I am married with two children who have now left home. My daughter introduced me to couch surfing as a way to meet people from around the world and help them enjoy their travels.

I am not much in to technology because I really like to communicate with people face to face. I love asking questions, being asked questions, discussing all sorts of stuff.

I am a fitness instructor for over 50s because I believe in keeping active and fit and enjoying your entire life, no matter how old you are. I became a track and field athlete at 37 and started learning Spanish when I was 43, because I think it is never too late to begin something.

I get involved in a lot of volunteer work because I know how much people appreciate it and I donate freely to grass root charitable organisations because I know how much it means to them.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

My daughter is a Couchsurfing host and showed me the joys of hosting people and showing them around. Now she has left home, I have plenty of room and would like to continue hosting.

Interests

Speaking with people, learning languages and helping new arrivals to Australia learn English. I also enjoy good food and wine!

• dining
• wine
• fitness
• athlete
• instructor
• volunteer work
• socializing
• track and field
• languages
• volunteering

Music, Movies, and Books

I don't like to sit down for long enough to enjoy them. I prefer talking to people and being active.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Became a track and field athlete at 37 yrs old

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, Cambodia, Canada, Chile, Ecuador, England, Fiji, France, French Polynesia, Italy, Japan, Morocco, New Zealand, Peru, Spain, Turkey, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Australia