Joe Capristo, Freelance Writer
Writer, certified massage therapist, licensed school teacher, ordained minister and reiki master, Joe Capristo, has studied martial arts since age of 10. Follow him on Twitter @TheShowJoe, and on Facebook.
Joe taught high school English in one of the toughest schools in North Carolina, where he honed his teaching skills. In college he studied literature, philosophy, and religion. He competed on the fencing team and taught martial arts to fellow students in his off time. In college he also deejayed for the school's radio station, annouced at sporting events, and worked as a tattoo/piercing artist.
Prior to public education Joe worked as certified massage therapist, and is a certified Traditional Reiki Master. He has been ordained as a Minister by The Church of the Subgenius and by Universal Life Church.
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Joe taught high school English in one of the toughest schools in North Carolina, where he honed his teaching skills. In college he studied literature, philosophy, and religion. He competed on the fencing team and taught martial arts to fellow students in his off time. In college he also deejayed for the school's radio station, annouced at sporting events, and worked as a tattoo/piercing artist.
Prior to public education Joe worked as certified massage therapist, and is a certified Traditional Reiki Master. He has been ordained as a Minister by The Church of the Subgenius and by Universal Life Church.
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Things to Consider when You’re Ready for Your First TattooA woman shares tips about planning your first tattoo, based on her own experience.
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First Person: Fighting Back After My Identity Was StolenAuthor relates his experience with identity theft, provides tips to recover and prevent identity theft.
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They Strike from Deep in the Sand55 word fiction about an adventurer's encounter with vampires in Egypt.
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I Remember when They Prayed to Me55 word fiction about a vampire's survival through the ages.
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She Liked the View Best in Winter55 word fiction. Widow Hastings is amused by her legendary status.
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It was the End of Project Valkyrie55 word historical fiction about the end of a German war hero.
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Folklore Never Tells You the Whole Truth55 word fiction about a very large werewolf.
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Sealing a Cave Can Be a Chore55 word fiction about a tool that makes the war on vampires much easier
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Its Ivory Teeth Gleamed in the Moonlight55 word fiction about the mistaken assumptions about a vampire's smile.
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His Greatest Victories Happened Inside the Lab55 word fiction about how most victories against vampirism happen in laboratories. -
Vampires Have No God to Speak Of55 word fiction about religion's failure to stop the progress of vampirism.
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It’s Not True Invisibility, but It’ll Do55 word fiction about how to use a super power.
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Paranormal Phenomena Aren’t that Hard to Explain55 word fiction about a criminal psychic.
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Oft I Think My True Love Doth Speak Too MuchA sonnet in the Shakespearean style. A lover's list of complaints.
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How to Write Your Own Shakespearean SonnetFollowing a few simple rules of format you can write a Shakespearean style sonnet of your very own. -
Do You Know What Fear Sounds Like?55 word fiction describing the terrifying call of the vampire.
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Some Prefer to Live Off the Land55 word fiction about the bush vampires of Africa.
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Arthur Goes to Cancel His Unemployment Benefits55 word fiction. Arthur is at the end of his benefits and the end of his rope.
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Bethany's SuspensionLovely 19 yr. old is suspended by her knees on steel hooks during display by Hold Fast Suspensions at the 17th Annual NC Tattoo Convention.
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December SestinaDecember is a time for good will regardless of beliefs or holidays.
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Out of the Fog600 word flash fiction, originally submitted to NPR's "3 Minute Fiction" contest. The theme was "Arriving and Leaving."
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Sex, Intrigue and Religion – a VillanelleA villanelle about the medias power over our obsession with sex, intrigue and religion.
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No Two Gifts Are Quite the Same55 words about the terrible powers of psychics
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There Are Better Ways to Savor Screams55 words about terrible revenge made of nightmares
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Vampires Don’t Want to Know You Better55 word fiction about a vampire stalking prey
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The Tanzanian Colossus Spider Hides Very Well55 word fiction about a terrible 8-legged predator
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480-359-4337 Latest Phone Scam Wants Your Credit Card Information480-359-4337 appears to be a phishing scam aimed at obtaining your credit card number.
