Hi everyone, I'm curious to know what's the story behind your user name (or Alias)... There are a bunch of people that use their name (of parts of it) like myself, Albert Porter, GerryM5, Esoler...
But where does user name like Cornfedboy, Garfish, Calloway, Tireguy, SwampWalker (and many many others) come from? Any story behind?
My college gave me this as my e-mail, automatically generated from my name. First 6 letters of the last name, first initial, middle initial. Came out "killmoms."
nickname from my friend back from high school. I had a prom photo that made my head look huge and it stuck ever since. Thinking about it, we all go by our nicknames and commonly if we hear our real name, its strange.
63 my fav # when I was a kid as it was Standard Bike Company's number and I rode Standards.
From the NHL Anaheim Ducks. Won its first championship in 2007; thus the screen name. Had the privilege of being there for the playoff run. Quite a few hockey fans on Agon.
Don't let the injury stop you. I have multiple tears in each Meniscus and Osteo/Rheumatoid Arthritis in both knees with my C-45 vertebrae degenerating. While Table Tennis doesn't require the extensive court coverage of your former sport, I still have to be quick on my feet.
@Rex44 My ex wife is Japanese. When I originally used this screen name I was going to use a different name but it would have been offensive in Japanese. So I settled on this. lol
I used to do porno in NYC when I was young and needed an alias for the credits. Manson had just murdered Jay Sebring and his real name was unpronouncable. He figured a short first name coupled with a car race would sound Hollywood sexy and that is how he got his name. I did the same.
From this: What is a Paladin? (You might also try reading the 'Arthedain' and the special section about Metacon to find out why I'm being seen as a Paladin.)
Metacon: "This is a difficult question. At most, it's difficult for me, because I guess at least I had a very uncommon way to actually 'become' one. The Valar chose to give me a second chance one time and watched how I did. After some time I guess they decided that I did well and told me the truth. It was finally my decision that I agreed to their offer - being their Paladin. But to better explain what exactly seperates a paladin from a warrior, let me cite some wise men:"
"To some we are Holy Warriors, destroyers of evil, but to me it is deeper than that. Paladins are symbols of all that is good and right in the world. We are the defenders of the defenseless. We are the voice of law, but we are the bearers of Justice. We fight for law and order, but laws can be corrupted, and twisted to fit the needs of the enemy. We are the voice of pure justice when the laws no longer work." "Paladins are the best of two worlds. We hone and partake of the scholarly pursuits, so as to better control and use our warrior abilities."
"Any barbarian can lead a mob, but a Paladin will turn a mob into an army."
"From this balance of mind and body a Paladin derives the divine power of Leadership, which radiates out to those we lead, causing them to fight more fiercely, skillfully, and defend better."
"The Calling of the Paladin is of the most high and ancient origin. Long ago, when Men of all races strove against Chaos and Darkness, the Gods sent down grace and leadership unto those among us who were pure of heart and purpose. Those so chosen became shining beacons of leadership and courage to all around them. Each Paladin throughout the ages has been a focus for the forces of Light against Darkness. Thus, each Paladin must ever seek within for the dedication and purity of spirit required to lead and inspire. We lead, not by shouting orders or commanding from afar, but rather by our example. A Paladin shall ever be the first into battle and the last to retreat, never quavering no matter the odds lest others fail in their own courage as well. A Paladin must ever be a shining example of courtesy and honor -- 'tis better never to have been born than to forswear your oath once you give it as a Paladin. Yet all is not grim, for a Paladin is not some hermit locked in a tower and forbidden the taste of life. No, far from it! For each Paladin may choose to wed in good time and raise a family, such that honor and courage may be taught even to the babe on his mother's knee. The one abiding purpose of a Paladin be to live as an example to others of courage, virtue, and leadership. A wise Paladin never seeks judge over others, but shall never refuse to aid in settling a dispute if aid may be given. If ever the Darkness should conquer the Light, the last gleam shall come from the uplifted blade of a righteous Paladin.
"It is important that you understand that to be a Paladin is not just a profession, it is a method for being".
It was the 80's and "On Golden Pond" was a favorite. Girlfriend of the time had a way of nick-naming her buddies; she was Mrs. Fonda and I, Mr. Fonda (Dig Fonda to be complete). We never tied the knot in real life, but have remained friends over the years. Somehow I needed a moniker here and MrFonda popped into my head and it wasn't already in use. It's too much trouble to change it now. Great, fun topic :-)
My introduction to better audio was with Arcam, and I still use their older amplifiers: both an Alpha 9 integrated and power, which I bi-amp with my B&W's. I also have an Alpha 9 CD player and Arcam's multidisc CD player.
Hence, "Arcamguy," although I've also branched out to Marantz, which I loved as a kid and have several pieces.
Probably more information than you needed, but there 'ya go.
Dynami - in this case it is referring to the ancient Greek word Dynami - meaning - Power, speed, strength, agility, knowledge....etc. And the 28 that's for me (sorry). I have Dynami tattooed on my right forearm, and when I become wise enough, Gnosis will go on the left.
The name of a new wave clothing store across the street from a record store I used to hang around in back in the day. Seemed to suit my mood at the time.
This is my first post here so hopefully ya'll won't judge me for youthful indiscretions. Arch is my last name and arch23dmt was my original AOL user name. The 23-dmt refers to a certain fast-acting psychedelic which while extremely intense, wears off after about thirty minutes. It is still my username for every website I sign in to. I was in high school and decided to be "cheeky" but since nobody ever knew what it meant I just kept it.
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