J.D.
Gijoe


URL:  /mr_tornado_head


Member since: 08/03/2007


Number of hits: 3634


Location: Carroll, OH


Quote/Motto: We demand rigidly defined areas of doubt and uncertainty !


Favorite Driver: Dave Blaney


Driver I won't be sending a Christmas card:
Tony Stewart


Who Am I:
Goofy guy with a weird sense of humor. Works alot, rides bikes. Listen to lots of music and reads some. Coffee is a good, good thing.


Favorite Racing Moment:
Anytime there's a close, beating and bumping race going down to the wire.


How I discovered Rowdy, and why I Listen:
I was searching iTunes a few years ago for NASCAR offerings. What was there was meager except for Rowdy. It was well produced, insightful, humorous and the guys talked enough about themselves that you felt like you were hanging out with friends. Never tunred back, even paid for a subscription for awhile during that dark time.


Why I'm a race fan:
Got back in to racing after a long layoff when my parents bought tickets for my brothers, our wives, and myself to the CocaCola 600 in 2000. It's crept up since then.


What car/truck I drive now:
05 Chevy Malibu, Bruiser my 'cross bike.


My dream car:
Original GT40, DeThomaso Pantera, Rivendell custom


Favorite Music:
LOTS. Right now, The Attitude!, Damien Rice, Nick Riff, Junior Brown, Buckethead


Favorite Movies:
Something offbeat with out the usual hollywood ending


Favorite TV Shows:
Not much... NASCAR, The Red Green Show, Tour De France coverage


Favorite Books:
Oryx & Crake, The Tao of Pooh, Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy


Interests:
Fast cars, elegant bikes, fun music, good food, better beer. Zen. The usual suspects.


Dislikes:
Lots of things but I am working in reducing that.


Hobbies:
Cycling, reading. I like to sleep from time to time, too.


Vices:
Work way too much.


Virtues:
Oh, I am SO virtuous!


Heroes:
My Dad. My Sons.



Carl_aflacSo how long are you going to be there?

Img_5012Yeah...Mt. Lemmon is very cool! Can't you travel through like 8 different ecosystems on your way to the top? Now that would be a hell of a bike ride...Later much.

Img_5012I bet it's just starting to get nice there? I talked to my Dad on Saturday and he said it's still really hot in Phoenix. I'll be in San Diego for the rest of the week. I'll try to check in. Was at the Rep Natl Conv all weekend - an interesting bunch of people. Take care, I'll catch up with ya soon...

Carl_aflacScorpions, Tarantulas OHMY!

Img_5012Don't sweat it, J. D. When Jack was an infant (and we lived in Phoenix), I found a black widow spider in his room!!! Not exactly what a first-time Mom really wants to see... Play some golf while you're at it!!!

Carl_aflacThanks for the AM Chuckle! (I read it in the AM, morning cow)

SrJ.D!!!! Hey!

Img_5012Yay! J. D. is back...if only for a short visit! Photobucket

Chief187I just read your comments from my Parade Mag. blog. I didn't realize Janet wrote about NASCAR. Seems like something I could pick up for Racer's b-day unless you instruct me otherwise...

Chief187Thank you for the b-day greetings, I appreciate it. Never worry about "lateness" b/c I could care less. I'm actually 36, but thanks for the lower guess ; ) I'll drop you an email very soon... Be well.

Carl_aflacI was wondering where you had been all this time. Glad you have a computer back, the 'cows' just aren't the same without you around :)

Carl_aflacI see how it is, going for the younger taller blonde are ya? LOL!

Img_5012Hey Bud! Tell Catie I feel her pain...spouse-less for 2 weeks...going on week 2! I hope the job is still working out. I don't have time for anything anymore either (except riding my bike :-) ). I'll try to catch you on email...

Photogo on, tell me about prepping for cyclocross! i am doing a century in 3 weeks.

Profilehey Jd just thought I'd shout out too ya haven't talked with ya in a while. hope all is well and hope to talk with ya soon! your friend in Rowdy! Todd

Bristol_stageFingers crossed for this weekend! Hope they get the set up right. Would be great to have another win to keep him up in the Chase standings. And no, I'm totally not offended by your avatar! Have you been riding a lot this summer?

