Today marks the 24th anniversary of a great day in world history where one of the world’s most passionate, and unknown figures was born. He is a man of obscurity except to a limited number of facebook friends, but his influence ranges from Meadowcroft Lane to Harrisonburg to Scotland to Washington, D.C. Ladies and gentlemen, here is the history of my life…
Who am I?
Lee Brooks was born on March 27, 1986 in Rockville, MD at approximately 7:57pm. He was the first child to Joe and Paula Brooks, but was later joined by Robert Brooks 3 years later. Lee grew up with a small play group, and attended the exhilarating and memorable Camp Tiny Feet in the summers of 1990-1992. Lee and his neighbor Stefan, first formed the Meadowcroft Lane Gang around this time. This group would be expanded on the high school volleyball court later on. A product of the public school system, Lee attended local schools in the area, having never moved during his 24 years of life (except during college).
As he grew up, Lee had many aspirations of what he wanted to be when he grew up (none of which was a congressional staffer, even though he loves where he is now). They ranged from an astronaut, to a movie director, to an archaeologist, and of course every kid’s dream, POTUS. In high school, Lee played JV football, boys and coed volleyball, and served in SGA. He carried this SGA experience on with him to James Madison University, where he joined the centennial class and served in the organization all 4 years. Lee kept himself busy in college joining many organizations and keeping a challenging class schedule, with such classes as GKIN100: Walking and Jogging.
Upon graduation, he ventured across the Atlantic to attend the University of St. Andrews to complete a master’s degree in ancient history. Lee loves the Romans, and old walls. During this time, he traveled extensively throughout Europe and Turkey. After finishing the program, he came back to the New World in America to look for a job, and took an unpaid internship on Capitol Hill. The stars were in alignment, and after a few months of working for free, he was hired full-time. This is where Lee has been ever since. As a lifelong resident of the DC metro area, Lee loves the city more than any other, and in general thinks life is pretty awesome.
In the past, Lee’s birthdays have been held at Chuck E Cheese, Discovery Zone, his backyard, Garber Hall at JMU, Westport Village, and the St. Andrews Deans Court Common Room. His favorite color is blue, navy blue to be specific. He loves watching quality movies, reading about history, drinking beer out of a straw on occasion, spending time with the wandering blonde wine o, a good cigar every now and then, and just like every guy, he loves long walks on the beach at sunset. His life can pretty much be summed up and understood through John Mayer lyrics depending on the day. His favorite foods are sushi, pasta, nachos, and ranch dressing. He has a miniature dachshund named Fritz.
Well that is a glimpse into the life of one of histories most forgotten figures. Enjoy your weekend!
Lee, you forgot to tell them why you were named "Lee." A combination of the fact that you were born while Haley's comet was passing over and your great grandfather's middle name was Lee. Your father thought this was better than us naming you Hal or Haley. That your father is an American history fan and had listened to the "Lee's of Virginia" song 283 times from the play 1776 had NOTHING to do with it -- or so he says.
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