CURRENT MISSION

Working in the field of International Education and creating home in Portland, OR

PHILOSOPHY

“Happiness consists in realizing it is all a great strange dream”
― Jack Kerouac

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

To be part of an international community of travelers. I've been fortunate to see many parts of the world, and have been graciously welcomed in many homes. I strongly resonate with the nomadic lifestyle, and believe it is important to share and provide support when possible.

Interests

Traveling, Reading, Hiking and Outdoors, Listening To Music, Intelligent Conversation, Gardening, Motorcycle Rides, Skiing, Yoga, Bonfires

• education
• yoga
• gardening
• reading
• traveling
• music
• outdoor activities
• hiking
• camping
• skiing
• teaching

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: Jazz, Funk, Soul, Classic & Psychedelic Rock, Bluegrass, Downtempo Electronic, Folk

Authors: Kerouac, Robbins, Eggers, Hemmingway, H.S.Thompson, Sedaris, Kundera, H.H.D.L...

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Lot of amazing stories from all corners of the globe.

Teach, Learn, Share

I have worked for the past decade in experiential and international education. I have lived and taught English in Bali, worked at a wilderness camp N.Carolina, led gapyear semesters to South America, Central America, India, and East Africa, worked at a shelter for runaway youth, and now finding home in Portland, OR.

What I Can Share with Hosts

When available, I have a guestroom in my 2-bedroom house. I also have a wealth of knowledge about great spots to explore in Portland. I also have a wide network of friends and colleagues across the globe, and might be able to connect you with one of them as well...

Countries I’ve Visited

Barbados, Bermuda, Canada, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Czech Republic, Ecuador, El Salvador, France, Germany, Guatemala, Honduras, India, Italy, Jamaica, Mexico, Netherlands, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru, Rwanda, Saint Lucia, Spain, Switzerland, Tanzania, Thailand, Uganda, United Kingdom, Virgin Islands, British, Virgin Islands, U.S.

Countries I’ve Lived In

Indonesia, United States