Img_5012GI Joes on roadkill?

Img_5012GI Joe guys on a squirrel...we figured it out at work!

Img_5012So -- how'd ya like that nice little ol' tire tearing a hole through the rear end of a black and yellow race car? Um...I didn't like it very much.

Img_5012I got two big problems, Mr. Cyclocross: (1) going down hills - I hate that I can't really pedal, and lose whatever heart rate gain I had going up the dang hill. (2) Turning corners fast...I like to go fast. But it's scary turning fast on a bike. I'm up to 10mi now - did that last night. Just remember to do intervals when you start your running (I know I didn't need to tell you that).

PhotoHappy BD, JD!

PhotoHappy BD, JD!

Bristol_stageYour new avatar is both hysterical and gross all at the same time. :)

Rowdy_ava2Thanks man, just been busy with work and some side projects. Hopefully I'll be back on track shortly. Until then...what in the hell have you killed in your avatar and am I safe in Kentucky?!?!?

  • Wes
  • 07/21/2008

018Currently I'm at the BAF. If you don't know where that is I cam PM you. But a hint is that it was in the movie Charlie Wilsons War. Homstation is Lakenheath in England. I be home soon enough!!

Img_5012<- What the hell is that???

Carl_aflacAwesome Avatar! Carl won the Nationwide race, too bad I had fallen asleep, other than that ... My step-daughter Leah is home on leave. I expect GiGi not next weekend but the week after that. She sent me a picture of her in a truck bed with an eight foot gator ... as a mother should I be concerned?

018Well JD, that is what friends do! Exactly what you tell them not to because we know you need it!! Anyhow I hope you have a great week.

SrWell dadgum, I didn't know your birthday was on the 15th! Happy (late) birthday! This is kind of funny: A lot of people I know (including myself yesterday) celebrated their birthday this week. Woah!

Img_5012Ok Cyclocross Boy - I just pedaled 8 miles. I figure that's about equivalent to running 4 miles??? Does that sound right? I have 21 gears - I'd much rather have like 25. I really need some torque on the downhill swing to slow down. I feel like I'm burnin' up the brakes!

ProfileHope you're having a fabulous birthday JD!

MeHappy Birthday and when you coming to Michigan again?

Bristol_stageWoot woot! Happy Birthday J.D.!

MostrowdyHappy Birthday! Have a blessed Day.

Chief187Why would I hide from you? Crazy talk. Now, about you coming to Pittsburgh this weekend...

018Happy Birthday!! Best wishes always!

Chief187Happy, happy, happy birthday friend : ) And many, many, many, many more!!

Img_5012I know, I know. I hate when people do that to me. I couldn't resist...you so deserve the well wishes!!! I'm sorry. Hope you enjoyed that beer! :-)

Racer187_pocono08Happy Birthday!

466575225_414efe81a3_mHappy Birthday J.D.....

Img_5012Happy Birthday, Buddy!!!

P1011474bHappy Birthday!

Carl_aflacWhat? Is it true? Are you a whole year older? That's what I've been told, many happy returns!

Img_5012Hey you! Becky beat me over here! Watch out for Matt in Joliet...watch out!

Carl_aflacHellooo? Whatsup? Where ya bean?

Img_5012Good to hear, J. D.! Nope. You won't see me back in AZ. I lived there for 4 years and that was enough. Although I do like everything within about 3 hours of Phoenix! Happy 4th of July to you and Cate!

PhotoWestern Spirit Tours dd the ride. We camped, but it was supported. Great food, cool guides, and amazing trails. Any of their trips would be great.

Carl_aflacLoved it! Chuck Norris wasn't born with feet, just boots. Happy 4th!

Carl_aflacThe agent of Chuck Norris asked Chuck if he wanted to be in Brokeback Mountain. Chuck Norris' agent has been missing for almost 2 years now. Never ask Chuck Norris to be in a gay cowboy movie.

PhotoOK, that might be a little more bike race than I need!

Bristol_stageLOL your random answers cracked me up!!!!

Img_5012Take one look at Motorola's stock price...that should tell you the whole story. I voted to kick the entire board off (including Icahn's idiots) in May. I guess that didn't work. Fools!!!! Thanks for the email...I'm on my way to work right now - hopefully I can answer it soon. Glad that your job stuff is holding steady for you!!!

