Hi there, I'm Rick. Currently, I reside in a two-bedroom apartment with fully equipped kitchen, with little living room furniture but has Tv cable and internet, my private bedroom is fully furnished, the spare bedroom is totally empty except the mattress and bedding (but has a private bath). I'm moving a couple of blocks away in Oct/Nov. I'm down to earth, fifty percent German (spent childhood in Europe), and the other half Italian. I do love to travel and get away as often as possible...34 countries and counting. Whether it's a spur of the moment weekend or a week somewhere sunny. I enjoy great conversation, Netflix, and am fine hanging out in companionable silence. I have a passion and a soft spot for children, animals, and nature. I'm blessed with a sweet, smart, and happy son who is away at college. I'm straight forward, honest, tidy, and seek the same. I enjoy discovering small new restaurants, hiking (training for 2020 Camino), live music, hosting dinner parties, used bookstores, the outdoors, and spending time with family and friends. I'm incredibly passionate about my family, world issues (non-Republican), learning, and new experiences. I have my stuff together and am emotionally healthy and happy.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I enjoy meeting all people and when I travel try to stay with the locals.

Music, Movies, and Books

Bruno, Chief of Police Series, 14 primary works • 18 total works, Bruno is the Chief of Police (in fact, the only police officer) in the small town of St. Denis, France.
Lonely Planet travel guides, Moon Guides

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Packed my own chute and jumped out of a helicopter, scuba dive the coral sea, raised a sweet and happy son.

Teach, Learn, Share

Amature chef and gardener

What I Can Share with Hosts

I love Portland and would be happy to give you tips on sights to see. I have lived in Portland for 20 plus years, also Seattle, Tacoma, Vancouver, San Diego, Chicago, Austin, and Virginia.

Countries I’ve Visited

Andorra, Australia, Austria, Bahamas, Barbados, Belgium, Belize, Canada, Cuba, Czech Republic, Dominica, Egypt, France, Germany, Honduras, Italy, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Martinique, Mexico, Monaco, Morocco, Netherlands, Netherlands Antilles, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Saint Martin (French part), Spain, Switzerland, Venezuela, Virgin Islands, British

Countries I’ve Lived In

Germany