Some bits and pieces of who I am. Also the very beginning of this whole process. Perhaps there will be a reciprocal self-reflection to bookend when this blog comes to a close? A lot can happen in 2 years. Anyhow…
Some top-level labels:
- Roman Catholic. Born and raised in the church.
- UW Alumni. Studied Mechanical Engineering.
- Kappa Alpha Order. Moral Compass of the Modern Gentleman.
Some hobbies/interests:
- Soccer. I’m tall, so goalkeeper it is.
- Skiing. Mostly happy in bounds.
- Hiking. On the “intense” side of casual.
- Dance. Salsa. Hip-hop.
- Politics. Civic duty much?
Some favorites:
- Crappy beers: Rainier. Blue Moon.
- Decent beers: Fremont Brewery Universale. 10Barrel Pearl IPA.
- Team: Liverpool FC. 6-time European Champions.
- Food: Cioppino (Italian tomato-based seafood soup, divine).
- TV show: Top Gear.
- Book: Undaunted Courage. Rich Dad, Poor Dad. Extreme Ownership.
Some skills:
- Catching chickens.
- CAD Modeling, 3D Printing and such.
- Speak Italian, Spanish.
- Bowling.
Some aspirations:
- Live abroad for at least a year (again).
- Business or law degree.
- Saltwater fish-tank.
- Ability to complete a Friday cross-word.
- Win a trivia night with a lot of competition.
Some conversation starters:
- Food. Types, quality, systems.
- Sustainable energy sources.
- Hot springs.
- Family cycling trips.
