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This is my about page…

there are many like them but this one is mine.

I was born and raised in the small town of Estes Park Colorado At 17 I enlisted in the U.S. Navy where I spent the first few years as a Sonar Technician aboard the USS Laboon.

Later I was picked up for an officer accession program and went back to Colorado to attend CU (don’t hold it against me). I was involved in the web during the late 90’s part time for extra cash while attending CU. I earned my degree in Kinesiology and Applied Physiology.

After graduation I left for flight school to begin the mythical quest to obtain my wings of gold. After some time in the T-34C and then then the TH-57 I finished my quest and received my wings.

As fate would have it would have it after 13 years of service I managed to find a rare condition that would preclude any further service. I was medically retired as a LT in 2007. Being so acclimated to spending hours and hours studying, picking up web development where I left off seemed like the next logical step. It was and continues to be a constant state of learning, which is my favorite part.

During my last couple years in Pensacola I met my wife. We made an off the cuff decision to move to Saint Louis and we relocated within about 90 days. What was our reason? We’re still not sure but its turned out great.

We’re expecting a baby boy later this summer. I think that’s still sinking in :) .

If I’m not behind my desk I try to get out and crank up the Harley. Last fall I started riding with the patriot guard which has turned out to be one of the most fulfilling activities I’ve ever engaged in.