CURRENT MISSION

Braking from the norm

ABOUT ME

Well, I'm sort of a lost soul, actually. I've always wanted to see the world, but have never found the time to do enough of that. I would like to start changing that. I'm looking to perhaps find a new path in life, and I would like to meet new people, have new experiences and figure that out. I would love to network with people who are making a difference in the world. I'm particularly interested in environmental causes. But what will really matter to whoever is reading this is that I'm just a nice easy-going guy who is easy to get along with and who enjoys good company. :) (I should confess to being a bit reserved, though)

PHILOSOPHY

Simplicity. Don't want for much and try to do good.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

Still figuring that out.

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

Far too little so far. One delightful afternoon in Sao Paulo before returning to my grind away life as a researcher, and exchanged a few messages. But now I'm a free man since my company went out of business, so I look forward to changing this. :)

Interests

Hiking, camping and doing just about anything outdoors.
I also like being around town to absorb the culture and catch the sights, museums or whatever. Really, I like doing just about anything with nice people.

• culture
• causes
• running
• reading
• outdoor activities
• hiking
• kayaking
• spelunking
• camping
• business
• chemistry
• beaches

Music, Movies, and Books

Mostly I read nonfiction. World affairs and current events, and science and technology. But on occasions I will read a good novel. I like Milan Kundera's books.

I like all kinds of movies, but I tire of over the top Hollywood action sometimes. I particularly like SciFi and suspense thrillers, and I actually like chic flicks.

Though I certainly like music, and people will often hear me whistling tunes at work, I don't really keep up with the scene. I enjoy all kinds of genres. Classic Rock and Classical are what I listen to most, but blues, jazz, regae, ragtime...it's all good. Not too into the rap, though...and I don't care for much vulgarity in the lyrics.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Island hopping by kayak and beach camping in the British/US Virgin Islands was an awesome adventure. I've had a lot of fun caving back in Missouri. And one word...Brazil. The people and country are amazing, and Iguacu Falls will knock your socks off.

Teach, Learn, Share

I could teach you chemistry, but then you would probably run away. lol.

Countries I’ve Visited

Argentina, Belize, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Costa Rica, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Guatemala, Italy, Mexico, Paraguay, Peru, Spain, Switzerland, Virgin Islands, British, Virgin Islands, U.S.

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States

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