I work a lot and when I get time off I like to spend it in unusual ways. My Chinese name is 小狄 (Xiǎo Dí) which means 'Little Barbarian' or 'Little Low Ranking Public Official' depending on my mood. I like Tom Waits a lot, so if that's okay we'll probably get along really well!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I've traveled mostly through the NW of the US and western China. The rest of Earth seems cool too, I just haven't made it to many places yet.

Stay with me and we'll learn from each other. Give me an excuse to go to my favorite restaurant (because you'll be here too). Then write me sweet recommendations so when I travel other Couchsurfers won't think I'm a loser.

Interests

Rock climbing, Skiing

• dining
• cooking
• breakfast
• traveling
• skiing
• rock climbing

Music, Movies, and Books

Dave Van Ronk, Brazil, and Master & Margarita, respectively.

Teach, Learn, Share

What's white and slimey and crawls up your leg?

Uncle Ben's perverted rice.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I'm a proactive and considerate guest willing to clean and leave places nicer than I find them. I can cook edible food. Mostly breakfast.

Countries I’ve Visited

Indonesia, Tajikistan

Countries I’ve Lived In

China, United States