Automotive - General RepairBradley BurnsCar Mechanic at Harbour MotorsLarne, United KingdomI started out around two and a half years ago as a trainee mechanic in technical college. Not long after I left my first job placement due to poor management and teaching on their behalf. I was picked up by a private garage ... read more Wind PowerCarsten AndersonFounder at Danish Wind Power AcademyMiddelfart, DenmarkI am the founder of Wind Power Academy. We are a team of 17 trainers who train wind technicians on safety and repair of wind towers across countries and across multiple brands. I recognized the need and acted to create a sol... read more Aviation/AerospaceMarlene KornusAircraft Engineer B1 at Austrian AirlinesVienna, AustriaI have been an aircraft technician at Austrian Airlines for almost 18 years. I work as EASA CAT B1 on Embraer 195 and soon also on Airbus A320Fam. I love my job because it is varied and also not ordinary. My favorite tool is... read more Automotive - General RepairLaurens DubrunfautMechanic at Garage DubrunfautAnzegem, BelgiumHello, I have a garage in Anzegem with my dad. We are hard workers who give the best service to our customers. Lately we have some problems with health (mom and dad) so now I try to do everything to keep business going. It's... read more Automotive - Specialty ShopEthan PetersVehicle Technician at Strafford Service CentreBrighton, United KingdomI have a tool addiction! Upgrading turbos on a McLaren 600lt has been my coolest project. While emptying the oil drainer, I forgot to close the valve and it went absolutely everywhere, it was my funniest moment on the job!
Aviation/AerospaceToby FretterFleet Support TechnicianTewkesbury, United KingdomI always enjoyed taking things apart and figuring out how they worked. To the frustration of my parents as 6 year old me couldn't always put them back together. At 14, I got a job with my local coach company, starting as a c... read more Fleet MaintenanceWilliam McGladderyFleet Support Technician at Cowal Building and Plumbing SuppliesCairndow, ScotlandI'm 24 and I'm a Fleet Support Technician at Cowal Building and Plumbing Supplies. Together with one other tech we look after a mixed fleet of trucks, plant and light commercial vehicles across 5 depots over West/Central Sco... read more Automotive - DealershipJ. Ivan MajicAutomotive Diagnostician at KIA KC-MotorsBromma - Stockholm, SwedenStarted in automotive industry in the early 2000s directly after graduating college. I started with all basic works like oil changes, etc. I realized very early on the importance of using quality tools. I found electricity a... read more RailRichard GriggsManager at HitachiLondon, United Kingdom
ManufacturingGreger LundgrenTeam Leader at Snap-onBollnäs, SwedenI started in 1993 as a machine operator and still doing that. Before this, I was in school, then the military, and then a maintenance man at a hospital. I am currently a union chairman. I make hand-saws for cutting wood. I l... read more ManufacturingKerstin AlftinTeam Leader at Snap-onBollnäs, SwedenI started in 1997 running a grinding machine. Before that I was a welder making trailers. Now I am a team leader and I run a laser cutter. I am also a Union safety rep. I like the people I work with. I like that I have a lot... read more ManufacturingKeith GamblesSection Leader - Finishing at BahcoBramley, United KingdomI started off as a mechanic in the military and now I'm a keen hobbyist. I've fixed up a 15-year-old MG, the last production MG in the UK. I like working on cars and bikes. I think it's as much fun to repair it as to drive i... read more Aviation/AerospaceSimon JovanovicAircraft Mechanic at British AirwaysLondon, United KingdomI started working on cars from a young age. I feel as though I’ve been exposed to Snap-on for as long as I can remember. I started an apprenticeship as a car mechanic straight out of school and did that job for three years. ... read more ManufacturingAndrzej BilinskiElectronics Assembly at NorbarBanbury, United KingdomI like Norbar’s open-door policy. You can talk to anyone and tell your ideas to anyone. It makes me more creative; new ideas are embraced here.
ManufacturingAntonio PorcelForge Operator at Snap-onBasque Region, Spain
ManufacturingVincent RenouHeat Treatment at Snap-onDeville, FranceI have been doing heat treatment for 13 years. I enjoy being able to move around in the job.
