Pretty much everything you need to know about me has been provided for in the other fields, so this "self-summary" thing is a definite no-go, except by duress from the masses. I should tell you that I am rarely on this site... and by rarely I mean every few months I check my messages. But if you send me a message and seem like someone I care to talk to, I'll give you my contact info.

I am complex, selective, and an information whore

Working, going to school and enjoying life. I work at an energy efficiency consulting firm, consulting with builders about green building programs such as LEED and BIG and working with California utilities to provide energy efficiency rebates for builders participating in the California New Homes Program. My company has just decided that they're going to create a new department dedicated to these rebates, and I'm the head of it... yet I don't live in California. I'm also attending college in pursuit of my Master's degree.

Creating things, debating, role playing, writing, insulting, problem-solving. I also like to disrespect your autonomy. It's basically my favorite.

I've gotten many comments about my eyes, my grin, and my confidence. People also like to ask about my heritage, most of them being completely unable to tell 'what I am.' It's great watching people try to wrestle with a PC way to ask me about my race. Upon first meeting me, people often think I'm very cold or cruel--until they get used to my sense of humor. I can't tell you how many people tell me their first impression of me was that I'm "really mean" or "intimidating" (WTF) only to find out later that I'm sarcastic and really unusual. And of course people note my height. I'm pretty short.

At the risk of sounding girly and immature, my favorite book is "The Last Unicorn", by Peter S. Beagle. It's such a gorgeous, timeless story, and I adore the writing style. His other books and compilations are just as memorable and refreshing. My favorite movies are "Spirited Away", Tampopo and "Hero." Music... hmmm. Mostly rock--classic, metal, and indie. My favorite album is "By The Way" by the Red Hot Chili Peppers. I also love the Foo Fighters, Muse, and Cake. That's not a complete list by any means, but oh well. As for food... I love rich, complex flavors and light, interesting ones like lavender and rose. But not raw tomatoes. Ever, ever, ever. ::shudder::

Showers, food, water, shelter, stimulating conversation, and romance. In no particular order. If there were an option #7, I think I'd have to put video games.

My future.

There is no such thing as a typical Friday night.

Um. Nothing. I'll tell you things if I like you.

You're sweet, articulate, interesting, and fun to talk to. I love intelligent conversation, but that doesn't mean you need to compile an academic program for me--I'm a student, I can get that any time. If that's really your thing, though, I'm a big fan of passive solar design. ALSO: please do not message me if you are looking for a relationship or someone to flirt with. I'm married to the man I love and I assure you, I am not even remotely interested in anyone else. I DO NOT respond to woos, etc., regardless of whether you seem like someone I could like. If you want to befriend me, message me. If you want to hook up, seek someone else.