CURRENT MISSION

To leave the world a better place than when I found it.

ABOUT ME

I am an outgoing and adventurous person with a passion for learning anything and everything. I love experimenting and trying new things. I'm also a little crazy, but don't worry, I don't bite. Often.

PHILOSOPHY

I live my life to help improve the lives of others. I believe in the power of the mind and the human spirit. A combination of wisdom and truly selfless intentions are the only way to improve the world in which we live. Hmm... I sound like I'm from the '60s.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

I'm new to couchsurfing! Be nice to me!

Interests

Computers / IT is my work. I work on eCommerce and web systems. I have also recently gotten into graphic design.

I am also into skiing/snowboarding, photography, rock climbing, scuba diving, hiking and setting things on fire.

I am fascinated by the world around me. Not just the natural world, but the man made one too. I am equally happy creeping through a rainforest observing the fauna and flora as I am walking through ancient streets in ancient cities, while setting ancient buildings on fire.

I have a passion for learning. Not anything in particular, but I like learning about everything. The more I learn, the more I realize just how much I have yet to learn. I have a huge collection of books that are great for setting on fire.

I have an avid interest in the sciences. While I don't have formal education in any of the scientific fields, I keep up to date with the latest developments by reading journals and publications whenever I get a chance. I can spend hours researching topics, so long as I end up learning a new way to start a fire.

I also keep up to date on world politics and economics. I read BBC World News, CNN and various local papers from around the world at least several times a week. I take a keen interest in economics and business, and I maintain a small share portfolio partly for fun and partly as an investment. One day I hope to sell my shares and use the funds to make a gigantic wooden pyramid. Which I will set on fire.

In short, I am interested in just about everything you can imagine. Except tabloid magazines. When I find them, I immediately set them on fire.

Ok ok, I'm kidding about the fire thing. No really, don't be scared, it's a joke.

• books
• design
• graphic design
• photography
• education
• walking
• politics
• news
• reading
• traveling
• hiking
• scuba diving
• skiing
• snowboarding
• rock climbing
• business
• economics
• teaching

Music, Movies, and Books

If it's not tabloid junk, then I'll watch it, listen to it or read it. And then set it on fire.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

When we were living in Saudi Arabia we once went traveling in a 4x4 around the desert. Sleeping under the night sky in the desert is amazing.

Teach, Learn, Share

I want to learn about anything that you want to tell me about, and would be happy to teach you anything that I can offer. I can pick my nose with my big toe.

Alternatively, I could take you scuba diving, rock climbing, snow boarding or just sit down and have a long chat (in front of a huge fire).

Countries I’ve Visited

France, Germany, Italy, Malaysia, Netherlands, New Zealand, Singapore, South Africa, Thailand, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom

Countries I’ve Lived In

Australia, Saudi Arabia

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