ManufacturingGary SheppardProduction Operative - Finishing at BahcoBramley, United KingdomI'm the last line of defense for quality. I see everything before it goes to the customer. I'm proud of my experience, and I'm glad I get to share my knowledge here. We have a lot of trainees here, and yes, it's important to... read more ManufacturingAsh BowieSection Leader - Carbide Tipping at Snap-onBramley, United KingdomI started out in IT and I thought I would go into business management, but I found out that wasn't for me. Now I get to do technical work in manufacturing, programming and working with the CNC machines.
Automotive - General RepairMiles FendellAppreciate Technician at Newbold Mot Center LimitedChesterfield, United KingdomI started working on cars when I was 13 in the family business. I’m now 17 and quite an advanced apprentice. My earliest memory of Snap-on tools was when I went on the van at 7 years old and acquired stickers, which I still ... read more ManufacturingCarina Söderlund EricssonLine Operator at Snap-onLidköping, SwedenThere are lots of complicated things going on in my job that I have to keep track of, so I get in the flow.
ManufacturingDaniel PerezPrecision Pliers Assembler at Snap-onBasque Region, Spain
ManufacturingRoberto IglesiasPliers Assembly at Snap-onIrun, SpainI am always in a good mood and I get to work in many different areas on many different machines. I am very valuable to the plant since I can do so many different jobs. I am most proud of the improvements in safety, we are so... read more ManufacturingMartin CarrollProduction Operative - Carbide Tipping at BahcoBramley, United KingdomMy previous job was all about quality and I brought that with me here. I'm committed to quality. Nobody ever says to me, "You've made a mess of this. This isn't right." I want to get perfect at this before I move up. Only wh... read more ManufacturingAngel VasalloTool Shop Operator at Snap-onVitoria, SpainI like my job and I am happy to come to work, but everyday is tougher and tougher as I get older. I am going to retire in 7 months and go hike in the mountains and travel.
ManufacturingJorge CáceresElectronic Pliers Assembly at Snap-onIrun, SpainI like to make things. I can see the entire product, not just a part. I am proud to go the hardware store and see the product I made in the market.
ManufacturingWill HaynesDesign Engineer - Specialty Products at NorbarBanbury, United KingdomNorbar showed faith in me after doing an internship.I like the people and I get to design new things with every day.
ManufacturingSandra BrandtCNC Operator at Car-O-LinerKungsör, SwedenI like interesting work, I like to figure things out and fix things.
ManufacturingJose Angel GarciaChrome Plating Operator at Snap-onBasque Region, Spain
ManufacturingMickael RlobéGrinding at Snap-onDeville, FranceI have been in this industry for 20 years. I like following through on a process and producing a final product.
Aviation/AerospaceReece YuleAircraft Mechanic at GreaseMonkey Maintenance LtdCrawley, United KingdomI'm an aircraft engineer just starting off my career in aviation, I have been working in it for the last few years. I love the fact that no two days are the same and each day brings up new challenges to overcome. Aviation is... read more Automotive - General RepairBen PattersonTechnician at L.S. Motor RepairsGreat Yarmouth, United KingdomBeing in the high school automotive shop class is what sparked my interest in mechanics and I've been in the industry ever since. I completed my apprenticeship working on HGVs and PSVs. Since then, I have gone back to cars w... read more ManufacturingRichard GuestLaser Operator at BahcoBramley, United KingdomI like working on all the different machines here. If you move around to different machines, that gives you a head start. You can jump in when it needed, and it always stays interesting.
ManufacturingFrancisco DominguezChrome Plating Operator at Snap-onBasque Region, Spain
ManufacturingElisabeth JonssonOperator at Snap-onBollnäs, SwedenI started in 1987 it was my third job, I put handles on saws. Before this I worked cleaning geriatric homes. I spend 4 hours driving the train (fork-lift) and 4 hours cutting saws. I like the people I work with. I have gotte... read more ManufacturingAna GarciaPliers Assembler at Snap-onBasque Region, Spain
ManufacturingJose AyoraInjection Mold Repair at Snap-onPlacencia, SpainThis has been a great experience, good challenges, good people and always a challenge to do more. My biggest challenge is wanting to retire but needing to train someone new to do my job. I have created this from zero and wan... read more ManufacturingStefan LarssonMaintenance Tech at Snap-onLidköping, SwedenI am proud of the camaraderie here, everyone helps each other, we solve it together.
