I am single. 35 years old male. Some of my childhood was spent in the U.S. Virgin islands. I moved to New York when I was 18. Worked as a garden designer on long island. Got a liberal arts education focused on literature and philosophy at Nassau community college then continued at Columbia University. I am TESL (teaching English as a second language) certified. Currently seeking employment in Europe as an English teacher.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I am currently in Warsaw Poland teaching English and living with my girlfriend. When I return to New York I will be open to hosting.

Interests

Philosophy, literature, music. I play classical guitar. Studying Polish. I like to write when I have time. I love art and history. I love to travel. Mysticism, Magick and spirituality.

• animals
• arts
• literature
• design
• education
• cooking
• gardening
• traveling
• music
• guitar
• teaching
• history

Music, Movies, and Books

I love all types of music starting with classical (baroque, classical, romantic, modern). Classical Indian, middle eastern, classic rock, alternative rock, folk, reggae , ska, punk, jazz, drum and bass, psytrance and ambient chillout. Not enough room to list my favorite producers/artists or composers from each genre. I love most if not all of the great works of Western and Eastern literature. Sci-fi and fantasy. For movies I love European movies and independent films. A few favorites are: The Double life of Veronique by Krzysztof Kieslowski, Earth by Deepa Meetha, They Live by John Carpenter,

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I was home schooled for about 7 years of elementary school. I went to community college with only a G.E.D. and got into Columbia University. I learned to read music on my own and began to study classical guitar. I survived a head-on car accident where I went through a windshield and no broken bones. I managed and maintained a natural plant habitat garden in Port Washington New York.

Teach, Learn, Share

I can teach English and some music.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can cook and prepare all kinds of foods. I can clean, wash dishes, take care of animals, children or elderly people. I am handy around the house. I can help with English if needed.

Countries I’ve Visited

France, Germany, Jamaica, Lithuania, Netherlands, Poland, Saint Lucia