

[GrayHare]

Paper-pushing bureaucrat at the National Institutes of Health.

[TillyGalore]

Paper-pushing bureaucrat at the National Institutes of Health.

I'm going to take this off-topic momentarily, for which I am sure I will be reprimanded.

GrayHare, have you noticed a change in funding due to the economy? Is the NIH going to be giving out more money or less over the next year?

[Mike Corey]

I'm a preschool teacher. :D

I'm told this is the greatest job in the history of employment. Would you concur?

[allenmurray]

I'm told this is the greatest job in the history of employment. Would you concur?

It depends on how much you like wiping other people's noses. :D

[-bdbd]

I am totally jealous of the teachers when I visit my K and pre-K daughters... Wonderful job (I think), and terrific caring teachers. Just a crying shame our society doesn't value them more (i.e. with better pay).


As for me, I am a Sales Manager for a large telecom company, which has afforded me the chance to move/live (and travel) all over the US. Unfortunately our industry seems headed for very tough times for the next couple years.... as I'm sure is true for a few of you.


-BDBD :o

[dukestheheat]

Medical, specialty.

dukestheheat

[Lord Ash]

Teaching is a great job. Before I taught I worked at Fox Sports for a while, wrote for the Hockey News a bit, worked on some sports books, worked as an agent for some NHL players, and finally as the GM for the minor league teams that operated out of Greensboro a few years back... and I'll tell you, I wouldn't give teaching up to go back to it for ANYTHING. Very very very rewarding job.

Preschool takes an awful lot of patience. Sixth grade, you just kind of growl at them a bit and they snap back into line quick... the little ones are crazy people:)

[Deslok]

You can have the youngins, if I can't reason with them, I can't handle it(don't even ask me to help potty train someone else's kids). High schoolers I can handle(so long as I'm in a district where you don't need to duck and cover on occassion).

[ohioguy2]

I'm retired from the business of education. I have been at various times a teacher, coach, and principal. Now if you want excitement, become a middle school principal.

[2535Miles]

Is anyone else enjoying this season of Lost as much as I am?

[YmoBeThere]

Is anyone else enjoying this season of Lost as much as I am?


Interesting segue to another topic...

[merry]

I'm a Product Manager for a large privately owned software company.

Also I've never watched Lost.

[moonpie23]

Produced any a capella CD's in the last few years?

produced? no....recorded? yes!! a couple of duke groups as well as some unc and ncsu groups...


:)

[devildeac]

produced? no....recorded? yes!! a couple of duke groups as well as some unc and ncsu groups...


:)

Was Rhythm and Blue one of your groups?

[OZZIE4DUKE]

Peddler. And it has nothing to do with riding bicycles. :D

[allenmurray]

I've been lost, but I've never watched Lost.

I design professional development activities for teachers, and consult with teachers in the area of social development, as part of a research program into effective practices for students making the transition to early adolesence (otherwise known as Middle School, but we work primariloy in small rural schools that because of size follow a K-8 or K-12 model rather than a elementary/middle/high school model).

[captmojo]

I've been lost, but I've never watched Lost.

I design professional development activities for teachers, and consult with teachers in the area of social development, as part of a research program into effective practices for students making the transition to early adolesence (otherwise known as Middle School, but we work primariloy in small rural schools that because of size follow a K-8 or K-12 model rather than a elementary/middle/high school model).

I didn't realize these existed any longer.
What ever happened to the term "junior high"?

[allenmurray]

I didn't realize these existed any longer.
What ever happened to the term "junior high"?

By these do you mean K-8 and K-12 schools? Still very common in small rural school systems, particularly in those states that are designed to have more than one school district per county, or in very small school districts (I work wth some districts that are as small as 150 students, kindergarten through twelfth grade).

