My life plan was to research and teach Semitic linguistics. Somehow, I ended working with computer, data, and visual languages. I love learning for the sake of learning even though admitting that isn't adequate for many. In high school I hated classes and I wanted to be rock star. I have what has been described/diagnosed as OCPD and if I'm interested in something will go after relentlessly. Living abroad in Europe and college changed my entire focus and for the last 20 years I have dedicated everything to the acquisition and mastery of the subject material that tickles me. I have the most wonderful and supportive spouse. She is kind to the core and puts up with all of my study and two hour a-day sleeping habits.