First off, thank you for visiting my profile! I am kind new to Couchsurfing . I’ve been an active member since 2016 . (Though I briefly Joined back in 2007-09 went inactive )
I have a favor to ask , please read all the way to the end of my profile.. Thanks
I work full-time in Chicago as well as around the Chicagoland area . I have a deep passion for humane treatment of the elderly , to each other,the homeless, and Animals alike.
I live by this simple Yet sometimes ignored Virtue: “Treat others as you would want to be treated!”
I also grew up only a block from the Ocean in
Riviera Beach,Florida (Near WPB,Fla.)
I truly have a daily passion for preserving the Ocean and all the amazing creatures /mammals that live in it especially Dolphins .
Truly, I Yearn and wholeheartedly I love To be in the water whether I’m Diving , snorkeling , surfing or merely swimming . I also Am a Plant /Gardening/Horticulture Nut!
Honestly, I love seeing plants in bloom as well as personally growing , grafting and learning more about plants Horticulture/Agronomy
This is one is one of my Favorite Hobbies
Most importantly , like most of us ,
I also am still searching to find my true meaning in this very short life
I am a extremely compassionate caring thoughtful respectful person and I only hope that the next person that I meet is also the same.
Although, I do know that people have different experiences and our affected in different ways
I try my best to accept everyone for their life experiences and differences.
It’s Encouraging to know that we all can learn a lot from each other. I will always try to be there for everybody when I can ; I would only hope that others would be mutual in a positive light
Realistically, if others can’t relate to these expectations I understand people have a lot going on in life. The one main thing I do ask is to be as upfront and honest as you possible as one can when meeting each other either at a C.S. event or just in life.
Peace and Many blessings
Best to to you All!🏻
The world breaks everyone, and afterward, some are strong at the broken places.
Happiness in intelligent people is the rarest thing I know. E.H.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I have been inspired by the unique experiences from Other Couchsurfers. A unique and ingenious approach when meeting New People . To wholeheartedly make new connections and build sincere healthy lasting Friendships Let is Try best to have Positive communication through an inspired Thoughtful approach while meeting one another. Its easier than one may think!
I hope to also Make new Friends, and connections while Networking Business prospects . I am eager to learn and explore other cultures here in Chicago, in the USA and around the Globe
I am excited about what the future beholds.
I dream to Travel more with my Job and to discover new amazing people places/countries!
I have equal Respect for all ethnicities, cultures religions,
BTW One Important note:
I Am A Single STRAIGHT Italian/Irish/English Mixed . Heterosexual Gentleman!
Please respect my Choice. Thank you
Happy Couchsurfing to Everyone
May God Bless You Always in all that you do !🏻

Interests

• arts
• books
• singing
• performing arts
• photography
• music festivals
• movies
• music
• live music
• classical music
• hiking
• backpacking
• snorkeling
• skiing
• snowboarding
• rock climbing
• swimming
• art history
• history
• historic sites
• mountain biking
• theatre
• biking
• church
• diving
• museums
• free diving
• plays
• tree climbing
• old movies
• bible
• churches
• musical theatre
• street photography
• downhill mountain biking

Music, Movies, and Books

Too many to Name: I’ll try :
Music: Most Local Blues Music ,Christian Contemporary, Classic Rock, some 80's , 90's Rock/Blues Soul Rock Elvis,James Brown, Fats Domino, J Coletrain Buddy Miles , J Hendrix, Stevie R Vaughn, Led Zeppelin, The Jeff Beck Group, Cream.’,
Indie Rock, Some R& B (Not big into RAP Except classic RunDMC, Beastie Boys/Outcast /Digital -Beck, Cake , Depeche Mode, etc.
Some Punk- Bjork Ramones, Butthole Surfers
GreenDay
Some Grunge, Pearl Jam, Soundgarden, Temple Of the Dog STP, NIN, Ministry , DaViD Bowie, Iggy Pop,
Classical, Mozart , Beethoven some new rare Classic Country Johnny Cash, M.Haggard, Dolly Parton etc. Bluegrass :Doc Watson, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band
Ricky Skaggs Keller Williams
Movies : Classic Movies: The Third Man,Citizen Kane, Touch of Evil, The Lady from Shanghai, The Night Train to Munich, High Noon, Fistful of Dollars, The Birds Gone With The Wind, The Treasure of the Sierra Madre Wizard of Oz, The Untouchables,Some Star Wars, E.T. Labyrinth, War Movies : The Bridge on the River Kwai,All Quiet on the Western Front, Apocalypse Now, Platoon ,Fury Documentaries The Search for Titanic , Jacousteau Searching the Deep Ernest Hemingway - A misunderstood man yet a genius multi talented Author A Farewell to Arms
The Old Man and the Sea The Sun Also RisesFor Whom the Bell Tolls The Nick Adams Stories A Clean Well Lighted Place GARDEN OF EDEN
Harper Lee To Kill A Mockingbird
Go Set A Watchman William Faulkner A Rose For Emily The Sound and The Fury As I Lay Dying CS Lewis Mere Christianity The Screwtape Letters The Allegory Of Love The Chronicles Of Narnia JRR Tolkien George Orwell Edgar Allan Poe The Raven
The Tell Tale Story The Fall of the House Of Usher Herman Melville Jk Rowling Agatha Christie Too many More to list!

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I trained and Completed the 2013 Chicago Marathon.!I Free dived with a school of Hammerhead Sharks along the 7 mile bridge in the Fla.Keyes in Florida

Teach, Learn, Share

I have many years of experience as a Swimming Instructor for Infants to Adults!🏼 Also I am a Passionate and Avid Snowboarder and Skier
I’m also a Snowboard Instructor and Enthusiast.
I can help you overcome your fears if you want to take on a new challenge .
I have personally experienced like no other the unique and amazing exhilarating release while skiing/snowboarding.
Overall, its a positive soothing release in our Souls when we become one with nature breathing in the outdoors while snowboarding,skiing, hiking , climbing etc. or simply walking and exploring a new town or State park .

What I Can Share with Hosts

My life experiences , the unique Jobs and the various life challenges I’ve encountered .
I have been told I am a creative and Passionate Cook
As well as a loyal ,kind friend with a peaceful soul !
I am driven and easy going at the same time
Life is only Temporary. Let’s share our Bright Light with others in this challenging and at times Dim World We all together can transcend the beauty of Peace, Joy, Happiness and Love!
We all are more than capable to Work/Play together to make the best of this amazing cherished amazing life! Uplifting one another globally, even in the good and bad times alike. Inspiring each other always to stay positive even during the most challenging times . Thanks for stopping by my page
Lets us all strive to always be Kind , Caring. And Loving toward each other !.
I personally wish the best to You All
Who are ready to live life to the fullest here on this amazing Platform: AKA:
The CouchSurfing International Community
I wish only the best to those who are willing to smile and experience the Beauty of this exciting precious Life ...Godspeed🏻🏼

Countries I’ve Visited

Bahamas, Ecuador, Mexico, Peru, Puerto Rico, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States