I've always loved camping, skiing, and sports. I even played in the marching band during high school. No one has to be completely immersed in NASA and science from a very young age to become a NASA scientist. I think it's better to have lots of interests. There are always people who influence us to choose one career path over another, but I find it funny how we don't really know who's doing the influencing until much later when we're looking back.
Advice Work hard, play hard.
That was my motto through high school and college. But most important, keep a positive attitude. I think it actually helps make positive things happen. My favorite hobbies are skiing, mountain biking, camping and most recently, surfing. I also LOVE to travel.