Today is my 15 year anniversary with the amazing city of Austin, Texas. The past fifteen years have been quite a ride. I came here as an awkward, angry, depressed teenager, desperately trying to survive high school in a new school and town. The first few years here were tough, no lie. But throughout my transition from child to adult, Austin played an important positive role in the formation of who I am today. I am more open-minded, accepting, less pretentious, and frankly, cooler than I would have been had I lived in any other city. Not to mention my musical acumen and appreciation is much larger practically by osmosis. I have so many amazing memories here, too numerous to list.

Austin, you’ve been good to me and I thank you. I’ve been fortunate enough over the past few years to give back to the community and plan on continuing to do so. Keeping what’s great about this city alive is important to me. I’m looking forward to our next fifteen, Austin. Cheers!