I am not sure if I have much in common with the Dan Tucker in the song. As a masculine boasting song of the time, Dan is an animalistic character, driven by sex, violence, and strong drink. I quit drinking hard liquor years ago, am no longer a smoker (after years of chain smoking), limit sex to one partner, and really dislike violence, unless Bruce Willis in inflicting it on the big screen.
Happily married for 25+ years, married a home town girl. Have an awesome teenage son, who is also autistic. We also always have pets around us as part of our family.
About 30 years ago I wrecked my motorcycle and busted me up pretty good. I still feel the effects today, but we all have scars and pains from the past that we live with. I lost my faith in God many years ago. I live so I can look my self in the mirror the next morning.. not so I can get some reward after I die.
I am deeply in debt and scrape by paying the bills each month.
Education is extremely important. That said, I sadly never finished college. . .But as Tom Bodet is quoted "In school, you're taught a lesson and then given a test. In life, you're given a test that teaches you a lesson.”
Politically, you can say I am a conservative liberal. Everyone should have a chance for success without a select few holding the majority of the cards. Everyone should contribute to society.. unless they are considered brain dead.
I have an abundant mentality.. there is enough to go around. I also believe in sustainability. In order for us to grow as a culture, we need to reinvest into that culture.
I have tried starting my own business twice. Selling Commodore computers in the 80s (they really had something with the Amiga) and a yard care business in the 90s. I also put in my 4 years in the Army and 2 years reserve. I have worked for the State Government for the past 15 years.
There is my short ramblings about me. I hope to update this blog as time goes on. I am not 100% set in my ways and am willing to listen to logic and reason.
