JAMES SMITH: MOUNTAIN MAN WITH A BEACH BUM HEART

Born: June 11th, Gemini

Hometown: New Caney, TX

Moved to Utah: April 2011

Marital Status: Married 9-years to the love of my life…

Children: None currently, but would like to adopt one day…

Political Views:Libertarian

Religious Views:Born & Raised J-Dub (Jehovah’s Witness)

Major: Elementary Education

Favorite Food: Korean Bulgogi & Soft Tofu Soup / Beer (any kind)

Favorite Color: Green, and any variation thereof…

Favorite Book: Lord of the Rings Trilogy

Favorite Movie: The Big Lebowski

Favorite Musician: Johnny Cash or Tom Waits

Favorite TV Series: Firefly, Lost, Seinfeld

Hobbies: Reading Fantasy & Graphic Novels, Bikram Yoga (I’m currently working on my certification), Muay Thai Boxing, Surfing, Long-

Boarding, Hiking with Rocket(my 2-year old Border Terrier), Gaming, Traveling, Camping, Live Concerts, Caper Films

Aspirations: I would like to graduate from University of Utah with my Bachelors in Elementary Education by Summer 2016, then go on

to teach 4th Grade(emphasis on Reading and/or Special Education). Also, I have always wanted to attend Culinary School in hopes that during the summers I could own and operate a food truck.

Favorite Quotes:“The cure for anything is salt water: sweat, tears, or the sea.” ~ Isak Dinesen

“Live, travel, adventure, bless, and don’t be sorry.” ~ Jack Kerouac