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From the lens Who Is Poddys?.

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  • cynthia-ann-leighton May 29, 2012 @ 4:01 pm | delete
    Nice intro. You sure have been around a lot! As evidenced by your son's, "Only once!" and more:-) Good story.
  • Jolene_Belmain Dec 27, 2011 @ 3:13 pm | delete
    You sure have accomplished a lot in your lifetime, may you accomplish many more things :)

    Good luck to you and all of your future endeavors :)
  • wordstock Dec 26, 2011 @ 2:06 pm | delete
    There is so much here to read that I will have to come back. Then...I noticed the state lenses and I will have to read them too. Good grief, when will I find the time? Great lens
  • LotusLandry Oct 20, 2011 @ 6:14 pm | delete
    You have a lot going on! -- from the Yahoo lens group.
  • Ladymermaid Oct 6, 2011 @ 9:01 am | delete
    Hmmm? I know that I visited this lens before but I just noticed that it didn't have a like from me...now how the heck did I manage to screw that one up. Perhaps I was just too busy reading the first time I visited ;) Situation now rectified. Have a great day Poddy.
  • termit_bronx Sep 17, 2011 @ 4:27 pm | delete
    Nice shirts Tony! I would like to get one too :) Nice to get to know you a little bit better :)
  • miaponzo Jun 20, 2011 @ 2:44 pm | delete
    Thanks so much for introducing yourself.
  • Pastiche May 17, 2011 @ 5:08 pm | delete
    I've never tackled my entire life story. You give me inspiration to begin the process, if only for my daughters and grandkids.
  • PatinKC Apr 6, 2011 @ 8:44 pm | delete
    Tony, all I can say is "WOW"! hehe... Please don't fill me full of lead!
    Love reading about your life and I agree with Vallain about the separate lenses.
  • Meloramus Apr 1, 2011 @ 3:40 pm | delete
    What an interesting life you've led so far. Looking forward to reading about the next installment!
  • vallain Feb 7, 2011 @ 3:13 pm | delete
    I think you're right, you may have a book with what you are writing here. Think about having separate lenses for some of the segments you are planning to add here. One could be Poddy's - The U.S. Years. Then link them all together, so people could find all the parts of your life.
    If you do self-publish it for your family, I recommend Blurb.com which I've used for some family memoirs.
  • poddys Feb 8, 2011 @ 12:48 am | delete
    Good thinking, thanks. I just need to get back on track with writing my life story.
  • photofk3 Feb 5, 2011 @ 5:12 pm | delete
    I find you an extremely interesting person. Can't wait to reading your story further... so far, it's very interesting. I wish you lots of success with your autobiography.
  • ideadesigns Jan 24, 2011 @ 11:31 am | delete
    I've spent some time here and other lenses, thanks for the entertainment! I always wanted to travel, only been here in the usa but it's a great place!
  • deyani Jan 14, 2011 @ 5:35 pm | delete
    Tony, thank you for sharing your life journey with us, it's great that I can know you a little bit better now. Will definitely back to check your updates. I love your traveling story too. wow... --- Blessed ---
  • ajgodinho Dec 25, 2010 @ 12:42 am | delete
    All I can say right now is...WOW...I'll definitely have to come back and read more and check your updates. You've experienced much in life so far, but it's great that you've been able to stay above it all. I enjoy traveling too and would love to travel more. Nice to get to know a lot more about you through this lens. **Blessed by a Squid-Angel**
  • Ladymermaid Dec 9, 2010 @ 5:58 pm | delete
    Wow this is one jam packed lens... nice to know you a little better Poddy. I just stopped by thought to wish you a merry Christmas and a spectacular New Year. Best Wishes.
  • MissMerFaery Nov 29, 2010 @ 3:27 pm | delete
    Superb lensography! Was wonderful getting to know you better :) Love the Lilliput story and learning all about where you grew up. And echoing the comment below, yes, the cowboy pic is priceless!
  • BigGirlBlue Oct 31, 2010 @ 1:09 pm | delete
    I remember my aunt taking me berry picking (I was just talking about this the other day) and I barfed the whole way. Up until that point I didn't know I was car sick person. 30 years later and I still have to sit in the front seat. It was interesting reading a little about you. The cowboy pic is priceless.
  • Irenemaria Sep 25, 2010 @ 3:29 am | delete
    Enjoyed the reading. Now I feel like I have known you for years. One thing you should know is, that when ever I feel I need a smile - I am going to your sites.
  • GrowWear Sep 17, 2010 @ 7:36 am | delete
    Great lens, Tony. I admire your traveling heart. I'd like to travel, but I'd want my bed to follow close behind. :) ...Maybe one day. :)
  • puzzlemaker Apr 14, 2010 @ 9:28 am | delete
    It's nice to meet you Poddys. I've seen you around, but just now getting to Who is Poddys. You've had quite an interesting life. I'll be seeing you around.
  • WeddingZazzle Apr 14, 2010 @ 6:07 am | delete
    Wow, Poddy is many things. Nice getting to know you....thanks for sharing your personal story. SquidAngel Blessings :)
  • Wordwinder Apr 2, 2010 @ 10:45 pm | delete
    It was nice getting to know Poddys! Your style of writing makes it impossible to stop until one reaches the end and then one feels sad that it has ended. Great lens, Tony!
  • d-artist Mar 10, 2010 @ 2:32 pm | delete
    what a nice lense...5*...I like your blurbs and the stories, very interesting...love what your son said about travelling around the world.
    My grandmother Ives family came from England...I as well love doing genealogy...check out my new genealogy based type lenses...do you still have an English accent or a New Zealand one.
  • grannysage Jan 3, 2010 @ 3:56 pm | delete
    Holding my breath, waiting for the rest of the story. I've thought of doing something like this, but I think my family would shoot me. I applaud your dedication to truly Living life.
  • JustBon-Crochet-Designs Dec 31, 2009 @ 7:42 pm | delete
    As I'm hanging up my wings very shortly, I just had to drop by and sprinkle some of that magic dust here.

