Ian

Question 1

Where was Ian born?

Answer 1

Port Angeles, Washington, USA (hospital birth)

Question 2

When was Ian born?

Answer 2

December 22, 1976 at 3:52 AM

Question 3

Where and when did Ian go to college, and what did he study?

Answer 3

Linn Benton Community College in Albany, Oregon 1996-1997. Ian studied mathematics, music, and fulfilled basic requirements. (Did not complete any degree)

Question 4

How long did you date before getting engaged?

Answer 4

About 11 months. Officially in a relationship April 21, 2022 (Manila time) – Engaged March 26, 2023 (Manila time). (Unofficially in a relationship starting March 2022 while chatting.)

Question 5

When and where did you meet Ian’s family and which members did you meet?

Answer 5

Met son Ellijah in person Oct 9-14, 2023 in Manila. Met other family members on videocall starting April 2022 until present. Including: James Olsen, Katherine Olsen, Izzy Olsen, Zoe Ransom (niece), Willa Foss (niece), … others?

Question 6

What are Ian’s hobbies and interests?

Answer 6

Playing piano, playing chess, youtube content creator, science, hiking, swimming, watching movies, jogging

Question 7

When and where was Ian married and divorced. What is his ex wife’s name and why was he divorced.

Answer 7

Married in March, 2000 in Arkansas USA to Krista Swartz (maiden name). Separated Feb, 2004 in Okinawa Japan. Divorced in June of 2007. Reason for divorce was that Krista left Ian and was unfaithful, having a child with another man in 2004.

Question 8

What do you and Ian enjoy doing together?

Answer 8

Watching movies, hiking, sightseeing, singing, Karaoke, piano lesson, playing card game, travelling, swimming, dancing, silly jokes

Question 9

Describe Ian’s physical appearance: hair color, eye color, height, shoe size, weight

Answer 9

Hair - bald but brown when it grows, Eyes - blue/green, height - 5’11’’, shoe size - 10.5 (US), weight - 165 lbs (75 kgs)

Question 10

What is Ian’s racial background?

Answer 10

Caucasian (white). Ian’s ancestors came from Europe (Ireland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark)

Question 11

Tell me about Ian’s employment history.

Answer 11

Cashier at grocery stores in Lebanon, OR and Silverton OR (1995-1999).

U.S. Air Force (2000-2004).

2005 - 2008: worked at Borders (bookstore), Walgreens (general store) Hollywood Video (video rental), Safeway (grocery store)

Rite Aid sales associate (cashier and stocking product) in Silverton OR,
2008 - March, 2021 (13 years)

Target in Albany OR (general merchandise) collecting product for online orders
Jan-Feb 2023

Albany Eye Care in Albany OR, Feb 2023 until present

Question 12

Why did Ian stop working at U.S. Air Force, Rite Aid, and Target

Answer 12

U.S. Air Force – wanted to try something different and live in Oregon again

Rite Aid – had some savings and wanted to take a break after working through covid, also wanted to travel

Target – got a better job at Albany Eye Care (better wage and more hours)

Question 13

Name every country Ian has visited and when.

Answer 13

Canada (when he was a child only), Okinawa Japan (during his time in U.S. Air Force),
Korea (in airport only while travelling to Philippines)
Caribbean countries: Dominican Republic, Bahamas (Jan 2022 during Cruise)
Philippines (April 21, 2022 - Dec 12, 2022 and Oct 9-14 2023)

Question 14

Tell me everywhere that you know of where Ian has lived and when.

Answer 14

Sequim, Washington - until 1986 (age 0-9)
Siletz, OR – (1986-1992) age 9-15
Lebanon, OR – (1992-1998) age 15-21
Silverton, OR – (1998-2000) age 21-23
Arkansas (USA) – (2000) age 23

AIR FORCE:
Clearfield Utah — (2000-2001) age 23-24
Okinawa Japan – (2001-2004) age 24-27

Keizer, OR – (2004-2005) age 27-28
Portland, OR – (2005-2007) age 28-30
Lebanon, OR – (2007) age 30
Silverton, OR – (2007 - 2022) age 30-45
Taguig Philippines (April 21-May 20 2022)
Quezon City (May 21 - Dec 12 2022)
Lebanon OR (Dec 2022 - present)

Question 15

What is the make, model, year and color of Ian’s car?

Answer 15

2005 Honda Civic, silver color

Question 16

When and how did you meet Ian?

Answer 16

Began chatting March 2, 2022 (Oregon time, March 3 Philippines) and in person April 21, 2022 at Manila Airport and then staying at Taguig together 1st month.

Question 17

Tell me the name, birthday, address, age, occupation, of all of Ian’s children.

Answer 17

Ellijah Scott Olsen, born June 15, 2001, Live in Keizer OR (1 hour drive from Lebanon), works at Home Place Pizza in Silverton OR, in food preparation.

Question 18

Tell me Ian’s parents names, age, occupation, address, place of birth

Answer 18

James Richard Olsen, age 77, retired (commercial fisherman, truck driver), lives at 42195 Upper Berlin Drive, Lebanon OR, born in Seattle, Washington USA

Katherine Ann Olsen (maiden last name: Hadsell), age 68, housewife, lives at 42195 Upper Berlin Drive, Lebanon OR, born in Berkeley, California USA

Question 19

What is Ian’s religion? Is his religious belief compatible with yours?

