Name: Ray Status: Single Sex: -Checks pants- Yup, I'm an alien :) Age: Old enough to drink you under the table Location: In ghetto-ass Oxnard, CA Member since: Before You Were Born, Kid! Account: Locked And Loaded! (Just not Premium anymore...) :( Gift anyone? ;) Orientation: Pansexual (Guys/Girls/Trans/Anyone....But mostly Dahvie Vanity ;p )
Hey you! No, you right there! Yes you! You should Rate/Comment/Inbox Me! If you give me a ten I'll give you one back ^_^ I'm no longer premium though >.< so I can't see rates, so comment me and tell me if you rate me :) And I'll always respond to messages/comments!
Piercings: Snakebites Tongue 7/8" plugs in both ears 0g in left ear Nipples ;)
Tattoos: Maltese Cross Chest Blue/Black Nautical Star Left wrist Red/Black Nautical Star Right wrist "Carpe Diem" Back
My name's Raymond McElwain (mac-Uhl-wAne). You may call me Ray. First off if you're a minor don't even bother talking to me unless I know you already. Minors are nothing but trouble. I'm half Celtic with some British, German, and French in there. I'm 21 (birthday is October 19th). I live in Ventura, CA as of now. I have HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus) and not afraid to say it anymore. I was BORN WITH IT (yes, I've lived with it for 21 years now) and actually, I am quite healthy (Undetectable viral load). So get over it, or SHUT the FUCK UP! I am well-educated and use very good grammar (well, when I want to). I hate people who typ3 l1k d1s. The number line is not part of the alphabet you idiots. I don't mind slang or vulgarities, I use them myself, yadadamean? lol Ok, honestly I'm not expecting anyone to read this whole profile.....I must admit it's a doozy. But I think it makes for a nice read too, so maybe at least try reading some of it? :p I probably put about 5 hours into just this. :) My tattoos are my art...I get in depth with them and I'm proud of each and every one that I have/will get because of what they mean to me<3 Ok thanks ^_^
I have two lip piercings (snakebites), a tongue piercing, nipples both pierced, and used to have my eyebrow pierced. I also have stretched ears and an extra piercing in my left ear....both plugs are at 3/4" they're a pair of double-flare Borostone plugs (which you can see in one of my pictures I posted). I am a professional piercing artist and have done all my piercings myself....except for my tongue. I was going to do that myself, but it kept slipping since I didn't have a clamp at the time and it just became a really bad idea lol I didn't want to fuck the piercing process up, pierce a nerve (one of the many in your tongue), and have my tongue unusable the rest of my life >.< So I had another professional do it instead.
I have 4 tattoos as of now. I definitely want more though down my back, arms, and probably my chest/stomach too. I want some stories and memories on me ^_^ Ok, so I have a plain, black Maltese Cross on my chest, one blue/black nautical star on my left wrist, one red/black nautical star on my right wrist, and the quote "Carpe Diem Quam Minimum Credula Postero" on my back which translates to "Sieze the day and place little trust in tomorrow" from Latin...basically meaning change is inevitable. That quote means a lot to me. My whole life has been nothing but change and I'd kind of like to have all that slow down, but then again I've experienced and learned so much from my life, more than most people have in their entire lives. Just the variety of people that I've seen, met, and hung out with. Places I've been....it's odd though...never been outside the US, but I've been to like 3/4 of the states. My experiences in dealing with shady people, people of all races, drugs, friends and family members that are/were on drugs, and inevitably, deaths. But I hate talking about shit like that; I've also had really good times too. My first rave I went to with my best friend when I was a freshman in college....I have never been in a happier, more peaceful, and non-judgmental situation in my life. Anyways...(I tend to sidetrack a bit >.> I swear I have ADD sometimes lol) My nautical stars actually stand for finding my place in the world....Sailors used a compass rose (on which was marked with the 5-point nautical star) to navigate, with the star Polaris, their way through the ocean and find their way back home. My Maltese Cross actually, believe it or not, stands for 8 qualities of courage (Loyalty, Piety, Generosity, Bravery, Glory/Honor, Contempt of death, Helpfulness towards the poor and the sick, and Respect for the church)....8 because the original star actually had 8 points. Now...the Iron Cross (a Maltese Cross of cast iron and a silver border) is widely misconstrued with the Maltese Cross nowadays. It is pretty much the same symbol (unless you are looking at a pre-20th century Maltese Cross)....but I am not a neo-Nazi, (though I do like the German culture