It’s official. I found my true calling.
I’ve often fantasized about leaving the intriguing world of coiled tubing rigs, subsea trees and light well intervention for something a bit more on the creative side. Perhaps I could frequent my neighborhood coffee shop and write a best selling book on the back of stained paper napkins. Or I could move to New York City and become a Pop Watch blog writer for Entertainment Weekly. Maybe I could finally achieve that life-long dream of being a Dallas Cowboy Cheerleader.
Never in a million years did I think pimping would be something I enjoy. And I certainly didn’t expect my Big Pimpin’ category to get almost as many hits as my Bachelor recaps.
Granted, my first subject was quite the catch. And since we share the same DNA, I was able to work out all the kinks with his “season” just in time get everything in order for our second installment.
Meet my friend Lawrence.
I know. You should see his eyes in person.
Ironically, it wasn’t his eyes that caught my attention when I first met him. It was his smile. Or should I say teeth? Have you ever seen pearly whites this perfect before? Is his Dad a dentist? Does he have floss in his desk? Does he use those Crest white strips?
Clearly, these were questions that needed to be immediately answered.
About a year before I left the Dallas agency where I used to work, Lawrence graced us with his presence. And when I say “us,” I mean me and webMAN.
The PR department and the Movie department cubes were right next to each other. Lawrence was the young guy straight out of college that had to do mundane jobs, like clip movie ads out of the Morning News and stuff passes into envelopes.
webMAN and I immediately sized him up. Sure…he looked like he could hang with the cool kids, but looks aren’t everything. There was a delicate inner-office balance and this Lawrence fellow could throw us all off if we weren’t careful.
I had my first breakthrough with Lawrence inside the storage closet that our departments shared. I was stuffing our side full of Central Market cookbooks and Maggiano’s lemon cookies. He was stuffing their side full of Polar Express toy trains and Mean Girls posters.
Lincee: “Look. You’re new. I think you need to know how things go around here…”
Lawrence: “Hey! [signature grin] Do you want a screening pass to Harry Potter?”
That’s when I knew that he was one of us and this would be a friendship that would last forever.
Lawrence is a sweet guy who is always surrounded by friends and fun. I’m excited for you to get to know him better in the next few weeks. I’ve made it my personal mission to find him an adorable girl. Call your friends, daughters and sisters people. He is a good one!
In keeping with tradition, I provided Lawrence with a list of questions to answer. I will be revealing a few more details each Thursday in the upcoming weeks. Feel free to email me with additional questions.
And if you are bold, go ahead and send in your own personal profile and accompanying photo!
Let the pimpin’ begin!
Age: 28
Height: 5’9”
City: Dallas
1. What is a typical work day for Lawrence?
I am a film publicist. My official title is Senior Account Executive. A typical day would include social media, interaction with regional members of the press (Entertainment) and setting up promotional screenings for feature films. I also work with promotional partners such as TV, radio, newspaper and Online outlets among others.
2. What is your favorite thing to do in your spare time?
Golf, being outdoors, pool time with friends or sporting events
3. What is your favorite cereal?
Frosted Flakes or Shredded Wheat
I also really like Maypo (Maple flavored Oatmeal)
4. Mountains or beach? Beach
5. What is your favorite food?
I’m a steak and potatoes kind of guy. But I like pizza, fish, pasta, burgers and bratwurst. Pretty much anything that you can grill.
6. Favorite TV show?
Can I name shows? Weeds, Entourage, Californication, How I Met Your Mother, Two and a Half Men, Big Bang Theory, NCIS, 30 Rock and The Office. Wow – I might watch a little too much TV.
7. What was the last book you read?
Bringing Down the House. Great story. Makes you want to get up and move to Vegas.
8. How many countries have you visited?
Seven
9. Have you ever met a famous person?
Believe it or not, I have met several.
10. Best concert ever?
Dave Matthews Band
July 21, 2001
Folsom Field, Boulder Colorado
11. If you knew you could try anything and not fail, what dream would you attempt?
I would love to be able play NHL hockey and win the Stanley Cup. It’s a dream, right?
12. What qualities of the opposite sex would you HAVE to have in a potential mate?
Funny, ambitious, caring, not afraid to show me who she really is. I need someone who believes in communication. Someone who thinks that a compromise is better than a sacrifice. Ideally this person’s looks would only add to the positive qualities.