Originally from the S.F. Bay Area. Attended University of California Santa Cruz, graduated w/ a BA in AM Studies. Took the opportunity to travel some: Mexico, Costa Rica, Tahiti, and most of the US. Lived in CA & HI. Has a love for the outdoors and sunrises. Former professional jobs to include but limited to EMT, Probation Officer, Travel Adventure Guide/Driver, Bus Driver, Travelling Salesman, Retail store owner, Backpacking Guide, Campus Tour Guide, Docent at a CA Mission, Substitute Middle School Teacher, and exotic bird handler.