Update 2023-24: We are stuck in a home renovation that doesn't seem to ever end. so for the moment we cannot accept guests.

Hey there! We are a family of 5, and we usually have a quick family huddle before saying yes to visitors, so last minute requests don't always work well for us. We enjoy hosting, but also need our space, so will only accept one visitor/group per month. Also, we only accept CSers who have references and/or a verified profile. Please don't ask us to make an exception.

NEW: any visitors must have been vaccinated against COVID 19 and agree to follow whatever local bylaws are in effect during their visit.

I'm passionate about my family, creating community, running, education, cycling, philosophical discussions and committed to living a life less ordinary.

My partner Ian loves learning new things and spends his free time doing martial arts, riding bikes.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Couchsurfing is a great way to connect and learn about other people and other cultures.

Interests

• dancing
• cooking
• baking
• running
• classical music
• folk music
• cycling
• ukulele
• vegetarian cooking
• west coast swing

Teach, Learn, Share

We would be happy to take any visitors to some of the great running and cycling routes around Ottawa, or hiking trails in the greenbelt and Gatineau Park. Our kids are also into soccer and rollerblading.

Ian would be happy to have you come watch or maybe even participate in a class in kobudo.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Baking, cooking, cleaning, dog walking.
Workshops on exploring love and intimacy, and active listening.

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Dominican Republic, England, France, Italy, Japan, Norway, Scotland, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Canada, United States