I'm currently in San Francisco, but was born/raised in Mendocino County - lots of weed and lots of wine (I like the wine). I've lived in South Carolina, North Carolina, and Texas, thanks to the Army. Eventually I'll experience Afghanistan and possibly Iraq.

Claire: I know where Arcata is. Many family "vacations", which included one or more children vomiting in the car, caused us to pass through Arcata on our way up to Oregon/Washington/Idaho. And i am not at all bored by genealogy - i find it fascinating, in fact - you are not alone!