Three things are most important to me: 1. being a good father and husband; 2. keeping a roof over our heads and a little food on the table; 3. advocating for those who have no voice and no vote - children. I admire altruism, compassion, courage and kindness. When time permits, I enjoy Dark chocolate, Dry fly fishing; European style ice hockey; Fall foliage; Folk music; Great works of literature, poetry, art, music and dance; Humor; Kabbalah; Kiteboarding, Mountain biking, Sled dog racing; Sunsets; Swimming with wild dolphins; Teamwork; and Virtuoso performance.