ManufacturingChristian BoussionRobot Sharpening at Snap-onDeville, FranceI have been in this industry for over five years now. I like working in quality control and I enjoy making a perfect product. I appreciate the detail oriented aspects of my job.
ManufacturingShaun AndersonImprovement Engineer at NorbarBanbury, United KingdomNorbar doesn’t feel like a big company; people are interested in hearing new ideas or room for improvement at all levels.
ManufacturingJerker LundgrenOperator at Snap-onBollnäs, SwedenI started in 1997 in production, before that I was a bus driver and a taxi driver. I live nearby, my father used to work here and my brother works here, it is in our family. I am most proud of the quality of our products. We... read more Construction Equipment RepairJack AshmanMobile Crane Mechanic at Ainscough Crane HirePrenton, United KingdomI am a Crane/Heavy Plant Mechanic working for the UK's biggest lifting solutions provider, Ainscough Crane Hire. I have always been into engines and motorbikes since a young age and I felt it was only right to go into a care... read more Fleet MaintenanceMatthew JamesPSV/HGV Auto Electrician at Inglebys Luxury CoachesYork, United KingdomI am Matt James, I am 23, and I have been working in the PSV industry since I was 15! My family got me into this line of work, York Pullman is my fathers company. I have always had a passion for anything with an engine, but ... read more Automotive - General RepairAlan KenyonSnap-on Franchisee at Big Als ToolsPreston, UKI followed in my father's footsteps of being a mechanic and fixing anything including stuff around the house whenever my mum called. I'm a Snap-on franchisee and more than that a Snap-on fan since I was born helping my dad i... read more Heavy Duty Truck RepairCharlie AdcockEngineer / Machinist / Welder at Bulk Gear EngineeringTiverton, EnglandI work on a mixture of lorries and heavy plant bulk blowers and toppers for the animal feed industries, but I have worked on diggers, tractors, boats, factories and plant rooms doing welding and machining mainly hydraulic pa... read more Fleet MaintenanceDermot HillBusiness Owner/Engineer at Hilltech HydraulicsWaterford, IrelandI got into this line of work because of my love of mechanical engineering, I started welding when I was 6. I served as a plant and HGV fitter for 10 years, and then moved into hydraulic engineering 5 years ago. Now I own and... read more Automotive - DealershipJack WaltonService Technician at Stratstone Mini DerbyHeanor, United KingdomI started working at MINI in 2016, which was my first job working for a main dealer and it was there where I met the local franchisee. He introduced me to the finest tools money can buy, Snap-on. I bought my first tool from ... read more ManufacturingAitor GoñiPipe Wrench Assembler at Snap-onBasque Region, Spain
Automotive - Specialty ShopChris HayesMaster Mechanic at J&J Motors NOPortaferry, Northern IrelandI am a mechanic from Northern Ireland and have been in the motor trade for 14 years. I've worked for various dealerships in a variety of roles and I currently manage a private independent workshop. I have a love and a passio... read more Automotive - General RepairSash BiggsAssistant Manager at National TyresPoole, EnglandI am an assistant manager for a national company. We work on just about anything as long as it has an engine in it! I started out as an apprentice and have been doing this ever since. The coolest project I worked on would ha... read more Automotive - DealershipBen HardyTechnician at Bristol Street MotorsNewcastle, United KingdomWhen I was a child, I always wanted to join the British Army and follow in the footsteps of my father. Unfortunately I was turned away due to medical reasons and this really took a toll on my mental health. I didn't know wha... read more Automotive - DealershipNathan StaceVehicle TechnicianAngmering, United KingdomI’m 24 and I have always loved vehicles and working on them. I’ve always bought Snap-on tools and absolutely love them. In my spare time, I like working on vehicles by modifying them. I started working in a dealership back i... read more Heavy Duty Truck RepairJamie SmithHGV Mechanic at Mansfield District CouncilAlfreton, United KingdomFrom a young age, my dad was always working on old Fords. I got an apprenticeship at 17. I'm now 33 and have worked across the board, from independent shops to main dealers. In 2019, I had a bad time at a workshop. I pushed ... read more Automotive - General RepairLance TaylorAuto-ElectricianManchester, UKI’ve been working on vehicles for over 15 years now and love/hate the job sometimes, but as everyone in this game knows it’s a love-hate relationship. The job is a challenge in itself, but it’s the best feeling ever when you... read more Construction Equipment RepairBen WilliamsSmall Plant MechanicHereford, United kingdom
