I am open-minded, humble, generous, and naturally curious about the world. I am laid back, enjoy being positive, laugh often, and tend to be a realistic dreamer. I am fairly spontaneous, but remain stable and grounded, Sharing stories drives my curiosity and interest of people...and look forward to hearing some of yours.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I have been fortunate to travel to a significant number of countries in the world, and most my experiences have been shaped by people I have met. People that have taken me in, and allowed me to embrace their culture. I feel good being able to offer that back, and also for any travelers who just want to be thrifty, I can totally relate, I don't mind sharing my home with like-minded people and willing to offer a real tour of the eclectic vibe of Minneapolis ...I am fairly new to hosting, I know my friends would say I'm a great host...I am also taking a road trip west this summer, and plan to couchsurf and would like to experience hosting a bit until then, and new experiences in general

Interests

Travel, philosophy, eco-culture, playing soccer, biking, hiking, kayaking, running, camping, art, whiskey/beer, karaoke, music, reading, writing, sharing/hearing stories, good times.

• arts
• culture
• writing
• beer
• running
• reading
• traveling
• music
• karaoke
• cycling
• hiking
• kayaking
• camping
• soccer

Music, Movies, and Books

Music-Fleet Foxes, FJM, The XX, Twin Shadow, Crystal Castles, Lord Huron, Future Islands, James Vincent McMorrow, War on Drugs, New Order, Beach House, Ben E King, Otis Redding, Delorean, Local Natives, Arctic Monkeys, Warpaint, Cut Copy, Band of Skulls, Bear in Heaven, Slowdive, Ryan Adams, Wilco, My Morning Jacket, old 60's, much more...

Books- Kerouac, Patterson, GRRM, McCarthy, Emerson, Lonely Planets, and Vice style journalism...

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Traveling solo in Asia.

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Belgium, Cambodia, Canada, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Laos, Mexico, Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland, Thailand, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

France, Thailand