i had great childhood. it was fun growing up in southern california because i experienced a lot as a kid. my parents took me to all the gazillion theme parks during the summers and we'd go to the beach and griffith park all the time. my dad also planned road trips a few times a year too. my mom is the best though!! from a young age, she taught me how to cook, clean, take care of myself, etc, which totally paid off. most of my extended family is here in southern california too, so i've always had support and people to turn to as well. dammit, now i miss being a kid. i didn't have bills to pay or repsonsibilities to live up to.

my two fave childhood memories: riding bikes with my dad every saturday and making peanut butter and jelly sandwiches with my mom.