I like to think of myself as a big kid. I am not set in my ways, like to think the glass is half-full, and have a positive mental attitude towards life. Exercise is a way of life and I believe it raises your quality of life as well. I enjoy road riding but my passion is mtn biking.

I think volunteer work is a worthy effort and an opportunity to help the community. I teach several Public Health Classes. I am honest, punctual, a good listener, and outgoing. I am also a dad to my 2 sons, 23 and 28, who live in San Jose. I talk to them, at least, 2-3 times a week and try to visit with them 2-3 a month. I also have a granddaughter who is 3 and a grandson who is 1.

I love to cook and enjoy a glass of wine with dinner. Of course, a nice cold beer after a long hard bike ride is mandatory.

I like up beat music, Sirus channel 36 --- "If it's too loud, then you're too old" ... OK I'll turn it down a tad.

I have a little dog, papillon mix. He is true survivor. He came down with a life threatening disease last year but he is doing well now.

Coffee always seems safe ... I'm there. But an easy bike ride or hike followed by a light meal would work as well.