John Picinic

Oldest of 5. 1st generation born in the US and raised in Fairview,NJ. Grew up playing multiple sports. Basketball (my fave), Football, Baseball,Soccer. Played in the AAU (American Athletic Union) for the state of NJ. Went to Nationals Tournament 5 years in a row, from 12-17years old. As a 12 year old was rated the 4th best player in the country. Went on to play for Bergen Catholic High School. Won 2 State Championships in Football. Graduated in '94. 1yr at University of New Haven. 2 yrs at Bergen Community College. 10/27/00 Mom gave me a one way ticket to Texas. Upon arrival I met with family friends, and new face (girl) at the airport. I knew once I laid my eyes on her I was going to marry her. When I told her that she did not want any part of me and frankly at that point in my life I couldn't blame her. I was persistent but she kindly denied. I did whatever she asked me to, I WAS IN LOVE. So finally she said YES! We went to Chapparel Resturaunt in Dallas over looking downtown for Valentines Day. That night she accepted and I was so excited. My first job was in with Couch Terrazzo in Fort Worth, TX. On 3/5/02 I injured my back at work and was left unable to return. I was on disability for 12 months. While out of work my wife and I decided to get married. We set the date for 2 years later to the day we first met 10/27/02. She married me without even having a job! This is when we became faithful tithers. 3/1/03 I founds a new carreer in the Car business After 6 months I got hired at a Mercedes Benz on my Dad's birthday 9/3/03. At MB I held 3 positions, PO Sales Rep, Internet Sales, Finance Manager. Had the second love of my life on 12/7/05 my AMAZING daughter Giada Grace. I never thought I could love anyone as much as her. She has now grown to be beautiful lil' girl. Great imagination. Which tells me that is a sign of intelligence. She loves to be out and about. Loves to swim and play Golf. She loves to shop, go to sporting events, and Toby Mac Concerts. She is truly the PERFECT child. Well mannered (my wife's teaching) very atheletic (my side). I give my wonderful wife all the credit in the world for raising our daughter. I have never met a more selfless person in my life. She would do anything for any of us. I am so proud of her! Thank you Shanna!!