I'm a single dad with two kids. For the first time in 8 years, they are living with their mother during the school year. On July 1st, I go to get them once I have found a new job and a new place to live. That is the central focus of my life.

Beyond that, I am a friendly, outgoing person. I'm a good listener. I'm good at getting people to try crazy new things like dancing. I tend to leave scads of friends in my wake. I love meeting new people, learning new things, trying new foods and new things.

I am an adult, and clean up after myself. I even come with my own portable laundry hamper. I have an air mattress and as a dancer, I'm used to setting up with just some floor space. I have my own towel.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I'm a swing dancer and that has taken me to many couches. Recently, I decided to uproot myself from Richmond, Virginia, and move to Nashville, Tennessee. I decided to explore the US and Canada first though, and have been travelling for a few weeks. Some friends suggested I try out couch surfing for when I want to stay in a place where I don't know anyone.

Interests

Dancing. All the dancing. All the time. One summer I decided to take a class (ask me the story, it's a good one.) I am a Lindy Hopper, but I also do Charleston, Balboa, and Blues. I'm learning Salsa and St. Louis Shag.

I'm a computer geek. I like outdoor activities like hiking and camping. I play guitar
(mainly folk songs, campfire songs and church music, learning some jazz).

I am a black belt in tae kwon do, and was an instructor for 10 years.

• culture
• dancing
• dining
• cooking
• instructor
• traveling
• music
• jazz
• guitar
• blues
• outdoor activities
• hiking
• camping
• surfing

Music, Movies, and Books

I'm really into jazz music right now. Jazz from the 30s and 40s, not smooth jazz. I'm into that kind of music because I like dancing to it, but I generally enjoy most types of music.

Ferris Bueller's Day Off, The Princess Bride, Star Wars (the originals), A Walk to Remember, Definitely Maybe, Must Love Dogs

The Icarus Hunt by Timothy Zahn is my favorite book. A Civil Campaign by Lois McMaster Bujold is probably tied with first. I love science fiction and fantasy.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I got laid off and decided I wanted to become a blacksmith. So while I looked for a job, I volunteered at the Museum of American Frontier Culture as an 18th century Irish blacksmith. I joined a local blacksmith guild, and did blacksmithing in an old Irish forge while I talked to tourists and school groups and told them about growing up as an Irish farmer wanting to emigrate to America in the 1700s.

Teach, Learn, Share

I can teach you how to dance, how to cook a yummy meal, self defense techniques, or help you with computer questions.

I love to learn new things - especially dancing of any kind.

I'm happy to share knowledge, food, my friends and my time. I love getting to know new people.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I am a fantastic cook. I love to make food for people. I make a pretty mean french omelette.

Generally I end up sharing my conversation. I have a wide range of interests, and I'm a good listener.

Countries I’ve Visited

Brazil, Canada

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States