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Overview
About Me
CURRENT MISSION
I'd rather Bike4Peace than Kill4Oil.
ABOUT ME
Radical Pacifist: Bisexual, Peace-seeking, Anarchistic, Nature-loving, Laughing, Interdependent, Studious, Anti-authoritarian, Hard-working, Collaborative Heathen
Strong, Smart, Capable, Fun, Creative, and Kind
Videographer, Stage Hand, Writer, Drummer-Percussionist, Mediator, Facilitator, Organizer, and Agitator
PHILOSOPHY
I try not to participate in institutions that hurt people. When I do harm another, I try to make amends and seek forgiveness. I'm deeply grateful to have been surrounded by love all my life and feel responsible to share my good fortune by empowering others to live free of fear.
Why I’m on Couchsurfing
HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING
Surf; Host, if I ever settle down again; Facilitate community-building discussions and workshops (http://www.catalystsofhope.org/custom.html).
COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE
Grew up in a SERVAS host family, with people from around the world staying in our home. In all my travels, I prefer to stay in homes. "I have always relied upon the kindness of strangers."
Interests
World Peace; Sustainable Lifestyles; Music & Dance; Bicycling; Government Reform
- writing
- documentaries
- dancing
- traveling
- music
Music, Movies, and Books
I read voraciously, mostly web & periodicals from people who follow their hearts more than their pocketbooks. I try to keep my sources diverse.
One Amazing Thing I’ve Done
I've been repeatedly shown that if I give up control of my own life circumstances, I will be cared for and capable of helping others.
Teach, Learn, Share
Bicycle repair and travel. Documentary video. Drumming.
Countries I’ve Visited
Canada, Ethiopia, France, Guatemala, Honduras, Israel, Italy, Kenya, Mexico, Netherlands, Nicaragua, Tanzania, United Kingdom, United States, Zambia, Zimbabwe
Countries I’ve Lived In
United States