Name: Travis Collins Nickname: Trav, Sweetheart (by his fraternity brothers) Age: 24 Birthday: November 21, 1983 Sexual Orientation: Heterosexual Status: Single Job:Photo Studio, Fun Bar, and freelance photographer Religion: Agnostic Chronic diseases and/or disorders: Colorblind Allergies: Bees Smokes: No Drinks: Occasionally (Despite his size, he's a bit of a lightweight) Illegal drugs: No College: Graduated in May 2006, majored in Photography Glasses or contacts: Neither Left or right handed: Left Favorite feature: None Least favorite feature: Nose Worst habit: Drinking for the wrong reasons Biggest fear: Either never meeting his dad or meeting his dad and being rejected Greatest strength: Willing to do anything for anybody Biggest weakness: Tries to do everything for everybody Most common misconception about him: That he never gets angry Responsible Driver? Yes
The Meaning of his name
Travis - To cross over
Collins - Holly
Appearance
Travis is around 6'4 and has hazel eyes. His brown hair is at the awkward in between stage. He pretty much keeps it that way, because he doesn't want his hair too long or too short. As he's more interested in being behind the camera than in front of it, he doesn't care much about his looks. He usually just throws on a t-shirt and a pair of jeans. Even though he doesn't care about what he wears, he still cares about hygiene. He doesn't have any tattoos or piercings, but his sister is trying to talk him into getting a tattoo with her. While he was never really the athletic type, he does have a few scars on his body from sports and random falls when he was a child.
Outfit for 7/3/08
Personality
Travis is the type of guy who trusts people unless they give him a reason not to. However, once you cross Travis the wrong way, it can sometimes be hard to win his trust back. He believes in that saying - "Fool me once, shame on you. Fool me twice, shame on me." In all of life, he tries not to make the same mistake twice, and that goes for his personal relationships as well. How hard it is to win back his trust is based on how badly you burned him.
He can be kind of shy and at times fumbles over his words. But once he gets to know you, he usually comes out of his shell. He usually drinks a little to assist him in that, because he hates being a wallflower. He loves to meet people, but sometimes lacks the self-confidence that's needed to actually get things rolling. He's very accepting of people and doesn't like to judge based on stereotypes. He prefers to let his experience guide his opinions.
As a child, Travis was always the shyer twin. He took longer to speak, because Riley would usually speak for him, or coach him as to what he should say. Despite getting involved in sports, he never fully got excited about them. He enjoyed playing, but he just didn't got really competitive like the other kids seemed to get. He was happy just playing, no matter how concerned his mother grew that he wasn't 'normal'.
In school, Travis was content being the quiet kid in the back of the class. He had a small group of friends. It wasn't until college when he began to drink socially that he started going to parties more often and socializing more with people.
Though his grades weren't excellent, he did behave and he usually tried to do well in school. It was for that reason that - since the twins were separated throughout school - most teachers hoped that they would get Travis. While he received some help from tutors, most of his accomplishments are due to his own hard work. However, at times he's known to overextend himself, especially when it comes to helping others. He has a tendency to become a doormat and a pushover.
The Collins family consists of Ripley Wyatt, Nicolette Collins, Nick Collins, Riley Collins, and Travis Collins. Ripley and Nicolette were childhood friends who began dating when they were in middle school together. Everyone thought that they would be together forever. That seemed like it was going to be the case, until Nicolette became pregnant with twins. Apparently Ripley wasn't ready for that, and he broke things off with her. As they hadn't been married at the time, Nick has her last name, and by the time that the twins came along, Ripley and Nicolette were no longer together. Nick holds resentment towards the twins since he sees them as the reason his father is no longer in the picture.
When they entered college, Riley and Travis lived on campus - in separate dorms, of course. However, once they graduated they decided to move into an apartment together. Riley wanted to move far away from their hometown, but Travis wanted to stay nearby. They were going to split up eventually, but Riley decided that she'd stay in their hometown, at least for the time being. She was planning on moving out May 2007, one year after graduation, but she is now waiting until she gets another job.
Even though his father left the family before he and Riley were born, Travis still wishes that he could have known him. If he had stayed, then not only would have have a dad, but he'd also have a biological older brother that didn't hate his guts.
Travis loves his mother very dearly, but doesn't feel totally at ease around her. He appreciates the fact that she didn't abort him and Riley or give them up for adoption just to keep her boyfriend. However, he feels really bad for her that she had to raise three children on her own while she worked.
Travis loves Riley even though her nagging and bossiness can get on his nerves sometimes. As much as he enjoyed living with her, he was glad when she moved out.
Travis always got along with Kaitlin when they were kids, even if she was closer to his sister. He's glad to have her back in his life and enjoys spending time with her.
