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Relationship

Single

Hometown

Marion, Iowa

Places I've been

Though my home town is in Iowa, I was born in Trieste, Italy. I've lived in several states in the west, also lived in Canada and was an expat living in Jerusalem, Israel for two years. I've visited Italy several times over the last 20 years. I also traveled extensively in the far east; including Hong Kong, Singapore, Japan, and Penang Malaysia. High School Name (City, State) Marion High School College Name Western International University Chandler, Arizona College Graduation Major/Concentration BSBA Occupation(s) Information Systems/ New Technology Process Engineering/

Education

• Chandler Gilbert C. College, Pharmacy Technical - 2006 to 2007
• , Pharmacy Technical Board Certified - 2007 to 2009
• Arizona Board of Pharmacy, Licensed as Pharmacy Technical - 2007 to 2009

More about me

In 2006 I retired from Intel Corporation after 27 years.  I feel very blesssed and thankful in being able to pick and choose what I do with my time. While still working, I traveled extensively both domestically and internationally.  I now divide some of my time between my home in Chandler, Arizona and my condo in Marion, Iowa.  Getting out of the hottest part of the Arizona summer and going back to N.E. Iowa is a wonderful break and respite.  That said I could ever leave the west entirely and spend about 9 months a year in Arizona.  I relish learning and discovery so I continue my education in areas not previously explored.  Learning is such a gift. I am a member of "PHI THETA KAPPA" and as part of my legacy I am developing a scholarship strategy in my name that I will fund, which will be awarded to honor students in a community college continuing education setting.

Activities

I am a curious person and enjoy exploring new places, ideas and people. I continue to go to school and though I do explore and research areas of interest, there is a strategy to my learning. I collect both ancient coins, books, watches and yet am an avid science fiction buff. I exercise daily in the hopes of keeping fit and healthy. I enjoy movies, Thai food, coffee at Barnes & Noble and conversation. Believe in a getting to optimal health through meditation, yoga, eating properly. I bought myself a new sports car for my 60th. birthday. It is a manual transmission (6 speed) Nissan 350Z Nismo. It's been a while since I drove one and I just have the best time in that car.

Favorite Charities

United Way, Vietnam Veterns, Heart Association.

Favorite Music

Everything except country western.

Favorite TV Shows

No real favorites I typically watch cable over local TV, enjoy science fiction, westerns and early 20th century movies.

Favorite Movies

What's important to me in a movie is that it has a compelling story/message to be told and that I learn something or refirm a value from the theme. For example; "Painted Vail", "Shawshank Redemption", etc. Also enjoy a good western and some comedies.

Favorite Books

For the most part my reading was and is centered on learning, leadership, change, personal accountability and understanding my behaviors. In addition I read about the integration of the mind, body and spirit and how this relates to overall health. I Sing The Body Electric - Ray Bradbury is one favorite book. I also read a newspaper (yeah a real one) daily, several blogs online and a few magazines.

Favorite Quotes

"Don't do that" - Mine "Live Your Passion, Tell Your Story, Know Your Legacy" - Mine

Favorite People

Family, son, granddaughters, mom and brothers. My friend in Iowa.

Favorite Places

Jerusalem, Israel. Monza, Milano, Italy. Zurich, Switzerland. San Diego, Alymer, Quebec. Mt. Vernon, Iowa.

Favorite Animals

Gizmo my cat.

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