I am optimistic, witty, and calm.
My Self-Summary
I'm a Canadian expat engineer finding the good life -- and more to
the point, allowing it to find me! Its been there the whole
time...
I believe the best in people, and I'm seldom surprised. I like to
have good, fast-paced conversations over
coffee. I have no problem changing my
mind and I enjoy testing ideas out loud. I like to try new things.
I like
inline
skating and
running, dislike baseball, like
hiking, no longer
wish I understood chess, like
cartoons, detest paperwork.
I keep in constant touch with my friends and family back home.
What I’m doing with my life
A huge French conglomerate bought our Canadian high-tech, and I got
a contract in Paris. Now I'm here indefinitely.
I like to hang out in the most beautiful city in the world and eat
great food. The good life isn't about money -- Paris is one of the
most expensive places I've lived in, but it's the simplest and
least expensive stuff that makes it worthwhile!
In the interest of cultural exchange, my current goal is to
introduce every French person I've ever met to The Sunday Brunch.
Of course, there's nothing wrong with a croissant and bowl (?!) of
caf� au lait, but one mustn't forget one's roots.
I’m really good at
I use to invest far too much self-worth in my job (and I do a good
job, holding my own in the crumbling world of hi-tech research). I
like to think I have a better balance these days.
I really know how to use your computer -- and I'm delighted if
you're technically superior to me.
The first things people usually notice about me
I'm nice. So damn nice. And polite too. Your parents will like me,
and we'll probably exchange Christmas cards. Even when I'm wickedly
catty, I'm kind of nice about it.
My favorite books, movies, music, and food
I really like reading in French -- even stupid and trivial sci-fi
seems more dramatic. I really like Daniel Pennac, but dislike
Camus.
The Royal Tenenbaums -- I was surprised at how sensitive and clever
it was.
At the moment, my MP3 player tells me that my highest played groups
are The Eels, Alabama 3, The Beautiful South and Belle and
Sebastien. I'm actually a bit surprised...
I eat everything. While I enjoy restaurants, I love eating with
friends (my place or theirs).
The six things I could never do without
Metro pass. My man bag. My email. Thanksgiving dinner. My best
friend.
On a typical Friday night I am
Recovering from the work week. I frequently have guests from
overseas, so we'll go out to do something relatively calm in the
city (usually pub, seldom club).
The most private thing I’m willing to admit here
I think small towns are unironically and sincerely chic.
You should message me if
you're in the mood for a friendly chat. I'm looking forward to it!