Yesterday I was an actor, today I'm a broker, tomorrow...who knows?

I learned long ago that no one knows what life has in store, and best laid plans are in the end simply good intentions. It can be a bumpy ride at times, but thus far there've been more ups than downs and I guess that makes me lucky. I was a working actor for 4 years following college until life threw a curveball and forced me to join the ranks of the "gainfully employed." Over the next three years I've been working in finance, and I've found that this job compliments a side of my personality I never knew I had. I have no illusions that this is where I'll be when I'm old and grey however. I'm just excited to read the first line of the next chapter.

I can’t sit still. I'm happiest when I'm learning new things, honing new skills, and exploring new worlds. Living 10 minutes outside the city affords me the ability to never run out of new things to snag my curiosity. I love to explore the city. Just recently I caught a taping of the daily show, met an out-of-town friend for lunch in the empire state building, saw 3 short pieces as part of an indie film festival in the village, and ended the day with more friends at Barcade where we drank and played til the wee hours. Where else can you do that except in NYC?

Next up for me is learning to cook, exploring New York’s standup comedy scene and taking a creative writing course. I used to write quite a bit in school and I’ve missed not having a creative outlet which, for me at least, is very important.

One of my biggest passions is Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. For those who are unfamiliar, it's a grappling based martial art which relies on leverage and body positioning instead of size and strength. There is no punching, kicking or striking of any kind. Watching two masters roll (that's what we call it) is more akin to watching a well choreographed dance. It's almost poetic. You can find me there several times a week, along with many others who I feel fortunate to consider close friends.

Just trying to figure it all out, man. Isn't that really what each of us is doing, if we're being honest? I've spent time on either side of the aisle, but I'm in a good place right now and just focused on living and enjoying my life. I've got a good family and great friends who remind me to stop and smell the roses even if I get pricked by the occasional thorn.

Board Games / Video Games / Puzzle Games
Procrastinating
Giving Hugs
Spellling

I really wish I knew the answer to this...

Books: Classics, non-fiction, sci-fi, philosophy, occult, really anything done well.

Movies: I'm coming to realize that I can enjoy just about any genre as long as something is worth watching. Shawshank will always remain at least near the top of the list, as will other less main stream vehicles like Talk To Her. A recent favorite is Quentin Tarantino's Inglourious Basterds and next on the list is The Men Who Stare At Goats. As for TV, it's 30 Rock, It's Always Sunny, House.

Music: Anything that gets my foot tapping or me dancing. I have eclectic tastes, but I'll always have a soft spot for 80's music, no matter how bad it is. Don't look at me like that. You try hating the music you grew up with. See? Not so easy is it?

Food: Yes, please.

Internet
Caffeine in some form (Coffee, Soda, did I say Coffee?)
Outlets for self-expression
Sleep
Jiu Jitsu
Friend who make me laugh

EVERYTHING.
please someone shut my brain off.

More specifically though...people, I guess. What makes them tick. What drives them to do what they do, or not do. How to improve myself. Strategies for winning the lottery...I'll take suggestions for that last one if you have any.

Spending time with friends.

Sometimes I cry at sad movies...........yeah.

Any of this appeals to you, OR, if you happen to have found that jacket I left on the bus.