ManufacturingXabier ArrizabazagaRobot Engineer at Snap-onBasque Region, Spain
Auto Body/Collision RepairOliver FrancisApprentice Met Technician at Chelmsford Accident RepairsEssex, EnglandI’ve been an apprentice for 1 year at a crash repair center in Essex. I work on restorations and collision repairs. I bought my first Snap-on box 4 weeks ago from my dealer. I got into my line of work from my Grandad being ... read more Fleet MaintenanceGrant BaynesCoach BuilderAngus, United KingdomSince the age of 8, I've had an interest in anything and everything with an engine and doing my own personal touches like custom fabrication. So, becoming a coach builder has helped progress my passion. My granddad would alw... read more Automotive - DealershipJessica SuffieldApprentice Technician at Porsche LeedsCleckheaton, United KingdomI started attending truck racing as a spectator and loved the adrenaline and speed from it! After I left school at 16 years old, I managed to get myself an apprenticeship with JCT600 at their Porsche dealership in Leeds, Eng... read more Automotive - DealershipSebastian RoseTechnician/BMW Retail at Berry BMWLondon, EnglandI used to do banger racing with a friend and always liked working on cars, so I started an apprenticeship 5 years ago and now work as a technician for BMW. Classic car wise, the old Jaguar e-type was my favorite out of what ... read more Automotive - DealershipMax RobertsAudi Service Technician at Crewe AudiSandbach, United KingdomI worked for a race team from the age of 12 and loved fast cars and race cars. From that point on, I knew I wanted to work with fast cars. I got into this field through going to college and getting an apprenticeship at Audi ... read more Automotive - DealershipBrandon DaviesApprentice Vehicle Technician at Northampton AudiDaventry, UKI’ve always enjoyed working on cars growing up through the influence of my uncle owning his own garage that was not far from my house so I was always interested in working on cars and I always loved cars. I originally applie... read more Construction Equipment RepairMatthias FischerWelder/Construction MechanicBöblingen, GermanyI am from Germany and work for a company that fabricates thermal solutions, paint shops and movement systems for the automotive industry. In 4 weeks, I will change to a company that repairs heavy equipment like dozers and ex... read more Aviation/AerospaceSam WadeEngineerEastbourne, United KingdomWhilst I’m an engineer at work, at home I love building cars. My current project is an AWD Mk2 Golf GTi, running Audi TT 4wd, 16vT, which is the coolest thing I’ve worked on. I’m doing all the fabrication work myself. I am a... read more Automotive - General RepairAdam GillmonTrainee at ACJ MotorsSlough, United KingdomSince I was young, I’ve always helped my Dad fix cars. I learned about this line of work from helping him. Now he’s passing it all down to me. The coolest project I've worked on was the engine rebuild on my Ford Fiesta mk7.
RailJason AitkenPlant Fitter at Fitzgerald Plant ServicesCaerphilly, United KingdomI started off in a Ford dealership, then moved across into a rail plant. I got into this line of work by watching my father tinker with cars.The coolest project I have worked on was doing a full rebuild on my mk1 Ford Focus... read more ManufacturingYerai AlonsoMachining Operator at Snap-onBasque Region, Spain
ManufacturingAaron MooreElectronics Assembly Apprentice at NorbarBanbury, United KingdomI like the varied work in my role. You never know what will come through the door. Sometimes I work on products that are older than I am.
ManufacturingHaizea FernandezOperator at Snap-onBasque Region, Spain
ManufacturingAnna MateoOperator at Snap-onBasque Region, Spain
ManufacturingTim DenneyCNC Setter at NorbarBanbury, United KingdomI’m proud that I added a new milling machine eight years ago that I set up from scratch -- and it’s still making some of our newest parts.
ManufacturingGustav SkeppstedtWelding Specialist at Car-O-LinerKungsör, SwedenI am proud of being able to program the robot and "control" it.
ManufacturingFelix ZubillagaPliers Assembler at Snap-onBasque Region, Spain
ManufacturingManuel AlcaláForge Operator at Snap-onVitoria, SpainI start with raw material and like magic I make something. Everything starts with me.
