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Eurotrash is dead

   Tue, November 27, 2007 - 11:00 PM
He’s been dying for some time, but I feel he is gone now. Eurotrash served me well in his time. I was originally given that name in the SEAL Teams. I had a penchant for trotting out in public areas in my speedo so naturally that no red blooded special forces patriot felt there was any way I could be a republican and I was probably bad for morale. Most SEALs loved it. Eurotrash once did a Physical Readiness Test in a speedo, striped knee socks and matching headband. He slowed traffic on the silver strand and brought his Executive Officer to tears. Eurotrash was also my code name while doing private contracting in Iraq. Nothing like hearing the radio blare “Eurotrash we’re taking fire on the roof and need you up here ASAP!”
Eurotrash followed me into the Burner community and into a set of garter belts. Most of you know that time of Euro. But that Euro is no more and I don’t see him coming back. As transformation has been pulsing through me I find it’s time to bring it back to the source and let go of Eurotrash.
For those who don’t know my given name is Jonah, pronounced Yona and it’s where I’m at right now. To keep things fresh and the enunciation proper I’m changing my DJ and tribe name to Yona. Come check out Yona DJing his Drum & Breaks sound New Years at Nexus.

Yours truly,

-Yona



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Tue, November 27, 2007 - 11:14 PM
Ahhh, forward movement. I'm all for it.

Euro is dead... long live Yona!... or at least until the next incarnation.

Big love to you, my friend.
Tue, November 27, 2007 - 11:15 PM
RIP Eurotrash.
Eurotrash was a fun guy. great dj, a rake and an adventurer.

Jonah, on the other hand is self actualized, focused, and much more intimate.

Remember how good david bowie got when he stopped being ziggy stardust and just played music as himself?

I cant wait til new years to hear my friend play.

Tue, November 27, 2007 - 11:43 PM
ET TU, ET?
Yeah, well, once I knew a girl who crushed the sh-- out of her foot trying to hide her nakedness from a Solomon Islander. I'll introduce her to Euro in the Bardo Dharmata.
Wed, November 28, 2007 - 12:11 AM
As someone who changed their name - I totally understand how names powerful in terms of how they create us and we them. It's important to recognize when we pass a sign post. It acknowledges what has gone before and what we hope to bring to the future. Some people get tattoos in that fashion as well. Sometimes to mark and remember, and sometimes to symbolize new direction.

Change is neither inherently good or bad - its just inevitable. Good luck on new directions - you deserve it.
Wed, November 28, 2007 - 12:13 AM
I love you Yona-Berry
Wed, November 28, 2007 - 7:13 AM
I luff me some Yona
Wed, November 28, 2007 - 7:54 AM
Love live LifeSaver!
Beautiful journey and I look forward to hearing the new sound.
Were/Are there services being held for ET?
Wed, November 28, 2007 - 8:22 AM
there is no need to wait for death for rebirth.
I've changed my name throughout my life several times, each signifying a very big shift in my life, finally arriving at a name that was given to me the minute I was born. Be who you want to be. Be at peace.
*just know that Yona sounds funny...but once again..you are a funny guy*
Wed, November 28, 2007 - 8:40 AM
I think this all sounds about right. Good for you dude.

R
Wed, November 28, 2007 - 9:03 AM
I think identities can coalesce around names... that way it becomes a presentation of who you are, not just a nickname. That's how it's been for me anyway. I'm looking forward to getting to know Yona.
Wed, November 28, 2007 - 9:07 AM
welcome back, Jonah.
Wed, November 28, 2007 - 9:43 AM
i met you as yona and could never get used to eurotrash, although i liked it, i like yona better...congrats on moving forward with direction!
Wed, November 28, 2007 - 10:27 AM
2007 has been one hell of year for change; glad to have you back with us... so long Euro
Wed, November 28, 2007 - 11:57 AM
you are so freaking amazing!!!!!!!!!! or mean
you got to be you this life you took it while another soul was missing the moment

can we have a funeral soon
maybe in the new year once your house is ready to be blessed
you know blessed with a funeral

fun for all

Wed, November 28, 2007 - 12:03 PM
I always wondered why you wouldn't use such an awesome and unique name. Change is good, even if it means returning to your roots.

hugz,

Vixx
Wed, November 28, 2007 - 12:17 PM
But of course...that was certainly inevitable. You are a beautiful soul and Jonah (Yona) suites you well.
Wed, November 28, 2007 - 2:24 PM
I never really got to know Eurotrash. I really like the bits of Jonah that I have had the privilege of meeting thus far. I look forward to getting to know Jonah better over time.
Wed, November 28, 2007 - 4:41 PM
OK....
I will call you Jonah but only if you still wear the speedos! Deal?
Wed, November 28, 2007 - 4:46 PM
Eurotrash had personal space boundary issues.
Yona doesn't.
I love you.
Wed, November 28, 2007 - 9:51 PM
Ahhhh-Time for a little ReAwakening! I'm so happy for your positive transformations!! I've been going through quite a few my self and It's so great to feel like me again!!!!
The year of the "Wheel of Fortune" is coming up, (it's my astrological sign)
so there will be some big changes Yona, it's going to be such an amazing time....
and
filled with so much magic!!!
Can't wait to hear your new beats!!
Wed, November 28, 2007 - 10:35 PM
You can't fool this smaty Pants!
This is a bunch of crap. And I just loooove how everyone sucks your big toe over this-- 'oh, Euro, whoever you are! We love you no matter what! Yona-- that's a BRILLIANT name! Your head must hurt after thinking up that one. You're so RAD!'

Gag me with a dreadlock.

The reason you changed your name is 'cause you got married.

I know what it's like over there. She's in the kitchen mastering one Martha Stewart dish after the next. Not to mention arts and crafts time. And you, Yo-Nuh, tool belt clad, giving the host of Extreme Home Makeover a run for his money.

Sweet. Great. Fan-FUCKING-tastic.

Love,

Voo-Doo-Doll-in-Hand, Most Dangerous Bitch in the O-C

...Amy Jealous Pants
Thu, November 29, 2007 - 12:55 AM
Pants Pants Pants. You snarky little bitch. The gloves are off toots and i'm gonna woop your ass next time i see you. Have no doubt, you won't like it as much as you pretend to like getting beat up in the sack. Prepare yourself.
Thu, November 29, 2007 - 8:17 AM
good for you brotha in that recognition of change. Yonah it is, I love you man


in metta,
awno
Thu, November 29, 2007 - 5:20 PM
goodness how refreshing... someone actually using their *gasp* REAL name in this community~! My god is that even allowed???
Sat, December 1, 2007 - 10:58 AM
i agree with amy
i heart you jonah and it is so awesome to be a part of your life, to bear witness to your transformation. You are euroclass.
Wed, December 5, 2007 - 5:04 PM
I never could bring myself to call you Eurotrash anyway. You were always Jonah.
Wed, December 12, 2007 - 11:16 PM
i thought your name was beef
Wed, March 5, 2008 - 12:05 PM
Good for you, mate.
Strange, but i always thought you were DJ Whitetrash, Thats cool that youve changed your name, but you'll always be trash to me.

love ya mate, kiwi.