How was your childhood growing up?
I had a pretty good childhood. Despite both my parents divorcing when I was 5, both were loving and provided a stable environment for me to grow up in.
My favorite movie when I was young was and why?
My favorite movie growing up was the Neverending Story.
Best advice you would offer your younger self?
Don’t sweat the small stuff, it’s not worth the stress.
What were you like in high school?
I was shy in high school. I did not go to a lot go parties. I was took photos for the high school yearbook.
Tell us about your first job?
I worked at a small mom and pop gift shop at the cash register.
Do you have any pets please tell us about them?
I have two cats. I have a black cat named Bella and a big fluffy tabby named Hagrid.
What chore do you absolutely hate doing?
I hate doing the dishes!
What is your strangest travel story?
I one time had to hitchhike in Bali because the bus I was on broke down. I got a ride by this family that spoke no English but they managed to get me back to my hostel.
What’s your favorite pet/s?
Cat
Who inspires you and why?
My mom inspires me. She is a two time cancer survivor and now she is an advocate for cancer research. She works tirelessly to raise money for cancer research.
How could you create more balance in your life?
I try to make sure to put my phone and computer away and focus on either mediating, reading, or calling friends and family.
List a few of your favorite things to do?
Reading, Hiking, Pilates
What’s the one thing you cannot live without?
I can’t live without books. I love reading!
If you could have lunch with one person alive or dead, who would it be?
I would have lunch with JK Rowling.
What are your guilty pleasures?
I love eating raw cookie dough. It is my absolute favorite!
What would you change about your job?
I would prefer to have less interaction with people.
Tell us about your current job/industry?
I work at an IT helpdesk.
What’s next for your career?
I don’t know yet. Still trying to figure that out.