Artist, writer, adventurer. I thrive off novelty. I'm fascinated by the stories of people whose experiences differ from my own.

I grew up on a family farm in Western Canada that backed on wilderness, where I gained a love of all things outdoors: canoeing, hiking, rock climbing, cross-country skiing. My adult life has been a rollercoaster of extraordinary adventures and bouts of chronic illness.

In Europe Sept thru Nov '23 with an American friend. In search of accommodations and/or meetups.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I am interested in the kind of travel that goes beyond tourism. There's nothing like meeting locals to glean an understanding of a place and its people. Even at home, I'm drawn to adventurers, explorers, the kind of open-minded curiosity which prompts people to step outside their comfort zone. The experiences of others inform my writing and ever-evolving world view.

As a guest, I am respectful, self-sufficient, and flexible re: more or less time spent with hosts. I can offer my conversation and modest cooking skills. Please note that due to a severe allergy, I can't stay with cats.

Interests

• writing
• politics
• reading
• piano
• hiking
• canoeing
• languages
• learning
• climbing
• healthcare
• neuropsychology
• vanlife
• acrylics

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

- Traveled Canada and the US in a van for six months
- Wrote a play that received a full production
- Wrote speeches for government

What I Can Share with Hosts

Our company. Our stories. Some mediocre piano playing. A meal. A sketch.

Countries I’ve Visited

Italy, Switzerland, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Canada, France