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Where the Damned See in the Dark55 word fiction about the darkness of hell.
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Some of Them Go on All Fours55 word fiction about another type of vampire.
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While They All Slept, Clear of ConscienceA 55 word thriller about why you should think before you speak.
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And People Think that Romance is Dead55 word horror tale about a romantic dinner.
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The Chill of Death is All Around55 Word Fiction: Not All Vampires Are Like You Think
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While Debra Prepares a Mother’s Last SupperA 55 Word Fiction About the Horror of a Mother's Dutiful Love
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Lady, is There in Truth No Justice?55 word fiction about a woman accused of an international murder.
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This Time it is Not a DreamIn this 55 word fiction the teller discovers he is not having a dream.
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Five Examples of Modern Haiku5 Haiku on modern subjects: Computers, fast food, photographs, crosswords, coffee.
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Wood Carving Artist Otto Long Produces "Creatures of the Night" for Tattooed PeopleArtist Otto Long has become a One Man Attraction in the North Carolina Triad Area
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Tattoo Artist Mario Bell Creates Portrait Art that Looks AliveLook for tattoo artist Mario Bell if you're thinking about a portrait tattoo.
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A Fit of Amnesia55 Word fiction drama about a lonely woman and loss.
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A Survivor’s StoryA 55 word fiction describes the true horror of the vampire.
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Charging Something of Value is Vital to Careers in Health, Wellness and MedicineExplanation of how your work suffers if you do not require at least a trade offering for your services.
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Rueben’s Ongoing RecoveryA 55 word drama about drug addiction and taking steps toward recovery.
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Why I’m Afraid of Heights55 words about a tragedy that has fueled my phobia of heights.
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Sophie's Lament for Her Favorite JeansA funny, 55 word lament to a woman's pair of favorite jeans.
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Inspirational Bible Verses for Times of StruggleBible verses that inspire us in times of struggle, for people of any faith.
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Five Provocative Haiku About 9/115 provocative haiku that challenge the misuse of 9/11 for advertizing & legislation
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Another Day at the Adult News StandA 55 word comedy fiction about what to do when life hands you a talking vagina.
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It's One O'Clock and All's WellA 55 word scene about drunken college behavior.
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The True Worth of a Predator's SkullA tragic science fiction fantasy told in 55 words.
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The Ragdoll GirlA 55 word fairy tale about a living doll.
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Bill Tips More Than Just Twenty PercentA 55 word dark comedy about the absurd joys of waitress tipping.
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Granny Smith Makes the Best PiesA grim 55 word fable about the Pie Man and his Granny.
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Julie Exeter Wakes Up at Last, HungryA 55 word horror fiction, with themes of love and cannibalism.
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When a Gaunt Appears from the ClosetA 55 word fiction about a supernatural murder. Last of a 4 part series.
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The Kidnapping Case is Now a HomicideA gritty, fiction about a murder told in 55 words. Links to a 4 part series.
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The Desecration of Saint Lawrence CathedralA 55 word suspense fiction. Can be read as part 2 of 4 by following links.
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Sister Katherine Has an AdmirerA 55 word horror fiction, can be read as part 1 of a 4 part series.
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The Oops, I Did it Again KillerA bloody horror tale told in 55 words.
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The Star Wars Saga -- in 55 WordsA brief explanation and example of the "55 Fiction" format of flash fiction, using the well known story of the Star Wars Saga
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Perfect Ending, SpoiledA flash fiction horror story, written in a 55 Fiction format. A micro fiction of exactly 55 words.
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Chaos DanceA poem about seeking romantic or spiritual relationships from my upcoming collection "The Lost Journal of the Dark Star".