Junior High was typically a grade 7-9 configuration. It was based on the high school model with kids having 7 distinct classes. The Midle School model differs in two ways. First, it is almost always a grade 6-8 model. More importantly, kids are usually grouped into "teams" so rather than travelling individually to seven different classes, kids travel as a "team", at least for all of their core classes. Teams are sometimes led by four teachers (Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies) or sometimes by two teachers (each of whom is qualified to teach two of the four subject areas). It makes it easier for these kids (particularly the 11 ansd 12 year olds) to feel more a part of a small unit, rather than like a lone individual in a large school. It also allows for joint planning among teachers of the same students.

[guybrush]

i've got two jobs: physical therapist and basketball columnist for an italian web-site... i've also been a coach and a scout for a pro team here in Italy

[CameronBornAndBred]

i've got two jobs: physical therapist and basketball columnist for an italian web-site... i've also been a coach and a scout for a pro team here in Italy
Told 'em about DeMarcus?

[moonpie23]

Was Rhythm and Blue one of your groups?

yes, they were !

......were you amongst them?

[devildeac]

yes, they were !

......were you amongst them?

No...

But my son was...

Time for a PM...

[guybrush]

Told 'em about DeMarcus?


Absolutely... i did. Many times... but he was trying to make the team at GS.
Now DeMarcus just had a bad experience in Croatia but he's going to be a great player here.

[blazindw]

DBR POSTERS! What is your profession?

HAAAA-OOOOH! HAAAA-OOOOH! HAAAA-OOOOH!

[oaker57]

I'm in Cable Television, and proud to say, I work for "THE" first cable company in the Nation. Can anyone name it?? We have been here, and operating continuously since 1948....

[YmoBeThere]

I'm in Cable Television, and proud to say, I work for "THE" first cable company in the Nation. Can anyone name it?? We have been here, and operating continuously since 1948....

Ich habe keine idee...

[OZZIE4DUKE]

Junior High was typically a grade 7-9 configuration. It was based on the high school model with kids having 7 distinct classes. The Midle School model differs in two ways. First, it is almost always a grade 6-8 model. More importantly, kids are usually grouped into "teams" so rather than travelling individually to seven different classes, kids travel as a "team", at least for all of their core classes. Teams are sometimes led by four teachers (Language Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies) or sometimes by two teachers (each of whom is qualified to teach two of the four subject areas). It makes it easier for these kids (particularly the 11 ansd 12 year olds) to feel more a part of a small unit, rather than like a lone individual in a large school. It also allows for joint planning among teachers of the same students.
I wondered why they made the change and never knew there was any difference, other than the age/grade grouping. Thanks Allen.

[OZZIE4DUKE]

Absolutely... i did. Many times... but he was trying to make the team at GS.
Now DeMarcus just had a bad experience in Croatia but he's going to be a great player here.
So now DeMarcus is playing in Europe? I hadn't heard.

[BluDevilGal]

Trying to get into museum work.

Working for a company that does contract work in historical research, writing, designing of exhibits, etc.

I'm currently on a project accessioning and creating a database for a collection for a museum.

[Wheat/"/"/"]

Professional Fisherman. (Guide and tournaments). Owner Gasparilla Outfitters (http://4tarpon.com)& Fly Shop and Special Effects for Women (http://4tarpon.wordpress.com/special-effects-for-women/) (Boutique) with the wife.

I like to tell people its damn hard to not work for a living, anybody can get a job.

[CameronBornAndBred]

and Special Effects for Women (http://4tarpon.wordpress.com/special-effects-for-women/) (Boutique) with the wife.
I was hoping for SO much more.

[sue71, esq]

I was hoping for SO much more.

ROFL. Why am I not surprised? :rolleyes:

[Wheat/"/"/"]

I was hoping for SO much more.

I know the web site is lame, I do it myself and I'm pretty technically challenged. I don't have an online store,yet, so I just have not put much time into it. You may have just shamed me into getting my $#@@ in gear.

The shop is actually very nice, and upscale on our beautiful little island here in SW Florida.

Maybe someone who has been to Boca Grande can back me up?

