Ive been fortunate enough to meet many people that have influenced me in some way. * Thank You Guys

MOM

Mom always encouraged me to think for myself and treat others with sympathy and kindness, to have an open mind, work for myself, and have a huge open heart so the pains of the world wouldn't overtake it.

OWEN CLEGG

World traveller. Seriously. Owen seems to have a natural affinity for other cultures, giving them the same respect he asks you to show him. Well read and inquisitive, few people get under my skin like he does. I wouldn't have it any other way.

DEBRA KOURI

Independent? Check. Has solutions to just about everything? Double check. people go to Deb with the question and she has the answers. When she isnt dishing it out she's pounding out her latest screenplay. All of this without a 'workaholic' comment in sight. That's some balancing act but she pulls it off with panache.

MELANIE GOGAN

Ok Mel, like how many years were we together? And why was it so painless? Because she's got a huge heart and her love really shows through when she is thinking about others. Diplomacy and sensitivity are her trademarks.

KHALED ALSAADI

This guy saved my life. Just don't call him a kid:) Brave when he needs to be, khaled thinks about life before acting impulsively. He respects the voices of others and is a passionate speaker in his own right. An artists soul with the acumen of a physicist.

Jimmy George

I love Jimmy because of his huge heart. A friend and more and someone who really lifted up my spirits and made me smile, and his sense of style (impeccable) really influenced me to make many improvements around me. Thank you baby:)

CHERYL RENNIE

Free spirited and theatrical, yet super 8am-ishly responsible. Who else can party all night yet be up at 6 to get everything set. One serious cook and always from scratch; about the only tghing she doesnt do is raise the cattle herself. And a peculiar, unique, empathetic voice that'll make newbies do a double take. Basically cute as hell:)

PETER KRANTZ

Gruff on the outside at first, but break through and you can trust him with your life. Pete's soft core makes him a natural with kids and animals. A champion of the environment, Pete gets out ther and actually works to make a difference. Some of how he sees the world is evident in is photography; panoramic, well thought out and encompassing.

MELANIE MALETTE

So smart so young is a great way to describe Mel. More driven than most people, meticulous in her work yet lets loose when she's ouside of it without a hint of bogged-down restraint. Oh yeah, and drop dead gorgeous.

ANTHONY DALTERIO

Anthony likes to think outside the box artistically. he makes things that are raw and unexpected and honest and he makes them work.

PAUL SARENA

One thing about Paul is that he is always there to encourage you. He doesn't try to tear you down. Instead he goes for the best in himself and tries to bring out the best in others. He's incredibly entrepreneurial, professional, and eager to learn and innovate.

STEFANIE DOYLE

Hey Stef. You'll probably find this because your are the Internet queen:)

KOKUI BECKLEY

Hot mama. Jewlery designer. A dancer's body and spirit that just gets better with age.

KARTINI VANDERSLUIS

Running down the street laughing and dancing. Talking softly and seriously about hard times. Passing notes when we were kids and talking straight once we werent. This gritty beauty opened herself up and Ive never regretted it.

JOSHUA MURPHY

Think it through. Try things differently. You'll get there. Good advice from the school of Josh. and he's always willing to teach, without being overbearing or lacking sensitivity. And his broad world view helps put things into perspective. One hell of an Irish cutie.

CYNTHIA 'CINDY' KNEZOVITCH

Best wedding I ever went to, hands down. Also the girl in the 'first girlfriend' and the support through all my teenage years.

CATHARINE SAVARD

Catherine was more than just my boss at Gearwerx. She supported and inspired me to work for myself, and created some of the punchiest graphic design ive seen to date. She's now over at catsavard.com enjoying the Autralian sun with her talented husband, but never too far from my thoughts.

DAVE O'BOMSAWIN

Meditative, handsome, focused, that's Dave. He has a tight, meticulous style and pays so much attention to the detail in all his work. One of the best in Flash designers out there.

TARA AMSEL

Hot as hell with great acting chops and some of the best relationship advice this side of sliced bread.

LEANNE LEVY

Leanne is the force behind Headachestreet and inspired me to work for myself.

NICOLE ELIOPOLIS

Nicole's sensitivity makes you feel comfotable and her subdued but observant words make for great instrospection and conversation.

