ABOUT ME

I am an American, born in Taiwan. I grew up overseas, moving every few years between Asia and North America. I recently graduated from college in the US, and have now settled in Hsinchu.

I have bartended, coached, taught, lifeguarded, and started a small company in agricultural property management. I purchased a farm in North Carolina when I was in college and visit when I am able.

Mild mannered, easy going, and generally up for anything. I enjoy sharing stories over a cold beer as much as I enjoy meditating in silence.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Hoping to gain insight on the places I visit, through ex-pat and local perspectives alike.

Interests

Rugby! In all its forms (15s, 7s, touch, etc.)
Ice hockey, basketball, baseball, boxing, bicycling, ping pong.
Cooking, baking, and learning recipes for both.
I sing, play guitar, and enjoy listening to just about every genre of music fathomable.
Improving my Chinese.
Being outdoors (when air quality is good).
Agriculture & silviculture, environmental science.
Long philosophical discussions about environmental protection, and the role that it plays in economic growth

• singing
• cooking
• recipes
• beer
• cocktails
• baking
• music
• guitar
• piano
• outdoor activities
• baseball
• basketball
• boxing
• hockey
• rugby
• table tennis
• agriculture
• science

Music, Movies, and Books

Blow, The Big Lebowski, Che I & II, The Godfather, American Gangster, Airplane, Flight, Forrest Gump, Apocalypse Now, Big Fish

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I opened for a band that opened for Weezer

What I Can Share with Hosts

A song of your choice (if an acoustic guitar or piano is available).
A home cooked meal.
An extensive menu of craft cocktails (if ingredients are available).
Lively discussion and an open mind as to who you are and what you do.

Countries I’ve Visited

Bermuda, Hong Kong, Mongolia, Nepal, Netherlands, Thailand

Countries I’ve Lived In

Canada, China, India, Taiwan, United States