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Overview

  • 4 references
  • Fluent in Afrikaans, English
  • 40, Male
  • Member since 2013
  • Just quit a career of 8 years as a chef to pursue my true...
  • From electrical engineering and IT to cooking and hospita...
  • From Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa
  • Profile 95% complete

About Me

CURRENT MISSION

To live.

ABOUT ME

There isn't much to say. I am fairly quiet and laid back. I don't do well in crowds and could seem shy at first. Perhaps I am.

For too long have I worked and studied full time. I have forgotten what it is to be social and to interact. I am hoping to change that, dramatically.

PHILOSOPHY

Be kind.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

I am unable to host at the moment as I am travelling. However, I do like to meet other surfers, to swap stories and do some exploring together.

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

I am completely new to couchsurfing and must admit that I find the idea somewhat daunting, yet exciting.

Interests

Literature, especially creative non-fiction, poetry, and anything that looks deeper into the human aspect; philosophically, physically, psychologically and spiritually.

I love fishing and cycling. Both are to me like meditation. Soul-cleansing, it is.

I am an amateur photographer, but alas, I am much better at photo-editing than photo-taking.

Music, Movies, and Books

I listen mostly to metal, but, however, my favourite band by far is Counting Crows.

I love poetry and philosophy, and prefer non-fiction books over fantasy.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I once rescued a kitten from starvation, and also a puppy Jack Russel from abusive owners. I have adopted both. Despite having seen many beautiful things in different countries, helping people and animals are above all more important to me and holds to me the most value and meaning.

Teach, Learn, Share

I believe that each of us have lots to teach and lots to learn in any given situation. We just need to be willing.

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, Botswana, Malaysia, Singapore, Swaziland, United Kingdom

Countries I’ve Lived In

Australia, South Africa, United Kingdom

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