About Aurie (Updated October 2009)
Experience Aurie says it all I guess. I am an experience for better or worse. My heart is in the right place. I am silly and serious. I am polished and can have no behavior when mi ready. I am romantic, a lover, a fighter, a truly passionate person. I am a pragmatist. I believe in having compassion but I am unwavering in my convictions. I am a diplomat. I am many things and yet still I am learning more about myself everyday. I am just scratching the surface. I am who I am and I am proud of it.
I grew up in the “Land of Wood & Water,” Jamaica, until I moved to the US at a relatively early age. I still stay connected with Jamaica through family, friends, and continuing to have a personal stake in my country of birth even if I don’t get to go all the time.
I started with some good old fashioned Jamaican early childhood education courtesy of the Mona Prep school traditions that many of you know. After leaving for America, I’ve been schooled with some strict Jesuit High School training and have successfully completed my B.S. in Finance from Rutgers. Exactly…a B.S. in Finance. In any case, I guess I know one or two things from all those hours logged and dedicated to that achievement. Thank God that I got through. The next phase currently in production is a MBA from New York Institute of Technology.
I’ve had many opportunities to broaden my horizons. I’ve been to Europe a couple of times (8 countries to date), 13 States in the Union, all over Jamaica of course, Guantanamo Bay in Cuba, and many more to come hopefully. These are where my perspective on many things in life has been shaped.
I can’t finish the about me section without mentioning how deeply I love my family. They keep me grounded and always stress putting things in perspective. I get a lot of my passionate traits from them and they are a large part of why I am able to achieve and strive to achieve any successes that I have accomplished.
I am also the luckiest man in the world because of my Jamaican Jewel who I cannot say enough about. I love her something serious and we are truly a team. I love her with everything I am, everything I will be, and everything I could ever hope to be.
Finally…
I have a lot of things to say and share on a variety of topics. I certainly enjoy and welcome feedback of any kind. Make my spot on the web your place. I look forward to hearing from you all.
Yuh dun know seh everyting is everyting. Eva bless!
Aurie
ah i feel like i know so much more about u! this is a cool page and dang u are doing it big at commerce!!!!! good for u!
What a nice “About Me” page. I found your blog from a comment you left at mine. I will be sure to spend some time here and get to know you a bit.
I love the idea of virtually sitting with other people and having conversations. It is a beautiful world we can create here in blog land.
Good luck and best wishes to you,
firefly
I have to agree with firefly, it is a very nice “About” page. What a small world, as I read your blog as well, firefly.
I can’t believe that you were singing at St Pauls cathedral. That must have been amazing.
Your background sounds very interesting. Wie kommts, dass du Deutsch sprechen kannst?
Cat
Ja. Ein bisschen.
Thought I’d check out your bio. I used to live by Rutgers, well, pretty close and I frequented New Brunswick at that time.
I am also in the choir at our church and looking forward to the Advent season with all it’s festivities and concert. You sound like you are on a good steady path. Keep your perspective and hold on to humility as ego can really pull you away from what is imp0rtant.
My husband says, “Keep it Simple”
Dear Auria,
Hi
Thank you for the possibility to glimpse into your world and to make my home away from home.
I send you good thoughts, lots of love and energy and joy
As the saying goes, my home is your home. In other words, my blogs welcome you.
Plus I want to share the secret place with you too. The place where all earthly worries disappear and the eternities transform in an ordinary daily affairs. Just click the link
http://trustlight.blogspot.com/
Hey we have the same template for now
Love the words of wisdom Aurie.
This is an awesome “About Aurie”. Just reading it made me what to get up and go do so much more with my life…Ur and inspiration!!! Thanks for being you and helping the rest of us
Hey buddy, I just heard the news from Mike. Congratulations!
I’m glad you finally came out of the closet. Well, I g2g but don’t worry – we got your back.
haha.lol
yea yea yea!! really funny!!
wat up Grant, you been my home boi and luver for a long tyme. jus leavin u sum luvin!
a hot mess.
Hi Laurie,
I’m reading from home “JAM DOWN”, it’s good to see my bro. uplifting himself. I wish for you greater success and aim for highest (it can be achieved).
Lataahh….!!!!
Wow…I haven’t heard from you in months!! Glad to hear from you. I trust that all is well…Thanks for the positive vibes. Bless up!
Hi Aurie,
Thanks for the visit to my site. I spent a bit of time at yours and I must say it was time well spent. I love hearing about interesting people and I look forward to reading more of your posts. Great job and much respect to you.
Hi Aurie!
I like so much your blog.. it is really nice!
i know that i told you already..but i want to tell it again… u’r a lovely man!
^_^
i’m really glad that i met you!
Have a great time,my friend!
ps: be carefull about who is laying on your bed! hahaha.. u know what i mean.. hahaha!!
Bless up Mr Aurie, this piece gives more insight into the man behind the blog. Keep it up.
how u one go summuch country
mi red yeye
Well, the Jamaicans have done it again, yes… we ARE good like that.
Winning gold, and taking a double second place that is what you call phenomenal. And Usain Bolt, wow, his performance makes me continue to stand proud as a Jamaican.
It’s good that I get the opportunity to express myself on my bro.’s site.
Loving you and keeping it real ‘Jam Dung’ nice.
Hey Aurie — Nice to meet you! I’m enjoying you blog. I’m glad I bumped into you! I also am from Jamaica – I’ve been in the States for over 20 years. Lived on L.I. for a while. Graduated from Baruch in the City (Manhattan). Lived in the City for over 10 years. Worked in News for 10 years and have travelled much of the world – UK, Europe, Africa, most of the US and almost every Caribbean island including Cuba. I now reside in the West Palm Beach area.
Keep on fighting the good fight – do ‘us’ proud. Nuff respect!
You’re amazing Lauria! I finally got a chance to blog about your birthday gift idea. You can check it out here:
http://datingadvicefromagirl.com/today-im-thankful_350/
I love the Jamaican culture and accent, I’ll keep reading ur blog.
Check out my blog.. blackspacemilan on blogger.
I enjoy reading your blog, keep up the good work from a fellow Jamaican!
I love this About page! Makes me want to add more to ours…