Christian Faith
My Christian faith is at the heart of how I live. It guides how I treat people, how I spend my time, and what I prioritize. I try to live intentionally, with grace and purpose—always learning, always growing.
Two Decades in China
Studied Chinese at Leeds University, and Trade & Economics in Chinese at Nankai University in Tianjin, China. Fluent in Mandarin and Tibetan
Entrepreneur & Writer
Founded FaceDragons.com for personal development, wrote a Chinese textbook for homeschoolers, and penned articles for online publications.
Lifting Weights
Strength training keeps me grounded. I love the structure of lifting—it’s simple, honest work. It balances the mental effort I put into coding and writing, and it gives me time to reset and recharge.
Juggler & Cardician
I also love juggling. Clubs, balls, rings—I can do five balls on a good day. It’s weirdly meditative and sharpens focus like nothing else. And then there’s magic. Yep, sleight of hand, card tricks—I love the wonder of it, and the discipline it takes to do it well. It’s like coding for people’s imaginations.
Productivity Aficionado
20+ years of GTD (Getting Things Done), with my own custom apps and a firm belief in constant self-improvement.
Martial Arts Enthusiast
I started Taekwondo at six, got a black belt early, then pivoted into kung fu, Tai Chi, and Chinese kickboxing. I’ve trained at the Shaolin Temple, studied Chen style Tai Chi with real lineage masters, and even picked up Muay Thai along the way. Martial arts have shaped how I think, how I move through the world, and even how I structure my day.
Digital Nomad and Photographer
Trekked to Everest Base Camp, documented Asia through street and travel photography, and cooked my way around the world’s cuisines.
Music & CDs
Music’s been with me just as long. I play guitar and collect CDs—yes, actual physical discs. There’s something deeply satisfying about flipping through albums and rediscovering old favorites. I even built an app to organize my collection.
The Game of Go
I love Go. It’s strategic, meditative, and endlessly humbling. No matter how good you get, there’s always more depth to explore. It’s like martial arts for the mind.
Coding & Tech
Self-taught developer, from Java to Python. 15+ years using Linux (Arch + DWM) usage, and a serious FOSS advocate.