Patrick/Marie Ciriello/Strickford:  

rned into our memories. This is one of them for me. I started a blog - you can find it if you Google "Faltorpan Patrick Ciriello". In July, I bought the software business, as the owner wanted out (and was way over her head anyway) - and so that is the primary (but insufficient) source of my current income. I am in the process of moving everything up to the next level - by January 2014, income will be better and more consistent, and will give me the chance to finally start making some headway. STORY WIZARD FLUFF I always wanted to be a astrophysicist when I grew up. My family and friends thought that was a great idea. As it turns out, they were wrong. I am must more of a people person, and while I still have a great interest in astronomy and space science, I would rather do what I can to help people in the here and now so that hopefully they can contribute to the betterment of our society and, eventually, make the visions of people like Gene Rodenberry and George Lucas a reality. The best way I have found to relax is to read a book. It usually doesn't matter what the subject is or the type of book. The wildest thing I ever did in school ... well, I'm afraid I never did really did anything wild. There are times when I wish I had, but I'll just have to make sure my son doesn't make the same mistake .. LOL If I'm going to work somewhere, I need to have a quiet office, lots of book shelf space, and someone to help me stay organized to be able to deal with the day-to-day. My hero ... well, there are lot of people that have inspired me. In my own life, my parents had the greatest influence. They taught me to be be who I am, and not to worry too much about what anyone else had to say. Growing up, this was significant, as most of the people who remember me will probably say that I was a bit of loner and did my own thing. The ability to "keep ones own counsel" is very important, and while I haven't always done so, it is the foundation of my confidence to do or become whatever I decide. Of course, others have influenced me as well; I can remember a music teacher who taught me never to use the word "can't" ... I never have. I remember a tennis instructor who told me to always stick to my guns - advice I wish I had taken more to heart later on. Historical figures such as Ben Franklin I find to be fascinating. I have a feeling that if we could derive the source of his wisdom, we'd find the answers to a lot of the problems our country faces right now. My wife and my son also inspire me, but in ways that I cannot really put into words. I may try one day.