Pot Pourri of Interests

By posting these pages I hope to provide you with a better idea of who I am. Once upon a time, people described me as a geek, that is it appeared that I was focused on my interests in mathematics to the exclusion of everything else. Now, however, everyone agrees that I have rounded out. Some of my interests are listed below.

Cooking and Baking

Over the years the only art in which I have been able to produce anything pleasing is the culinary. The popularity of sugar and fat products probably accounts for this.

Fairy Tales, Folklore, and Mythology

I have always loved a good story and have long been fascinated by fairy and folk tales. After reading all of the tales collected by the Grimm brothers, I realized that if one keeps ones tongue in cheek, the answer to many romantic problems lie in those tales. Consider these "romantic" thoughts for yourself. Though unskilled in writing, I enjoy creating a tale. The following Grimm style story was composed as an engagement gift for my wife. The Woodcutters Daughter

Cycling

As a professor of mathematics I work indoors. Cycling provides me with an opportunity to move my body, enjoy fresh air, and praise God for the delightful views in Alaska.