Carl_aflacI eed yours and Susie's conversation, here's hoping your job situation improves. :) I know my husband went months working basically part time hours, and he gets paid hourly, Yikes! He's been working more steady lately Thank goodness! It was kind of nice to have a house husband, Hahaha!

Carl_aflacI wonder how many people got the "Dave's not here" reference! Too funny!

Img_5012I'm glad you have some good job news! Is it with that hospital? My job situation is terrible. I believe very soon, I'll either be out of a job or working for Cisco. I don't know what's worse. Going on nearly 3 weeks straight without a husband...miss him dearly. So yeah, my life sucks right about..........now. Sorry to unload on ya. You just sorta caught me on the down swing over here.

Carl_aflacSpeaking of jobs ... Chuck Norris doesn't need a job he walks by ATMs and they start shooting money out ...

Carl_aflacWhen Chuck Norris wants popcorn, he breathes on Nebraska.

Chief187That's a deal - I'm almost done with this cr*p I bought. Not getting the gobs of information I was hoping for! Thanks for thinking of me : )

Carl_aflacIf you ever get a chance to meet Susie in person DO IT! She is the best! We had a BLAST! Two kindred spirits with our scanners and intense love of Nascar! We "girls" made some of those men look like amateurs Haha! Family life is good. Waiting for the paperwork to go through to get Leah (the marine) back for good. Her BF has some more medical stuff to go through before they let him go. GiGi is good, still a little homesick but seems to be adjusting.

Chief187I know I have Racer 187 (hahahahahahaha, you BOTH slay me with that comment!), but I need to come up with new things to keep y'all interested lest you all fall under the spell of someone new...

Racer187_pocono08OK... it's 5:30am in the morning and I'm trying to be as silent as possible to not wake the wife and kids... then I saw your post on Chief's blog... too dang funny not to laugh!!! You're the best!

Img_5012*click*click*click*

00000361_img...thanks for reading and supporting, JD... I'm happy to know that you, and I must say the majority of Rowdians have said some very kind things through this whole thing. Glad to know he is as transparent to others as he seems to me... X:)

Sweet_victory_2I'm loving the new job and this wonderful springtime weather. I can't get enough. And the race season is pretty entertaining this year, too. I think it's way more exciting than last year.

Sweet_victory_2Hi, JD. I also want to apologize for not keeping in better contact. I saw your comment on my photo, so I wanted to come by and say "hi" and that I'm thinking of you. And don't worry, I would only use my incredible aiming skills on pieces of paper... maybe some tin cans some day.

LaWe have not talked in a looooonnnnnggg while. I'm a jerk and I apologize. If you saw how many email drafts I have to you- you'd laugh. Then you'd probably say, "Just hit send Dummy!!!" I will. I promise.

Racer187_pocono087/19&20 is affirmative. Will we be expecting you?

Profilehey jd. just up to a little racing. :) just thought I'd drop by and say hey. hope to talk with ya soon. your friend in Rowdy Todd

Img_5012Hi to my favorite J. D.!

Racer187_pocono08I'm glad you like it. I hope it fits OK. You look kinda skinny in your pics, but it's the smallest size we had made.

SrYou know, I was out riding my bicycle this morning & I thought of you; so therefore, how the heck are ya?!

MeBicycle, probably pedal....nice park with bike paths. We'll be looking for you! Pray the T-storms hold off on Sunday.

Alicia_katie_joeThanks JD. Prom was AWESOME! And everything is going VERY well for me so far. I am living it up and enjoying my last days. How's everything going out thre? I hope all is well!

  • Joe
  • 06/12/2008

Img_5012Just don't forget the hat on our dear Cat.

MeWe'll miss ya, maybe next year! Hope we see you up here soon! Bring the bike and I'll show you that great park!

Img_5012Yes! We will have fun...no matter who wins, right Becky? J. D. - thank you for your very nice send off! I really do appreciate that. Just think one seven, one seven, one seven...and some ninety-nine of course! We'll catch ya at another race, for sure, buddy!

