Sticky -- Introduce Yourself

tready · PostFeb 18, 2008#3512008-02-18T12:15+00:00

So, what brings you here?

I love Stl! I've been reading stl websites for quite some time now. So, it's reasonable to say I probably ended up here through Built St Louis, Steve Patterson's Blog, or one of the many other stl-fused sites I visit often.

What part of the STL are you from?

Well, I spent my toddler years growing up in Hillsdale. My mom realized that it was getting too bad for us and then we moved to south city, the Holly Hills/ So Grand area of Carondelet. I lived there for a long time. Moved out to De Soto in Jeff County in high school.

How old are you?

I'm 23

What do you do, or study?

Right now, I'm serving our great nation in Washington, D.C. as a member of the US Air Force. I'm not currently studying anything, but I know I need to get on the ball.

(The Ultimate St Louis "Get to Know You" question) What High School did you go to ?

I went to Cleveland for a short time, then De Soto.

MattnSTL · PostFeb 18, 2008#3522008-02-18T15:17+00:00

Welcome to all of our new members.

lesicko2 · PostFeb 18, 2008#3532008-02-18T19:02+00:00

Hi everyone. I am a newbie here. My name is Christine and right now I am finishing up my senior year at the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign. I am originally from a small town in Illinois near Edwardsville so kinda near STL. The reason I am checking out this board is because I am thinking of going to law school in the fall at SLU. This board seems to be pretty helpful so I figured it couldn't hurt to check it out.

danryan1 · PostFeb 27, 2008#3542008-02-27T23:19+00:00

Hello all, former lurker here.

I'm a ten year St. Louis area resident, a Parkway West and SLU grad and a current Wash U grad student. I used to post occasionally years ago on skyscraperpage under the name eradicator (badass handle, I know), if anyone remembers, so it's funny to see some of the same characters (Jive, Gasm, Arch City, Xing) still hanging around.

I've loved the city of St. Louis ever since High School when me and my bored west county buddies would drive around downtown looking for excitement. I feel like this is one of the most interesting and under appreciated cities in the country and glad to see that there are so many other who share this opinion.

swift · PostFeb 28, 2008#3552008-02-28T21:06+00:00

So, what brings you here?

Having lived in St. Louis for most of my life, I'm interested in the development of the city, specifically the revitalization of some of the more neglected areas.

What part of the STL are you from?

I grew up in Creve Coeur, but have since lived all over the city.

How old are you?

25

What do you do, or study?

I'm currently a computer programmer at a web-design firm on the landing.

(The Ultimate St Louis "Get to Know You" question) What High School did you go to ?

Parkway North H.S.

citysoul · PostMar 12, 2008#3562008-03-12T02:46+00:00

I've lived in the St Louis area for all of my 48 years. I grew up in the northwest suburbs and completed 4 years at UMSL.

Around age 18, while attending a party on the south side, I distinctly recall feeling excitement about the density, the bustling streetlife, and the "urbanness" of the city. When I moved out of my folks' place right after college, I came directly to the city.... and I'm still here.

I've enjoyed living in several great neighborhoods and would never even consider returning to the burbs.

I love this city's many attributes, from its treaure trove of architectural gems, to its rich history, to its interesting mix of people.

And when I discovered Urban St Louis, I knew I had found my home.

stlivin · PostMar 14, 2008#3572008-03-14T19:25+00:00

I grew up in NW Oklahoma and lived in OKC for 6 years before moving here a year and a half ago. My wife and I live downtown. We vacationed here in '05 and fell in love with the city. Coming from the south/southwest you don't get the density and the urban setting that is here. Also, the fact that all of the neighborhoods that have their own character and identity is something I love. From the first vacation here the city was like a magnet to me and I searched and found a job with my company up here and since my wife works from home the move was easy. We sold one of our cars and moved downtown. One of my favorite things to do is take friends on tours of the city. I have not had one person that has come to visit that didn't have a great time, whether it be baseball or the smell of fresh baked bread on the hill.

ttricamo · PostMar 18, 2008#3582008-03-18T12:10+00:00

1) I'm here to talk St. Louis City and get in e-fights with computer nerds.

2) Florissant. My dad remodeled our 180 year old Old-Town Home with fixtures salvaged from dilapidated downtown buildings. That, along with the fact that both my parents grew up in North City, has made my exposure to the city very high.

