Terry (Patrick) Mingle

Welcome to my page. Here are some things I am interested in...hope that you like them, too!

Chow Chow dogs - because I happen to own one named Wookie. I used to own TWO, but my elder Chow has passed away. R.I.P. WeiMai (Amy).
    Gardening for birds - and some of the BEST books have been written by one of my supervisors, Dr. Stephen W. Kress!
Trains - Also trolleys - Full sized, AND model railroads
iTunes - I'm addicted, and I admit it. I am at over 5,000 tunes in my library, and counting
Radio, but especially iTunes or Internet-based radio though, only because I think there is a lot more variety. Besides that, none of the stations in my area really play the stuff I want to hear anymore. It's too bad, too....I've worked in radio...I still work in radio sometimes, but I have to tell you, more often than not it is a TON of hassle for not much cash. It's a fun part-time job or hobby, but unless you are REALLY into it, I suggest a back-up career.

 

     
Playing in bands. I've done it, and it can be a lot of fun...when you are working with the RIGHT people. When you are NOT working with the right people it's not much fun at all.
Camping. And when I refer to camping...these days I mean in a 30 ft. RV. I used to do the tent camping thing, but I'm too old and tired for that now.
BIRDS! - Of course - I love WILD birds (click on my "nephew" Rusty's pic for more on THAT) and also PET birds, but only if they are purchased from a REPUTABLE breeder and not some illegal bird smuggler. And they are VERY MUCH like winged toddlers. If you want a 2 year old with wings, then a bird is for you. If not, DON'T get one. They are NOT decorations or pets for lazy folks. Click HERE for a short message from my nephew (requires Quicktime to view).

That's all for now. But I am sure I'll add more stuff later. Oh, and be sure to click on the PIX. They'll take you to informative web sites!