[CameronBornAndBred]

I know the web site is lame, I do it myself and I'm pretty technically challenged. I don't have an online store,yet, so I just have not put much time into it. You may have just shamed me into getting my $#@@ in gear.

The shop is actually very nice, and upscale on our beautiful little island here in SW Florida.

Maybe someone who has been to Boca Grande can back me up?
My comment had absolutely nothing to due with the website itself. Best of luck.

[Wheat/"/"/"]

My comment had absolutely nothing to due with the website itself. Best of luck.

Um...OK.

[CathyCA]

Professional Fisherman. (Guide and tournaments). Owner Gasparilla Outfitters (http://4tarpon.com)& Fly Shop and Special Effects for Women (http://4tarpon.wordpress.com/special-effects-for-women/) (Boutique) with the wife.

I like to tell people its damn hard to not work for a living, anybody can get a job.

WOW! You've figured out a way to get paid for having fun. Lucky you!

Just thinking. . . wouldn't a DBR fishing tournament be fun?

[OZZIE4DUKE]

Just thinking. . . wouldn't a DBR fishing tournament be fun?
And if you didn't want to fish one could always just drink! And stay on shore to drink so you didn't get seasick ;)

[CathyCA]

And if you didn't want to fish one could always just drink! And stay on shore to drink so you didn't get seasick ;)

I like deep sea fishing. I'll be out on the boat.

[Windsor]

I know the web site is lame, I do it myself and I'm pretty technically challenged. I don't have an online store,yet, so I just have not put much time into it. You may have just shamed me into getting my $#@@ in gear.

The shop is actually very nice, and upscale on our beautiful little island here in SW Florida.

Maybe someone who has been to Boca Grande can back me up?


Happy to help you out Wheat...Boca Grande is gorgeous, a beautiful barrier island community (BYOGC -bring your own golf cart) one of the few places on the Florida coast that has not turned in to a giant gift shop. It has been too long since Mr. Windsor and I spent a long weekend at the Boca Resort....hmmm must check our schedules....

As an aside...if you like to tent camp I recommend Cayo Costa state park, on the other side of the pass from Boca Grande.

[Indoor66]

As an aside...if you like to tent camp I recommend Cayo Costa state park, on the other side of the pass from Boca Grande.

Cayo Casta is also a delightful day trip location. I love to boat out and walk the park and beach.

[cl15876]

WOW! You've figured out a way to get paid for having fun. Lucky you!

Just thinking. . . wouldn't a DBR fishing tournament be fun?

That would be fun!!! I'm in!

[cl15876]

And if you didn't want to fish one could always just drink! And stay on shore to drink so you didn't get seasick ;)

OMG, shore fishing .... when you can be on a boat! come on OZZIE!!!! Does your tummy go softee?

[cl15876]

I like deep sea fishing. I'll be out on the boat.

Amen! I know you love Tuna! Let's catch some! :D :cool: :eek:

[OZZIE4DUKE]

And if you didn't want to fish one could always just drink! And stay on shore to drink so you didn't get seasick ;)


OMG, shore fishing .... when you can be on a boat! come on OZZIE!!!! Does your tummy go softee?
Now I didn't actually say anything about fishing on the shore, did I? I didn't think so! ;)

[Windsor]

Cayo Casta is also a delightful day trip location. I love to boat out and walk the park and beach.

You must live down that way...it is beautiful...a little bit of pain to camp since it is only reachable via boat (so you don't jump in the car if you forgot something)

[cl15876]

And if you didn't want to fish one could always just drink! And stay on shore to drink so you didn't get seasick ...


OMG, shore fishing .... when you can be on a boat! come on OZZIE!!!! Does your tummy go softee?


