Hello couchsurfers and hosts!
Avid traveler, born and raised in Detroit, Michigan. Served time in the US Army as a combat medic. Rescue diver, PADI. Traveling is a priority, and is my lifestyle. I bought a one-way ticket to Hawaii, been living there ever since.
Im a very "in the moment" type of person, I dont really like to plan that far ahead, or worry about things I cant control...pretty laid back. As far as stateside, Ive lived in Baltimore, Atlanta, South Beach Miami, Yosemite area Ca, San Antonio, and now Kona. Internationally, Ive lived in Koh Tao Thailand for a couple years, as well as Cabo San Lucas Mexico. The toxic city life is just not for me. Living life to the fullest is definitely a motto I live by!

Что привело меня на Couchsurfing

I love meeting new people and networking, enjoy learning different cultures, and taking in all the world has to offer! Sharing knowledge and leaving my comfort zone is what I live for. I enjoy making lasting connections with an array of personalities and trying new things... And food! Couchsurfing appeals to me in many ways..what better than a local to give some advice when staying in a new place! I dont like traveling week to week, I prefer to stay in one spot long enough to really get a feel for where I am. I enjoy traveling alone, its easier to meet people, and you're on your own time. Will I ever stop moving around? Probably not. But if I do buy property, I would be living off the grid!

Интересы

Sharing Knowledge
General survival skills
Wine
Scuba diving
Photography
Food!
Dancing
Exercising
Beach
Being outdoors
Conservation of Animals and the Environment
Reading (educational, non-fiction, occult, philosophy)
Hiking
Swimming
Cooking
Holistic Living
Fishing
Plant indentification (medicinal uses)

• animals
• photography
• dancing
• environment
• dining
• cooking
• wine
• exercise
• reading
• traveling
• socializing
• drawing
• survival
• outdoor activities
• fishing
• hiking
• scuba diving
• swimming
• languages
• beaches

Музыка, кино и книги

Rock, metal, r&b, reggaeton, Blues, classical, jazz, motown, oldies... anything that gives a good vibe really. Music is important, definitely dependent on mood, and I enjoy discovering new artists through meeting new people!

Angelé Dubeau, red hot chili peppers, a tribe called red, tool, Onra, collie buddz, jill scott, slayer, sublime, don omar, eminem, sean paul, rage against the machine, tego calderon, zumbi, erykah badu, Khat, the temptaions, floetry, aaliyah, tribal seeds, alice in chains, tracy chapman, carcass, faith no more, mos def, nine inch nails, SBTRKT, max richter, joni mitchell, heather headley, j cole, jah cure, led zepplin, dengue fever

A few books that peak my interest:
The Cosmic Serpent - Jeremy Narby
Supernatural - Graham Hancock
Mind Control, World Control - Jim Keith
Empire of Illusion - Chris Hedges
Pedagogy of the Oppressed - Paulo Freire
Astral Voyages - Bruce Goldberg
Parallel Worlds - Michio Kaku

Классная вещь, которую я сделал(-а)

I volunteered as a first responder to a local disaster relief group (DRAW) after some of the strongest tornados on record tore through the state of Oklahoma, flattening many cities. I drove one of 3 donated church vans, hauling about 45 people across the midwest, from Michigan to the town of Moore. We helped search through debris, recover valuables, and clean up what was left of these peoples lives. I sat and listened to some of the most tragic stories I've ever heard, it was truly heartbreaking. This was a very humbling experience and I believe we all made a huge difference in the residents' lives.

Учу, учусь, делюсь опытом и информацией

I really want to learn more languages! I would also eventually like to be a self sustained traveler without having to come back home for work.
In general, I am low-maintainence and make do with whatever options I am given. Constantly adapting. Not big on complaining... I try my best to take on new surroundings with ease. I maintain, and promote, an environmentally friendly lifestyle.
I really would like to network and meet like-minded individuals who seek similar things in life. Materials come and go, and not all knowledge can be taught. Experiencing things I cannot read about and seeing things for myself are very important to me.

All in all, I am about being truly alive... and ultimately reaching my full potential as a human being. Money is obsolete. The things I seek can not be bought. I am not on a physical journey, moreso than a spiritual one.

Чем я могу поделиться с хостами

Friendship
Inspiration
Laughter
Stories & Adventures
Advice
Knowledge

My opinions can be strong, but I never fail to share them:)

Где я побывал(-а)

Aruba, Canada, China, England, France, Hong Kong, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, Monaco, Netherlands, North Korea, Puerto Rico, South Korea, Thailand, United Kingdom, United States, Vatican City State, Virgin Islands, British, Virgin Islands, U.S.

Где я жил(-а)

Mexico, Thailand, United States