GEOFF CARLEY

Like only the best animator ever.

SUE DERY

She of the inflatable art, great retro taste and artistic determination. Always a laugh and always inteersting.

VALERIE POULIOT

Its funny that to this day, whenever i have a good laugh, i see Valerie's face smiling in my head. I guess i just had some of the best laughs ever with her.

JENNIFER GLASSER

Jen is like Martha Stewart except younger, and without the Jail time and ick factor. in other words, a pure class act. Always knows what to bring. Always knows what to say. And is never shy to show the softer side, so that you'll remember that we're all the same instead of feeling small. Now thats class.

GUILLAUME LANGLOIS

Can't.... stop.... laughing.... This is... too much....fun to be... work..... That about sums up my working relationship with Guillaume, side spiltting fun and seemingly endlessly sharp observations that never let me get away with anything. Love it.

ANNA GUNARATNAM

So this is what it's like to work with a professional. Now that I know, thanks to Anna, I never settle for less. She also showed a very kind soul that is always welcome alongside the business end of things.

PHIL JOUDREY

Phil helped me with a turning point in my life. He has a sympathetic ear and a strong sense of compassion for others. Helping people is a gift he has, and he actually makes a difference.

TROY MCBRATNEY

Ever answer the door and go slackjawed by the hottie behind it? That was me when I met Troy. Of course there's a lot more to his charm than just looks. Troy helped me remember that I could have some fun with life and have faith in other people.

MINDY KAIJDI

Gimme a 'C'. C! Gimme an 'L'. L! Gimme an 'A'. A! Gimme an 'S'. S! Gimme another 'S'.... You get the point. Don't forget the 'Y'.

BEN MORIN

He's turning japanese but he's still in my heart.

ERIN UCHWAT

Firelike spirit without the red hair. Erin says what she thinks and keeps you on your toes. She's just a refreshing victorian beauty who puts you at ease with her honesty.

PATRICK MELANSON

Cute. Sometimes-tanned. Cooks well. Cleans up nicley. Diplomatic au but. Determined. Did i say cute?

SARAH SNIDERMAN

Now here's an inspiration. Sarah is professional and curteous, prompt and timely like few Ive ever met, with a touch of flair and fashion that keeps you guessing.

DAN, SUSY AND JOHN AT STEAM DESIGN INC.

Fun folks. Creative designs. Great fun. visit them at http://www.steam.ca

ADAM STARR

Dashing is probably the best way to sum him up. Helped make my time at Gearwerx a special one. Everyone looks up to Adam and its easy to see why.

JOHNNY STARR

Rockstar name. Avid gamer. Caring Poppa. Saw potential in my creativity and helped nuture it.

MAX LENDERMAN

No Bullshit. Max writes fun like nobody's business, without a trace of snobbery. Down to earth, talented and caring.

IAIN SCOTT

Because he's got '2 jabs', a cool goatee going on and a sardonic writer's wit that sheds great light on the world around you.

TOM

Introduced me to the world of cigars among otherthings. Great fun friend.

AUDREY SCOTT

You have great insights into the world and a great love for all of your family. And Everyone loves you too.

DONALD SCOTT

Hmmmm...St. Nick and Grandpa are never in the room at the same time.....I wonder... An openminded great man who i see a lot of in myself, and am proud of it.

JIM SCOTT

A father figure in many ways and always supportive of me. Ive seen him work from bottom to top and support those around him with grace and sensitivity. A true balancing act.

SYBIL SCOTT

She can dance. She can cook. She's not afraid to wear standout outfits or tell you how she feels. A brave woman and someone Im proud to call family.

RANDY BABIN

More hot neighbours? I can't take it. Randy's a load of fun, and just beneath that is a serious guy who you can share some great moments with. I felt a lot better after many of out talks and learned a lot from the things we had in common.

NEALA VANDERMULEN

Neala's kindness and class really adds pizazz. She learned so much about the web so quickly and is independant without making people feel overshadowed.

JOSEPH

Kind hearted and inspired me to get out there and start meeting people. Treated me to quite a few nice dinners i really enjoyed and that's because he's such a pleasure to talk to. Joe is an excellent judge of film and character.

