Raised on an exotic game and cattle ranch outside a small town in Texas. Fortunate to be born to a family that loves traveling and haven't stopped seeking adventures around the world since then. My most profound experience was serving in the Peace Corps in Paraguay for two years and the place that has most resonated with me, as of writing this, are the wilderness of Alaska.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

to experience the generosity that I hope to one day be able to provide others

Interests

• exploring new places
• meeting new people
• eating new foods
• all things outdoors
• drinking with strangers
• discussing complex issues with new friends
• meditating on my journey
• appreciating life

Music, Movies, and Books

Books that will appear in my future library: "The Four Agreements" by Don Miguel Ruiz, "Way of the Peaceful Warrior" by Dan Millman, "Yes Man" by Danny Wallace, "Ishmael" by Daniel Quinn, "Bird by Bird" by Anne Lamott, "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan, "The Humanure Handbook" by Joseph Jenkins, "Kitchen Top Counter Cooking School" by Kathleen Flinn, "Eleven Minutes" by Paulo Coelho, "Manuscript Found in Accra" by Paulo Coelho, "The Alchemist" by Paulo Coelho and "The Tipping Point" by Malcolm Gladwell.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Served in Paraguay for two years doing work in agriculture as a Peace Corps Volunteer.

Teach, Learn, Share

"The fear of failure does not immobilize me, the hand of fate doesn't choose the path I walk, darkness can't swallow my happiness because I live in the present doing my best to forge ahead on my journey with an open heart and level head; I will be the captain of my own vessel bound for glorious adventures on new lands or the serenity found at the bottom of the sea."

What I Can Share with Hosts

My passion for cooking, forging new friendships, easy going manner, openness to any conversation and truthfulness.

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, Botswana, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Cuba, El Salvador, France, Guatemala, Honduras, Ireland, Mexico, New Zealand, Panama, Peru, Scotland, South Africa, Sweden, Zimbabwe

Countries I’ve Lived In

Guatemala, Paraguay, United Kingdom, United States