Answer 19

Christian, nondenominational, believes in Jesus Christ and the Bible. Yes, I was raised catholic but am open to other denominations. I believe in God, Jesus Christ and the Bible, same as Ian and his family.

Question 20

What is Ian’s address, phone number, email address

Answer 20

42195 Upper Berlin Drive, Lebanon OR, 97355 USA, 503-559-6169, a314ian@yahoo.com

Question 21

Describe Ian’s living situation: who lives with him, how long has he lived there, how big is the home, describe the house and property.

Answer 21

Living with his parents, sister Izzy Olsen, Willa Foss (niece). Ian lived there since Dec, 2022. Large 2-story farmhouse (2500 square feet) with 4 bedrooms, in the countryside, 10 mile drive from Lebanon, OR, on 10 acres of land, with 2 car garage, 2 bathrooms, large barn, fruit trees, large garden, well water, wood stove and heating oil for heat. Propane for stove (cooking).

Question 22

How old is Ian?

Answer 22

47

Question 23

What is Ian’s job, salary, schedule, location, and job duties.

Answer 23

Optometric Technician at Albany Eye Care in Albany, OR, $18/hour, 40 hours/week, $37,000 per year, 8 hours per day Mon-Fri, 8AM to 5PM (1 hour for lunch), except 9 to 6 on Wed, prepares patient to see the Optometrist – checks pupils, eye pressures, takes pictures of eyes with instruments, asks questions about any symptoms, puts drops in eyes to dilate, administers color vision test, faxing correspondence to other medical facilities, answers phones, schedules appointments, prepares patient charts for doctor, sterilizes equipment, checks in patients at front desk for appt.

Question 24

Does Ian have any pets? What kind of animals are they, and what are their names?

Answer 24

No, but he lives with animals belonging to his parents. 3 dogs: black poodle named Otis, golden poodle named Ruby, white Chihuahua named Pip. 1 Cat named Felix. Also a few horses.

Question 25

What is Ian’s favorite music?

Answer 25

Classical music: Bach, Mozart, piano music
Pop/Rock: Beatles, Beach Boys, classic rock
Ian & Michelle’s special songs: Stuck on You by Lionel Richie, A Thousand Years by Christina Perri (and more)
Jazz piano: Art Tatum

Question 26

What is Ian’s favorite color and food(s)

Answer 26

Blue, lasagna, pizza, chocolate, adobo, berry pie

Question 27

What are the names of Ian’s siblings and their dates of birth?

Answer 27

Jamie Olsen (Oct 15, 1978),
John Olsen (Aug 25, 1982 - July 21, 2012), Elizabeth Olsen (Apr 11, 1990),
Anna Olsen (Nov 22, 1995)

Question 28

Where are Ian’s parents from

Answer 28

James Olsen was born and raised in Washington USA
Katherine Olsen was born and raised in California USA

Question 29

Does Ian have any living grandparents?

Answer 29

No

Question 30

How many siblings do each of Ian’s parents have?

Answer 30

James Olsen has 2 sisters, Janey and Judy
Katherine Olsen has 7 siblings: 3 sisters and 4 brothers

Question 31

Where did Ian go to school (grades 1-12)

Answer 31

Grades 1-3: Sequim Washington
Grades 4-8: Siletz, Oregon
Grade 9: Homeschool
Grade 10: Private Christian School in Lebanon, OR
Grade 11-12: Homeschool (correspondence course)
Received High School Diploma

Question 32

What was Ian’s Job in U.S. Air Force?

Answer 32

Weapons Director Technician
Monitored the radar screen to track all kinds of aircraft

Question 33

Does Ian have any nieces or nephews? If so, what are their names, how old are they and which sibling is their parent?

Answer 33

Ian has no nephews
Nieces:
Zoe Ransom, born 2005 (Jamie’s daughter)
Willa Foss, born 2007 (Jamie’s daughter)
Coming soon: Anna due in 2024

Question 34

Who are Ian’s friends?

Answer 34

Jeff Hays who lives in Florida (Ian was in a band with Jeff in 2005-2006)
Roger Benedict (Ian’s friend he likes to play chess with in Silverton, OR)
Jason Stone (Ian’s cousin living in Keizer, OR who he plays poker with)

Question 35

What do Ian’s siblings do for work?

Answer 35

Anna works at a Vetrinary Clinic in Myrtle Creek, OR (3 hours drive from Ian’s house)
Jamie has garbage removal service in Lebanon, OR
Izzy raises Appaloosa horses

Question 36

Are any of Ian’s siblings married?

Answer 36

No
Jamie is engaged to Tony
Anna has her boyfriend Taylor
Izzy is single and wants a man

Question 37

When did Ian live in Portland Oregon, and what did he do there?

Answer 37

Ian lived in Portland in 2005-2007. He worked at Walgreens general store and Hollywood Video Rental Store. He was in a band called Footnote Legacy with his good friend Jeff Hays.

Question 38

Where is Oregon? What is the climate?

Answer 38

Oregon is on the west coast of the United States. It is between Washington (to the north) and California (to the south). (Idaho is to the west.) The climate is rainy and sometimes freezing with snow in the winter. Summers can be warm to hot 80 to 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Its a dry heat. It has a lot of green plants, forests, and nice hiking.