Jess' Thoughts

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Thought of the Day:

If you spend too much time searching for the perfect reply, by the time it comes to you, it is inappropriate or unnecessary.
(4/30/99)

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About Me:

    Hi my name is Jessica Ann Tiedeken but most of my friends call me Jess or Jess'a. Born and raised in Newport News, VA, I'm 21 and recently graduated from Coastal Carolina University in Conway, SC.  I graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Marine Science/ Biology double major and a Chemistry minor.  While at Coastal I was President of the Newman Club or the Catholic Campus Ministry if you prefer; Vice Pres./Secretary of the Outdoor Adventure Club, President of the local circle of the leadership honor society, Omicron Delta Kappa; and also involved in the Student Affiliates of the American Chemical Society (SAACS).  I plan on attending graduate school but not immediately.  Right now I'm tring to figure out what exactly I want to study and try to get some expierence in the field before getting into some more school.
I recently took a Shark Class at Bimini Biological Reasearch Station.  There I got to swim with sharks and learn about them.  Visit my shark page if you want to see picts and learn more.

I also have two kittens, Craisin (like cranberry raisins) and Freakaziod.  I found them on Coastal's campus behind the Pepsi machine in the bookstore.  They looked so sad and were crying.  Thanks to Hayley and Erin I was able to catch them and take them home.  They are very cute and troublesome.  I call Freaky my little puppy b/c one of her favorite activities is to fetch.  Craisy is the bad kitty normally;  she has no clue that she's doing anything wrong.   They love being at home and playing w/ Coquina and Chelsie.  I love them very much no matter how much trouble they get into.  They were born about August 27, 2000 so they are still kitties... for now.
Craisin and Freakaziod and Blue (not the hamster - the dog)
taken a few weeks after I got them on October 19, 2000

Normally in this spot I list all the friends I have.  Which is just way too many.  I just want to thank all of them for being real cool eventhough I'm such a dork. My best friends include Hayley, Allison, Andy, Stephanie, Amanda, Jenn Dean, Jim, Mike, B.J. and many more that I don't have time to name.  I just wanted to let y'all know that I'm here for ya and thanks.

Life In Newport News:

My family lives in Newport News, VA, where I was born and raised. My Mom (whom I stay with when I go home) is married to a great guy whom I call "Mr. Bob" with two daughters, Angie 21 and Heather 17.  We also have a small zoo there too, especially when my kitties are there.  There are the two dogs, Coquina (14) and Chelsie(4) along with the "Fat Cat"- Colors Too and Blue, the Hamster.  I see my Dad on occasion, and he is engaged to Janice who is really nice. My Grandparents are great and have helped me out through a lot.  I love all of these people greatly and I wouldn't trade them for the world.

The  Virginia Living Museum is a place where I have spent much of my time and I encourage everyone to take a visit when they are in town. I was a volunteer there for about four years and worked there as a photographer and admissions over the summers.  I racked up a little over 500 hrs.  As a volunteer I got to clean aquariums, do chemical tests, feed the marine life, and get involved in special programs that have taught me a lot about nature and wildlife.  During my senior year I did a mentorship there and learned a lot about loggerhead sea turtles and research there.  I wouldn't trade the experience for anything. I also got to meet a lot of great people: Dave Osman, John Kleopfer, Bob Annette, Bob Mardenburough, Ken Carter, Pat Morrell, Chris Hall, Peggy Frizzell, George Mathews, Heather Mathews, Ken Moore, Sara Pollard, the Culbertson Girls (Brittany, Lynly, Courtney), Adam Rothwell, and all of the many others that I have worked with over the years. Thanks!

Last updated 6/28/01

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