Carl_aflacYou're right, HMO's don't cover Chuck! Will miss you this weekend :) maybe next year? Can't wait to meet Susie face to face, talked on the phone today, were your ears burning? Haha! All good, don't worry. :)

Bristol_stageYay for KK! :) I'm loving the fact I get to say "told you so!" to a bunch of people. :)Yes, its hot here...not as bad as over the weekend though when it was 98.

Img_5012The Vodka is all that matters!

Racer187_pocono08Thank you sir!

Chief187Hershey was great - HOT, but great! No, Racer doesn't do that stuff. I think he doesn't have anywhere for that stuff to go if he has to pee in the racecar. I wash his uniform so none of that stuff is allowed in there! As for Gatorade, I don't touch the stuff. I'm convinced it will taste like sweat - YUCK! I stick to water. Oh, and I just sent you a package compliments of Racer187.

Bristol_stageThanks J.D.! How are you? Hope you are enjoying the summer and getting out on your bike! Have you guys had the crazy weather that has hit WI, IN and IA? I'm in WI now and its been nuts...tornado warnings, flooding...hope you guys are ok!

Racer187_pocono08Thanks for helping me stick up for Elliot. We're in Hershey now and I saved the last few days of Rowdy to listen to on the drive out from Jersey. I could not believe Poole and Mast!

Img_5012Drunk dial here...I just got back from one of Hawkey's gigs! My ears are ringing badly. It's 2am...and one too many Colorado Bulldogs later! Cheers...

Carl_aflacOnly a week 'til Susie and I are turned loose on MIS! You looking for another job? Other than that how's it all going? The doctor tried to fix my wagon this week by giving me medicine that I was allergic to. Got that straightened out ... now, how to get back at that doctor ... maybe it's time to call Chuck!

Chief187If Hershey doesn't get me first, I'll be in 'fighting' shape for Karate and the Tigers! Thanks, as always, for the shout : )

Chief187If Hershey doesn't get me first, I'll be in 'fighting' shape for Karate and the Tigers! Thanks, as always, for the shout : )

MeHow are you! Will we be seeing you anytime soon??? I think I am going to melt in Nashville this weekend!!!

Carl_aflacYou know, this duck is rather high strung... don't ya think? How's things? At least last week was a good week to be a Roush fan :)

Racer187_pocono08Buzz has not ID'd the soundtrack yet, either. Gotta any ideas yet?

Carl_aflacI tried to make a "duck" smiley, whataya think? Just stopping by with a smile : ]

Chief187Thanks for your comments on my Scott Speed blog : ) I'm glad you caught the race, too. It was a good one. I think I owe you an email. I'm off to Karate, but will try to get you one tonight or tomorrow...

ProfileHey JD just stopped by to say hi! hope to talk with ya soon.

MeA bird (or rather a duck) told me you should come to Michigan next month!!!

Carl_aflacFeathers? Oh NO! I knew I should have tipped her more! QUACK!

Img_5012Stopping by to say, "Hi." But I like Becky's "Hi" better!

Carl_aflacAAAAFLAAACCK!

Carl_aflacThat would be wonderful to have you guys, like Susie says, the weekend would be complete!

Carl_aflacoooo, good idea Susie, I will hit him from this side! You guys need to come to MIS!!!!!

Carl_aflacHi :)

Img_5012What a pleasure!!! You are a charmer, JD! I'll have you know...I will now officially be bugging you and Cate to come to MIS. Caution: I can be relentless.

Chief187Great to see you back!! : ) If you need to know when a race is, ask the Crew Chief ; ) Pittsburgh will be run July 19/20, but Racer and I (& the rest of Team 187)will arrive Fri. the 18th. Will we REALLY see you there (she writes hopefully...)?

ProfileDude it is the least we could do. Family is family.

Chief187J.D., when you are ready to return to Rowdy, we welcome you with open arms.

ProfileSo sorry to hear about your loss, JD. ...prayers for you & your family....

Chief187Thnaks for the immediate comments on the Martin blog : ) Where are you? What's new? I'm a yellow belt (huge proud grin)!!!!!!!

Bristol_stageThank you J.D.!

Carl_aflacI know! I was reading through them and I couldn't stop laughing when I read it!

Carl_aflacChuck Norris once ate an entire ream of rice paper and shat out origami swans and Mister Miyagi from Karate Kid.

