Jim in Anchorage Posted February 11, 2010 Author Posted February 11, 2010 I realize that's not nearly as noble as what you're thinking about, Jim. If you decide to follow through on your idea, I wish you the best of luck. Thanks. What really got me thinking about it was a conversation I had with a friends wife who has done volunteer work in South America in high altitude villages[8000 feet+] Apparently everyone has cataracts[including 6 year old children] because of the high UV levels at that altitude. My God, people suffering cataracts because of the lack of $10 sunglasses?
BillsPride12 Posted February 11, 2010 Posted February 11, 2010 Trust me, it is nothing like what the TV represents it to be. I'm not basing this off C.S.I. and tv shows like that, in fact I hate those kinda shows because they are so far-fetched and unrealistic, but I do watch a lot of Forensic Files and the real shows that are on Tru Tv and it seems very exciting and it would be a career with a real purpose
KD in CA Posted February 11, 2010 Posted February 11, 2010 Hitman. I thought I was the only one! Hitman would be a fascinating profession. Bartender at some open air beach bar would be ok too. Or running my own little winery. I have a good amount of hours in my pilots logbook[all Alaska time] and have thought of flying for one of the missionary outfits in South America/Africa .No real point here, but I would love to combine my love of flying with delivering food/medicine to people who desperately need it. I guess what I am getting at, is do you give up financial security in a job you hate,and roll the dice in a job you love but are unsure of? I have a friend who does just that on a volunteer basis through this group: http://www.angelflight.org/
Chef Jim Posted February 11, 2010 Posted February 11, 2010 Hammock tester. But I'd be the worlds best hammock tester so all hammock companies would beg for my services and because of that they'd have to follow my ground rules: 1. I must spend no less than 90 minutes in each hammock to fully test it for comfort 2. I will only test them outdoors on sunny days with little or no humidity or wind 3. Each hammock company must provide the beverage of my choice, ice cold in a glass, no plastic, so it makes that nice soothing clincking noise when I take a sip 4. And no, I repeat NO rope hammocks that leave those ugly lines on my back and legs. 5. And if the tempurature during my test at any time goes above 80 degrees they will provide not one, but two hot chicks to fan me.
Frit0 Bandit0 Posted February 11, 2010 Posted February 11, 2010 Thanks. What really got me thinking about it was a conversation I had with a friends wife who has done volunteer work in South America in high altitude villages[8000 feet+] Apparently everyone has cataracts[including 6 year old children] because of the high UV levels at that altitude.My God, people suffering cataracts because of the lack of $10 sunglasses? Where abouts in South America?
LongLiveRalph Posted February 11, 2010 Posted February 11, 2010 As a job... I would love to be LeBron James's agent. I think I could be a great agent, and I think that LeBron would be the ideal client. Young, world class talent, transcendant personality, smart, funny, energetic, and a cash cow. Plus, everyone would have to kiss my ass just for the opportunity to kiss LeBron's ass. As a hobby... I would love to own a stable of thoroughbreds, to race, breed, and raise them. Main residence and farm would be in Saratoga, NY with wintertime training at Santa Anita in CA. I have to assume that if I was to make it to that point, I have done pretty well in my life.
Frit0 Bandit0 Posted February 11, 2010 Posted February 11, 2010 I wouldn't need a career change .... just a remote tropical island of my own .... As Chief I would make little chiefs, fish and pay homage to myself.
Tcali Posted February 11, 2010 Posted February 11, 2010 I'm considering going to seminary part time while I'm working fromt here I could work my way into ministry gradually. I don't know for sure, though. good for you Joe!! best of luck with that.
Tcali Posted February 11, 2010 Posted February 11, 2010 well the aspirations early were pro football player and classical music composer.. -now would love to be a jazz pianist/ composer with my own quartet or trio--- --i love what i do for a job--but wish i didnt have to do it for the money-pressure is always on. would like to start a charity--under my control--directly work with the poor and sick and neglected.
Jim in Anchorage Posted February 11, 2010 Author Posted February 11, 2010 Where abouts in South America? Not sure. I asked her where it was and all I got was got was 'well it was so high in the mountains I could hardly breath. Of course I want Lat/Long so will try to pin it down next time.
Guffalo Posted February 11, 2010 Posted February 11, 2010 I'm considering going to seminary part time while I'm working fromt here I could work my way into ministry gradually. I don't know for sure, though. It would be interesting to know what denomination is interested in someone of your pedigree? A man of such diverse talents and virtues will be in demand, I just don't know where. Is this an overseas/third world country gig?
stuckincincy Posted February 11, 2010 Posted February 11, 2010 It would be interesting to know what denomination is interested in someone of your pedigree? A man of such diverse talents and virtues will be in demand, I just don't know where. Is this an overseas/third world country gig? We can only hope that it's a cloistered order...
Just Jack Posted February 11, 2010 Posted February 11, 2010 It would be interesting to know what denomination is interested in someone of your pedigree? A man of such diverse talents and virtues will be in demand, I just don't know where. Is this an overseas/third world country gig? Maybe he's going to start his own religion, and we'll all kneel at the Altar Of Joe.
Guffalo Posted February 11, 2010 Posted February 11, 2010 Maybe he's going to start his own religion, and we'll all kneel at the Altar Of Joe. Don't we already?
IDBillzFan Posted February 11, 2010 Posted February 11, 2010 Stay-at-home Dad. I can't begin to imagine how great that would be.
VABills Posted February 12, 2010 Posted February 12, 2010 Stay-at-home Dad. I can't begin to imagine how great that would be. Ask Michael Keaton?
Jim in Anchorage Posted March 8, 2010 Author Posted March 8, 2010 I didn't handle this part of the expedition, but I'm pretty sure we flew with K2Aviation. Turboprop Otter?[12 seat plane that sounds like, well, a turbine] Incredible plane on ski's. Or floats. Or wheels, for that matter.
Canadian Bills Fan Posted March 8, 2010 Posted March 8, 2010 a 3rd string NFL QB. Make at least $250,000 a year and all I would have to do is sip Gatorade and hold a clipboard
PromoTheRobot Posted March 8, 2010 Posted March 8, 2010 My problem is I get bored doing anything too long. I guess my ideal job would be a hired gun consultant, brought on for media startups and then I hand off the reins in a year or so. Then on to the next challenge. PTR
Just Jack Posted March 9, 2010 Posted March 9, 2010 a 3rd string NFL QB. Make at least $250,000 a year and all I would have to do is sip Gatorade and hold a clipboard Ask Billy Joel Hobert how that worked out.
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