Timothy Barnes

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Tim The Suitcase: Ok, so I'm a suitcase (or is that nutcase?)!  On the outside I am decorated with a mutli-colorful and cultural multitude of stickers from all my travels.  Since I am sucha "worldy" being.. Of course, I have to stand out on the carosel at the airport when I am gliding alongside hundreds of other suitcases.  An easy finder that "screams" for attention! On the inside? Well, I have to say my owner is a VERY orderly, neat freak.. So all his little sockies, shirts, undies, ect are all placed and folded neatly..  You might find a few little items stuffed in or around his usual travel stash.  Possibly, some tourist purchases such as magnets, music, jewlery, a venue program, etc.. My latches are sort of a tarnished brass since I do have some age on me now.  Because of my age most of the compartments are torn or have holes in them.. But, instead of buying a new suitecase my owner keeps me as an old friend because of my character, shell strength and the memories we have shared on our travels..  Besides, who else would carry his shit?!  

Tim The "BODY" Map: I am a map of bones, veins, organs and tendons showing the inner core of life.  I am a vast color of reds, blues, white skeletal tissue and tendon skin tones..  You will use dominating and suggestive images to navigate through my system.  You will travel though the endless streams of veins and blood vessels to get to your next destination..  Welcome to my "inner space"...  

 The MONSTER In ME:  I'm sort of a multi-colored monster.  I am really good at changing my color in different environments.. I'm not too hairy of a monster.. The areas that have some hair I usually monsterscape..  The rest of me is a bit scaley and slimey. I have very clean teeth because I am a firm believer in good hygene.  The people that I bit or nip usually appreciate my fresh monster breathe.    I'm just a average sized monster, but I usually fall for the bigger, hairier, more agressive types..  I'm a monster that usually likes to low-carb it so I love me some meat!  Although, I have been known to have a glass of wine with my cheesecake on the weekends.. I live in a very diverse habitat.  I can be a city or country monster.  I'm a monster that like to stick close to his heritage roots.  I've chosen to live in the peace and quiet on the farm in the country.. Although, I usually travel into the city to find my victims as I need to spice this up on occasion.  This is just a little information on "the monster I have become"..

Top 5 Words That Describe "ME"

Creative: A mental process involving the gereration of new ideas or concepts.  Resulting from originality of thought, expression and imagination. 

Spirited: Having or showing courage, vigor, liveliness or energy.

Humorous: Characterized by humor, funny, comical. Having or showing the faculty of humor.

Bipolar: Relating to major affective disorder that is charcterized by episodes of mania and depression.

Disturbing: Upsetting or disquieting.  To trouble emotionally or mentally. To intrude on or inconvenience. 

What is the "Feeling of DISTURBING?"

What is the colors?  Black and white, red

What is the tempo? Slow or fast......creepy

What are the shapes?  Straight edged, angular, vertical

What is the rhythm? Quick paced, steady flow

*I grew up in a small town in Southern IL as an only child.  I am also adopted and found my biological mother in 2000.  In 98 I moved into the house my mother grew up in.  It is the home my grandparents resided in for 53 years, so it is very special to me.

*My family has 27 head of horses and 7 babies on the way this year.  Although, I really don't consider them "pets".  They are more so members of the family and a lifestyle.  I do have a two year old dog named, Oliver.  He is a Pembroke Welsh Corgi and is quite the handsome, smart little guy.

*I would love to travel to Eqypt.  Ever since I can remember I was always fascinated with it's ancient culture.  In art history it was always my favorite area of study.

*I have always been a huge fan of music.  Being an only child I guess it was a way of escape for me.  I love the indie, alternative, folk, electronica/dance genres of music.  Some of my favorite artists are Goldfrapp, The Knife, PJ HArvey, Regina Spektor, Imogen Heap, Feist and Bjork.  Recently, in concert I have seen Regina Spektor, Imogen Heap, Scissor Sisters and The Ditty Bops.  In May I'm going to see Tegan and Sara!

*Anytime away from the horses is what I consider "playtime".  I love spending time with my close friends.  I love traveling, winery's, art exhibitions, theater, etc.  I'm a huge fan of the Cirque du Soleil shows.  I have seen 11 of their venues!  I think that's like a record....LOL 

Leslie Feist is coming to St Louie April 12.....and YES, I got tix!  I'm so excited!!!! LOL