My wife (Ann) and I are backpacking around Europe by train and bus for a month. We love meeting people - to listen and share.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

We love meeting people and getting a more real experience than standard tourist places provide (and tbh budget is limited!)

Interests

Ann is a sign language interpreter, I have a small software business; our daughters have recently flown from the nest - so it is time for us to have adventures :-)

• yoga
• jazz
• sign language
• people
• places
• drumming
• philosophical conversations

Music, Movies, and Books

We love lots of things, some names that spring to mind are: Jack Johnson, Nina Simone, Galt MacDermot, the Eels; The Catcher In The Rye, Prayer for Owen Meany, Where The Crawdads Sing; The Matrix (just the first one), Casablanca, Amelie, Shawshank Redemption (like everyone)

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Life is full of lots of lovely & amazing things, our favourite moments are around sharing, connecting and appreciating.

Teach, Learn, Share

Ann can teach some British Sign Language; I drum in a community samba band - though don't know if I'm good enough to teach :-) We are open to learning about living in different places and cultures

What I Can Share with Hosts

Friendly chat plus we're happy to get in some food or drinks - we're also hoping to return the favour by hosting in our home in beautiful Bath

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, Belgium, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Malta, Netherlands, New Zealand, Philippines, Slovenia, Taiwan, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

New Zealand, United Kingdom