ManufacturingJonathan EngmanOperator at Snap-onBollnäs, SwedenI started 5 years ago as an operator. I makes hand-saws and pruning saws. I use a laser cutter but can flex to almost any area. Before this I worked renting cars, but came here to be close to home. I like the people and the ... read more ManufacturingHans AnderssonOperator at Snap-onBollnäs, SwedenI started in 1990 using a machine to file saws. Before that I worked as a painter, a teacher and at a hospital. I basically do the same job but now it is more automated. We don’t use our hands in production, the machines do ... read more ManufacturingGéraldine RobillardAssembler at Snap-onDeville, FranceI have been in this industry for 31 years now. I worked in injection for 28 years and asked to move to a single shift position. I enjoyed injection because I was able to work alone with the machine. I also like being involve... read more ManufacturingMick MastersSection Leader - Tooth Forming at BahcoBramley, United KingdomI'm glad we're moving to laser cutting. My job here has always been so labor intensive, but now with the new high tech there won't be so much manual handling. That's good for me as I'm getting older!
ManufacturingMats JonssonProduction Engineer at Car-O-LinerKungsör, SwedenI originally was trained as a baker and started in my families bakery. After 10 years I decided I wanted to do something different.
Automotive - DealershipFrancois Xavier LotonManager at PeugeotAngers, FranceI have always loved cars. I went to school for design implementation and commercialization conception. I was unable to find a job and went into event planning. Three years ago I decided to return to the auto industry as a te... read more ManufacturingTony JonssonBand Saw Operator at Witte IndustriesLidkoping, SwedenBahco stands for quality and for endurance.
Automotive - DealershipDavid CroftTechnician at Stafford Land RoverStafford, United KingdomI was working on a friend's race car using a Snap-on torch. My friend raced the car around the track at Nürburgring and every time he went by I saw the wheel well was glowing. When he stopped, I took a look and saw I had lef... read more ManufacturingGianfranco FranceschiWarehouse Operator at Snap-onCorreggio, ItalyMy father in law was one of the two original founders of GS. I started in 1989 at GS as an assembler and doing injection molding, before that I spent 6 years at another factory doing injection molding for plastic bottles. I ... read more ManufacturingMilena SelmiSupervisor at Snap-onCorreggio, ItalyI am proud to have went beyond being an assembler, and to become the person that now inspects their work. I am very precise, I want to get better at this job. I keep finding new solutions. I started in 2000 in the safety val... read more ManufacturingIgor PerezShift Leader at Snap-onIrun, SpainI love working with new technology and robots. I am proud of the progress I have made. I started as a young man and now I am a leader in the company.
ManufacturingEdurne MartinSlip-Joint Pliers Production at Snap-onIrun, SpainI make pliers. People are surprised to hear that I actually make stuff. I accomplish something every day and do not believe there are differences in what men and women can get done.
ManufacturingJuan Carlos VadCoining Operator at Snap-onVitoria, Spain
Automotive - General RepairFredrik PrästAlignment Technician at Widells BodyshopOrebro, Sweden
Automotive - DealershipPeter AllgrenBody Shop Mechanic at Volvo Dealership RejmesOrebro, Sweden
Automotive - DealershipThobias LarssonBody Shop Mechanic at VAG (VW/Audi/Scoda) Body ShopOrebro, SwedenNever the same, big jobs one day, small jobs the next.
Automotive - DealershipMelissa JonesApprentice at Stafford Land RoverStafford, United Kingdom
Automotive - DealershipChris MilesKia Master Tech at Pentagon Kia-VauxhallSheffield, United KingdomI left school to start this work and I still enjoy it now, especially now that I have an apprentice to help do jobs.
ManufacturingRob DeeneyOperations Specialist at TATA SteelPort Talbot, United KingdonWe work to extremely tight specs. We have to be perfect, the steel blocks can't be off by a mil from top to bottom.The Norbar tool takes away the doubt and the deviation. If we don't get it perfect, there could be a hairline... read more Vineyards & LandscapingLudovic LenaertsViticulturists at Loire Valley VineyardsLoire Valley, FranceI have been at the vineyard for 12 years, 21 years in the industry. I attended agricultural school and now I currently manage individuals working in the vineyard. I enjoys wine tasting, wine making and John Deere tractors. I... read more Automotive - DealershipPhil NicholsonTechnician at RRG Stockport ToyotaStockport, United Kingdom
Automotive - DealershipDavid YoungTechnician at Pentagon Kia-VauxhallSheffield, United Kingdom
Automotive - DealershipAlex WheldonTechnician at Stafford Land RoverStafford, United Kingdom
Vineyards & LandscapingMorgan HerguéLandscaper at Terra BotanicaAngers, FranceI started working as a seasonal worker at Terra Botanica in April 2019. As landscaper, my overall role is the general maintenance of the gardens in the park, but I focus mainly on the pruning the trees and branches. Before s... read more ManufacturingMikael RydénR&D Technician at Snap-onLidköping, SwedenThis is a good place to work, I have been able to evolve over time and get a better job doing more stuff.
