California Writer who also can make wine disappear so what's your superpower?😉

PHILOSOPHY
Helping others, challenging myself, exploring new horizons, and looking to bring out the best in every new person I encounter.

"You can never cross the ocean unless you have the courage to lose sight of the shore" Andre Gide

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

To continue traveling learning/growing by experiencing life in different regions, among a variety of many cultures through a multitude of people.

Interests

Meeting new people, traveling, hiking, playing tennis, beach volleyball, cooking, salsa and tango dancing, singing karaoke, attending music and independent film festivals, tattoos, piercings, writing poetry, and doing stand up comedy.

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: alternative and classic hard rock, blues, jazz, Bob Marley Reggae, electronic some good house, techno, trance, punk, light metal.

Movies: Braveheart, Das Boot, Saving Private Ryan, October Sky, Remember The Titans, The Pursuit of Happiness, Good Will Hunting, The Bourne Identity Series, The Constant Gardner, and Renaissance Man..

Books: How I Found Freedom in an Unfree World by Harry Browne Learned Optimism by Martin Seligman, The Intelligent Investor by Benjamin Graham, The Red Badge of Courage by Stephen Crane, The Firm by John Grisham, A History of Knowledge by Charles Van Doren...The 5 Love Languages by Gary Chapman 52 Weeks of Amazing Sex by Ian Kerner Ph.D. How to Make Love All Night(and Drive a Woman Wild) by Barbara Keelsling Ph.D. Ageing and Sexuality Your 21st Century Guide To Lifelong Sensuality by Dr. Eve,

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Hiked 14 miles through the Grand Canyon in 1 day. Also had the privilege of celebrating with the native American Indians of The Hopi Nation in Albuquerque, New Mexico.

What I Can Share with Hosts

My travel stories/experiences, potentially lasting friendships, and an all-around easy-going memorable couch-surfing stay!

Countries I’ve Visited

Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Germany, Mexico, Moldova, Poland, Romania, Serbia, South Africa, Sweden, Ukraine

Countries I’ve Lived In

Germany, Poland, South Africa, Ukraine, United States