Now I didn't actually say anything about fishing on the shore, did I? I didn't think so! ;)

Okay, I'll give you this one, I jumped to conclusions! I could handle the shore drinking... with some good tunes! Who cares if we catch any fish! Oh yeah, we could make a bon fire and pitch a tent, I know how much you enjoy roughing it on the beach! :D Nothing like sand on the skin! :eek: :D

[ohioguy2]

Okay, I'll give you this one, I jumped to conclusions! I could handle the shore drinking... with some good tunes! Who cares if we catch any fish! Oh yeah, we could make a bon fire and pitch a tent, I know how much you enjoy roughing it on the beach! :D Nothing like sand on the skin! :eek: :D

"If the Fishins not Good, the Drinkins going to be better" or however the song goes. I just returned from a morning fishing trip trying to entice steelhead to sacrifice themselves for the good of my appetite. No luck today. Next week.

[cl15876]

"If the Fishins not Good, the Drinkins going to be better" or however the song goes. I just returned from a morning fishing trip trying to entice steelhead to sacrifice themselves for the good of my appetite. No luck today. Next week.

Sorry to hear that! That's some yummy eating! Not sure where you are, but isn't it a bit early still? I'm definitely getting the fever the waves of warm weather here between NC and VA. Good luck next week or this upcoming weekend!

[ohioguy2]

Sorry to hear that! That's some yummy eating! Not sure where you are, but isn't it a bit early still? I'm definitely getting the fever the waves of warm weather here between NC and VA. Good luck next week or this upcoming weekend!

Yep, a little early, but some are being caught. A couple of buddies and I just could not wait any longer. I'm in northwest Ohio and we were fishing a river that runs into Lake Erie. It was cold. If we are not careful, we will get sent over to a fishing topic thread. :rolleyes:

[YmoBeThere]

I can tell you one thing I am not: a professional gambler

[Wheat/"/"/"]

WOW! You've figured out a way to get paid for having fun. Lucky you!

Just thinking. . . wouldn't a DBR fishing tournament be fun?

I would absolutely love to host a DBR tarpon tournament.
I do corporate stuff like that all the time.

Tarpon season May thru July. 4 people per boat keeps the rates (http://4tarpon.wordpress.com/guide-services-and-charters/) reasonable when spilt. All we need is two boats to make a tournament. Girls against the guys? We fish either a 3 or 5 hour trip, generally around sunset, leaving your day free to beach it, visit the spa, golf or tour the town on a golf cart.
Have an early dinner, then a little wine and cheese on the boat, or skip dinner and bring beer and fried chix, your choice.
The average tarpon weighs around 100 pounds- up to two hundred, and if we don't catch at least 3, I'd be disappointed. We fish 15 minutes from the pick up dock, and it's rarely rough. Small bathroom on the boats, women love this comfort.
No prior fishing experience is needed. Take a few minutes to watch this Youtube video (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qhu7QYbaiso&feature=email) to get an idea of how its done. (More here (http://4tarpon.wordpress.com/capt-sandys-client-catch-photos-and-videos/)).

Boca Grande (http://4tarpon.wordpress.com/staff/) is a unique place (http://www.flickr.com/photos/19445710@N08/show/with/1935536863/) in Florida. Really is "Old Florida".
The Gasparrilla Inn (http://www.the-gasparilla-inn.com/) is on the National Historic Hotel registry and is a little pricey, but worth every penny. There are weekly condo and home rentals available thru my brothers real estate office. (http://www.gasparillaproperties.com/index.php?action=page_display&PageID=3)

I'd even do a special DBR rate, and I promise it won't be that much more than normal.:)

[sue71, esq]

I would absolutely love to host a DBR tarpon tournament.
I do corporate stuff like that all the time.

