Back in Seattle! (wait nvm, not back in seattle)

I was recently on a trip i've dreamed about for 5+ years: riding a motorcycle from BC, Canada to Argentina and later hopefully head to Southeast Asia.

I'm pretty laid back, easy going, and all those good things. I generally like to avoid any serious plans/deadlines to keep myself available for those once in a lifetime last minute opportunities. I thrive on improvised plans, mini-trips, weekend getaways and dancing like no ones watching. I think repetition takes it's tole on creativity.

Born in California, educated in North Idaho, crossed into adulthood in Spain and have lived in seattle ever since. I feel like i'm from none and all of those places.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Come visit Seattle! I make an excellent tour guide if you're not afraid of getting a little bit lost.. or a little bit drunk. Fiesta!

Everyone so far has been extremely kind, generous, open and trusting.

"A minimally acceptable ethical life involves using a substantial part of one’s spare resources to make the world a better place."

Interests

Adventure - Story telling - Sailing - Motorcycles - Being lost - Really Lost - Good Food - Good Drink - Good People - Teaching - Listening - Backpacking - Good Ideas - Bad Ideas - Swimming - Dancing - Chatting - New Things - Coffee - Late Nights - Early Mornings (JK, hate those) - Photography - Filming.

Music, Movies, and Books

My favorite movie as of right now, unsurprising, is Motorcycle Diaries.

Music: It really depends on the day or who I'm with. Calm music, dance music, rap music, folk music, blues, electronic music.. just not country music.

As far as books I enjoy historical novels, philosophy, and anything sailing related.

George Orwell´ 1984
The Odyssey
Angela's Ashes
High Fidelity
Catch-22
Jack Aubrey series

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I woke up on a beach in southern France one morning to a beautiful red and gold sunrise surrounded by close friends.

Improvised an abandoned rooftop dance party in Madrid.

Teach, Learn, Share

My Spanish is getting a little rusty at the moment but still very conversational if anyone wants to practice. I taught English for 6 years and happy to teach non native English speakers. I can also teach sailing knots, chess, and other boat related crafts.

I have an extra helmet and can show you the city via motorcycle. I think it's kind of crazy how many people have never ridden one. They are a totally different perspective to transportation.

"Society grows when old men plant trees who shade they know they shall never sit in." - Greek Proverb

What I Can Share with Hosts

A few horrible puns, fun stories, Spanish cuisine, motorcycle rides, and genuine enthusiasm.

If you have a 4 legged pet, I make nautical boat leashes and would be happy to make you one :)

Countries I’ve Visited

Albania, Argentina, Austria, Belgium, Belize, Brazil, Bulgaria, Cabo Verde, Canada, Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Ecuador, El Salvador, England, France, French Polynesia, Germany, Gibraltar, Guatemala, Honduras, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Mexico, Montenegro, Netherlands, Nicaragua, Northern Ireland, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, Philippines, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Spain, Sri Lanka, Sweden, Switzerland, Tunisia, Turkey, United Kingdom, United States, Vatican City State, Virgin Islands, British, Virgin Islands, U.S.

Countries I’ve Lived In

Spain, United States

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