    Happy New Year! Squid Angel blessed.
  • aj2008 Sep 1, 2009 @ 4:34 am | delete
    Just back for another visit to see how this has developed. Looks like there's more lenses I need to visit.
  • sandyspider Jul 2, 2009 @ 11:30 pm | delete
    Thanks for the invite to add my lensography here. Since I just became a Giant Squid, I noticed this is your second Squid Anniversary. Happy Anniversary. Great lens. 5*
  • kitz007 Jul 1, 2009 @ 7:00 am | delete
    5 Stars for the person and to save my head :P lol !! You Rock Man !!
  • sittonbull Jun 26, 2009 @ 11:26 pm | delete
    Tony, This was to be a quick browse, for I had things to do... but I just couldn't stop reading your lensography. You must have an incredible schedule and incredible energy to do all that you do and you continue to build upon it all with travel, prolific writing and reading, and last but not least... romance. You and Deb are a great fit and a great story. Great lensography and all the best to you!
  • coachniquenya Jun 22, 2009 @ 4:11 am | delete
    This is a really great lens! I hope to be like you when I grow up! Cheers!
  • daria369 May 28, 2009 @ 8:10 am | delete
    Having a pretty tough day ahead of me, I'm glad I chose to read your lens this morning. Enjoyed every sentence and can't wait for more. Awesome lens, thank you!! :)
  • ChineseKitesforKids May 27, 2009 @ 10:35 pm | delete
    You sir - kick Squidoo (__[__) TOTALLY!! We love your lenses!
  • Jewelsofawe May 25, 2009 @ 1:06 pm | delete
    Thanks for putting my lenses on your blog! I enjoy reading the blog!
  • Jewelsofawe May 18, 2009 @ 11:23 am | delete
    Your story is very interesting. I can't wait until you add more so I can read those too.
    Great lens!
  • Mountainside-Crochet May 17, 2009 @ 11:23 am | delete
    Hi - enjoyed your description of your life in New Zealand. And the quote from your son about having travelled 'around the world' only once by age 8! Adorable. Nice to meet you. Thanks for visiting my lens. I have a long way to go to catch up to you as a lensmaster :-). Best of luck to you. I think you're right about the Pendleton sisters (OhMe and Joan4) making Pendleton, SC the Squidoo 'capital'. Very talented lensmasters and lovely, caring ladies. It's a privilege to know them. I'll be back to read more of your interesting lenses.
  • Webcodes May 15, 2009 @ 1:05 pm | delete
    Loved the read Tony.. sorry that salesman screwed you over. It's hard to trust anyone in business unless you do it yourself. 5* and fav.
  • spirituality Apr 27, 2009 @ 2:33 am | delete
    Great lens - you've been blessed by a squidoo angel :)
  • Rewards4life Apr 24, 2009 @ 10:10 am | delete
    Hey, Tony! It is very nice to meet you! This lens is just wonderful. You've traveled so far away from home, and still managed to find a perfect women, here in the UK! I'm very happy for you both. =)
  • Nochipra Apr 23, 2009 @ 1:43 am | delete
    Wow! Great Lens! You are one busy guy! Congrats on being a Giant Squid!
  • Pastiche Apr 13, 2009 @ 7:33 am | delete
    Dear Poddys, you've lived more of life than many 55 boomers already, plus you have so much to offer to Senior Geek Squids. Please feel free to submit your lenses to the group and we will welcome you most heartily in advance of your milestone birthday celebration. I have the power to time shift ... tada! Pastiche
  • Janusz Apr 12, 2009 @ 4:12 pm | delete
    A fine example of an AWESOME Lens.. Blessed by a Squid Angel :)
  • clouda9 Apr 7, 2009 @ 8:45 pm | delete
    You are one busy person online and offline! How do you keep track? Great share and especially love your pic with the cowboy outfit and two-shooter :)
  • TherapyDept Apr 2, 2009 @ 11:46 pm | delete
    Thanks for the jokes!
  • IncomeTeam Apr 1, 2009 @ 4:09 pm | delete
    Congrats on the Giant Squid Status.

