Although I feel blessed to have such a good life, it doesn't hurt to keep improving. From Tools, I am interested in finding out new approaches, techniques, and philosophies to grow myself as a person. I have no doubt that whatever gains I make will spill over into other areas of my life.

 Travel and food writer.

 a Daschund

 They're unique in their looks - unlike any other breed of dog (shape, size, fur type). They're a big dog in a small dog's body - they are brave, loyal and larger than life in their personality. They're sociable, funny, and intelligent. I have one.

 I love food. I love the experience of eating, tasting how different flavours come together, and seeing a variety of colours. This is a hard question to answer... A calamari appetizer. A nice cut of steak grilled to med-rare, with roasted potatoes and an exotic salad. Creme brulee for dessert. A creamy Malaysian-style Laksa with fresh rice noodles, chicken, bean sprouts, and Thai basil leaves. Served with an appetizer of Satay and peanut sauce.

 Jesus, Barack Obama, Oprah Winfrey, David Suzuki, and Ruby Clayton.

 They are people I find fascinating. Ones who have made large scale social changes, or are attempting to influence larger scale systemic change (as in the case of Ruby Clayton). They are strong personalities with a lot of wisdom, knowledge and lessons to share.

 The Galapagos.

 made with a thin crust, topped with mushrooms, tomatoes, and spicy Italian sausage.

 Rum and Coke.

 I like both coffee and tea. If it was coffee, it would be a flavoured one (eg. Hazelnut, French Vanilla, Irish Cream etc.). I take it with milk and sugar. For tea - I would order a green tea.

 More wishes...just joking. Happiness, Health, and Wealth (a great job).

 August and Everything After - Counting Crows,Diva - Annie Lennox, and Breath from Another - Esthero.

 Picking up litter.

 Just got back from Manzanillo, Cuba - so the most recent sunset I remember is one from the Sierra Maestra mountains.