I'm a vegetarian, aethiest, and believe in the rights of all living things to live in a way that is natural for them. I'm in a healthy, long-term relationship with a musician, vocal coach, and music producer. We love to cook, converse, curse and laugh over silly stuff.

I have two "canine" children (standard poodles) that I plan all my travel around. I believe everyone has a story to tell that you can learn from.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I love meeting interesting new people and seeing new landscapes. I believe all cultures have their own special magic and wisdom to share.

I'm particularly interested in exploring the the Northern California and Oregon coast, and would like to spend time in the Seattle area. I would like to stay with people that are able to host a couple and two non-shedding poodles. We love to cook and play music.

Interests

I believe in working toward a better life for the whole earth and all of it's inhabitants. I promote the idea of a "universal basic income" to raise people up to the level of not having to commit desperate acts to feed their families. I believe all beings on the planet are sentient in different ways, and have the ability to problem solve and feel emotion.

• dogs
• animal welfare
• human rights
• cooking
• walking
• technology
• music
• atheism
• art
• nature
• vegetarian food
• conversation
• vegetarian cooking
• nature conservation

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Ridden a motorcycle through Death Valley.

Made it through Army basic training in Ft. Knox, KY.

Rescued an old dog from the shelter and gave him two wonderful years of his life with much love and spoiling before sending him off to the "rainbow bridge."

Teach, Learn, Share

Graphic Design, Web Development, Music

What I Can Share with Hosts

Do a portrait of them or one of their pets, or answer a technical question about a website or design.

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Canada, Croatia, Czech Republic, England, France, Germany, Italy, Mexico, Spain

Countries I’ve Lived In

Italy