    I am still working on mine. (don't want to rush it)

    About the Bear Marketing System, one of the sub programs is "Work For 3 Dollars"

    It is a 1 time fee of $3.40, Brian Bear joined under me and I got 40 new downline just since his system launch at noon EST on March 31st. (24 hours ago)

    I re-signed up under him, (double dipping). If you want to gamble $3.40 and see if you can get spillover from Brian Bear's System, the link is http://WorkFor3Dollars.com/easy3dollarmatrix

    It is not a monthly fee, so I am not sure if it is really MLM or not.

    No pressure though, friend.
  • Beaman Mar 16, 2009 @ 2:59 pm | delete
    Wonderfully in-depth lens on your life. I'm an only child too but like you I feel it gave me many advantages in life and how I see things. I've never been to the South West part of England but it looks a delightful part of the country.
  • vanidiana Mar 10, 2009 @ 10:36 am | delete
    Nice to meet you in Squidoo! :)
  • Mar 9, 2009 @ 1:00 pm | delete
    WOW! What alot of great info. Maybe one day I'll do one of these...
  • Lizblueberry Feb 25, 2009 @ 7:34 pm | delete
    What a great lens! I know how much time it takes to create a lens like this. Sounds like you had a great childhood!!! Please give us more!
  • The_Health_Lady Feb 21, 2009 @ 8:58 am | delete
    Poddys I'm always impressed with your talents and love what you have done with this lens. Excellent!
  • Cajean Feb 16, 2009 @ 2:24 pm | delete
    Hello Poddy...just a note to say, "Thank you" for your very kind words of encouragement on my lens! And kudos to you for your great lens collection! My, my, my what intimidation...oops, I mean "inspiration"! ;-) 5* for all the hard work/fun ... I'll be back.
  • sara08852 Feb 8, 2009 @ 6:10 pm | delete
    Thanks for letting us get to know you better through this lensography. You've put a lot of work into it and it's remarkable.
    Also wanted to thank you for your help.
  • pmolinero Jan 23, 2009 @ 4:50 am | delete
    An excellent lens with a lot of info about who is this guy behind "Poddys". Well done.
  • funwithtrains Jan 19, 2009 @ 8:53 am | delete
    I always enjoy your lenses, and glad to get to know more about you through this one!
  • rydigga Jan 6, 2009 @ 11:13 pm | delete
    Very fascinating thanks for sharing the story of your life. I'd like to visit the country of your birth since that's where my last name has it's origin.
  • nightbear Jan 1, 2009 @ 11:19 pm | delete
    So that is why you are the way you are. And boy am I glad. Great Job, Tony.
  • JaguarJulie Dec 30, 2008 @ 11:19 am | delete
    Tony -- Congratulations on 2nd runnerup Best Lensography in the 2008 Giant Squid Awards. Well deserved -- thanks for all of your contributions to the Squidoo community! Best in the new year for you and Deb!
  • Evelyn_Saenz Dec 30, 2008 @ 11:15 am | delete
    Congratulations on winning 2nd runner up for the best Lensography.
  • Dec 27, 2008 @ 7:39 pm | delete
    What great travel experiences you've had! and what a lensography--certainly makes me a bit jealous. Thanks for inviting me to add to your lensmaster lensography list!
  • Gandree Dec 21, 2008 @ 8:18 pm | delete
    Thanks for visiting my Gandree lens. Except for a brief vacation in Canada, I've never left the States. It's cool to hear what life is like in other places. Your story is long but interesting and I think it is still unfolding. Have a Merry Christmas and a good visit back home.
  • Nov 30, 2008 @ 4:58 pm | delete
    You are a busy one.
    Great lens
    Bj
  • CDT Nov 26, 2008 @ 9:37 am | delete
    WOW...what a fascinating life :D

