My grandfather died at age 96. I attend a computer programming class. I am excited about getting my degree. I am from a rural town in Missouri. I have always lived in a rural area. I was stationed at Fort Leonard Wood around a decade ago.
I am a smoker. I enjoy putting alcohol in my coffee. I eat meatloaf every night. My brother lives in Warrensburg, Missouri. I am a bit older, though knowledgeable about technology. I am at least 30 years old.
I passed my class with a overall grade of 99%! Congratulations! Do you know what type of job you want to get now? I would like to do something in tech. I would love to create games. Yes, I am also interested and well experienced with technology. I am more into data programming though That's great. Do you plan on making a career of it?  Actually, I have had a career in technology for the last 8 years now! I work as a data programmer in Missouri, where I live with my brother. Are you going to work around your hometown? Oh, sorry I didn't catch that earlier! That's awesome. I would prefer not to work around my hometown. I would like to see other parts of the country, maybe try getting out of rural America. How is it living with your brother? You must be close. We are, but living together is not ideal. I am looking for own apartment in the town we live in now. I get it. I always say you never really know someone (or get on their nerves!) until you live with them. But my grandfather's death definitely woke me up to the importance of family. How are the apartment hunting prospects? Seems a lot of places aren't so welcoming to smokers any more.  That has been the problem thus far with my apartment search. I have to be able to smoke, and I have to be able to do it inside of my home I feel ya, man. I think that smokers have become an easy target, since most people don't smoke, and those who don't tend not to like it. I hope you can find a place. I heard it's best to avoid the big housing companies and try to rent from "the little guy" so to speak.  That has been my experience so far. I appreciate your support! Good luck in your job search!