Automotive - DealershipMikela AnderssonBody Shop Technician at VAG VW/Audi/Scoda) Body ShopOrebro, Sweden
Power GenerationSimon GötesjöSolar Panel Installer at El Tele & Data:ElectriciansLidköping, SwedenI like the variety in this job, I get to do decide how to do things. My dad was a farmer, but he knew Bahco.
Vineyards & LandscapingClement InglevertLandscaper/ Gardener at Terra BotanicaAngers, FranceI have been working as a landscaper for 6 years now, and what I love most about my job is working outside in nature and the creation of the landscape. I am most proud of my creation of two big landscaping areas, one in Breta... read more Automotive - DealershipJosh HookerTechnician at Stafford Land RoverStafford, United Kingdom
Automotive - DealershipKevin AdamsTechnician at RRG Stockport ToyotaStockport, United Kingdom
Automotive - General RepairChris PulfordManager at RRG Stockport ToyotaStockport, United KingdomMy dad was a truck mechanic and I helped him on the job. I started here as an apprentice and nearly 30 years later I'm still using my dad's Snap-on tool box.
Auto Body/Collision RepairChrister HaglundBodyshop Mechanic at Volvo Dealership BiliaVasteras, SwedenI never did normal work, I started out and stayed a racing mechanic. I started as a GT2 race mechanic, then spent 7 years as a mechanic for Formula 1 racing, and then one year for Formula E.
CarpentryTobias GustafssonCarpenter at SRT BYGGLidköping, SwedenI got into this field of work because I was stuck at the same place, it was dark inside, I only go to see out the windows at lunch, and I need to see the day light.
Automotive - DealershipChris MeadTech at RRG Stockport ToyotaStockport, United KingdomIn school they gave me an option to take 2 less courses and do an apprenticeship. I said yes and I'm glad I did. I'd never fit into an office environment, I'd be bored in 10 minutes. I get a lot of satisfaction from taking a... read more Vineyards & LandscapingFlorian GrossetViticulturists at Loire Valley VineyardsLoire Valley, FranceI have been at the vineyard for 10 years, and have been in the industry for 20 years. I traveled to Australia for work and spent time in Chile as well. I like the option to have various jobs throughout the year, including ti... read more Automotive - DealershipAlix WaltonTechnician at Pentagon Kia-VauxhallSheffield, United Kingdom
Automotive - DealershipBeth BakerService Advisor at Pentagon Kia-VauxhallSheffield, United Kingdom
Automotive - DealershipTom WestTechnician at Stafford Land RoverStafford, United Kingdom
ManufacturingChris AlvarezETO Product Assembly at NorbarBanbury, United KingdomProduct assembly is like Lego for grown-ups; except if you drop it, it might hurt you!
ManufacturingIker LarrañagaTechnical Programming at Snap-onVitoria, Spain
Automotive - DealershipAlexi PerezMechanic at VAG VW/Audi/Scoda) Body ShopOrebro, Sweden
ManufacturingTeddy DugueStamper at Snap-onDeville, FranceI have been working in the factory for 22 years. I enjoy being able to move around to different areas. I like the variability, changing environment, atmosphere and my coworkers.
Automotive - DealershipOskar HellströmBody Shop Mechanic at Volvo Dealership RejmesOrebro, Sweden
Automotive - DealershipNeil DenhamTechnician at Pentagon Kia-VauxhallSheffield, United Kingdom
Vineyards & LandscapingBenoit MarinSeasonal Pruner at Loire Valley VineyardsLoire Valley, FranceThis is my second season as a pruner. During the rest of the year I work on growing vegetables. I enjoy the people I works with, the good pay and being close to home. I am especially fond of the ability to regularly work out... read more