Tarpon season May thru July. 4 people per boat keeps the rates (http://4tarpon.wordpress.com/guide-services-and-charters/) reasonable when spilt. All we need is two boats to make a tournament. Girls against the guys? We fish either a 3 or 5 hour trip, generally around sunset, leaving your day free to beach it, visit the spa, golf or tour the town on a golf cart.
Have an early dinner, then a little wine and cheese on the boat, or skip dinner and bring beer and fried chix, your choice.
The average tarpon weighs around 100 pounds- up to two hundred, and if we don't catch at least 3, I'd be disappointed. We fish 15 minutes from the pick up dock, and it's rarely rough. Small bathroom on the boats, women love this comfort.
No prior fishing experience is needed. Take a few minutes to watch this Youtube video (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qhu7QYbaiso&feature=email) to get an idea of how its done. (More here (http://4tarpon.wordpress.com/capt-sandys-client-catch-photos-and-videos/)).

Boca Grande (http://4tarpon.wordpress.com/staff/) is a unique place (http://www.flickr.com/photos/19445710@N08/show/with/1935536863/) in Florida. Really is "Old Florida".
The Gasparrilla Inn (http://www.the-gasparilla-inn.com/) is on the National Historic Hotel registry and is a little pricey, but worth every penny. There are weekly condo and home rentals available thru my brothers real estate office. (http://www.gasparillaproperties.com/index.php?action=page_display&PageID=3)

I'd even do a special DBR rate, and I promise it won't be that much more than normal.:)

Wheat, my deep sea fishing is limited to little weenie Fluke & Flounder off the Jersey coast. The guys always wanted me to go for Blues, but I ever so politely declined. Blues fight. My fish didn't. :rolleyes:

This, however, sounds like a LOT of fun! I would seriously consider it. :)

[rthomas]

Now I didn't actually say anything about fishing on the shore, did I? I didn't think so! ;)

I think we should have a golf tournament.

[Wheat/"/"/"]

I think we should have a golf tournament.

We could easily combine it with a Golf tourney. The Inn course is a Pete Dye, and we have the private Coral Creek Club (http://www.coralcreekclub.com/Club/Scripts/Home/home.asp), a Tom Fazio design just off the island. I could get us on.

[rthomas]

We could easily combine it with a Golf tourney. The Inn course is a Pete Dye, And we have the private Coral Creek Club (http://www.coralcreekclub.com/Club/Scripts/Home/home.asp), a Tom Fazio design just off the island. I could get us on.

Dayuuuum! This is sounding good.

[OZZIE4DUKE]

I would absolutely love to host a DBR tarpon tournament.
I do corporate stuff like that all the time.

Tarpon season May thru July. 4 people per boat keeps the rates (http://4tarpon.wordpress.com/guide-services-and-charters/) reasonable when spilt. All we need is two boats to make a tournament. Girls against the guys? We fish either a 3 or 5 hour trip, generally around sunset, leaving your day free to beach it, visit the spa, golf or tour the town on a golf cart.
Have an early dinner, then a little wine and cheese on the boat, or skip dinner and bring beer and fried chix, your choice.
The average tarpon weighs around 100 pounds- up to two hundred, and if we don't catch at least 3, I'd be disappointed. We fish 15 minutes from the pick up dock, and it's rarely rough. Small bathroom on the boats, women love this comfort.
No prior fishing experience is needed. Take a few minutes to watch this Youtube video (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qhu7QYbaiso&feature=email) to get an idea of how its done. (More here (http://4tarpon.wordpress.com/capt-sandys-client-catch-photos-and-videos/)).

Boca Grande (http://4tarpon.wordpress.com/staff/) is a unique place (http://www.flickr.com/photos/19445710@N08/show/with/1935536863/) in Florida. Really is "Old Florida".
The Gasparrilla Inn (http://www.the-gasparilla-inn.com/) is on the National Historic Hotel registry and is a little pricey, but worth every penny. There are weekly condo and home rentals available thru my brothers real estate office. (http://www.gasparillaproperties.com/index.php?action=page_display&PageID=3)

I'd even do a special DBR rate, and I promise it won't be that much more than normal.:)


I think we should have a golf tournament.


