Welcome to Growing Up Geek, an ongoing feature where we take a look back at our youth and tell stories of growing up to be the nerds that we are. Today, we have our very own Associate Editor, Terrence O’Brien.
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In case you hadn’t guessed, that’s my father up there with a tiny me cradled in his arms. He’s OG – original geek – and a defier of easy categorization that clearly explains how I ended up as the son of a gun I am today. In fact, without an understanding of where he came from and who he is, much of what would fill a completely self-centered Growing Up Geek simply wouldn’t make sense. So, that’s where we’ll start the story, with a quick look at the man who, for better or worse, made me the nerd I am today.Continue reading Growing Up Geek: Terrence O’Brien
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