I'm a twenty-something originally from up north in Pittsburgh, moved down to Mississippi for a job opportunity about a year ago. I'm looking to find a city with a better music scene than Biloxi. Currently looking into Austin and Southern Cali. In addition to my work as a chemist, I have been writing poetry and short stories, posting them to my website bartrothrauff.com. I also play the guitar and bass, and have been in various bands in the past. I'd like to find a city that I could play some live music, read some of my stuff, and also not have to deal with the cold weather I was used to up in Pittsburgh.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

My friend from high school has been using this as a way to travel around the country for years. I finally took his advice and made a profile so I could start going to new places I've never been and have some fun adventures before life ties me down with responsibilities.

Interests

• poetry
• music festivals
• yoga
• nightlife
• motorcycles
• music
• live music
• punk music
• rock music
• hiking
• rock climbing
• chemistry
• poetry slam
• indie rock
• the outdoors
• punk
• sharing stories
• live concerts
• punk rock
• anything outdoors
• kundalini yoga

Music, Movies, and Books

Leaves of Grass - Walt Whitman
Patterson - William Carlos Williams
Sick City - Tony O'Neill

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Back in college I ran a fireworks tent by myself for a week. I got mugged three times, caught two shoplifters, and had one hell of a hangover from cheap red wine on the last day, which was the Fourth of July. I ended up making almost five grand. Good times.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I am very good with fixing things, and I can be funny at times. I also play music, somewhat listenable, and I can hold a conversation like a champ.

Countries I’ve Visited

United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States