This feels like a weird combination of a job interview, college essay, and house-for-sale ad. So instead of trying to describe myself (which seems super awkward and biased), I asked some friends to describe me (which was super awkward and biased). Here are the words they used: clumsy, intuitive, present, caretaker, happy, steady, sassy, hilarious, fearless, adaptable, snuggly.

Working hard (public health), playing hard (crossfit, cycling) and having as many adventures as possible. I've got a great career that I find meaningful and challenging. I've got tremendous friends that fill my nights and weekends with dinners, music, road trips, good conversation and laughter. I've got hobbies that I enjoy--some of which I'm good at, some of which I'm terrible at. My life is full and happy and I've got plenty of room and love for the right person to share it all with.

80s music trivia, baking, laughing, climbing steep hills on my bike, being spontaneous, finding fun in just about any situation, bringing people together, driving in snow, skiing, pressing the "snooze" button, lifting heavy things, pouring coffee, spilling coffee, drinking coffee, snuggling on the couch, cartwheels.

My smile, and my choice to see the good in most situations.

My road bike
NPR (Car Talk, specifically. If this show doesn't make you double-over in laughter, we probably aren't gonna be friends)
Dirty martinis
Weightlifting shoes
Balsamic vinegar
Down comforter

Health equity, where to take my next vacation, organizational leadership, whether I should put bacon in this recipe (the answer is almost always yes), where to hike, what to drink at band practice, how to get away with wearing LuLuLemon yoga pants to work.

Depending on the work week, either checking out a new bar/restaurant with friends, taking off for a weekend backpacking or ski trip, or being completely horizontal on the couch.

I have a hard time letting people take care of me. It makes me afraid that I'm going to lose my independence.

-You know you're not perfect, but working to be the best version of yourself that you can be.
-You're not afraid of a girl who can deadlift 200+ lbs.
-Your idea of a great Saturday night involves a night hike and a bottle of wine.
-You can teach me how to grill....I torch everything