I'm pretty new to living in NYC, but I've spent a fair amount of time here the past few years. I'm originally from the Boston area, but have moved around a lot, including the southern US (Georgia & Florida) and international stints in Brazil and India. Along those same lines, I've been fortunate enough to travel to a lot of different places and I plan to continue! Experiencing new cultures and immersing myself into them is a real passion of mine.

I'm very ambitious and take my career seriously, but always like to keep things in perspective. I tend to be pretty laid back and pride myself on not taking things, or myself, too seriously but feel there is a time and place for everything. I like to have a pretty organized view and plan things out. I have no problem winging it, but I think at least having an idea makes that much more feasible. (Kind of like setting high goals and if you don't reach them, you are still in a pretty damn good place vs. having no idea and just ending up, well, where you end up. That makes sense right?)

I have a good sense of humor, love to laugh and can be a bit sarcastic at times. I enjoy trying new things, especially food. A big reason why NYC sits well with me. And I like being outdoors - hiking and trails are a lot of fun to just have some quiet time to reflect and enjoy - esp if you can do it in an exotic/remote place.

Lastly, like most, I like sports and continue to play basketball.

Transitioning to live in the city, starting a new role at work, setting up my apartment. Getting ready for summer.

All in all, loving every minute.

I don't like to point out strengths, but: Traveling/adaptability (I've been in some pretty tight jams but always manage to get by), problem solving, using my people skills and maybe public speaking? I'm a pretty good cook too.

Weaknesses: Art/creativity - As a kid, I remember during art when we were supposed to draw pictures, I used to draw the same thing over and over, and it wasn't considered art. They actually had to get my parents involved because I had so little interest in the subject. However, I really find Dali incredible. And photographs of landscapes are awesome, such as night skylines of cities, snow-capped mountains, bright green grass/trees with storm clouds in the background, wildlife. (See, I do appreciate VIEWING it. Just not great at CREATING it.)

I'm also one of the slowest readers on the planet. It's not that bad, I just tend to re-read to make sure I got it right - i think its because i may be slightly dyslexic.

I've never asked.

Books: Michael Lewis & Malcolm Gladwell. Read a few John Patternson's, too.

Movies: Pulp Fiction, Casino, God Father 1, and the Departed are tops. I enjoyed Lord of the Rings at its time. I like a lot of movies.

Shows: TV is getting more and more difficult to watch. early 30 Rock, South Park, The Wire, Sopranos, Homeland . Nat Geo/History channel is a favorite. I'm very interested in ancient civ. Curb, season 1 of Arrested development & other stuff I don't need to necessarily sit and pay attention to.

Music: Outkast, Lupe, Jay Z - old school hip hop, jazz/blues, I like some house, reggae/island music (Bob Marley, Omega).

Food: Sushi, all Italian (Esp if it comes with red sauce/gravy), traditional Ramen, all shellfish, Thai, any kind of noodle, various latin american and other Asian, STREET MEAT!. I love food.

My passport
My family and close friends
Good, authentic foods to try
The gym
Chapstick
Sports (Basketball and Football are tops, but I like most)

Serial planner/organizer and what should I eat now?

Inviting friends over for a few, hitting a couple spots (bars, including wine-bars, or lounges - I'm usually not a big club guy). Or trying a new restaurant. Or taking it easy after the week. It all depends.

I dont know, Im kind of an open book. Ask away. I will share that in late 2012 I took a friday night to refile 2010 taxes.