We could easily combine it with a Golf tourney. The Inn course is a Pete Dye, and we have the private Coral Creek Club (http://www.coralcreekclub.com/Club/Scripts/Home/home.asp), a Tom Fazio design just off the island. I could get us on.
Sounds like we may have to put this thing together, if not this year then certainly next year! And 15 minutes off shore? I could handle that! But not boys vs. girls. Mixed teams please!

[sue71, esq]

I don't golf. :(

I've driven the beer cart though. :D

[DukieInKansas]

I don't golf. :(

I've driven the beer cart though. :D

I don't golf and have never driven the beer cart. I can sit on a beach and drink things with paper umbrellas in them. :)

[sue71, esq]

I can sit on a beach and drink things with paper umbrellas in them. :)

Ooooh, I can do that too! :D:rolleyes::p

[DevilAlumna]

I like deep sea fishing. I'll be out on the boat.

If Wheat next says we could also use the charter boat for a few SCUBA dives, I'm totally in!!! :D

[YmoBeThere]

It appears fishing is quite popular in the profession thread.

[devildeac]

"If the Fishins not Good, the Drinkins going to be better" or however the song goes. I just returned from a morning fishing trip trying to entice steelhead to sacrifice themselves for the good of my appetite. No luck today. Next week.

Steelhead? As in Steelhead IPA?:o:D

[devildeac]

It appears fishing is quite popular in the profession thread.

Why work when you can fish.:rolleyes::o;)

[Windsor]

Count me in...since it is almost in my backyard!

My husband plays golf...he can be my designated golf entry!

[CameronBornAndBred]

Ooooh, I can do that too! :D:rolleyes::p
That's two people who can sit on the beach drinking out of cups sporting paper umbrellas. You can have a drinking tournament.

[devildeac]

That's two people who can sit on the beach drinking out of cups sporting paper umbrellas. You can have a drinking tournament.

Why not? You can have Bass in the boat and bass on the grill;).

[ohioguy2]

Steelhead? As in Steelhead IPA?:o:D

Hey, you did it this time--for once (or twice) I did not try to combine threads. Steelhead as in trout. Actually I am just disappointed in myself that I did not think of it.

Fishing tourney--beer--beaches--beer cart--sounds good to me.:)

[ohioguy2]

Add a beer tasting event and the size of the crowd increases. Everyone brings some of their local favorites. I think I need to start a fishing thread.

[DukePA]

I'm loving the fishing/golfing/drinking idea. Let's do it next year! I have experience deep sea fishing (1 time and I caught a 75 lb blue marlin), driving a beer cart for a golf tournament, and drinking on the beach!

[Indoor66]

I'm loving the fishing/golfing/drinking idea. Let's do it next year! I have experience deep sea fishing (1 time and I caught a 75 lb blue marlin), driving a beer cart for a golf tournament, and drinking on the beach!

Add to that some of the greatest beaches for sea shell hunting in the world. Could be a great long weekend.

[cl15876]

... Fishing tourney--beer--beaches--beer cart--sounds good to me.:)

Along with with umbrella thingee's, some snorkeling/scuba and some cocktail tinis!!!! I'm definitely interested! That is my kind of outing!!!!! The fever is building and now you all have my salivating..... :D Oh and the golf outing, alot of fun also!

[cl15876]

I'm loving the fishing/golfing/drinking idea. Let's do it next year! I have experience deep sea fishing (1 time and I caught a 75 lb blue marlin), driving a beer cart for a golf tournament, and drinking on the beach!

I'm on DukePA and CathyCA's team for fishing! :cool:

[OZZIE4DUKE]

Take a few minutes to watch this Youtube video (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qhu7QYbaiso&feature=email) to get an idea of how its done.

I'd even do a special DBR rate, and I promise it won't be that much more than normal.:)
Truly amazing video, Wheat! I'm glad you let the fish go.