    One of my earliest memories is of a lovely holiday spent in Sandbanks when I was 4...

    5* :D
  • alteredkat Nov 23, 2008 @ 8:37 am | delete
    Enjoyable read! 5*
    ...and thanks for commenting on my Shepherds Pie
    recipe lens!...I appreciate it! : )
  • awelldressedbullet Nov 21, 2008 @ 6:22 pm | delete
    Congratulations on your 2008 Giant Squid Awards nomination and good luck! - Kathy aka "Pretty Bullet"
  • pkmcr Nov 16, 2008 @ 10:58 am | delete
    Tony thank you for sharing so much of yourself through your personal story. I always find it humbling to get an insight into other people and you have certainly given us that!

    Take care

    Paul
  • Aldric_Chang Nov 15, 2008 @ 11:13 am | delete
    Hi Poddy, you've been to a lot of places! It was a pleasure reading your lensography. I also want to thank you for stopping by my >Man Made Marvels site which I recently gave an overhaul to.

    Anyway, 5 stars for your lensography!

    I've also set up a biography about myself here if you want to know more about me too.

    Kind regards,
    Aldric
  • totosmom Nov 13, 2008 @ 5:20 pm | delete
    Fantastic - I can't wait to visit the rest of your lenses and learn more! Great job! You may be my ne idol.
  • Evelyn_Saenz Nov 13, 2008 @ 8:39 am | delete
    Loved reading your story so far. I can hardly wait to come back and read the continuing saga.
  • TrixiJahn Nov 11, 2008 @ 10:08 pm | delete
    Nice to meet you Poodys...and such a great lens right off the spot...since it has to do with travel and family, Ill lens roll it to my Familiyties and Cairo ones...I want to make sure folk will find you.
    You get 5* from me for sure...look forward to your other lenses!
    Greetings from Germany
    Trixi
  • enslavedbyfaeries Nov 10, 2008 @ 2:00 am | delete
    Wow, you've been busy since I last visited your lensography! I just wanted to thank you for your kind comments. I think you are an amazing writer and your lenses are top notch material. Wishing you much success and wealth from you hard work. :)
  • ArtByLinda Nov 6, 2008 @ 9:00 pm | delete
    Hi Poddys, nice to get to know more about you on this lens, thank you so much for leaving congrats on the Kootenay Lake, BC lens that made LOTD, I really appreciate you! Linda
  • AndyPo Oct 26, 2008 @ 7:19 am | delete
    Another excellent lens (5*). I was certain I had read and rated this already, but I must have missed it. I have just published my 50th lens. I wonder if I will qualify for one of those Giant Squid T-shirts soon.
  • AndyPo Oct 15, 2008 @ 9:53 am | delete
    Excellent detailed lensography. I too am from England and I love travel.
  • Seth1492 Oct 4, 2008 @ 9:38 am | delete
    Poddy you have been one of the most positive and inspirational lensmaster I have had the chance to meet since joining Squidoo. I enjoy your posts on Squidu and find you to be a great example of loving life and being real. I really enjoyed going through all of your bio which is fantastic! I'm really glad you're part of this great community. Thanks for all your work...
  • chefkeem Sep 25, 2008 @ 1:20 am | delete
    I'm adding another SquidAngel Blessing to one of my favorite lensographies by one of my favorite lensmasters. It's good to know you, Tony!
  • CrypticFragments Sep 21, 2008 @ 3:58 pm | delete
    just saying hello... I love the Giant Squid shirt too, got mine and should add my photo in it!

