I've been in Westbank/Kelowna now for a little more than a year and Loving it! Growing up in the Greater Vancouver Area, and seeing what it's like in major cities, I've learned to appreciate nature at it's finest, here in the Okanagan. One can't help but fall in love with the beautiful lake, blue skies, and clear star filled nights ~ it's not surprising anyone who has passed this way has a hard time leaving.
I've been lucky to have made some fabulous friends, work with some amazing people, it has truly made for some wonderful days and more to come, i'm sure.
My educational background is Financial Management (Taxation) - I'm currently a Consultant, specializing in Group Employee Benefits insurance; and assist small business start-ups. Since my move here, I've had an opportunity to try what I've always loved to do, cook. I was a P/T Chef for a Retreat & Counselling place in Westside Kelowna - for me, a truly inspiring life experience for the ages. I've found the change of pace I've been yearning for, and have set my sights on very bright things.
I'm a pretty easy going guy who loves to go out, dine and try all sorts of cuisine, listen to live bands, dj's spinning, and hittin the dance floor. I've been known to drag my friends for karaoke, and if they won't come, I've got no problem going solo :) As much I love going out, I can be just as happy sitting at home watching TV/DVD and spending time with Shakespeare - my amazing Old English Sheepdog.
SUCCESS
To laugh often and much; to win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children; to earn the appreciation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends; to appreciate beauty, to find the best in others; to leave the world a bit better, whether by a healthy child, a garden patch or a redeemed social condition; to know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived.
This is to have succeeded.
- Ralph Waldo Emerson