CURRENT MISSION

I dont really have a mission other than helping people out and in meeting some cool people...oh and getting some sleep too if possible. That is the main point of this site free places to crash right?

ABOUT ME

I like the little things in life such as friends, cats, beards, music, useless conversations/observations, people watching( like watching from a cafe or park not like through someones window people watching), biking, eating, talking about cats, friendly arguments/discussions, boats, beer, long walks, swimming, petting cats, movies, talking about movies, hiking, did I mention I like cats? I should really have mentioned the things I dont like because I pretty much like everything or I am at least willing to try.

PHILOSOPHY

Life is a garden dig it ! ? (that can be an exclamation or question...very open for interpretation)

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I am on couchsurfing to help other experience the world and to experience the world myself.

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

I have helped host 4 people so far and only in China. I loved it and think this will become a fun way to meet people and introduce them to the cities I love.

Interests

I love everything in the world or at least I understand why it exists. So my interests are essentially everything.

• cats
• culture
• beer
• gardening
• movies
• traveling
• socializing
• music
• cycling
• hiking
• swimming

Music, Movies, and Books

I seriously almost like everything. I really dont feel like listing them so if we meet up lets leave this to talk about.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

You know the stories of a woman whose love for her child is so strong that she can lift a car in order to save her child? I believe it is called "Hysterical strength". Although not recognized in medical academia I have personally experienced this phenomena. A few years ago my brother and I were hiking after a storm and a freshly downed tree was waning by the river. Being men we though it was a good idea to push the tree in and ride it down the river. Not a good idea. The tree decided to slam and pin my brother against a rock. With no other options available and time wasting I was forced to attempt to lift the 1/4 ton tree off of him. With every ounce of my strength I successfully lifted the tree off his body in order for him to escape. Seeing as I am not an overly physically strong person this feat to me always sticks out and reminds me of the true power and strong spirit that is the human mind.

Teach, Learn, Share

I want to teach people that Americans are great people and we typically just like to have a good time. Americans who travel also seem to be more open minded to cultures and ideas than Americans who do not. I want to learn about other people cultures and ideas on life. I love learning the differences between cultures. In my opinion it is our differences that make human life and culture so beautiful and vibrant. I want to share...anything cause it becomes a good story and when I am old and grey my grandchildren will cherish these stories just as I cherished my grandfathers stories.

What I Can Share with Hosts

A nice chill spot to relax and good location to see Pittsburgh. Maybe some porch beers and local bar introductions.

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Belgium, Canada, China, England, France, Germany, Hungary, India, Ireland, Italy, Mexico, Netherlands, Northern Ireland, Romania, Slovenia, Spain, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

China, United States