    seeing what you're up to... looking forward to the works in progress getting completed
    ;)
  • vbright105 Sep 18, 2008 @ 9:04 pm | delete
    I just loved the lens, Tony! You sound a lot like me, with hardships being turned into humor! Love the Cowboy Picture. Threat aside, I'm giving it 5*
  • Sep 18, 2008 @ 12:02 pm | delete
    Please to meet you. You had a wonderful life, I love to travel too! :)
  • marsha32 Sep 17, 2008 @ 7:09 pm | delete
    nice to meet you! I found you here through gather while searching for hopefully help building at squidoo. Looks like I have a lot of work ahead of me to become a giant squid...a lot of thinking of what the heck I can even build lenses on!
  • tdove Sep 14, 2008 @ 9:09 pm | delete
    Wow great lensography. Thanks for joining G Rated Lense Factory!
  • EverythingMouse Sep 12, 2008 @ 12:47 pm | delete
    Great to learn more about you!

    You have been Blessed by a Squid Angel
  • harryfielder Sep 11, 2008 @ 1:58 pm | delete
    Hiya Poddys...Best wishes from an ex Islington man.

    Aitch, UK
  • Aug 29, 2008 @ 8:07 pm | delete
    Hi, Tony.
    Love the Giant Squid pic at the top. You look so proud!
    I never got around to telling you that your prize for finding the secret guest book was to be recommended to LOTS of other lensmasters and lensrolled on 17 lenses. Woo Hoo!
    Great Participation!
  • Spencer_Hawken Aug 29, 2008 @ 1:41 pm | delete
    Really enjoyable lens - Spence
  • Billco Aug 27, 2008 @ 1:31 pm | delete
    Good reading so far. The best lensography I've come across. 5 Stars.
  • kab Aug 25, 2008 @ 10:19 am | delete
    Just stopped by to give you a little love.
  • aj2008 Aug 24, 2008 @ 9:57 am | delete
    Great lensography 5*s - I lived in Dorrrrrset (prounounce with West Country accent) for awhile and know the Poole area quite well.
  • JaguarJulie Aug 20, 2008 @ 1:01 pm | delete
    Ah, dropping in to rate ye this afternoon, but found I already had done that! Hmmm, me, myself and I musta been here -- oh well, blessings my dear.
  • thrivingmom Aug 19, 2008 @ 9:49 am | delete
    I featured this lens on my lensography. You can check it out http://www.squidoo.com/thrivingmomlensography
  • inkserotica Aug 16, 2008 @ 2:57 am | delete
    Very interesting Lens! and I loved the photographs :) 5 Stars! xx
  • Williamnihillart Aug 15, 2008 @ 7:38 pm | delete
    Cool story, great collection of lenses here. You have a lot of interesting stuff to read, nice work!
  • WillKnight Aug 5, 2008 @ 10:32 pm | delete
    Gotta get me one of those t shirts mate. Oneday!
    Yes my 4 surveys DO work, have been using the same four for about 3 and a half years now. Free paid surveys generally are a waste of time. Thanks for your blurb big guy. Be seeing ya round.
  • WhippetTalk Aug 4, 2008 @ 3:00 pm | delete
    You look great in your Giant Squid T-Shirt! Psst, there a typo in your description "reachign."
  • Spook Aug 4, 2008 @ 8:10 am | delete
    A celebration of life, you sure have had your up's and down's and it's lovely to see how you have never given up and still retain your sense of humour. I'm impressed and the best of luck always.
  • spirituality Aug 4, 2008 @ 8:08 am | delete
    Your picture turned out just great. Mine - of me in the t-shirt had me squinting and one eye dropping... I decided against showing it to the world :)
  • bcarter Aug 4, 2008 @ 5:17 am | delete
    Hey there, congrats on your Giant Squid status. The T-Shirt looks great on you. I haven't taken a pic of myself in mine yet.
  • mulberry Aug 3, 2008 @ 8:25 pm | delete
    I vote that you keep the pic of you in the Giant Squid T-Shirt. I'm still checking back to read about the rest of your life!
  • The_Homeopath Aug 3, 2008 @ 4:05 pm | delete
    Looking good in the new threads!
  • GypsyOwl Aug 3, 2008 @ 1:29 pm | delete
    Just Saw your squidcast, and, honestly that shirt looks great on you! :D Congrats again.
  • StephanieManning Aug 1, 2008 @ 8:24 pm | delete
    Great lens! I almost feel like I know you now! great job!
  • starlitparlit Jul 31, 2008 @ 9:03 pm | delete
    I loved reading your lens. I would like to thank you for your critique of my lens. I love recieving comments. I find that any criticizm is constructive, it's all on the way you take it.
  • OhMe Jul 27, 2008 @ 8:14 pm | delete
    I enjoy reading your comments in the forum and wanted to see what all you had done. Wow, this is great. 5*
  • Teddi14 Jul 24, 2008 @ 6:46 pm | delete
    I finally got my lensography done enough to publish. Please check it out. http://www.squidoo.com/teddi I am lensrolling yours to mine. 5 *'s
  • ecogreenbags Jul 21, 2008 @ 7:44 am | delete
    Great work on this bio lens...your lenses are great!
  • Treasures-By-Brenda Jul 18, 2008 @ 11:54 am | delete
    Poddys, it was great to find out more about you here. It is amazing how you can get to 'know' someone online like this. Now, when you so graciously answer someone's question or leave a comment, they will be able to find out more about you.