Relationships with other characters
Bliss Adair - When Bliss first hung out with Fletcher, he offered up Travis to work on her garden. Travis was a little confused by why Fletcher would suggest him instead of just doing it...until he took the time to think about it. He certainly didn't mind helping, especially after meeting her. He think she's really sweet and feels comfortable around her since she isn't intimidating. Over the months they've known eachother, they have become friends, beginning to hang out with one another.
Ren Alden - One of Travis's frat brothers. Due to Ren's intelligence, Travis was sometimes tutored by him when they weren't partying. He is sometimes intimidated by how outgoing Ren is.
Scott Archer - Scott is one of Travis's best friends. He's known him since he was a Sophomore in high school. They played a lot of sports together and got along really well. Though JJ was still his best friend, Scott was Travis's best friend at school. One night when drunk, he was tricked by Ashley into making out briefly with Scott. He found that out a few days later when he developed the film and saw the pictures that Ashley had taken. At first, he was unable to be around Scott, but has since gotten past it, attributing it to them all being drunk (and Scott and Ashley being high as well).
Grayson Cleyburne - Knows him as a customer of the Fun Bar, but moreso because the guy knows Scott. Got to know him a little better when he went out with Cole, Fletcher, and Ethan. Since the guy defended him and was so kind to him, Travis respects him and likes him even more than he did before.
Farrah Covington - Travis doesn't really know her that well as she doesn't seem to usually be home when he goes over Micah's house. However, from what he does know of her, she makes him extremely uncomfortable. She asked him to take photos of her, and so he has plans to do that with her.
Cassandra Davis - Micah's fiancee. Travis knows her from hanging out with Micah and the girls at Micah's old house. He's happy that she and Micah are going to be getting married soon and hopes that the relationship lasts. He appreciates the fact that she tries to make things comfortable for him when he feels awkward.
Filo Felvish - While drunk with Fletcher, he got kicked out of the arcade. He doesn't really know the guy other than that.
Ryan King - Travis knows him through his sister, but also from Ryan bringing his daughters to the Photo Studio to have photos taken. He was volunteered by Riley to watch the girls if Ryan ever needs a babysitter.
Jeffrey Lewis - Micah's dad. Travis met him when Micah was in the hospital after his car accident. Travis thinks the man is very scary and intimidating. Jeffrey's made him fear that meeting his dad might be just as uncomfortable, nerve-wracking, and disappointing. He hopes the man is warmer to Micah.
Micah Lewis - Travis works at the Photo Studio with him. As he's serious about photography, he likes that Micah is also serious about it. However, Micah's passion and intensity for photography is a bit intimidating and makes him feel like he's not really up to Micah's level. He enjoys speaking to Micah though and hangs out with him now and then. They were childhood friends, but lost contact once Micah started high school.
Fletcher Montgomery - Travis met Fletcher when he went off to college and Fletcher forced him to join a fraternity. At first he was nervous about how crazy and outgoing the frat boy was. But the more Travis got to know him, the more he liked him. Fletcher helped him to open up a little and enjoy his college days. He also introduced him to liquor.
Rylee Romsland - Travis met her when he helped Fletcher take her food shopping. He has sinced learned that she is the girl that Fletcher cheated on Maddy with. He thinks it's odd that she and Fletcher are dating, but hopes that things work out for the two of them.
Miko Ronin - Knows her as a customer of the Fun Bar. She seems different and mysterious, but he hasn't really gotten to know her besides that.
Natasha Simons - Travis knows her from the Fun Bar and from the Ocean View. He think she's really sweet and enjoys the fact that she picks on Fletcher (especially when Fletcher picks on him first).
Alexander Stone - One of Travis's old teachers. Travis always enjoyed the man's classes, though sometimes he became nervous when Alex would choose students who didn't have their hands raised. He's thankful that he didn't really get called on in that class much.
Sarah Williams - Knows her mostly through his friend Scott. Though they don't hang out (unless they both are at the same Green event with Scott), they do chat when they see eachother around town.
Jonathan Zimmerman - Travis really only knows him from seeing him a bit in church when they both used to go. He basically knows him as a guy his mother talks to.
Relationships with NPCs
Kenyon Chang - One of Travis's frat brothers. Travis enjoy talking sports with him, even if he knew that Kenyon was way more into sports than he was.
Shaun Hamilton - One of Travis's frat brothers. Since they were in the same year, Travis found it easiest to speak to Shaun and was the frat brother that Travis felt closest to.
Connie Lindaugh - Travis knows her through Scott. He doesn't know Connie really well, but she seems nice. Has only met her when she comes over to hang with Scott.
Adela Martinez - He met her when they were both in JJ and Geri's wedding. They had fun at the reception and they have seen eachother at Sullivan gatherings, but they have never hung out with just the two of them.
Charlotte Miller - His friend Scott's sister. He first knew her from when he was little, because she dated his friend/babysitter. Since he and Scott were close in age, Charlotte and JJ would bring the them out to different places together.
