Glad you could stop by, checkout some of my gear, and still want to know a little more about myself. I've always been a big kid at heart and enjoyed all kinds of toys growing up. When I was young it was GI Joe and Star Wars figures then I progressed to gaming on the Atari and Commodore 64 (thats dating myself). Those where some good times for sure and I have alot of fond memories of summer vacations spent running around with friends and staying up way too late way too often trying to finish games.

Growing up I was really only good at one thing and was drawing pictures. I'd like to think all the time spent reading fantasy books and playing games fueled my creative drive at that age and primed me for success through adulthood. Initially I started taking all the art classes I could in high school just to fulfill all my requirements, but it turns out I found my niche and ran with it. I was first person in my family to attend and graduate from college.

While in college I forged a life long friendship with Steve Conard who is just as obsessed with toys and gaming as I am. I think our wives each secretly harbor ill will toward us because we are constantly serving as bad influences to each other by encouraging the purchase of way too many toys. If one of us isn't making a purchase then the other is spotting deals and new releases. Its a vicious circle!

Nowadays I keep busy with my career and trying to keep my kids on the straight and narrow while going through high school. Thats a full time job in and of itself. Any free time I can find you'll likely find me gaming, remodeling the house, or working on my project car (95' Taurus SHO). That or taking an evening to enjoy the comforts of the couch for a welcomed break and a little HD content. I don't know how I managed before High Def content as I don't even want to watch movies or television if its not in HD.

I also enjoy motorcycle riding (although I'm not hardcore about it) and trying to get away on weekends more with my wife. Its nice to get away from everything on occasion and kinda refresh yourself a bit. With any luck and alot of hard work that will be come easier and more frequent in the years to come.

Finally, I'm just grateful for being able to make a living doing something that has always came naturally to me. My career allows me great flexibility and opportunites in addition to achieving a great family/career balance.

If you have any questions or just want to talk, please send me an e-mail.