Husband, dad of 4 kids (2 in their 20s, 2 under 10). Currently a sales professional in the IT field. Ex-military (8 years in), ex-massage therapist (6 years full time). Love hiking, yoga and reading; but hanging out with my family is by far my favorite way to spend my time. "Spiritual but not religious." I know, everybody says that; but over time it's truly been an effort to separate the two.. and worth it!)

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Currently low on cash due to recent professional transition. May potentially need a place to sleep for 3-5 nights while attending initial training at my new job in Irvine.

Interests

• writing
• yoga
• reading
• hiking
• backpacking

Music, Movies, and Books

I have very broad and eclectic musical tastes. It's a sign of a life well lived with a variety of people. Some favorites? Bob Marley (no I don't smoke, I've just loved his music since I was a teenager), 80s pre-gangsta hip hop (shoot, 80s music in general--ah, the soundtrack of my youth), decades worth of top 40/pop, bubble gum California punk, classical, jazz, Adele, Kina Grannis, Sublime, whatever. The favorite depends on the mood I suppose.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I was a licensed skydiver for awhile. That was fun...

What I Can Share with Hosts

I'm not sure. Meaningful conversation?

Countries I’ve Visited

Bolivia, Guatemala, Japan, Mexico, Mozambique, Philippines, Portugal, Russian Federation, South Africa, South Korea, Tanzania

Countries I’ve Lived In

Japan, United States