    I like the way you've used the black blocks to highlight experiences -- the kissing one is quite humorous. They're like little 'snapshots' of your life.

    You've obviously thought a lot about your life...how about your life in a six word sentence for my lens, Your Life Sentence ~~ Six Word Quotations? I know you drafted one when you saw my lens and posted it somewhere -- I am sure once you post yours on the lens, others will follow!

    Brenda
  • WhippetTalk Jul 18, 2008 @ 11:31 am | delete
    I've always wanted to visit New Zealand. I made to Australia, but not to Qiwi land. I hope to make it over there someday. Great update Poddys!
  • EclecticWAHM Jul 14, 2008 @ 12:13 am | delete
    What a great lens! So nice to learn more about you. Congratulations again on becoming a Giant Squid. You most certainly deserve it!
  • MelissaLim Jul 9, 2008 @ 2:21 pm | delete
    Thanks for the generous comment and rating.

    It is always nice learning about other people and I love how this lens took me on an awesome and pretty long journey into your life, dreams, aspirations and travels, some of which I can relate to. It was fun learning where you grew up in and the places you'll later live in.
  • Janusz Jul 9, 2008 @ 1:09 pm | delete
    Great Lens from a GREAT Lensmaster.. I really enjoyed this page.. Well deserved Giant Squid aswell :)
  • poddys Jul 9, 2008 @ 5:58 am | delete
    Thanks for the lovely comments Laraine. I have the guestbook set to manually approve comments, so they don't appear immediately. I like to read everything and see what people wrote, rather than having to check all my lenses individually.

    Thanks for the lovely comment too Liz, much appreciated.
  • LaraineRose Jul 9, 2008 @ 2:16 am | delete
    This is the second time I have visited this lens. I thought I had left a comment -- sorry something must have gone wrong. I read all of your early history and am looking forward to reading more when you write it. Thank you for visiting my lens and the kind comments. Yes, I think that my Staycation lens is the longest lens on Squidoo! 5 stars, fan, favorite and lensrolled. All the best - onward and upward to 100!
  • Lizblueberry Jul 9, 2008 @ 1:45 am | delete
    Congrats on being a Giant Squid!! You certainly deserve it!!
  • LaraineRose Jul 9, 2008 @ 1:43 am | delete
    Wow, Poddy, you have some really neat lenses and I have enjoyed reading some of them. Thanks for your contributions. Thanks for stopping by and adding such generous comments. (Yes, I do think that I must have the longest lens on Squidoo.) 5 stars, favorite, fan and lensroll. All the best to you - onward and upward to 100.
  • poddys Jul 8, 2008 @ 9:57 pm | delete
    Thanks for all the lovely comments, and especially for the Angel Blessing Kim.

