Colombia is Dangerous

[Traveller]

... in response to Re: Re: Colombia is Dangerous, posted by Pete E on Oct 14, 2003

Bam! There you go. I try to give out some simple info and it has to turn into something else. I don't even know why I even bother because I'll try to defend myself and that'll get turned around to make me sound like the bad guy. That's what these boards sink too. I'm just trying to give out some simple experienced information and you get attacked.
I've had two girlfriends in all the time I have been in Cali.
No, I do not bang every girl I see just becasue I have an agency. It is a business. Start doing that in this line of work and you'll be out of business real quick. But, I guess for some people that's hard for them to believe.
No, I am not having problems "making it." I live pretty well actually. And what in the heck gives you that idea?
You know, Pete why can't a guy just give out some info without being raked over the coals? It's funny you know a lot about me for someone who has never met me much less know me.
Well ok, here we go, how am I wrong and what do you know about me that no one else on this board knows? How am I trying to lie, etc, etc, etc? Let the mud slinging begin. Geez!

[lswote]

... in response to Re: Re: Re: Colombia is Dangerous, posted by Traveller on Oct 14, 2003

I thought what Pete said was funny.  I didn't see any insult.

[Pete E]

... in response to Re: Re: Re: Colombia is Dangerous, posted by Traveller on Oct 14, 2003

Keith,
Sorry,I was mostly just joking around with Calipro about running a modlel agency.And I was just guessing its hard to make it in Cali,I thought that might have somthing to do with you deciding to leave. And the 2 girlfriend story,told by a guy we both know,I saw you in his wedding video.I thought that was pretty funny too,sounded like you and Bobby were consuming the merchandise.
But sorry if I said too much effecting you.I wasn't slinging mud,but maybe my attempt at humor was off base.

Pete

[Traveller]

... in response to Re: Re: Re: Re: Colombia is Dangerous, posted by Pete E on Oct 14, 2003

Well Pete, let's put it this way. As much trash has been thrown at me for the last couple of years, I get defensive when someone makes comments about me when they have no idea who I am. I have met some pretty alright guys and I have met some straight up wierdos. I did meet the 45 year old guy who still lives in Mom and Dad's basement. I am not kidding. And, he fit what you might imagine that type of guy might be like. "It puts the lotion on its skin or it gets the hose again!" So, out of all these people I have met over the years or have traded posts, good and bad, back and forth, when someone says something and it's just ridiculous, I say something.
If you are referring to John or Hoda, well, those two fools know that every girl in Cali is my girlfriend.
No harm no foul. It's hard to translate humour through posts sometimes.

[Pete E]

... in response to Re: Re: Re: Re: Re: Colombia is Dangerou..., posted by Traveller on Oct 14, 2003

Keith,
It was John.He lives about 30 miles from me and we get together every couple of weeks.He was just telling the story and laughing about it.But at that point I think he was pretty much set on his wife but had all that time during the day to just drop by and see what you guys were up to.
To me its kind of like I knew you already from other people,also James and Howard telling me about you.I even saw your picture in the video and I understand why that guy in Quito thought it best not to press the issue.Might explain some of your luck in not encountering street thugs.
John and James were over about 10 days ago.We had this discussion abouy Cali in my kitchen.John was pretty much
sh!t faced and I was halfway there.James doesn't drink and he was just watching us.John started off with the don't burn your bridges theme also,but we started talking about what kind of a place I could get in Cali for $600 - $800 a month and I was getting pretty excited thinking of the possibilities.John was even getting excited,like that would be fun.I said you still think I shouldn't do it?No,he changed his mind.He said hell go for it.Unless you have the money like John to go once a month for 3 years living there is the next best,or maybe better option.
I was hoping to meet you when I come to Cali.One of the reasons I decided to go there is not only the people I already know but alot of contacts my friends know.I wouldn't feel isolated Like in Panama or maybe Cartegena.
Plus,I still think the best woman scene.
Good luck whatever you do.Hope to see you before too long.
Actually I think if I live in Cali I will see lots of people I've yet to meet in person.

Pete

[mudd]

... in response to Re: Re: Re: Colombia is Dangerous, posted by Traveller on Oct 14, 2003

Hey, i resent that!!!!!!! im the mudd slinger :-)
traveler, get out now while you still can!!!!!!!!! RUN RUN like the wind!!!!! your stories remind me of a girl i dated from cali, had no common sense and would spend a dollar to save a dime.

[Traveller]

... in response to Re: Re: Re: Re: Colombia is Dangerous, posted by mudd on Oct 14, 2003

LOL! I know what you mean.

[Traveller]

... in response to Re: Colombia is Dangerous, posted by Calipro on Oct 14, 2003

No, I don't think so. Don't think I'll be here in Dec. I am scrapping my old business and am starting a new one. This time I am only working with Colombians who have worked with Americans or have lived in the States.
After Miami, providing the show only last one or two seasons, I plan to check out Brazil or move to Ecuador.

[JSlo]

... in response to Re: Re: Colombia is Dangerous, posted by Traveller on Oct 14, 2003

I have enjoyed your posts and counted you as one that shared useful information. While in South Florida (my stomping grounds), if there is anything I can do to assist your transition don't hesitate to let me know. I have the perfect getaway on south beach that is off the beaten trail and a great place to hang out (think Cheers) for a few drinks. Let me know.
JSlo

[thundernco]

... in response to Re: Re: Colombia is Dangerous, posted by Traveller on Oct 14, 2003

Keith,

email me at thundernco@nospam.com before you scrap it, I may be interested in working something out with you. -TNC

[CaliAdvisor]

... in response to Re: Re: Colombia is Dangerous, posted by Traveller on Oct 14, 2003

Keep us updated on that show pls.

[Traveller]

... in response to Re: Re: Re: Colombia is Dangerous, posted by CaliAdvisor on Oct 14, 2003

Ah, the show. It's going to be fun. I'll keep you posted.