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Former Snowmass patroller Laura Patten recently joined the team at Backbone Media. A Colorado native, Laura brings an in-depth understanding of media, Excel wizardry and a passion for all things outdoors to the office. I recently caught up with Laura and presented her with a list of random topics. Here’s what she had to say:
Inspirations: Cool people doing cool things. Living their life the way they want; working hard and playing harder.
Books: Lately I’ve been interested in personal finance and investing. I know it sounds geeky, but I figure if I get a start now, I will be ready for retirement when the time comes. I just finished Suze Orman’s Young, Fabulous and Broke and Investing for Dummies. Robert Kiyoskai’s Rich Dad, Poor Dad also opened my eyes to a whole new approach on life and money.
Movies: I’ll admit it- I loved the first Transformers movie!
TV: I don’t watch TV much, but anytime I happen to catch Curb Your Enthusiasm I’m stoked. Larry David is curmudgeony, but so hilarious.
Magazines: Bike Magazine, Freeskier and Personal Investing (in-line with my recent finance kick) are the only magazines I subscribe to. I used to read dirty stories from Cosmo (surprisingly un-PC) to all the male patrollers while waiting to go on clear. They loved it.
Websites: Facebook
Athletes: Penn and Greg riding tandem ellipticals.
Places to ski: Snowmass!!! Duh. I love skiing all the patrol stashes and hanging out with all my old co-workers.
Dream travel locations: I hear that Kauai has some sweet camping spots and can be done on the cheap. Dream vacation-wise, I would love to get a round-the-world ticket and travel for six months wherever.
Musical artists/groups: Still true to my high school roots- I like punk like Alkaline Trio and The Airborne Toxic Event.
Foods: Mexican! Lobster. Every time I visit a coast, I try to bring back some on the airplane.
Beverages: New Belgium
Pet peeves: Stuff doesn’t really bother me much- except for when I have to reinstall the printer every time I need to print.
Animals: I want an Australian Shepard, but can’t have a dog where I live. Also, I am not sure I am willing to make the required commitment.
Yes, go to Kauai…no matter what the cost! Coolest place on earth:)