    I have been so busy working on new lenses to become a Giant Squid, that some of my incomplete lenses have fallen by the wayside. However, I am trying to get back on track, while keeping up with other new lensmasters and viewing new lenses, and keeping abreast of the many emails that flood in every day too. I'm also planning for the 100 Club, so ideas for 40 more lenses are in the pipeline...

    I hope within the next week I will be back on track and working on the next part of this lens. I have been thinking a lot about New Zealand, especially corresponding with Aussies and Kiwis on here and Stumbleupon in the last week. I think it's time for the saga to continue... Just sad I no longer have the photos from my trips 20 years ago. Oh well... I have the memories - and Flickr - but not the same as using your own photos...

    Be sure to come back and check, or to join my fan club so you get my Squidcasts.
  • WhippetTalk Jul 8, 2008 @ 1:39 pm | delete
    Who is Poddys? He's a really cool guy that is caring, helpful and has a fantastic sense of humor. A great addition to the Squidoo community! Thank you Poddys for being there for me and helping me along.
  • KimGiancaterino Jul 7, 2008 @ 1:13 am | delete
    This is a pretty amazing lens. I'm so happy to see that you made Giant Squid! My Angel Blessing to you.
  • johndilbeck Jul 6, 2008 @ 2:35 am | delete
    Hi Tony, I was ready to go with you to New Zealand until I hit the "to be continued" dead end. So, I'll have to wait awhile and come back. *grin* Great lens. Congrats on becoming a Giant Squid! JD
  • jasmineann Jul 4, 2008 @ 11:06 am | delete
    Wow! Fantastic lensography. Great to see all your lenses and get to know about you too :) 5 stars.
    Congratulations on becoming a Giant Squid :)
  • GypsyOwl Jul 3, 2008 @ 10:20 am | delete
    Congrats on making Giant Squid!! :D
  • Jimmie Jul 2, 2008 @ 11:16 pm | delete
    Poddys, wanted to congratulate you on becoming a Giant Squid. I'm in your same "Giant Squid Class of July 08." :-)
  • poddys Jul 2, 2008 @ 8:30 pm | delete
    Thanks for all the great comments everyone.
    I have been spending most of June working on new lenses, and adding them in here of course, but now I plan to catch up and try to continue with the next exciting (well maybe) chapters of my life.
    Lots more to come if I do it all in detail...
    And pictures to add as well - unfortunately I don't have most of my old ones - I had some great ones of my trips. It's not quite the same to use Flickr etc.
  • ArtSiren Jul 2, 2008 @ 12:06 pm | delete
    Awesome lensography! I can't wait for the next thrilling instalment. 5* and lensrolled!
  • enslavedbyfaeries Jul 2, 2008 @ 11:43 am | delete
    I'll definitely be back to read the rest as it's updated. You've had some very interesting adventures and it's great to know you better. Best of luck this morning as we wait for the Giant Squid news! With this fantastic collection of lenses I'm sure you'll be among the chosen Giants.
  • cherangelry Jul 2, 2008 @ 9:26 am | delete
    I love the new look you gave this lens! It better shows off each lens... (ps I can't wait until you fill in the part about your life in New Zealand! I hope to travel there one day and I want to know about your experiences!)
  • Kanga Jul 2, 2008 @ 4:08 am | delete
    This is such a great lensography/autobiography! You really do 'go the extra mile' Poddys! :-)
  • spirituality Jul 2, 2008 @ 12:55 am | delete
    Interesting story you got there. Nice to get more of an idea of the man behind the 'poddys' :)
  • amandaquerque Jul 1, 2008 @ 4:21 pm | delete
    Great lensography! You have inspired me to go a little further with mine when I get some time. Great read! 5*****
  • eccles1 Jul 1, 2008 @ 4:07 pm | delete
    Hello Poddy I really enjoy reading your story its so full of reality.. what made you move to America? and do you miss England? I always wanted to go back to London I was there once passing through only, can't wait to read more
    Thank You!
  • Tiddledeewinks Jun 28, 2008 @ 10:57 pm | delete
    Hi~
