kjer stands for "Kansas Jeremy." Yahoo screwed up things and added the rest. My good grrrl's name is "Julie Jane Russell Because She Ain't No Jack" but we just call her Julie and a host of nicknames (Mz. Demeanor, Land Shark, God Damn it!, etc.) BIO Born in North Dakota, learned to talk in Texas, early elementary years in southern Michigan near Lake Huron, brief time in Miami Beach (during WWII), back to Michigan. Parents divorced and we moved back to northcentral Kansas, which became my adopted home (although folks were 4th or 5th generation Kansans). At 18, joined USAF and served a year in Korea (after the cease-fire) and two in southern Japan; however, the only foreign country I served in was pre-Civil Rights movement Gulf Coast Mississippi! :) My Air Force job was control tower operator, then later worked in headquarters administration. Returned to Kansas, got married to wife number 1 and got a college degree (or two plus) and taught public school (8th Grade English) for 4 years. Adopted two mixed-race children (girl and boy). Spent a year ill and unemployed then began working for 25 years with mentally and multiply challenged folks in State institutions. Divorced after 25 years (amicably), endured 4 years of bachelorhood, then married wife Number 2. (Both fine women, by the way.) Retired for five years then got a part-time college instructor position, teaching Freshmen how to write at the college level for another five years, then retired a second time. Still with wife No. 2.
My first identity was as an artist. Later, also became a writer. Wrote about about nine multi-volumed science-fantasy novel manuscripts. Was given very encouraging rejections by editiors, but just never seemed to be what met their publishing needs. Gave up art (pastel pencils and fine-line ink drawings, mostly) for about 10 years due to operations on wrists that messed up coordination in fingers and created involuntary releases of my grasp. (It's very discouraging to spent 40 hours on a fine-line ink drawing only to drop the pen on it in the last hour or two.) Finally decided that avenue of expression was no longer viable for me and concentrated by creative efforts into writing. Then, about four years ago, I discovered the worlds of Bryce, Poser, and Vue and have been able to go back to my first love; art.
My association with Renderosity has been wonderful. In my gallery I get to combine both my creative loves: writing and art. I appreciate very much the responses and comments of viewers and thank those special few who keep comming back to my gallery. Interests in no particular order: 3D Graphic arts, writing (poetry and novels), photography, science-fiction and fantasy, science in general, astronomy (especially Mars and extra solar planets), ecology.
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Comments (26)
JOELGLAINE
Loss of a child is always devastating. This case is particularly so. Perhaps now, he can be at peace and be free of a body that couldn't obey his wishes. I was twenty when My girlfriend and child died in a car wreck. I still miss them. I do feel for you, being there now. Hang in there for the rest of your family. It will get better with time.
magnus073
Jeremy, I realize we don't know each other but for some reason I was drawn to your upload here and moved after reading it. It sounds like he like so many had a tough time dealing with those demons you mentioned. Reading about him being hurt so badly in the fight was so sad, as it effected him from that day on and I'm sure took a great toll of his Mom also. I'm so sorry for the loss of Kirk your family has suffered and I'll keep all of you in my prayers. It is my hope he is finally at peace.
tennesseecowgirl
I am so so sorry for your loss... You and your family will be in my thoughts.
Faemike55
I am sorry for your loss, Jeremy.
shadownet
Oh Jeremy, I am so sadden to hear this. My deepest condolences to both you and especially your wife Karen.
jocko500
so sorry to hear this . I pray for your family
Ravyns
I'm so sorry Jeremy. You and your family will be in my prayers.
geirla
So sorry for your loss Jeremy. My condolences to you and your family.
nolang
i am very sorry for your loss. my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.God Bless.
captbear
Sorry fir your loss. but a great sentiment
Tryphon
Sorry to hear about your loss Jer, you have my sincerest condolences.
mininessie
i´m sorry for all Jeremy....my heart is with you and your family my friend....i wish God console you all in this sad time!! hugs and deep sympathy! Ines
Emil-arts
I can only echo the sentiments of others here. I'm sorry for your loss Jeremy, it's hard to write something meaningful about someone you never knew and only hope it gives you all a little comfort that he is now at peace. Take care and look after each other mate.
wawadave
Sorry to hear of your loss Jeremy!!!
debbielove
My deepest condolences to you and your wife and indeed all the family.. Take care, my friend. Rob
jrcejaspulido
My sincerest condolences to you and your family.
redflame
my deepest condolences and prayers go out to you and your family.
neiwil
My thoughts are with you at this sad time.Take care.
RG19
It is a time to grieve, also a time to thank The Lord that now her son's torment is over! Grace and peace to you and your family, may the Joy of The Lord become your strength in Jesus Name Amen!!!
mermaid
Oh Jeremy, I am so sorry for your and your wifes loss. My heartfelt condolences go out to you and I am convinced, Kirk will live on in your hearts and memories and he himself I believe is now where everything is healed and soothend, he is with the light
sugatak
Jeremy, I am really sorry. My sympathy and condolences to you and your family from my heart.
NetWorthy
I am so sad for your loss Jeremy. I will say a prayer for you and your wife. Thanks for sharing...
Django
I have a slight Idea how he must have felt, there are roads one must walk alone. The gift of life holds within, the unbearable pain of loss. Im sorry for you and your family. Heartfelt greats from over the ocean. Django
emmecielle
I just read the message... I'm very sorry for your loss!
Spacer_01
My sincerest condolences Jeremy. I hadn't been online much this month (in terms of usually in short limited durations just to check email), just catching up on comments.
necrophage
i'm sorry to hear about your loss. my best wishes to you and your family.