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17th Annual North Carolina Tattoo Convention Coming to Greensboro September 9-11th 2011Information on the upcoming 17th Annual North Carolina Tattoo Convention coming to Greensboro, NC Sept. 9-11th 2011
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Servare RepublicamSatirical variations on the American Pledge of Allegiance which reflect the greed, hypocrisy and secular law making that currently plague the USA.
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Space MonkeysAn extended metaphor poem, likening our daily lives to the fate of lab monkeys. From the upcoming collection "The Lost Journal of the Dark Star".
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Ordinary HeroesAn example of the tritina poetry format, on the subject of false heroes. Enjoy my first attempt at the genre.
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Verizon Customers and All Cell Phone Users: New Scam Uses Automated Dialer to Call Your Cell PhoneIf you answer a call from this number, or any call with this suspicious recording, DO NOT give your account information!
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Variations on a Haiku ThemeA lesson demonstrating how variations to punctuation and pronouns in a haiku produce different themes.
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Turn Off Facebook and Face RealityA villanelle poem about the dangerous effects of overexposure to internet social networks.
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Impressive Fireworks Displays at Local Baseball Games Fun for the Whole FamilyThe fireworks displays at NewBridge Bank Park, continue throughout August, and are an event worth seeing.
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It's Hard to Pick a Favorite MotorcycleIt's hard to pick a favorite out of my father's impressive collection of motorcycles that have come and gone during his 40 years of riding.
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Is the Tactical Flashlight the Ultimate Self Defense Tool?Professionals in the defense industry are embracing high-intensity, tactical flashlights as a safe and effective tool for self defense that can be carried everywhere.
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Greensboro Grasshoppers to host fireworks show July 4Head to New Bridge Bank Park for fireworks, after the Greensboro Grasshoppers take on the Kannapolis Intimidators.
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How William Shatner Taught Me to OvercomeA satirical recollection of being scared witless by "Kingdom of the Spiders", as a six year old, when I was the world's hugest fan of William Shatner, a.k.a. James T. Kirk.
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"Resident Evil: Afterlife" Achingly AverageThe latest installment of the wildly popular movies series falls flat. Too much content from a different in-game plot line damages the continuity of the films.
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Legislators Take Budget Battle to TwitterThe camps of GOP Majority Leader Eric Cantor and Democratic Senator Chuck Schumer are using Twitter to stimulate debate and sway opinion.
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India Defeats Pakistan in Cricket World Cup Semi FinalIndia defeated Pakistan in the ICC Cricket World Cup this week. Historically, the two nations are bitter rivals.Also published on:
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Biblical Inspirations for AtheistsOne need not be religious to be inspired by the words of others, whether fact or fiction.
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The Dust Brothers Know Tyler Durden, Do You?There are many reasons why the original musical score to "Fight Club" is a great album for fans of the film and music lovers alike.
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Petraeus Defends Continued Militray Action in AfghanistanGeneral David Petraeus will soon present President Obama with his recommendations about the number of troops, if any, that should be withdrawn from Afghanistan according to Obama's July 2001 deadline.
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Chat Roulette -- a Tale of Deadly Obsession Told Via ChatA cautionary stalker tale, told by reading the chat log of the victim.
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Releasing "The Phantom Menace" in 3D Will Be a Mixed Blessing for Die-Hard Star Wars FansIt will be unfortunately bitter-sweet if Lucasfilm releases "The Phantom Menace" and then most likely the rest of the Star Wars films in 3D, in what many fans consider to be the wrong order.
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The Dark Side of Oz - an Urban Legend RevealedSome say "Dark Side of the Moon" was specifically recorded to sync to "The Wizard of Oz". Observing the phenomenon myself I can say it clearly wasn't produced for the film; but there are many entertaining and interesting synchronizations worth seeing.
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20 Years After Rodney King Beating, LAPD Reforms Offer a Better Police Force, Better Community20 years after the Rodney King incident, the crime rate is down and community relations are up, but it is King himself who is seen in a questionable light and legacy.
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Education is the Key to a Brighter Future for the Earth and Its PeopleI promise to continue informing people on the topics of usable green energy sources. It is ridiculous to say that we have an energy crisis, when in reality all we have is a fossil fuel crisis.
