Hello world.

Would love to introduce myself.

Me llamo Michael.

I have a profound love for art, music, culture and learning. In my past travels I came across a fellow Parisian that whimsically, and unbeknownst to him, stated what would become a mantra I hold so dear ; "Art is permanence in a temporary life". I truly enjoy digesting the passage of our previous generations' feelings, techniques and climate via various mediums whether song, dance, film, painting, sculpture.

Another mantra I hold very close to the breast is by a man we all know, Albert Einstein, and states "Creativity is intelligence having fun". That means so much to me as it marries both sides of the brain for an ultimate output that is more far reaching that one side alone.

Things I value and hold dear are a sense of humor, solidarity, and empathy. Those three traits can really check the box across various personalities and, in my opinion, really drive communities towards a better more progressive world.

If were to describe myself I would say I am a bit of a goofball who loves witty dialogue. Lets talk about anything and everything! I truly believe in forgiveness and try to be a person that carries both love and forgiveness present as much as I can humanely mustard. I am also very easy going, respectful and open to new experiences.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I am on couchsurfing to experience traveling from a different perspective. To make new connections and share space and experiences with this community.

Interests

• arts
• writing
• photography
• music festivals
• beer
• yoga
• reading
• traveling
• music
• live music
• guitar
• cycling
• hiking
• beaches
• food
• nature
• football
• tv shows
• film
• playing guitar
• craft beer
• museums

Music, Movies, and Books

Music- Talking Heads, Radiohead, Bon Iver, Spoon, Red Hot Chili Peppers

Movies- Children of Men, Fight Club, The Departed, Full Metal Jacket, No Country For Old Men, There Will Be Blood, American Beauty, Pulp Fiction, The Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, Man on the Moon.

Books- The Great Gatsby, Post Office, Breakfast of Champions.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Move to New York City!

Teach, Learn, Share

I can teach guitar, piano, music theory.

I want to learn anything you are willing to teach.

Share space, laughter, beer and good food.

Countries I’ve Visited

Canada, France, Italy, United Kingdom, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States