And your a comedian too. :rolleyes:

[cl15876]

Why work when you can fish.:rolleyes::o;)

Exactly! Teach a person how to fish and they can eat forever!!! :D

[OZZIE4DUKE]

I'm on DukePA and CathyCA's team for fishing! :cool:
No "real" couples on the same team/boat. Mix and match my friend! :D

[devildeac]

Add a beer tasting event and the size of the crowd increases. Everyone brings some of their local favorites. I think I need to start a fishing thread.

We have several beer tasting events every fall at WW-they're called Brunchgates;). Look at your schedule and come join us for 1 or more weekends:D. You'd be especially welcome with all the local favorites from Ohio that are available to you but not down here.:cool:

[CathyCA]

Sounds like we may have to put this thing together, if not this year then certainly next year! And 15 minutes off shore? I could handle that! But not boys vs. girls. Mixed teams please!

Ozzie, are you scared that the DBR Shin Kickerzzz are going to kick you and the other guys', um, sea bass? Because we will!

[cl15876]

I would absolutely love to host a DBR tarpon tournament. .... Take a few minutes to watch this Youtube video (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qhu7QYbaiso&feature=email) to get an idea of how its done. ... :)

Wheat - Thanks for sharing that video! Brought back alot of memories when I was a little fella like that youngster... I used to read BassMasters and Outdoor life and dream of fishing for Tarpon down in Florida one day, they were/are such an awesome fish! Haven't done it yet, but sounds like a possibility that the childhood dream may come true in the future!

The gal used the correct wording "Massive", I loved it!!!! Thanks again! ...chris

[cl15876]

No "real" couples on the same team/boat. Mix and match my friend! :D

LOL - I've never been deep sea fishing... these ladies are experienced! I need all the help I can get!!! :D

[cl15876]

.... um, sea bass? Because we will!

I love that spunk!!!! Very clever!!!! :D

[cl15876]

No "real" couples on the same team/boat. Mix and match my friend! :D

Come on minnow man!!! ROTFLMAO - I loved that story!:D

[DukieInKansas]

As well as drinking on the beach, I'm willing to go out on the boat but don't know about the fishing thing. Any kayaking with the manatees?

[colchar]

Why not? You can have Bass in the boat and bass on the grill;).

Bass on the boat. Bass on the grill. And don't forget Bass (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bass_(beer)) in your glass.

[OZZIE4DUKE]

Why not? You can have Bass in the boat and bass on the grill;).


Bass on the boat. Bass on the grill. And don't forget Bass (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bass_%28beer%29) in your glass.
I almost can't believe that Devildeac missed that one himself! :eek:

You can have bass in the boat, bass on the grill and Bass in your glass! :D

[DukieInKansas]

I almost can't believe that Devildeac missed that one himself! :eek:

You can have bass in the boat, bass on the grill and Bass in your glass! :D

And I thought Devildeac was referring to some kind of beer beverage in the boat when he used a capital b in Bass. Aren't message boards fun?

[devildeac]

I almost can't believe that Devildeac missed that one himself! :eek:

You can have bass in the boat, bass on the grill and Bass in your glass! :D

Bass on the boat was capitalized for just that reason:D-I didn't miss it. You and Colchar just missed my reference. I did not capitalize bass on the boat because THAT one referred the the fishy one;). I really need to insert a stick-your-tongue-out smiley here but that would make 5 (wink).

[devildeac]

And I thought Devildeac was referring to some kind of beer beverage in the boat when he used a capital b in Bass. Aren't message boards fun?

Thanks, DiK. You can be on my fishing/drinking team anytime;):D. Great minds think alike...

[devildeac]

And, as this is a profession thread, I need to get back to mine for a few more minutes before heading home...:o

[DukieInKansas]

Thanks, DiK. You can be on my fishing/drinking team anytime;):D. Great minds think alike...

When do we go? I don't know how good I am at the fishing thing as I haven't been since KEEP in Japan many, many moons ago. :o And that was pretty much fishing in a barrel (stock tank). I have been drinking much more recently. :D

[sue71, esq]

That's two people who can sit on the beach drinking out of cups sporting paper umbrellas. You can have a drinking tournament.

