I can't tell you where my personal views come from, it's a secret. As far as my youth, I personally viewed sports as my life. If I thought of all my influences, I'd have to rely on everyone I've had a personal relationship with. In high school, I learned a lot from Roberto, a guy from Ghana who'd get my Herb. Put that with all I learned from life, up until that point, and I had a broader perspective. And then I went to college in Albany, NY, then Plattsburgh, then moved to Virginia, while meeting people along the way.

I mostly learned through my Brother and Sister and their friends, seeing how they're 9 and 7 years older, respectively. My sister lived in NYC, I met people there. I really didn't get to know my brother's friends too well.

I went to religion classes, once a week, and was confirmed catholic.

I can't talk forever, cause I would, as you can see, I'm already talking in circles.