3) 25

4) I work at the Boeing Company in Financial Analysis. I'm also in the process of obtaining my real estate license, as well as a MBA.

5) McCluer North

onthetrail · PostMar 18, 2008#3592008-03-18T16:43+00:00

Xing wrote:So, what brings you here?

This forum is of interest to me. I am very excited by what I see happening on Washington Ave. and in the SLU area, and I have wishful hopes for succes at BPV and on the Landing. I like reading these forums to keep informed.

What part of the STL are you from?

I grew up in Manchester. Now reside in Kirkwood.

How old are you?

43

What do you do, or study?

I am a licensed civil engineer. I am a transportation planner for a local consultant.

(The Ultimate St Louis "Get to Know You" question) What High School did you go to ?

Parkway South. Now you all know everything there is to know about me right?

metropobot · PostMar 31, 2008#3602008-03-31T21:17+00:00

Hey kids,

I am from Minneapolis and ended up in St. Louis after graduating from Truman State. I became interested in the city after joining up with Metropolis St. Louis. I am currently the Living Environment/Perception chair so I definitely love this forum

I live in Maplewood (3 blocks from city limits).

I am 28 now - 10 year high school reunion soon, eek.

Currently I work in Finance although my degree is in printmaking.

What high school did I go to? North High in Minneapolis MN.

vault-13 · PostApr 15, 2008#3612008-04-15T02:21+00:00

Hey everyone,

I found this site while searching for information about St. Louis and have been visiting this site for well over a year now. I use this site to keep up with the developments going on, and to stay in the loop on everything going on there.

I am currently 26, and I am a mechanical engineer working for a pharmaceutical/medical products company.

I'm originally from Manchester, MO and went to Parkway South High School. After high school I went out of state to college but still lived in St. Louis during the breaks and summer. After college I moved to North Carolina for a year and a half, but now live in the northern suburbs of Chicago in Lake County. I plan to move back to the St. Louis area in a few years.

I look forward to finally posting on here. Great to meet you all!

debaliviere · PostApr 15, 2008#3622008-04-15T16:35+00:00

Vault-13 wrote:I plan to move back to the St. Louis area in a few years.

Why wait?

Welcome!

kromers451 · PostApr 16, 2008#3632008-04-16T17:44+00:00

I had originally had been using this site for quite some time (under name bry456, I couldn't log back and couldn't remember password).

I originally found this site in January 2006 after hearing a friend mention St. Louis in a positive light. After learning about Forest Park, I searched the web for information and stumbled upon this website through Google. The very first thread I ventured upon on this site was about the Barnes-Jewish Hospital/Forest Park land swap issue. After that I became fascinated with everything St. Louis.

I include St. Louis on a list of four cities I have in mind of moving to (others are Atlanta, Dallas-Fort Worth and Chicago) after I complete school in 2010.

I'm from the Birmingham, AL metro area.

I am 24, working full-time in retail and taking a break from school. I hope to start back next summer.

I hope to learn more about the city, its government and everything else St. Louis.

loglady · PostApr 28, 2008#3642008-04-28T13:02+00:00

So, what brings you here? Heard about this from a friend. Interested in what's happening in STL.

What part of the STL are you from?

Past: Des Peres

Present: Maplewood/Shrewsbury/Hills (I'm in a weird spot)

How old are you? 22

What do you do, or study? I am a Stylist/Artist/Urban Dweller

(The Ultimate St Louis "Get to Know You" question) What High School did you go to ? Kirkwood High School

debaliviere · PostApr 29, 2008#3652008-04-29T13:43+00:00

^

Always good to have another fellow Des Peres native on board.

moorlander · PostApr 29, 2008#3662008-04-29T13:46+00:00

^Ditto

9ine Runner · PostJun 17, 2008#3672008-06-17T05:26+00:00

so, what brings you here? Stumbled onto it researching random things about st. louis and downtown and I like the topics here and the community

What part of the STL are you from?

North County - very boring

How old are you? 24

What do you do, or study? Computer Science Math Minor

(The Ultimate St Louis "Get to Know You" question) What High School did you go to ? Hazelwood Central

stldude83 · PostJul 09, 2008#3682008-07-09T01:35+00:00

So, what brings you here?

Well I was born and raised in St. Louis City (Northpoint Neighborhood) until I was 12 then I moved to North County. Then went to college in Illinois for five years and now I am back rediscovering and learning about this city. That's the short version...I can entertain everyone with the longer version later.

