Outrageous Malfunction

I almost met Tom in Indiana (we grew up only 60 miles apart, and running in the same circles), but it wasn’t until a chance IRC session at Paul’s that we finally met. Tom is one of the coolest, smartest motherfuckers out there. He has introduced me to more music and movies that I never would have tried on my own, and I’ve led a richer life for it. He was the first of the group in Seattle to move to the Valley, and he hooked me up at Netcom when I needed out of Microsoft. Tom introduced me to Steve, who got me an interview at Sun where I met Ping Ping (Teodora Ngo) and Renzo. Netcom
and Sun really changed my life; I was making money for the first time and loving it. If Tom hadn’t provided me with the introductions and the couch, I would not have picked up the skills I have today. It’s not an understatement to say he’s the only reason I took a risk on the valley. I’m thankful I met Tom, and thankful that we’re still in contact today.