In your lifetime, who has been the most interesting person you've met and why...
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Even though it is a biased selection, my first one would have to be my own father. He could speak about almost any topic in an intelligent manner and not only loved to talk, but was very good at following the subconscious, social interaction cues and rules that make up a good conversationalist.
Next, I once had my paternal high school Grandfather who worked in a factory for over 35 years, was a true master sportsman, a keen observer of politics, sports and many other topics. His breadth of knowledge was amazing for a simple backwater man.
Then, there was this man I talked to on too few occasions named Frank. He owned a small mom and pop food service supply store and was a WWII war veteran. There was something about him that just pulled you in. Fascinating man about life, war and family.
Another person was a local environmentalist in this area recently killed in a car accident. This man was 79 years of age and one of those people who do so much that no one realizes how much he or she does until he or she is gone. This man lived the life of a pauper with the heart of a giant and the work ethic of a strong horse. He was charming, friendly, down to earth and generous.
One of the funniest people I have ever met is a recently retired fellow copper. This man would tell the most hilarious stories that would bust a gut. He had such a library of stories he would actually wear you down. Also, some of his stories appeared to sound so outlandishly unbelievable, however, no one I know of ever caught him making up stories out of nothing.
And though I've never had the privilege of meeting DB, the image I take away from him is that he would be utterly fascinating to listen to, but after some time he would wear one down with the sheer breadth of his passion, depth and knowledge base.
I'm really interested to hear about others' people....
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Even though it is a biased selection, my first one would have to be my own father. He could speak about almost any topic in an intelligent manner and not only loved to talk, but was very good at following the subconscious, social interaction cues and rules that make up a good conversationalist.
Next, I once had my paternal high school Grandfather who worked in a factory for over 35 years, was a true master sportsman, a keen observer of politics, sports and many other topics. His breadth of knowledge was amazing for a simple backwater man.
Then, there was this man I talked to on too few occasions named Frank. He owned a small mom and pop food service supply store and was a WWII war veteran. There was something about him that just pulled you in. Fascinating man about life, war and family.
Another person was a local environmentalist in this area recently killed in a car accident. This man was 79 years of age and one of those people who do so much that no one realizes how much he or she does until he or she is gone. This man lived the life of a pauper with the heart of a giant and the work ethic of a strong horse. He was charming, friendly, down to earth and generous.
One of the funniest people I have ever met is a recently retired fellow copper. This man would tell the most hilarious stories that would bust a gut. He had such a library of stories he would actually wear you down. Also, some of his stories appeared to sound so outlandishly unbelievable, however, no one I know of ever caught him making up stories out of nothing.
And though I've never had the privilege of meeting DB, the image I take away from him is that he would be utterly fascinating to listen to, but after some time he would wear one down with the sheer breadth of his passion, depth and knowledge base.
I'm really interested to hear about others' people....