Works for me! :D:D

[sue71, esq]

No "real" couples on the same team/boat. Mix and match my friend! :D

Are there imaginary couples? :eek:

[OZZIE4DUKE]

Bass on the boat was capitalized for just that reason:D-I didn't miss it. You and Colchar just missed my reference. I did not capitalize bass on the boat because THAT one referred the the fishy one;). I really need to insert a stick-your-tongue-out smiley here but that would make 5 (wink).


I almost can't believe that Devildeac missed that one himself! :eek:

You can have bass in the boat, bass on the grill and Bass in your glass! :D


And I thought Devildeac was referring to some kind of beer beverage in the boat when he used a capital b in Bass. Aren't message boards fun?
Ya know, I did miss the reference, but if you notice, when I cut and pasted what you said I changed the capital B to a lower case b when I paraphrased you. And I thought it strange that you had used the B there. Must have been distracted by the work I wasn't doing...

[DukieInKansas]

Ya know, I did miss the reference, but if you notice, when I cut and pasted what you said I changed the capital B to a lower case b when I paraphrased you. And I thought it strange that you had used the B there. Must have been distracted by the work I wasn't doing...

Work should never get in the way of DBR! You have to get your priorities straight.

[captmojo]

I enjoy a good bass player in the band. Berry Oakley perhaps?:D

[Wheat/"/"/"]

I'm loving the fishing/golfing/drinking idea. Let's do it next year! I have experience deep sea fishing (1 time and I caught a 75 lb blue marlin), driving a beer cart for a golf tournament, and drinking on the beach!

There are several watering holes on the island that could host the drinking stage of the event, one in particular is aptly named "Temptation". Generations of fishing guides have paved the way for you.

Tarpon fishing is done in Boca Grande Pass (http://4tarpon.wordpress.com/staff/boca-grande-pass/)(an inlet for NC folks), just off the south end of the Island. It would not be considered "offshore" fishing, like Marlin-Tuna etc...we are always within a 1/2 mile of shore.
15 minutes from the dock, usually calm, big fish, upscale accomadations...It's why this area became so famous.

It might be tough to get this done for '09. About 60% of my time is already booked and I am usually full by the end of March. What I suggest we do if we want to move forward on this is pick 4 days sometime between May 15 and July 1st '10 and decide on them sometime this summer or sooner to give everybody plenty of time to plan... have an arrival day, Fishing day, Golf day departure day. You will want to stay longer, but this could be the best way to start. The drinking event can be scheduled as a marathon between arrival and departure. :)

We need to think in multiples of 4 for this since we fish maximum 4 per boat and foursomes for golf. Enter as a team? If we could get a total of 12 -16 I think that would be perfect for the first year. If this should become a popular idea for DBR fans, we could probably handle 28-32 comfortably, maybe more.

I personally don't dive, but we can set that up if a group would rather do that than golf. There are people here who do that, but we are not really known as a diving destinaton.

This is a very relaxing place. No stop lights and once you are here, the preferred mode of transportation is a golf cart. The beaches are lonely and there is a great community library. Remember you don't need fishing experience to do this, just a little determination.

There is a private airport just off the Island that happens to be owned by a Duke alum and one of my regular clients if anyone wants to fly in by private plane or a group wants to get together for a private charter. They would probably allow The DBR Invitational Tarpon Tournament landing rights, I'd have to check. Here's more how to get here info (http://4tarpon.wordpress.com/guide-services-and-charters/how-to-get-here/) for driving or commercial flights.

I'd be all for adding some sort of charity component to this too.

All the details can be handled through my shop, this stuff is what we do. Melina Chaplin (http://4tarpon.wordpress.com/special-effects-for-women/melina-chaplin/)is my right hand and she keeps everything I do straight. It would be a breeze to set up.

If anybody (Ms Windsor?) wants to come see us this season for some fact finding, come on down.