I am a fun-loving nature-lover. I'm into the environment too (of course). The world is a beautiful place and I hope to be able to see as much of it as possible. I was hoping to visit Syria and before I could do it, look what's happened. So, for the last couple of years I've done some amount of travelling before we lose more countries.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I love travel and I would love to meet up with like-minded people through couchsurfing. I've only just registered and have not couchsurfed yet.

Interests

I love writing and photography. I am a nature-lover. I spend many a happy day at London's Kew Gardens either photographing something or just being with nature. I cherish the environment.

• writing
• photography
• environment
• marathon
• running
• traveling
• tourism

Music, Movies, and Books

At the risk of sounding boring, I love the classics but I also read modern authors. I'm into semi-autobiographical novels, thrillers and historical novels. Among many others, I love Somerset Maugham, Graham Greene, JG Ballard, and Anthony Burgess probably because they have written about the East. I also love the Indian authors like Kiran Desai and Amitav Ghosh

As for music, classical and ballards (hey, I am 59, after all!).

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Well, I am trying to get back to writing as a career and it is tough going but I am plodding on. But, for me, completing the London Marathon is one of my greatest achievement especially after I was told to stop running because of injury.

Teach, Learn, Share

I teach English so those of you who are not very fluent, don't worry. A few days with me and you'll see an improvement in your English skills.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I am a great guide so perhaps I can take you to see London.

Countries I’ve Visited

Cambodia, China, Finland, France, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Morocco, Netherlands, Singapore, Spain, Thailand, Turkey

Countries I’ve Lived In

Malaysia