cristab

My real name is Crista Bowles. Originally from Martinsville, VA USA, but currently living in Collinsville, VA. I'm an artist/musician. I love alot of different types of music, but my favorite is Metal. I used to play keyboards/ backing vocals/ samples for Shadows Within from 2003-2006. I have had the opportunity to share the stage with & meet a lot of amazing people and bands such as Nothingface, Exodus, Crisis, 3 Inches of Blood, Stemm, Byzantine, Stuck Mojo, Silent Civilian, Glass Casket, & more. I married my best friend & soulmate Dwayne Bowles. I am a foster parent to a great kid named Sean. He came to live with us July 11, 2007. I do a lot of graphic design,drawing, painting, photography, & sculpting. I'm an animal lover and have had about every pet you can think of from snakes, mice, birds, to horses. Most people would probably call me a tom-boy, but I like girly stuff too. I grew up with mostly guys, so I tend to have more guy friends. I'll play tackle football with ya anyday and race ya on a dirtbike. I am a very laid back person and easy to get along with. My favorite foods are sesame chicken & a big juicy steak smothered in A1 sauce. Halloween is my fav holiday. I'm guilty of being a perfectionist/ neat freak. I love to watch UFC, Brandon Vera is awesome. That dude has some wicked kicks and moves. I love to make new friends. I'm interested in anything fantasy, Sci-Fi, Vampire, and paranormal related. I collect dragons, Star Wars, Lord of the Rings figures, & comic books. I love muscle cars, especially Mustangs & Novas. Fall/Autumn is my fav time of year, I love everything about it from the beautiful colored leaves to the smell in the air. Disorganization drives me nuts. I'm a bit obsessive/compulsive when it comes to cleanliness and things being in their place. I look down on cowards who hurt & put others down and think they look cool while doing it. I've pretty much learned the only people you can trust is family and if you're lucky, a close friend. Conformists, be yourself. Originality is always remembered. Want to know more about me just ask. I don't bite hard.

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