CURRENT MISSION

connecting the dots backwards

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

So far, I've only surfed a couch (Samina's) for two days, and it was one of the most amazing experiences in my life. I had a great time, and won a stellar friend.

(the above information is outdated, see references)

I'm definitely excited about surfing more couches and hosting surfers from all around the world! =)

Interests

I've been playing the electric guitar since '98, and I'm still trying to learn the baÄŸlama, a traditional Turkish instrument. I haven't played live with a band for a couple of years now, and to be honest, I've somewhat missed being on the stage.

I also recently started composing and arranging, but no, you can't hear it. yet. =)

I *love* making cocktails, and I think of myself as a pretty good bartender, but lately I'm finding it easier to just open a bottle of beer unless I have guests. Same is true for cooking.

• cooking
• beer
• cocktails
• guitar
• surfing

Music, Movies, and Books

My favorite movie is The Fifth Element. I watched it more than 300 times (serious), though I'm not a Sci-Fi geek in general.

I love anything by Monty Python, but my favorite has to be The Meaning of Life. I also love Lost in Translation and the first Batman movie by Tim Burton.

I listen to a wide range of music, but my favorite genre is metal (melodic death and symphonic metal in particular). My favorite bands are Arch Enemy and Epica.

I don't read nearly as much as I'd like to, but I will read anything and everything by Daniel Quinn or Richard Dawkins. My favorite books are:

Ishmael by Daniel Quinn
The God Delusion by Richard Dawkins
and last but not least, The Lord of the Rings by Tolkien

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland, United Kingdom, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Japan, Turkey, United States

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