I'm encouraged by the interactions I've had on Threads, so I figured I'd introduce myself properly 😊 I'm 41 🎉 Adopted from the Philippines as a baby Raised in the SF Bay Area I lived in Stockholm, Sweden for two years 🇸🇪 Also called NC, WA, SC, and OK, my home 🏡 I work in the Defense Industry as a Software Engineering Manager, but in 2025 I will likely take a career break to become a caregiver for my Dad, who has dementia My husband and I have two Australian Shepherds I love to travel! ✈️