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Iran Threatens to Boycott 2012 Olympic Games Over Racist LogoIranian officials claim that the 2012 Olympic logo is part of a pro-Israel conspiracy which insults Iran and other nations and degrades the values of the Olympic Games.Also published on:
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Best Place to Get Tattooed in Greensboro, North CarolinaJohn D. "Little John" Bury had a mission in the 90's, to raise the art and professional standards for tattooing across the city and the state. Little John lobbied local and state officials to ensure quality and safety for artists and customers.
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Ten Ways to Live Green and Reduce Your Carbon FootprintWe all know ways to live green, by reducing our environmental impact; here are some details to common steps you might not have thought of.
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Men's Guide to Using Bodywash ProductsWith two ad campaigns promoting body wash for men recently (Axe, Old Spice) it seems like a good time to test out several popular products and separate the men from the boys.
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Milan Stock Exchange Affected by Unrest in LibyaEuropean as well as American investors will see economic effects of the civil unrest in Libya over governmental protests.
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Colin Powell Calls for Answers Over Curveball's Misinformation on WMDsColin Powell, who famously addressed the UN on the possibility of Iraqi WMD, is calling on U.S. intelligence agencies to explain why he was never informed of informant Curveball's lack of credibility.
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Bobble Water Filter Bottle is a Super Product for Health and SavingsThere are a million options for carrying water while you're on the go. Bobble water bottles offer a high quality product that will save you time and money while keeping you well hydrated.
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Covering Ring of Honor with a Fresh EyeHaving never seen a Ring of Honor match, knowing nothing of the ROH wrestlers, I was invited to cover a recent live event. I am now an official fan of ROH, and highly recommend you see Ring of Honor live if it comes to your area.
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Ring of Honor Wrestling - a "Must See" Live EventI had never seen Ring of Honor Wrestling before attending a Live ROH event. As a three decade fan of Pro Wrestling I can tell you ROH live is more fun than WWE, the former WCW, and even classic 80's WWF.
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The Mixed Tape Film Series Returns to Finish 2011 SeasonThe Mixed Tape Film Series has a new venue and will continue in 2011 with a modified line up. Get details on showings and the new location of this popular film series playing in Greensboro, North Carolina.
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Biblical Inspirations for ProtectionDespite our modern and enlightened times hunger, greed, and anger motivate many people to do others harm. While it is fair to put our faith in God for protection, we must also help ourselves. Be inspired by these biblical verses.
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Superbowl HaikuSome haiku about the Superbowl. The yearly event that brings friends and family together to eat and watch TV. The event that ought to be a holiday, but isn't.
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Mr. C's Special Recipe ChiliMr. C's Special Recipe Chili is mild with a pleasant warmth. It has a pleasing bite, and leaves a subtle heat on the tongue but not the stomach.
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Dad's Chili Recipie -- Great for Your Sports PartyMy wife calls my chili "Dad's Chili" because my son loves it. Here is one of my wife's favorite of my chili recipe variations that we think will score at your sports party.
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The Mixed Tape Series Film Festival Promises an Affordable and Entertaining Night OutThe Mixed Tape Film Festival, in its third year, is a cost friendly and fun way to get out and see one of your favorite films with like-minded fans, or discover new friends or new film favorites.
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Become an Ordained Wedding Officiant Online Free of ChargeI chose ordainment online by the Universal Life Church, which instantly ordained me free of charge. Being ordained offered me the opportunity to begin my own ministry project online, and to visit with the sick and injured in the hospital when needed.
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How 'Blade Runner' Has Shaped My Love of MoviesThe re-cutting of the movie Blade Runner, one of my favorite films; has taught me the importance of comparing director's cut and theatrical versions of films.
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Make Your Own TRON: Legacy Identity DiscWith easy to find tools and materials you can make your own flying disc version of the Identity Disc weapon featured in the upcoming film "TRON: Legacy".
