i speak the following languages English

defining moments / milestones Moving to Chicago! I think my life changed for the better when I moved here. There are so many opportunities and much to explore. The world is my oyster.

my travels have included Nothing further than Canada. I'm working on it though. I'm thinking about making Tokyo my first trip.

the speed my life moves at active

currently, you could best describe me as worker/skilled laborer

awards / recognitions None yet unless you count my degree, but I'm working on it.

about my career I am in the Administrative Support industry which I am thankful for. I suspect I'll be part of the industry for the next few years now. I want to build my career and my brand with a slow and steady hand. This really gives me stability in a fast-paced, new

people who've had the biggest impact on me Both my immediate and extended family for my inspiration and my husband for awkening, once agian, the ", Get-up-n'-go", in me.

favorite movies Pollyanna, Polly (w/Phylicia Rashaad) the Parent Trap, Auntie Mame, Ocean's Eleven, the Imitation of Life, Igby Goes Down, and a bunch of others I can't think of right now

favorite TV shows Roseanne, the Cosby Show

favorite music Neo-Soul, R&B classics, soft rock, pop alternative

favorite sports Ummm ... yeah. Moving on...

favorite books The Count of Monte Cristo, Orwell's 1984, The Scarlet Ibis, The Devil in the White City, the Great Gatsby

favorite magazines Metropolis, Dwell, Contract, Interior Design, Suede, Print

indulgences / guilty pleasures Sunday morning flea market, Churros, real Mexican tacos, seafood, garage sales and diy.

when I'm not working I enjoy Sewing, Painting, Drawing, Urban Exploration and the occasional good book

other interests Anything Indie. I love independent movies. I also enjoy alternative entertainment like performance art or exhibits.