Just so there aren't any unpleasant surprises or disappointments, I want to upfront about a few things. I don't shave my armpits, and I usually don't wear makeup - only for special occasions.

Now that that's out of the way, a bit more about me: I moved to SF recently for a job that I'm passionate about. Working for a solar company's been pretty challenging, but I love it and feel lucky to be there. I left LA, where I grew up partly and felt comfortable in, but it feels like the right move so far. It doesn't hurt that SF is so fun and beautiful and interesting. I've also lived in a few other places, and that's played a big part in shaping who I am. Lesotho occupies a special place in my heart.

I'm also drawn to different cultures and enjoy hanging out with different groups. I think I'm pretty easy going, though I'm passionate about certain things (like solar) and there are lots I want to do with my life. Now more than ever, I value relationships and experiences over places and things. I don't need reminders to not take myself too seriously. If you could see the trail of blunders and instances of foot-in-mouth, you'd understand.

I'd love to meet someone to share some laughs with. I don't have a type or lots of criteria, but it'd be great if you're genuinely nice, generally positive and someone I can talk to about silly and serious things. If you're in any way concerned about people/society/causes, that would be a plus. Hmm, now it seems I do have a bunch of criteria, but these are just some thoughts really. Ultimately, I'm looking to connect with someone on a deeper level, while being a little silly.

Trying to be there for my family (sister, bro-in-law, nieces, parents) while not being there physically. Trying to do the same with friends in faraway places (not the same city = faraway places)

Surfing most weekends - one of the best things I've picked up in so many ways.

Making people laugh. Ok trying to make people laugh, but it seems most people at least laugh a little, smile even, if you're trying. And I think that's enough.

Spending lots of time outdoors. Enjoying the indoors. I like both.

Trying to fix some things I don't like about myself as much.

Building solar farms.

Judging character.

Looking like jail bait. I do look pretty young.

I look pretty young.

I'm going with restraint - just one in each category because I could be here all day.

Book: Mountains Beyond Mountains

Movie: The 400 Blows

TV: The Office, British

Music: Jazz - I don't know why some people get annoyed with me liking jazz, but, you know, I like jazz.

Food: I'm really good at eating whatever people offer me, but I try to balance being healthy and happy.

(I'm taking the excluding friends and family and survival essentials approach)
- connecting with people
- letters and postcards
- pen and paper to write letters and postcards (this is slightly disingenuous because I rarely do this)
- nicely written words with some depth
- love, love, love
- street food

Was that just a weird movie or did I miss the point?

Sometimes you feel like a nut. Sometimes you don't.

I've shared way too much already.

You take yourself very seriously.

You're a jive turkey.