I am a native Californian living in Houston, TX. I have been out here for over five years and I am still getting use to the way of life and culture of Houstonians.
My daytime job is that of an environmental professional ensuring my employing company complies with the many environmental laws and regulations relating to the industry. I travel with this position and it allows me to gather insight on how diverse North Americans can be.
I have a wonderful husband who shares my passion for underwater adventures via SCUBA diving. We are both instructors and in our spare time we team teach classes for a local shop. The underwater world is so serene, beautiful and full of life that I have to be a part of it.
Writing is an outlet for expression and a medium to educate and inform myself. I enjoy relating my experiences as well as researching new subject matter.
My passion is ...
Educating an open mind
I know too much about ...
nothing
My parents always told me ...
Respect your elders
My childhood ambition ...
Be a veterinarian
My favorite memory ...
Playing with a harbor seal while scuba diving in Monterey, CA
Why I write ...
I love it
My first job ...
Babysitter
My best moment ...
Oh boy, too many to consider
My inspiration ...
Knowledge
I love to cook and there is nothing I like better than cooking with fresh tomatoes. I come from an Italian background so fresh tomatoes, herbs, garlic and onions were always a staple in the household. Both sets of grandparents and my parents had gardens from which to gather these ingredients and I have chosen to carry on the tradition.
Tomato sauce is a good base for many dishes and if it is not used immediately, is able to be frozen or canned. Depending upon what the dish is that you choose to serve, the extra ingredients may vary greatly. First, start with a basic sauce. I like to st...
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Houston, Texas US
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