Gabriel Parker - Travis doesn't like Gabriel. Part of it has to do with how condescending the man is with the people in Pleasant Port. In particular, he has a problem with the way that Gabriel has treated JJ.
Max Perry - One of Travis's frat brothers. Since he was the pledgemaster, Travis found it a little harder to get comfortable speaking to Max than the others.
Ariel Reed - When Travis first met Ariel, he thought she seemed pretty nice. However, that feeling increased once she began to bake him things. At first he felt bad taking them, but he soon realized that he was doing her a favor by trying things out. After that point, he didn't mind trying out her recipes. In fact, he loves the way she cooks and looks forward to the times when she has something for him to eat. While he won't harrass her for things, he does appreciate it. After an awkward night in April together (along with her ex-girlfriend), they were dating.
Miles Winfield - Travis thinks the guy is intimidating and nice at the same time.
Sam Woodstoves - A neighbor of his. He chats with her when he sees her in the hallway. He's very embarrassed, because Riley isn't as polite with the woman. Travis enjoys his chats with Sam.
Agnes Zimmerman - He knew the woman from when he went to church, but usually just stood to the side while his mom spoke to her. Attended her funeral when she passed away.
Other Characters speak about Travis
John Sullivan: "I've known Travis for a long time now. I used to babysit him and his brother and twin sister. I really think of Travis as half my younger brother and half my son. He is one hundred percent my friend though. I love the kid."
Geraldine Sullivan: "My Travi baby! I've known him for about seven years now and I feel like he is my little brother. He's just a doll! I love to watch him and my husband interact...SO CUTE! I hope any kids I have turn out as good as Travis did."
Oliver Gordon: "Travis is too good to don't be into the church community. I know it sounds evil, but I have to drag him in there. It's not a selfish act, I mean... I'm sure God would thank me for this. After all, the church needs more guys like him".
Scott Archer: "For a kid who had to repeat kindergarten, he's pretty smart." (As a note: Travis did not repeat kindergarten; he just started school late due to his birthday.)
Fletcher Montgomery: "I'm waiting for the day he becomes famous, because I've got some blackmail photos."
Leah Morgan: "Damn good lay, too bad he's such a asshole. I'd probably have sex with him more often." (she is actually talking about Fletcher who told her his name was Travis)
Dana Jenkins: "He probably thinks I hate him, which I don't. I just don't like talking to anyone at work."
Elizabeth Hall: "Such a kind young man. Bit quiet..but beneath that I can tell he's got a heart of gold, and I'm so grateful to him for opening that heart to me on a day I needed a little extra help."
Ashley Hodge: "He's a friend of Scotties. I think he's supposed to take my picture sometime. Seems really nice, kind of shy. I should introduce him to Maddy."
Nicolette Collins: "I'm glad I raised him to be a considerate and polite young man. I just wish he had more confidence."
Ariel Reed: "Um...he's my friend. My recipe guinea pig. And so... Well. He's my friend. I trust his judgment completely. And he's... Why are you asking me again?"
Riley Collins: "He's a dork. Hey, I have to say it. He might be taller than me, but he's still my little brother."
Life
Activities: Taking photos, hiking, fishing.
Likes: Meeting people, trying new things, listening to music.
Dislikes: Being the youngest, some social situations, being the center of attention.
Favorite film: A Christmas Story
Favorite quotes:
"Until I get some evidence one way or the other which is compelling to me, I'm going to have to remain an agnostic." - Robert James Lee Hawke
"The person who admits that he does not know, is consequently open to learning." - David E. Trueblood
If you want to win his heart, you have to be: Self-respecting
3 things he can't stand in girls: Promiscuity, Arrogance, Fakeness
Does he believe in love at first sight? No
Virgin? No
When did he lose his virginity? At age 19 while drunk at a college party.
For him, love is: Rare
For him, sex is: Scary, but is starting to feel more comfortable with it now that Ariel has helped him to see it as an act of love instead of a drunken activity.
What makes you...
...Joyfully smile? Taking photos.
...Laugh out loud? I try not to laugh too loud. I don't want to be obnoxious, but I can't help laughing out loud when I get tickled.
...Get on the dancefloor? Lots of alcohol and/or a really persuasive friend.
...Hide in the corner? Embarrassing situations.
...Cry your eyes out? Death and thinking about my dad.
...Lick your lips? Pizza.
...Get on your soapbox? Nothing.
...Blow your top? There isn't really much, but, I guess people who disrespect my family or friends.
Travis hopes to someday get in touch with his father. He keeps a box in his room of information he's researched on his dad and letters that he someday hopes to send him.
Due to his father abandonning the family, Travis is afraid of committment because he's afraid if he's put in the same situation, that he'll react the same way.
Travis has always wanted to learn to play a musical instrument, but he never tried because his mother told him that he probably wouldn't be very good.
Travis has never had sex while he was sober. He's always been afraid to take that step. Another reason he's afraid is because he's not sure he'd know what to do if he was sober.
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