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Waterford, Michigan, United States
@BRIEFCASE
Member since 2010
CURRENT MISSION Being mistaken is the essence of a traveler's tale. ABOUT ME Ever since I went on the study abroad trip to China through my university, I have acquired the travel bug. This spring, I graduated and accepted a job in the Rochester Area. I am eager to meet people in this diverse area and hear about their travels. PHILOSOPHY My personal philosophy is quite simple. I travel to appreciate what kinds of people, places, and landmarks are on this earth. If I can learn to appreciate such things, maybe someday I can learn to help the same people that helped me out someday.
Interested in Education
Fluent in English
Learning Japanese
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Why I'm on Couchsurfing
HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING Honestly, last summer was the first time I was involved in the CS project so I'm still new to the whole experience. To respect the foundation, I immediately paid a donation and was verified. Since then I have not traveled and have not hosted only because no one travels to the small town that I currently live in. COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE The only time I have been involved with CS was surfing last year in Japan with my brother. Without this reputable program, my brother and I not only wouldn't have had the opportunity to live in Japan, but wouldn't have made great friends either.
Music, Movies, and Books
Movies: Science fiction movies, documentaries, horror,and of course comedy. Some of my favorite actors are Jim Carrey, Adam Sandler, Tom Hanks, Leslie Neilson. Music: I enjoy all genre's except male country singers. Post rock music is my new favorite. Books: No surprise, I enjoy books about travel such as "A Walk Across America" and "Riding the Iron Rooster."
One Amazing Thing I've Done
Going to China on a study abroad trip organized through my school last summer was definitely the most amazing thing that I've done. The trip was most amazing because it gave me a different perspective, made me more open-minded, culturally sensitive and most importantly strengthened my ability to initiate into things. I realize that there are great people out there and I want to meet continue to have a global network of friends.
Teach, Learn, Share
While it's difficult say that I'm an expert in anything, I know a great deal of knowledge about engineering, computers, running and basic traveling in China and Japan. Going into engineering, I have gained an technical competence and can help troubleshoot basic electrical/computer problems. As for running, I have been running both on a high school and a college level team as well.
My Interests
When it comes to traveling, I take my most important hobbies with me. Hobbies such as running, hiking, tennis, canoeing, learning new languages, swimming...etc. Almost any thing active or sport related, interest me.