and language lol) for which this symbol is most well-known for. They actually mean two totally separate things, and actually the Maltese Cross came way before the Iron Cross. The Maltese Cross has been found in two different places in the 11th century: One on the Angby Stone (a memorial stone found in Sweden), with the Maltese cross in the center, surrounded by two intertwining snakes, and carved with runes. And the second one being introduced during the Crusades from the island of Malta (from which it took it's name obviously). More specifically, the Sovereign Military Hospitaller Order of St. John of Jerusalem of Rhodes and of Malta, better known as the Sovereign Order of Malta (well....only better known if you were actually interested in History class lol), an organization somewhat akin to the "Red Cross" we have today, but with medieval roots in not only taking care of the sick, but showing knighthood as well. The Order of St. John was founded in Jerusalem in 1099 by the armies of the First Crusade, beginning as a monastic community which was dedicated to St. John the Baptist, offering hospice and medical care to pilgrims in the Holy Land. It was Fra Raymond du Puy, the second head of the order, who introduced the white cross on a red field which EVEN TODAY is their emblem. However....it was Frederick William III, King of Prussia, who instituted the first use of the Iron Cross in 1813. For over one hundred years, during times of war, the Iron Cross was revived for use by various leaders but of course none more famously than Adolf Hitler in 1939 (the day that German forces invaded Poland...just in case you didn't know ;p ). Hitler made it so that the cross was given for exceptional bravery or leadership in the face of the enemy (much like our modern day "Medal of Honor" given by the President) and expanded the number of grades to eight – second class Iron Cross, first class Iron Cross, etc, ...up to the Grand Cross, which was actually awarded only once to Hermann Goring in 1940 by Hitler himself. If you've actually read this far you should put "Maltese Cross" somewhere in your message, I'd love it ^_^ Oh and one more fact....did you know the modern Firefighter's badge is in fact the Maltese Cross bearing them with protection....just like the first wearers of the Cross would lay down their life for one of their comrades, firefighters are just as willing to save one of their own men. So take that all you neo-Nazi fucks! :p
At this point I would like to apologize for the long-ass explanation of my tattoos....I don't know why I always feel like I have to explain my tattoos....but I find it quite stupid when someone gets a tattoo for no reason other than "it looks cool" I really don't want to seem like that kind of person lol These are gonna be on your body for life....I'd much rather get a tattoo that actually means something to me or stands for something that I want to stand for too you know? :)
I love, love, LOVE music!!! I honestly can't get enough, I'm like a sponge when it comes down to it.....I play music; I interpret it; I make it; I listen to it; Most of all....I love to surround myself with it. My favorite genres are Rock, Hard Rock, Classic Rock, Metal, Hardcore, and Screamo.
I also absolutely love raves!! It's not just about the drugs either like most people who don't frequent them think (though the drugs can definitely enhance the experience and make everything that much better xD). It's more about the experiences with some really awesome and decent people. I would honestly love to take anyone to one if they'd be willing to go. I took my friend when I lived near Fresno and he hasn't stopped going since lol It is seriously that awesome. I haven't gone to one in a long time, but I would definitely go again if I had the time and money to. Come with me maybe? ;D
I also used to skateboard (and I was decent with the tricks and shit lol). I wanted to get sponsored, but that never happened....I just kind of stopped skating as much day by day and then one day just quit altogether I guess....but I would like to skate again, I really enjoyed it...almost as much as I enjoy guitar ^_^ My friend has a board that I've recently picked up and practiced on for the first time in literally years lol But yes I do play guitar (7 years experience, but only about 2 years actually singing and playing at the same time), as well as the drums (4 year experience, and lots of time with some double bass pedals ^_^ That means don't be surprised if you see my feet going up and down real quick like I'm using the bass pedals >.< ...kind of a habit now lol). piano (1 year experience, but it's so similar to guitar in the note structure that I could probably pick it up real quick now :p), and bass guitar(several months experience, but I'd love to learn some new badass basslines ;D That means a real plus if you know how to play bass hehe).
