CURRENT MISSION

To make my life, as well as the lives of those around me, as balanced, productive, and enjoyable as possible given our constantly revolving circumstances.

ABOUT ME

I'm a positive individual who takes his relationships very seriously...except when I'm giving wet willies. I believe in chi, zen, and all that crap but most of all I believe in treating others so well it hurts and taking responsibility for everything that comes out of (or in) your mouth. And most importantly, I love chocolate chip cookies (the soft kind).

PHILOSOPHY

Altruism is the most attractive/appealing feature in another person. Always be grateful for what you've been provided and never think you're somehow above less than desirable circumstances. The luckiest people are those that are so happy with so little. Oh, and treat others with at least some basic respect, already!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

I haven't been using Couchsurfing much over the past 3 years because I went back to school (for nursing) full time. So my travel has been very limited. Aside from that, let me know if you're in the area, and if I can hang out, I would love to show you around!

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

So far so good...cool parties!

Interests

Travel, exercise, food, bicycling, archery, food, foreign films, sports bars, dancing, food, exploring, beer, playing in the sun, food, dark chocolate, reading, food, writing poetry, independent music, food, collecting vinyl records, wine tasting, and food. Did I mention food?

• writing
• poetry
• dancing
• dining
• chocolate
• wine
• beer
• wine tasting
• exercise
• partying
• movies
• reading
• traveling
• music
• sports
• archery

Music, Movies, and Books

Typically I like independent and foreign films. Music--all types but also prefer independent (love R&B, jazz, hip hop, rock, and latin). As far as books go, I read a lot of health-based stuff, as well as political writings.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I have to say I've followed my ambitions and have rarely not achieved what I was working towards. I've been very fortunate in life, for so many reasons, and with the help of so many amazing people.

Teach, Learn, Share

Ex-pats are always fascinating. Aside from them, anyone who might be different from me.

Countries I’ve Visited

Cambodia, Canada, China, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Gibraltar, Israel, Panama, Spain, Thailand

Countries I’ve Lived In

Nicaragua, United States, Venezuela