I began collecting sports cards at an early age. My father is responsible for that. It began with baseball and then turned into an interest for non-sports cards and basketball. While living in Oxnard, Calif., I became interested in collecting Gary Payton. I was in fourth grade when I began seeking out cards of him, with decent success.
My interests changed when I entered junior high school. I was away from the hobby for about a decade. I returned in March 2006.
While looking at various Web sites about the hobby, I was reminded of the passion I had for the hobby as a child. I decided to dust off the PayPal and eBay accounts and get to it.
Now, more than a year later, I've gathered a hefty collection of Payton cards. As a child, I never dreamed my current collection was possible. But here I am and here I go — always keeping my eyes open for the next pick up. I'm particularly fond of refractors and patches, so those typically take priority over anything else. I also enjoy picking up cards serial numbered with my favorite number, which is 13. Just a neat novelty thing.
Other nonsense
I'm a 23-year-old senior at the University of Oklahoma, studying journalism, and I'm an online editor for a state newspaper Web site. I enjoy music, movies, books, "Star Wars," Dungeons and Dragons, good food and spending time with friends.
I'm a devout Christian (Reformed Calvinist) and do my best to live it every single day. I consider myself blessed to be able to enjoy the hobby I do. I believe in "paying it forward" when it comes to the generosity others have shown me.
Card of the Moment:
03/04 SP Signature Edition
Autograph Parallel
#3/20
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Wish list:
• Gary Payton 1/1s, specifically the 03/04 Ultimate Collection Ultimate Logos
• 03/04 Ultimate Collection Ultimate Signatures Gold /20
Contact:
E-mail: richardhall@welovetheglove.com
AIM: dyslexiccray0n
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