What can I say? I like what I do. I know I'm lucky as not everyone can say that.

I have been creating websites professionally for 11 years, and I've had a blast so far. I was having a hard time finding my niche, but when I discovered web design, I finally found a sweet spot where I could exercise both halfs of my brain. I get to use my creative and my analytical side at the same time.

I like to wear many hats such as: visual designer, information architect, creative director, usability specialist, copywriter, editor, front-end developer, futurist, strategist and more. All these hats support the same team though: User Experience.

As much as I like the web, there is life beyond the computer. My family is very important to me and I appreciate the time we spend together. I am a musician, play guitar, bass, drums, sing and write songs and love every minute of it. If there is any time left, I like to spend it outdoors or find a quiet place to read a novel. I've got a lot to be thankful for, and I know it.

Stephen Thomas is a T-shaped user experience designer near Dallas, Texas.

• sabre airline solutions
• sabre travel network
• the source

• rule builder
• the dwelling place
• miscellaneous