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Matthew

There is Nothing to Fear Except Fear Itself - F. D. Roosevelt

About Me

Transplant. Xenophile. Hate driving cars, but love LA. Can't stand McDonalds, but will brake for In-n-Out Burger anyday. The balance of extremes would be a good description of my life. I've done a lot of different careers in my short life so far, and probably will do more eventually. For the first 14 years of my life, I lived in the same home. For the next 12, I think I've considered 12 different places home at any one time. Change is the name of the game, and I think I may have rewritten the rules on change in an individual life. Most important life lesson to date: never forget who you are and where you come from. Its the most important thing you can remember about yourself and gives you grounding when you need it most!

My Interests

Reading, traveling, downhill skiing, visiting with friends, debating current issues

I'd like to meet:

Bill Clinton - I admire his perseverance, willingness to compromise, and ability to get his point across, even in difficult situations.Arnold Schwarzenegger - He is the "Govenator" at the moment, and I do admire his willingness to work with others as of late.Warren Buffett - I like people who could have everything money can buy, but still have the humbleness of the common man.

Books:

Looking Backward, Fast Food Nation, and many others ... I like non-fiction and especially political commentaries (either side, as long as it gives a rational argument).