I'm easy-going, open minded, and believe in treating people with reverence and respect. I love participating in cultural discussions, eating street food, and sharing perspectives over drinks. I want to become fluent in Spanish (I'm close), and Mandarin (not close).

Berkeley hippie, silicon valley nerd, buddhist, paleo. Product of California.

I am optimistic about making amazing relationships wherever I go.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Give back to fellow travelers. See a side of the world I might not be able otherwise.

Interests

Traveling, music, reading, writing, cities, cooking, photography, psychology, philosophy, dancing, board games, video games, film, rock-climbing.

• writing
• design
• photography
• dancing
• dining
• cooking
• drinking
• video games
• board games
• reading
• traveling
• music
• rock climbing
• psychology

Music, Movies, and Books

music: Jay Dee (J Dilla), Daft Punk or Tiger&Woods

Movie: Lock, Stock and two smoking barrels. Tai Chi Master. Zoolander

Books: Unbearable Lightness of Being. The Dog Stars.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Silent vipassana retreat for one week.
Went to Beijing for 10 days (during 2 months in China) and didn't see the wall.

Teach, Learn, Share

cooking! design! games!

What I Can Share with Hosts

friendship! cooking! design! games! Provide a nuanced view of life in California & the states.

Countries I’ve Visited

Belize, China, Colombia, Mexico, Peru, South Korea, Thailand