An eternal optimist, opportunist, and altruist who is grateful for every day that I am given and strive to live each one to the fullest, carpe diem. I live by the golden rule, my parents taught me well, and I don't believe in coincidences. Everything happens for a reason. Being open minded and minimizing judgment has allowed me to meet some fantastic people and experience some wonderful moments.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

That's easy. To experience more of this wonderful world and its inhabitants.

Interests

Anything cultural, spiritual, or musical. NATURE. Percussion, cooking, traveling.

• cooking
• clubbing
• traveling

Music, Movies, and Books

My musical tastes are to eclectic to list however I will say that my first concert was Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers at age 10, I went with my mom. My last concert was Mozart's The Magic Flute opera last month.

Films are tough to choose but I'd have to say the 1997 film Contact with Jodie Foster and Matthew Mcconaughey ranks high on my list.

As for books the Dan Brown collection is thought provoking. Zecharia Sitchen's The Earth Chronicles series is fascinating. My latest read has been Thomas Paine's The Age of Reason.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

There are many to choose from but I'd say being an honorary member of the Polar Bear club in Ohio where we jumped in ice cold water from a 22 foot platform in January.

Teach, Learn, Share

Becoming a better percussionist is something I would like to accomplish. Becoming fluent in Spanish is another. I will gladly share my life's stories and my altruistic nature with those around me.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I will share my talents and time with my hosts whether that be through chores or stories I always find ways to give back.

Countries I’ve Visited

Canada, England, France, Mexico, Spain

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States