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Old 11-22-2007, 02:39 PM   #136
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Hurray I can share my knowlegde !! Ask me anything about:

Holland (or The Netherlands if you like that better)
Record keeping (you know: archives)
Trans sexuality
Trans gender or other gender issues
Hormones

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Old 11-30-2007, 09:37 PM   #137
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I like this idea.

-I am very well versed in Christian History, and Theology.
-I am an experienced Martial Artist, specificall Okinawan Shotokan.
-I am well versed in the concepts of Military Philosophy (Particularly Carl Von Clausewitz)
-I'm a videogame freak
-Knowledgable of Computers
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Old 12-05-2007, 10:35 AM   #138
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I am unoffically a ancient historian i have A-levels in archaeology and classical civilisations and many years study in various period of histrory. mostly up to 1500's I also have quite a lot of experience in the theatre (mostly back stage stuff) never really done any acting.

Quite a lot of stuff on mythology (old english, greek and roman)

I have also done A-levels in Psychology and Child Psychology
I have done basic counselling courses as well and just finished Teaching Assiatant qualifaction.

if you think i can be of help with anything just shout. i am rarely far away.

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Old 12-07-2007, 09:18 AM   #139
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For what it's worth, I'm well-versed in the following subject matters:

Cars - Tech Specs, Vehicle Components, Manufacturers, Motor Trade

Spanish Linguistics

English Linguistics

Videogames


I can't see much of it being of use as writers' resources, but you never know!
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Old 12-08-2007, 03:38 AM   #140
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I have a good knowledge of,

Electronic Music
Digital Animation
Haggis
Kilts
Freemasonry
(If you need to ask questions about the above, I'll try my best to answer them but I'm afraid certain topics cannot be discussed. please respect that. Ooo and I'll also let you in on the World Domination Plan lol if your nice to me)
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Old 12-08-2007, 10:36 AM   #141
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I forgot to mention,

I also have a library probarly containing approx 10,000 books containing occult thought, alchemy, spiritual enlightenment, druidism, wicca practise, psychic development theory, banishments, meditation techniques,celestial dietys. Well you get my point.

If anyones needing research on any of these subjects I'm sure I can help
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Old 12-27-2007, 02:31 PM   #142
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Anarkos, with your law expertise, perhaps you can help me with my legal question (see new posts for today - copyright infringement)

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Old 12-27-2007, 07:58 PM   #143
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i have general knowledge in

astronomy
geography
animal behavior
meteorology (aka weather)
martial arts
social behavior (both psychological and physical)

everything that comes to mind at the moment. like i said i have only general knowledge. few class's, books here and there. that type of thing. i'm not against research though so if you need some help, let me know and i'll let you know if i can help yea out.
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Old 01-01-2008, 07:28 AM   #144
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I have a good general knowledge of the following -

Celtic and Scandinavian mythology
Human behaviour -
Coping with loss/grief
Addiction/obsession
Hong Kong cinema
Traditional fables/fairy tales

I hope I may be able to assist someone in the future.
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Old 01-03-2008, 07:11 AM   #145
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Experience and knowledge

Here are some of the topics I feel comfortable giving advice on:
  • Film Buff
  • MBA grad
  • Infantry for 4 years in the army
  • Grew up just outside of Detroit MI (20 Years)
  • Familiar will 9/11
  • Terrorist Networks
  • RDD attacks
  • Chemical Attacks
  • Cyber attacks
  • Northern Virginia (~10 years)
  • Evolutionary Biology
  • National Guard DSCA efforts
  • Body Language
  • Intelligence Community
  • Surviellance and Security-related topics
Ping me, I am willing to offer some solutions and info
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My expertise include:

Miltary knowledge (anything in regards to the infantry, general knowledge of other military trades, organizational structure, weapons and how to use them, traditions, history of my current regiment - PPCLI, and other general knowledge.)

Computers - I've built my own, I have basic programming and webdesign skills.

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Old 01-04-2008, 12:16 AM   #147
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Mythology

PC Gaming, MMOS in particular

Hacking

Webcomics

The history of the Science Fiction field

The XMEN
(doubt anyone cares about that one, hehe)

However, if you wish to contact me, it would best be done by email.
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Old 01-04-2008, 01:13 AM   #148
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I forgot to mention,

I also have a library probarly containing approx 10,000 books containing occult thought, alchemy, spiritual enlightenment, druidism, wicca practise, psychic development theory, banishments, meditation techniques,celestial dietys. Well you get my point.

If anyones needing research on any of these subjects I'm sure I can help
Oh, Grand Poo-bah, with ten thousand books you should be able to enlighten us serfs on how to transmute base metals into gold.
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Old 01-11-2008, 07:35 PM   #149
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I have some expertise in the following areas:

- Horses, Horsemanship, minor veterinary detail
- Dogs, identification of breeds, and dog sports
- Farm and rural life in general ()
- CALL CENTRE EMPLOYMENT
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