CHRISTOPHE BERGERON

You have my blessing to you-know what:) Fabulous writer with an independent sense of style and grace.

CHRISTINE THOMPSON

Tatmagouche anyone? Donna summer? How about years of great fun, supportive talks and just plain 'getting it'

DANIELLE PRESSAULT

A great actress, community spirit and dedicated woman.

CHRISTINE CHARLES

From mini-pops to motherhood. Christine is an absolute blast of fun, and except perhaps for 'Scabways' has some of the best PR ideas.

JIM 'JIMMY' SCOTT

Just don't call him Jimmy. Its tough not to though. remins me of how you made our kid years so much crazy fun. My first role model, he's done more than pretty well for himself and i couldnt be prouder.

MARK 'MARKIE ' SCOTT

I miss your smile and im not the only one. But we're all better off for it. You lit up the room with it and the look in your eyes, and you still do whenever I think of you. That's some gift and we're all lucky to have recieved it.

NICOLAS CHAMPROUX

It's easy to think about painfully handsome men like Nicholas. He's one of those smart and good looking types who is reallly there when you need him. He's an acrobatic, purist, artistic, class-act one of a kind.

SCOTT CANTIN

You never judge people and always think it through. Those are rare enough qualities on their own, together they are just a small part of what makes you a unique gift to the world.

NICK GALBRAITH AND BLOSSOM STEPHENS

Thanks for toilet paper. Both looking so hot. Playing good music. Writing good music. Smokes. Ice. Being sooo easy to live with in general. Who could ask for more?

ROBERT COUTURE

Rob, you have a reat smile and an even better laugh. And yes, yes, a nice set of legs:)

MATT

Hey bro. Love you.

WILLIAM BOAG

William always looks out for people around him. He's open and caring, romantic with bookworm smarts ( and very cool glasses). Ill never forget your help and support.

KAREN KLEIN

Sit back. relax. Take it easy baby. And let it go. With Karen, it's easy to do. And that smile..oohhhh....

ANTHONY ZOLFO

Sweet without the sacharine. Ceramics, photography, fashion sense and a heart that's easily large enough to lose yourself in.

CLAY BOUGHMAN

Clay taught me not to be afraid to throw out a good idea for a great one.

JESSICA COX

Jessica taught me that people could be eerily brilliant, completely unique, amazingly pretty, yet totally accessible.

PETER CASSIDY

This protective, thoughtful guy is just who you want in your corner.

 

GAMES AND MUSIC THAT INSPIRED ME...

 

SHADOW OF THE COLOSSUS

Hands down the most epic game i have played to date. fantastic music. fantastic visuals. deep deep emotion and all without a hint of cheese. A real masterpiece.

SMILEBIT AND THE 'JET SET RADIO FUTURE'/ 'PANZER DRAGOON OORTA' CREW

Don't know em. Dont care. Cause with JSRF they inspired me over the edge. Throw in Panzer Dragoon too and you have the reason I bought my Xbox

PETER MOLYNEUX AND THE' BLACK AND WHITE' / 'FABLE' TEAMS

When did i decide to start this website? After loooking at a single screen shot of 'Black and white', coming home, and announcing to Debbie and Anthony that 'World' was next on the agenda. And for fable for providing a gor-gor-gorgeous setting and letting me have my first virtual boyfriend in a genre i thought would never show this kind of no-nonsense progressivness.

DAFT PUNK AND BASEMENT JAXX

Ever play a song so much that you wonder what the neighbours think? You can chalk up about 10 of those to these guys.

BEYOND GOOD AND EVIL - UBISOFT FRANCE

The music, characters and story were one of the few that I actually cared about. Ended up bringing a few friends along for the ride on this one.

ODDWORLD: STRANGER'S WRATH

WOW. That was unexpected and totally beautiful.

GRAND THEFT AUTO 3, VICE CITY, SAN ANDREAS AND ROCKSTAR GAMES

I actually have memories of listening to music on the beach, driving in the hills, pulling up next to the bay..all in a video game. In my opinion the first really realized virtual worlds. Just a game today, tommorrow, who know where this will go.

Brian Tappert, JJK John 'Julius' Knight, Marc Pomeroy

It was their music and projects that inspired me to write my own music and get creative with my site