We’re continuing with our series featuring some of the creative people that we know. Every Tuesday we will introduce them as they share with us the ten things they can’t live without. Today we are introducing our dear friend and aspiring architect, designer, photographer, and fashion guru Chris Myers.

Location: Kerrville, TX

[one] family

Doesn’t everyone list this? Well I tried to come up with something better, but I couldn’t. So let’s talk about family. Honestly, I don’t know what I would do without them. I could not have asked for better parents. My dad has always been very supportive of my goals and interested in my future and my mom has taught me so many of the things that make up my character today. My grandmother, Jane, has been influential in the departments of recycling and frugality. She was the first to introduce me to a no waste lifestyle and that the true “green” thing, as we call it today, is to reuse before recycling.

[two] my garage

No, not the garage itself but the things in it. My 1987 Volkswagen Vanagon, 1999 Volkswagen Passat, and 2010 Tundra. I love my cars; I find working on them very gratifying, and in fact, I now spend my spare time working on them in place of watching television. Vanagon is really the eccentric one – her junk is in the trunk, gas is filled in the front, and you are sitting with nothing in front of you (so don’t get in an accident). If that doesn’t scream quirky, then need not I mention her habitual coolant leaks resulting in interesting smells such as pancake syrup or fresh baked cookies.

[three] summertime

This is a simple one. Summertime is a perfect excuse to take off your shirt, swim, get a sunburn, and have some refreshing beverages. Some of my best times have taken place in the hot sun.

[four] food and cooking

The two just go hand in hand. I’ve gotten into the process of cooking and away from the processed foods. It is more gratifying to eat something that grows from the ground and goes directly to my mouth than to think that my existence is sustained by a strict diet of BPA enriched, irradiated corn from a plastic bag or can. Besides, what are you supposed to do with that yucky container when your done with it anyway?

[five] wine

I look forward to a glass of this in the evening to relax. Its a perfect way to enjoy over lunch or to end a long day. Earthy, woodsy, musky, watery (yes, this too) are all qualities I look for in a wine.

[six] challenges

They arnt always fun, but they are a good opportunity for growth. You always end up a better person or learn something new. They come in all shapes and sizes, so beware!

[seven] chips and salsa

I find that this is the best snack food ever! It is my go to snack.

[eight] coffee

Wakey, wakey! Wait a minute!! Not without coffee. This is not only a morning ritual but it is something I do while studying, not only as a stimulater, but also because it smells and tastes like productivity.

[nine] bugsy

My loyal companion, Bugsy, is a brendel Great Dane who is still with us at 9 years of age. She can be intimidating because of her size and her deep bark, but once you are in the circle with her she is very approachable and protective. Bugsy and I share a king size tempur-pedic every night. :) Que cute!!

[ten] travel

When I need a change of pace or am thirsty for an adventure, traveling is the drug I turn to. A far, far place is where I take my sabbaticals- far enough away to forget the rat race here in America and see some of the other paradigms of life that people practice. Some of my most memorable places to have traveled are Africa, northern Canada, Argentina, Costa Rica, and Mexico.

Stay tuned for text Tuesday when we feature our dear friend and film maker, musician, apple geek and snowboarding extraordinaire Colin Smith.

Until next time!

dc