I also used to box and wrestle (Mixed Martial Arts with a strong emphasis in Brazilian Jui-Jitsu) for about a year during my Senior year of high school (not at or for the school though...at a professional gym with a trainer...I've never done sports for a punk-ass, jocked up, whiney high school team...well I've never done ANY sports period except for MMA lol) but I quit after High School. I still watch UFC every now and then though and definitely still know my shit ;)
Ok as for girls/significant others....I love affection and public displays of it (PDA anyone? <3). I would love to find someone who is affectionate....they don't have to be super cuddly or kissing me every hour lol but a random text, hug, and especially kiss from behind is so sweet every once in a while<3 Just someone who'd make me smile :) Someone who cares about their own body and health is nice though too...I care about how I look to be honest, and I stay fit....even if I can veg on the couch every once in a while :p Also someone who doesn't mind trying new things (I would love to take a girl to a rave one day ;D). I am a smoker, a social drinker, AND 420 friendly :). I can speak some German, very little French, very little Japanese, and very little Russian, but I can understand most Spanish, but it'll take me a little longer to speak it back lol. I took 4 years of Spanish in High School and had Spanish speaking friends. I THRIVE in the nighttime. Actually I have insomnia, so most nights I just want to be out doing something...not necessarily with anyone....but I have been going out till like 6 with my cousin lately who lives in Oxnard. We're not really family, but we're tighter than any family I have :p My favorite thing to do is just drive at night and listen to music on a long highway. It's so relaxing. Also...as if it weren't obvious I love to have fun ^_^
Spot Reserved for anyone who wants to take my heart...
David "Skullz" Cox This kid right here is my best friend ♥ His nickname is DJ, but I call him David anyways. He and I have been through Hell and back, we've done fucked up shit together and we've been best friends ever since. I'll never forget him and won't let him get hurt...You hurt him....I kill you, straight up....Got it?
Tay "Fairy" Jung TayFairy...So many things I could say about this girl. Yeah, she's an ex of mine, but we're amazing friends and she always puts a smile on my face when we talk. She only wishes she could be a vampire like me haha She's a walking encyclopedia when it comes to hardcore/post-hardcore music. I swear to God if anyone ever hurts her, it'll be the last thing they do. I will walk my ass up to Tulare if I have to so I can put them 6 feet under the ground. Tay, you'll always be my best friend and I love you always ^_^
Kitty This is Kitty. She's one of the sweetest and nicest girls I know and she's been nice to me throughout the whole time I've known her, even if I can be an asshole sometimes. She's always happy to talk to anyone and she's a really good artist. In fact she wants to be a tattoo artist. So add her and give her a ten. But if I hear anything bad come out of your mouth about her I will promptly get up, drive to wherever you live and murder your parents, chop them up, and make you eat them in a stew while I watch. K?
The Playlist
Likes:
Skating, playing music, writing music, and listening to music.
I really like the scene girl styles. Yeah yeah, hate me for liking scene queens....but seriously, some of them chicks are hot as hell! ;)
Movies:
Anything with Adam Sandler, Jim Carey, or Jack Black. I love comedies and horror movies.
Books: Not many...except vampire books...no, not Twilight. Stuff like Cirque du Freak.
TV: Adult Swim (Family Guy, American Dad, etc), Burn Notice, Chuck, Criminal Minds, CSI, Futurama, House, King Of The Hill, The Office, Prison Break, Saturday Night Live, Scrubs, Supernatural, True Calling, UFC, Weeds, The Fuse, FX, MTV, MTV2, VH1, VH1 Classic...etc.
Dislikes: Jocks, Preps, anyone who thinks that they are in some way better than everyone just because of the way they dress or act. Judgmental people get on my nerves.