CURRENT MISSION

to circumnavigate the globe and fill the world with smiles

ABOUT ME

I'm a lover of fun and connoisseur of new experiences. For me, traveling and meeting new people are the most enriching experiences in life.

I'm an academic, and a wanderer; a socialist, and a queer; a small town boy, and a global citizen.

PHILOSOPHY

Living in the moment, fully and honestly--this is true happiness.

I'll try anything (at least three times)

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

When I first heard about Couchsurfing, it was one of those 'Ah-ha' moments--It's absolutely brilliant. I've been hopping around for the last couple years living in communal living spaces. Thus, I haven't had a good opportunity to host lately.

In September, I quit my job in San Francisco, I packed up all my things and sold what didn't fit. I'm traveling for the next year or two to learn about different cultures, and ways of living. For me, the exchange of past experiences, and creating new ones, is what Couchsurfing is all about.

Eventually, I'll settle down again and I'll open up the most comfy couch you've ever seen. Someday you'll visit me, and I'll cook you too much food, and it will be wonderful :)

Interests

Backpacking, Cooking, Learning, Traveling, Yoga, Biking, Skiing, Scuba Diving, Gay Culture, Beer Drinking, Evolution, World Music, Living at Sea, Partying, The Wilderness, Wandering, Getting Lost, Being Free

New Experiences--show me!

Our parents told us not to play with our food, but when given the opportunity, I can happily spend an entire day playing in the kitchen. I love cooking, I love eating, I love learning how to cook new things, and I love just simply playing :)

• culture
• dining
• cooking
• beer
• yoga
• partying
• drinking
• traveling
• music
• world music
• cycling
• backpacking
• scuba diving
• skiing
• biology
• religion

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I'm sure you'll find something in the archives :)

Teach, Learn, Share

I will gladly entertain conversations about Evolutionary Biology, Sexual Health and HIV, Gay Culture, and the Natural World. I've spent most of my time over the last 5 years studying, learning, and experiencing these topics.

I'm always curious to learn about new foods, local beer, and your culture (whatever it is). At the moment I'm particularly intrigued by eastern philosophies/religions.

The exchange of Philosophies and Worldviews (over a beer, or not) is the best gift to share.

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, Austria, Belgium, Canada, China, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Italy, Mexico, Netherlands, Switzerland, United Kingdom

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States

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