Jim Gates

I thought I would get into the spirit of things and actually update my profile in preparation of the reunion. So here it is.....

I work for the City of Columbus' Recreation and Parks Department in the Forestry Division. I started here in 1980 while I attended OSU. It was my summer job that never went away. All in all, it's been a great place to work. I'll be able to retire in a couple of years. I won't be rich but I'll be secure and have a comfortable base to start my second career. I'm still working on the details of that. I've been married to a wonderful woman for the last 18 + years, although we are in the process of divorce. 19 years was great and we have a wonderful child. We both just decided that it's time to move on ..... kinda sad, kinda exciting too... I've got great friends and family. I play kickball on Tuesday nights (tougher than it sounds)... and love to play golf. I try to exercise to keep the pounds off but I'm afraid it's a losing battle ....... There's a snapshot...... Looking forward to seeing everyone soon..... bye