What part of the STL are you from?

I claim North City as my home

How old are you?

24

What do you do, or study?

I am a student of life but I got my B.A. in Theatre and Communication and now I work in the Not for Profit sector.

(The Ultimate St Louis "Get to Know You" question) What High School did you go to ?

Oh yes...

Hazelwood East class of 2002

krykel · PostJul 09, 2008#3692008-07-09T13:43+00:00

So, what brings you here?

I have a slight obsession with urban living, St Louis History, Architecture.

What part of the STL are you from?

I have only lived in St Louis 5 years, I grew up in mid missouri, went to college at Missouri State in Springfield, moved to Florida right after graduation and then moved to St Louis and finished Graduate school. I currently live in Fox Park.

How old are you?

28

What do you do, or study?

B.A. in Communications, M.A. in Counseling

(The Ultimate St Louis "Get to Know You" question) What High School did you go to ?

I did not go to High School here

kimstl · PostJul 17, 2008#3702008-07-17T02:43+00:00

-So, what brings you here? I love our city and am always interested in what is going on to improve it and expose its residents to new experiences. I used to work in development consulting, and I kind of missed being so in-the-know when I left that job, so this filled that void for me. First time poster, by the way, although I have been a visitor for more than a year now!

-What part of the STL are you from? St. Peters, originally, but I now live in Skinker DeBaliviere.

-How old are you? 28

-What do you do, or study? I own a bar and music venue (The Gramophone in the Grove)

-(The Ultimate St Louis "Get to Know You" question) What High School did you go to ? Francis Howell North

stl sportz fan · PostJul 29, 2008#3712008-07-29T13:00+00:00

Hello.

So, what brings you here? Well, my computer brings me here, and I came for conversation and insights into st louis that I might not have otherwise had.

What part of the STL are you from? Kirkwood

How old are you? 41

What do you do, or study? I am an insurance appraiser. In the bet that is insurance, I get to say how much the bet is for.

(The Ultimate St Louis "Get to Know You" question) What High School did you go to ? Kirkwood High '84

lmaibes · PostNov 03, 2008#3722008-11-03T20:52+00:00

So, what brings you here?

I grew up here and after making a switch to a city real estate brokerage i became hooked on "the urban lifestyle". Hoping to move here really soon from the county.

What part of the STL are you from? Originally Richmond Heights....lots of places after that.

How old are you? 27

What do you do, or study? A City, historic, and vintage Realtor with Circa Properties, Inc.

(The Ultimate St Louis "Get to Know You" question) What High School did you go to ? Ummm I plead the 5th.

flopoerich · PostNov 03, 2008#3732008-11-03T22:12+00:00

So, what brings you here? I've recently become a fan of St. Louis's architecture and altogether happenings.

What part of the STL are you from? Born and raised in Florissant, but now I live on the Hill.

How old are you? 23

What do you do, or study? I am a member of the SLMPD

(The Ultimate St Louis "Get to Know You" question) What High School did you go to ? Hazelwood Central c/o 2003

stlwriterman · PostNov 17, 2008#3742008-11-17T23:15+00:00

So, what brings you here? I'd love to see St. Louis become the city it could be, and this is a place where people talk about making that happen.

What part of the STL are you from? Not from here originally, I grew up in New England. But I found myself in grad school here a few years ago. I finished and moved away. Then came back for a job. Now I live in South City, by Tower Grove Park.

How old are you? 30

What do you do, or study? I'm a writer, man

(The Ultimate St Louis "Get to Know You" question) What High School did you go to? One a long way from here.

urbanpioneer · PostNov 24, 2008#3752008-11-24T00:20+00:00

What brings you here?

-Helping St. Louis reach its full potential and learning about/ seeing the progress the city's renaissance. Additionally, (since I'm brand new to the city) familiarizing myself with the plethora of projects, neighborhoods, and perspectives that St. Louis holds.

What part of St. Louis are you from?

-I'm originally from Colorado, went to college in Kansas, and moved here in the summer of 2008. I'm currently living in Soulard.

How old are you?

-23

What do you do, or study?

-I just graduated from Kansas State University with a Master's of Architecture degree and am currently working on obtaining my license to practice Architecture... three (or four) years away.

(The Ultimate St Louis "Get to Know You" question) What High School did you go to ?

-I went to a public high school in downtown Colorado Springs, CO.

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