I'm one of the most laid-back and low-maintenance, yet passionate and driven, people you will ever meet. I'm a total nerd about history, science, art, social issues, etc. I get bored quickly, so I'm always seeking new, challenging ideas/people/things to do. My background and interests are diverse and eclectic. I kind of see my life as one of those "Choose Your Adventure" storybooks. Everything in life is an adventure.

Everything and anything. I've had to add to my bucket list because I try to take advantage of every opportunity that comes my way. YOLO.

My day job involves politics and legislation.

That might have sounded boring to you, but trust me, I have found ways to make these things very entertaining. Hint: involves open bars.

At the same time, I'm trying to travel a lot. I have already been to South America, Europe, Africa, and Asia. I LOVE Paris. My next stop is Australia before I turn 26.

In between all of the above, I hang out with friends and spontaneously check out restaurants/bars/other places of interest around the city. Next year, I hope to get accepted into an MPA program.

All in all, I'm having a blast living and working in NYC, and globetrotting whenever I can.

making people laugh, sarcastic/playful jesting, being silly, and trying to be charming. I have this habit of accidentally (or not-so-accidentally) winking at people. One time, I "accidentally" winked at a gentleman serving tostados and other delights at this food court in Albany, and he piled on extra fillings for my nachos.

that I'm just way cool, dude. And physically, maybe my full lips, curly-wavy hair, or the tattoo on my forearm.

Authors: Murakami, Camus, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Beckett, Stoppard, Giraudoux. A book I recently picked up: "Touring Gotham's Archaeological Past: 8 Self-Guided Walking Tours through New York City" by Cantwell and Wall.

Kung Fu Panda, Disney movies, and documentaries.

Avatar: The Last Airbender, Burn Notice, Yu-Gi-Oh!, DBZ, Archer.

Mostly hip-hop and R&B.

Mangoes and pad see ewe.

Besides the obvious like family and friends, I'd say:

-intellectual play
-artistic/creative expression
-the sun and warm weather
-men in tailored suits
-email, data management systems, word processing/publication software
-my bed

My next steps to success, and my foundation-- my family and where I came from. My late grandfather is my hero, and he and my family inspire me to keep doing what I'm doing.

Working, passed out from a long week at work, or shenanigan-ing. One of my favorite things to do is drinking beer on a rooftop and looking out on the city skyline.

One of my favorite songs is Mariah Carey's "All I Want for Christmas".

-you want to go on wild foodie adventures
-you want to go sailing, rafting, or skydiving
-you're down to check out museums, parks, landmarks, and historic places around the city
-you speak another language
-you think the way Dwyane Wade spells his name is kinda funny
-you agree with this https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-snc7/427407_10150928444786436_1566610078_n.jpg