I'm a high spirited, outgoing, lover of all people places and things. I adore the outdoors, and I often stop to stare at the clouds for a while. I'm poised on edge for any adventure that may arise - so lets do something.

CURRENT MISSION:
Recently my current mission changed from traveling around the world to settling into Barcelona. Hopefully very soon I'll be able to start hosting guests!

PHILOSOPHY:
I could say a lot, but it's not that complicated. Occupy your reality, and see the beauty in others.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I have yet to host anyone, but I do want to return the favor once I'm settled down. For now, I want to catch a glimpse into the lives of the most incredible people from around the world who understand hospitality and kindness - aka you all!

Interests

Playing guitar, gardening, surfing, laughing. hiking, running, walking, meandering, wassailing - anything on my feet, really.

• culture
• beauty
• beer
• running
• walking
• gardening
• guitar
• outdoor activities
• hiking
• surfing
• tours

Music, Movies, and Books

MUSIC:
I grew up listening to the Beatles, James Taylor and Norah Jones, but I've deviated a little into all genres - mostly blues and jazz with some interest in folk, americana, and alt rock. But I also like some classical, Spanish guitar, old hip hop, modern pop, and the occasional trance.

MOVIES:
I'm horrible with remembering movie titles, and even worse with directors. But I am a Tarantino fan. I'm more into trilogies and series than movies. Star Wars, obviously... I also like some mellow dramas too, as well as some cringe worthy. Favorite movie, though, is Eternal Sunshine On the Spotless Mind.

BOOKS:
For philosophy I liked Nietzsche's Thus Spoke Zarathustra, and Plato's Apology. I like Hume and Locke, but philosophy of religion isn't really my jam. Decarte is cool, but only because he's kinda crazy. I enjoy reading philosophy, but some are too much. Like all of Kant's Critiques... For travel fiction I really liked Laurie Lee's As I Walked Out One Midsummer Morning, as well as Kerouac's On the Road.
For straight fiction I like modern coming-of-age classics like Catcher in the Rye and Alice in Wonderland. Everything Hemingway. I've really been into James Joyce recently. Also Rudyard Kipling.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I once leaped from the Kinbane headland into the Inner Seas off the West Coast of Scotland in January. It was cold.

Teach, Learn, Share

TEACH:
Guitar. And I like teaching English. But I love teaching guitar. So if you have one let's break it out.

LEARN:
I'd love to learn some language and culture - especially the colloquial stuff. And I'm a big fan of walking tours.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Enthusiasm! Along with some kickass stories.

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, Austria, Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, Germany, Greece, Iceland, India, Ireland, Italy, Nepal, Netherlands, Northern Ireland, Saint Martin (French part), Sri Lanka, United Kingdom, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Italy, Northern Ireland, United States