    I'm a Baby-Boomer, too. Born on the coast of southern Maine in the U.S.A. Times have changed since way back then, and the world seems smaller!
  • JaguarJulie Jun 25, 2008 @ 2:43 pm | delete
    Tony -- I finally found some time to repay the kind visits of so many including yourself! I am blown away by your awesome writings here ... and can't wait to read more and more! You know, thinking back to my first summer job, I worked as the manager of the pool refreshment stand at a whopping $.35 per hour. Wow! I earned enough to buy some clothes for my freshman college year. Thanks again for all your wonderful contributions! P.S. I just came from Best Buy!!!
  • rms Jun 22, 2008 @ 1:11 pm | delete
    Fantastic lensography! Nice to "meet" you.
  • debnet Jun 22, 2008 @ 4:33 am | delete
    Looking forward to your updates :)
  • ShannonC Jun 20, 2008 @ 10:54 pm | delete
    Great read, letting us into your life in an interesting way...I love how you got the name Poddy's...very sweet.
  • blue22d Jun 16, 2008 @ 11:56 am | delete
    Wow, Poddy, you have some really neat lenses to enjoy. Thanks for your contributions. I enjoy reading your history and thanks for stopping by and adding such generous comments. Five stars to ya.
  • plecostomus Jun 8, 2008 @ 9:44 pm | delete
    Poddys - I really enjoyed reading your biography, especially hearing about your local town growing up. Your writing style has a lot of character!
  • ElizabethJeanAllen May 25, 2008 @ 9:54 pm | delete
    You've added some more! Good job. I broke down and did a lenography. It turned out better than I thought it would.
    Lensroll to Busy Lizzy's Lenses
    Liz
  • The_Bard May 23, 2008 @ 6:31 pm | delete
    Great lens! Very interesting indeed. 5*s
    Glad to make your acquaintance. - Paul
  • beeobrien May 21, 2008 @ 9:02 am | delete
    Great story Tony. Nicely done. I look forward to the next chapter.
  • chefkeem May 18, 2008 @ 5:18 pm | delete
    Hey Poddys, you're an even greater guy than I thought. I've been following you around for a while here on Squidoo, and you have been very generous with your support for me. It is so great to get to know you better. Good luck with your hunt for the Giant Badge! *****
  • MCStylin May 18, 2008 @ 12:07 pm | delete
    Great autobiography and lens here Tony..Keep up the great work!
  • poddys May 18, 2008 @ 12:00 pm | delete
    Thanks BDKZ and everyone else who commented.
  • bdkz May 18, 2008 @ 11:29 am | delete
    This is a fantastic lensography! What a great storyteller you are!
  • CherylK May 16, 2008 @ 8:25 am | delete
    This is a wonderful story. I love your "ramblings" and I'm eager to visit your lenses...starting now!
  • ElizabethJeanAllen May 14, 2008 @ 7:37 pm | delete
    I need to do this but I HATE to write about myself. As I now have 54 lenses, I do need to organize them. Maybe this summer. I'll be back to read new segments as time goes by.
    Liz
  • blonndie1965 May 12, 2008 @ 8:27 pm | delete
    Love all your lenses - fascinating reading, great humor, important information... Looking forward to see what's coming next!
  • ChristiannaGarrett-Martin May 10, 2008 @ 12:09 pm | delete
    Interesting reading so far :) I stayed in Sandbanks one summer and loved it!
  • SPARAR May 9, 2008 @ 8:54 am | delete
    thank you for your comment on my lens, i am humbled by your Excellent lens portfolio...really impressive and very interesting too..i have lensrolled and favorited them all for you in the hope to help share them with the world

    all the best
    Glen
  • May 1, 2008 @ 11:24 am | delete
    Nice presentation for a "Who is?" lens. I enjoyed getting to know a little about you. Isn't this an awesome place to connect?! :)
  • Susan52 Apr 28, 2008 @ 8:53 pm | delete
    Looking forward to reading more. Get busy! :-) In the meantime, I'm lensrolling this bio/lensography to mine.
  • mulberry Apr 27, 2008 @ 6:00 am | delete
    Treffic reading so far, can't wait to see "the rest of the story"!

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Tony Payne is a freelance writer who lives on the South Coast of England with his wife Debbie.

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