I'm just your regular nerdy guy who's not so much an outdoorsman, but I always miss the beach -- I blame my landlocked city. When going drinking, I'd avoid bars with loud music. And to quote Carolyn Porco loosely, there are no high-maintenance items in my house of any kind (yet) -- pets, plants, or wifes.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

You can only learn so much about a place or a country by following tours. I find that you'll be able to discover so much more by following a native guide, a person that also happens to be generous enough to share his or her home/experience with you during your visit.

Interests

• writing
• running
• technology
• video games
• reading
• music
• cycling
• science
• gadgets

Music, Movies, and Books

Music
I listen to music of all genres, from classical to bossa nova to heavy metal, though I'm not that into pop. I lean more towards Led Zeppelin- and Pink Floyd-like music.

Movies
I also watch movies of all genres (except romcoms), but I prefer those that are more cerebral and with loads of 'feels'. My go-to favorite movie, when someone asks, will always be The Shawshank Redemption.

Books
I love reading, but more towards non-fiction stuff. Have been trying to delve into fiction these days, and what better way to torture myself than to start with the 1913 translation of Dostoyevsky's The Idiot?

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Not much, but I do know magic tricks. :)

Teach, Learn, Share

I have an unrealistic goal to learn a few of the most spoken languages in the world and am currently learning Spanish. In return, I know my way around consumer technology quite well and could show you how to fix your computer.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Can't cook, but I can do the dishes. Don't mind sharing stories and cultures from my country/city too.

Countries I’ve Visited

Indonesia, Thailand

Countries I’ve Lived In

Malaysia