How long have you lived in Portland?
A long time, right after Mt. St Helens erupted.
How/Why did you end up in Portland?
My mom is from PDX and wanted to move back. I had no choice at the time. But it was a good move for me. I probably would've gotten into all kinds of trouble if we stayed in CA :-) And wow, people wore weird pants here back then!
What is your profession?
I was headed into Marine Biology, then switched to Psychology. Ended up in the tech world and am now a Programmer currently (websites)
Tell us a bit about your role in the founding and creation of the NetRippers Football Club
I joined in 2008. And now find myself the Chair for 2011! NetRippers are a great group of people and I love the camaraderie and support everyone shows each other both on and off the field. I’m very excited about this year and looking forward to practicing with everyone again, outdoor teams, social events and the best tournament on the west coast!
Favorite (professional or otherwise) soccer player?
Ashley :-)
What inspires you?
My boy and nature
What is your favorite food?
Mozzarella, Tomato and Basil Panini
What is your favorite color?
Hmm..green or orange. It changes.
What is your favorite place in the world?
Sitting on Angel's rest looking out at the gorge. Or a sunny beach in Zihuatenejo...ok, any sunny beach!
What is the first time you noticed that Gayness existed?
When I was a youngin' our neighbors in CA were a male couple. Unfortunately, they fought a lot and we could hear it. My best memory, years later, was seeing the healthy love between some paddler friends.
Your having a dinner party of 6, whom would you invite?
Sigmund Freud, my Grandma Jo, my son, Jane Goodall, Tom Petty, P!nk..there’s so many more!
