I studied chemical engineering in college for several years before I took some time off and came to the realization that I was going to hate doing it for a living, so I now am an accountant by trade, and current stay at home dad by necessity.
I use my chemistry background primarily for personal edification (I am ashamed to say I have an ever-growing metal salt collection, and am working on experimental techniques in wool dying), and for the amusement of my and my friend's children (burning s#*$ to make pretty colors, silvering glasses, growing cool crystals, smoke bombs and everything that was truely fun and awesome about chemistry until I had to study it). I try to make my demonstrations as educational as possible, so at least I can trick them into learning something while it goes bang.
My short-list of interests include electronics, engineering, chemistry, biking, hiking, camping, cooking, alouette, and am heavily into the DIY. I also enjoy long walks on the beach and starry nights.