I’m on my way to Chile and won’t be available to host until August 2023.

I believe that we journey through people more than we do through places.

I prefer writing with pen and paper.

I would rather talk on the phone than text.

I try to master the art of listening.

I love hearing others' stories and sharing mine, like the time I drove to North Dakota to work on the oil fields in December 2011 and my car broke down the first day.

When I was young, I wanted to be an action movie star like Jean Claude Van Dam. In spite of my diligent efforts, I was never able to do the splits.

Most of the things I own are second-hand, passed down from family or bought from thrift stores and websites like Craigslist.

I have finished two albums of music and two music videos.

I correctly predicted the winners of the last three World Cups, Germany, France and Argentina.

I believe the warmth of our relationships determines the level of our happiness.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

"It is not down in any map; true places never are." ~Herman Melville

It's fun and inspiring to see historic landmarks, but the real aspect of travel, for me, is meeting people. That's not easy to do in a hotel or motel room. When traveling isn't an option, I can host and share a true place with others.

A note to couchsurfers wishing to stay in my apartment, last-minute hosting is more difficult for me, though not impossible. So, if you give me a week's notice or more, I'm more likely to be able to accommodate you.

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

I've made some really great friends that I hope to see again in the future. Every experience has been positive and enjoyable.

Interests

Playing the guitar--21 years. French language, Russian language, Portuguese language. Musicals and live concerts.

• arts
• poetry
• architecture
• movies
• music
• guitar
• history
• food
• learning languages
• people
• plants
• learning new things
• stories

Music, Movies, and Books

Some of my favorite books: Les Miserables, Count of Monte Cristo, Atlas Shrugged and Anthem, Death Be Not Proud, The Sun Also Rises, Brave New World.

Movies: Forrest Gump, Groundhog Day, The Princess Bride, Return of the Jedi, Deathnote (anime series), The Goonies.

Favorite Albums: Beck "Sea Change" The National "High Violet" and "Trouble Will Find Me," The Smashing Pumpkins "Siamese Dream" and "MCIS" Arcade Fire "The Suburbs" Death Cab for Cutie "Transalanticism" and "Plans."

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Snorkeling in Honolua Bay, Hawaii with a three-flippered sea turtle.

Teach, Learn, Share

I have yet to meet someone that has nothing to offer in terms of learning.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I've always been a helper, so I'm glad to pitch in with chores like dishes, vacuuming, sweeping, etc. I can also teach a few things on the guitar.

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Belgium, Belize, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Cayman Islands, Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, El Salvador, England, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Guatemala, Honduras, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Mexico, Moldova, Morocco, Netherlands, Nicaragua, Northern Ireland, Norway, Paraguay, Peru, Poland, Romania, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden

Countries I’ve Lived In

Canada, United States