I laugh at myself...a lot. There are lots of subjects about which I know little (don't ask me to tell you anything about geography, history or sports), I'm pretty scatterbrained, my papers are always haphazardly spread about my office desk, and no matter how many times I drive to a place, I almost always still get lost (a client once said to me, "Katie, driving with you is like the blind leading the blind"-I couldn't really argue). After years of living with my own quirks and shortcomings, I've learned not to take myself too seriously in that regard.

On the flip side, I know that there are a few things I'm really passionate about and pretty good at. I've been really energized and inspired by the people I've worked with as a social worker-the resiliency I've seen in some of my clients has been pretty darn amazing, and they've taught me a lot about what it means to live deeply and creatively. I also love learning about other cultures--I'm fascinated by how context shapes who we are, and traveling really feeds that interest. My work as a social worker and World projects coordinator was a really nice blend between these two worlds, and it led me to pursue graduate degrees in public health and social work. I have a lot of drive to do well at the things the excite me, and that leaves me feeling o.k. about the things that I'm not so good at (perfection is boring!)

I'd like to be with someone who knows what he's passionate about, and has this same kind of outlook--a combination of confidence and a willingness to laugh at yourself (I appreciate a little healthy self-deprecation here and there). Sense of humor is a must (I love sarcasm)...and an interest in traveling would be a bonus!

I'm currently in graduate school, pursuing masters degrees in Social Work and Public Health, with a little bit of salsa dancing on the side.

Coffee
My Ipod
Porters and Stouts
Laughter
Running