Here I am!

Let me introduce myself. My name is Joe. I am a cynical type that lurks in the minds of men and women... Well, not really. But, I do have this theory that I am one of those people you don't realize or think about until I am gone. I call that the Nothing syndrome. It's hard to explain really. I'm there, but people don't .... Anyway, I also have this "Joe Three Time" syndrome. I find that it takes people THREE times to like me. The first time I meet somebody, I am very quiet and kinda look grumpy (that's a genetic problem I have). I say a few things here and there, but mostly I just listen and determine the audience. In other words, I am taking subconcious notes about you and figuring you out. What can I get away with? What can't I do? Who are you? Are you a nerd, geek, think you're cool, a dork? The new person, on the other hand, thinks I am just a grumpy asshole.... This one time, I went with a friend to see an Irish Parade. He brought along this girl I had to meet. Well, she hated me, because I was just being my usual "first time self." In fact, she said, and I quote: "Would you just lighten up!" ... Well, needless to say, this person did not impress me either. Anyway, the second time you meet me, I start testing the boundaries. I talk a little more. I tell jokes. Then the new person starts to think... "Maybe I was wrong about this dude, but not so sure!" ... Then the third time? We have a great time and become fast friends... That is the trend. Ask some of my friends... Well, you can't because you don't know any of my friends, and they'll tell you that on the first meeting, I come off as an asshole. ... That girl from the parade? The second time we met at a party? She did think that maybe I wasn't that bad... and I bet if I meet her a third time? We'll be fast friends... Maybe. I really don't like her that much. So, moving on... For those of you just joining us, my name is Joe. I live with family. I am unemployed, but in school to join a new profession. The "Airplane" that was circling for awhile is finally asking for clearance to land so I can begin the next chapters in my life. I am not a very attractive looking person. I really enjoy beer, as the whole beer culture has become my hobby. I am developing the skill that when I hear a style, I can generally figure out what it should taste like. I also live with three cats. One cat is trying to kill me. I swear a lot here, so just so you fucking know. Maybe this isn't quite the office friendly place. Ummm... And, I ... Just read some stuff, and figure out the rest yourself.