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Overview

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  • Fluent in English; learning Spanish
  • 39, Male
  • Member since 2011
  • Business Development in IT
  • Bachelor of Arts
  • From IA, USA
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About Me

Hello! I am a resident of the United States and have recently set out on a long journey through Europe and eventually into Asia. I have been on the road for over a month now. I started out in Mallorca with friends, but and going to be doing volunteer work as well as visiting different parts of Europe over the next few months. I am always interested in learning more about local culture and the people associated with it. I am a native English speaker and speak Spanish at about 50% fluency. I am still working on it. I am just a wandering spirit that is looking to create lasting connections with the people I meet and to bring some of my perspectives to the conversation. Ask me anything... I never get offended!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Again, I feel that this is a very interesting way to meet new people and explore the culture of a country beyond the bus lines and the typical tourist hot spots. I am friendly, outgoing, and sometimes can be funny. However, I enjoy long serious conversations that go far deeper than a simple anecdote. I would love to know more about people.

Interests

  • arts
  • writing
  • cooking
  • wine
  • beer
  • gardening
  • boating
  • movies
  • reading
  • music
  • sports
  • mountain climbing
  • the ocean
  • graphic novels

Music, Movies, and Books

Favorite Music - Soul, Bluegrass, Acid Rock, Motown
Movie - Shawshank Redemption or Batman (Michael Keaton..yeah I'm still a kid)
Book - The Jungle by Upton Sinclair (Great Read!)

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I once biked halfway across the United States on a pedal bicycle alone.

Teach, Learn, Share

I can help teach with English and practice. I want to learn more about culture and the food of the region. Nothing is more cultural than experiencing what people eat.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can share good company, lively conversation, cooking, travel tips or anything you might be interested in knowing about the United States of America (for comedic purposes or serious purposes lol...)

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Fiji, France, Germany, Italy, Mexico, New Zealand, Poland, Spain

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States

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