Img_5012Oh and I agree. Robbie will be back atop the 17 box in no time...

Img_5012I am a girl of many hats.

Carl_aflacJack needs to hire CHUCK!

Profilehey JD, Yeah Kenny B. he owned a team and drove for himself also. would love to see smoke hook up with some one else. maybe a RCR or what if Harvick and Smoke joined forces in team ownership. and harvick still drove for RCR.

Carl_aflacOMG! Whoever set up the 17 and the 99 really screwed the pooch this time. Carl kept asking Robbie to fix it, but I never heard a fix called out, just a track bar adjustment. Bad weekend for Carl and Matt in 19? WTF?!

Carl_aflacAt Talladega, Chuck Norris IS the big one!

Sweet_victory_2Thanks, I'm VERY excited about the new job. I hope I still have time to get Rowdy every day.

Chief187Is Pittsburgh a possibility for you?!!!!!!!!! Would LOVE to meet/see you (feel like I know you already)! Keep us informed...

Racer187_pocono08Long time no hear! Yes, class is still on. I'll finish 5/8, until next Fall. Race season is here. I ran at Pocono the weekend before last. Next event at the Glen in June. Are you close enough to come out to the PVGP in Shenley Park, Pittsburgh in July for a day?

Chief187Happy...er, Day to you, too! ; )

Profile_5This is Fresh Air!!!!!!!!! I can hear Terri's upbeat voice now.

Sweet_victory_2Yes, I've been given my own special copy of it. And you can tell what I think of it.

Sweet_victory_2Yeah, sorry to keep switching it up. This should be the last change.

Carl_aflacChuck Norris IS RIGHT BEHIND YOU.

ProfileAint Superstitious but a black cat crossed my trail. Jeff Beck Group is amazing. Hanging out with Rod last year and watching him school his own band was very illustrative and down right super-cool. The Crue is doing Crue Fest with Buckcherry and Sixx A.M. I am so there.

Carl_aflacChuck Norris does not love Raymond.

ProfileYou Bet. Th Bucket can reel the wheels off a Stratocaster but he makes Marlyn look normal.

Chief187Oh my goodness, I am embarrassed by how late this response is : ( All is well. Racer had a race @ Pocono this past weekend and had a good time. ML 187 and I are earning new belts at the end of the month in Karate. Business as usual for him, but my 1st one and I'm really WORKING for it!!!! How are you? What's new?!

MeSo how was the Detroit trip? Will you be hanging around more often??

Img_5012From Matt's board: Matt Kenseth doesn't sleep..... He waits... Matt Kenseth can lead a horse to water, AND make it drink! Matt Kenseth can set ants on fire with a magnifying glass. At NIGHT. Matt Kenseth can win a game of Connect Four in only three moves. Matt Kenseth has counted to infinity... TWICE! Matt Kenseth can strike a match on a bar of soap. Matt Kenseth can clap with one hand.

ProfileSomething tells me that you'd like Danko Jones?

LaPLEASE DON'T BE MAD! I'm really sorry, I've just been like a sneaky ninja on here lately. I'll be back more soon (I hope.) Friends?

ProfileJust discovered RA. Guess I was late to he party. I bought HURT but am no sure I dig it. Any suggestions?

Sweet_victory_2Oh, absolutely.

Img_5012Goodie. Then I'd get to see you in June, too. :-)

Carl_aflacWow! That's a tough call. Would you be traveling less? What part of Detroit?

Sweet_victory_2Why? Did I shake your confidence somehow?

Carl_aflacThanks, Carl is our bright spot! Matt is close, I can feel it!

MeSorry I will miss you I will be in Florida next week!!!! Right now I am sick as a dog and busy trying to get everything done no fun! Have to catch ya next time around....

Carl_aflacHi! Been a bad week, GiGi's dog, Andie, died suddenly on Sunday :( I do have a new Chuck Norris thingy, go to the google main page and type "google chuck norris" then hit the "I'm feeling lucky" button! It's a hoot :)

Chief187Happy Easter to you and yours. I hope the weather holds so you have to dye eggs!!! We did tonight and had a blast : ) I love seeing your comments on my blogs - I appreciate you stopping by and leaving your opinions : ) Have a great everything and come round again soon!