You may take a rest and leave all your worries.
It would be my pleasure to know your stories.
I am a kind and friendly bear, my name is Andy.
May I offer you a hug and a glass of brandy?

(or if you prefer, a cup of tea with some candy ;)
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I am a romantic and a dreamer. I am like a fabric made from all the places I have been to, the people I have met and books I have read, stitched together by song lyrics, coffee aroma, late night conversations, adventures, poems, moonlight, rain and sunsets.

I believe art, music, poetry, nature and mathematics are manifestations of the same sublime beauty that is beyond comprehension. Experiencing any of the above gives me immense joy, a sense of unity and connection with the source of all.

I have keen interest in the questions of philosophy, science, religion and spirituality. It would be my pleasure to share my thoughts on these matters and to discuss them with you.

I love traveling, nature and wildlife, reading, learning languages, playing piano, writing poetry, acting, photography, dancing, deep conversations, taking long walks, swimming in the ocean, meeting new people and learning their life stories.

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I shall be telling this with a sigh
Somewhere ages and ages hence:
Two roads diverged in a wood, and I,
I took the one less traveled by,
And that has made all the difference.

~~Robert Frost~~
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When I go traveling, which usually happens spontaneously, I prefer to take the paths less trodden, go to wild places, become one with the environment.

I believe the world can become a better place not with laws and politics, but with a small positive change in every person's heart, with love and compassion.

My personality according to the Myers-Briggs classification: INFP - an introvert, reserved and calm, but with an inner flame and passion, an idealist always looking for the hint of good in even the worst of people and events, searching for ways to make things better.

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To see a world in a grain of sand
And a heaven in a wild flower
Hold infinity in the palm of your hand
And eternity in an hour

~~William Blake~~
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I am a child at heart. It's not uncommon to see me admiring a flower, gazing at stars, listening to leaves rustling on the trees, staring at the ocean, talking to wild animals or standing under the rain with a smile and arms spread wide. I like to take things slow and enjoy the moment. I believe miracles happen all the time and life is the biggest of them.

My dream is to meet the polar bears in the north pole and wild wolves in their natural habitat, to soar the skies like an eagle and explore the depths of the ocean on top of a blue whale's back.

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A few things that I believe are important to mention:
1. When you make a request to stay with me, please make sure that you show in the message that you have read my profile, and explain why you would like me to be your host.
2. Due to the unpredictable nature of my life, normally I would not be able confirm your stay sooner than 1 or 2 weeks before your intended arrival.
3. In most cases I can accommodate you for only 1 or 2 nights.
4. I am usually quiet with people and listen more than I speak. So if you are looking to meet a gregarious, outgoing, party-loving person, then you are looking at the wrong profile. On the other hand, if you want to have meaningful conversations and deep personal connection, then I would be happy to share these special moments with you.
5. I am not interested in any sexual activity or finding a romantic partner. CS is not intended to be used for these kind of things. But we can still become good friends :)

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

To meet people and find traveling buddies. To give and to receive. To learn, to share, to inspire and to get inspired, to encourage and to comfort, to spread love and joy.

Interests

• wildlife
• arts
• culture
• writing
• books
• poetry
• photography
• acting
• salsa dancing
• bachata
• fitness
• marathon
• running
• politics
• board games
• chess
• reading
• traveling
• drawing
• music
• classical music
• piano
• swimming
• astronomy
• languages
• mathematics
• philosophy
• physics
• religion
• science
• spirituality
• adventures
• sea
• ocean
• poems
• deep conversations
• healthy lifestyle
• long walks
• christianity
• english language
• daydreaming
• spanish language
• organ music
• bach
• improvisation comedy

Music, Movies, and Books

Books: 1984, Solaris, Kafka on the shore, Wind-up bird chronicle, Romeo and Juliet, Alice's adventures in Wonderland, Hobbit, Castle, Trial, Crime and punishment, And then there were none, Little prince, The old man and the sea, Fahrenheit 451, A brief history of time, Songs of innocence and experience (and many more).

Movies: 2001 Space odyssey, Mulholland drive, Midnight in Paris, Expanse, Lost in translation, Das Boot, Good Will Hunting, Amélie, Solaris, Pi, Eternal sunshine of the spotless mind, Der Himmel über Berlin, Coffee and Cigarettes, Before sunrise, Groundhog day, Finding Vivian Maier, Hana-bi, Children of Men, Black Mirror (and many more)

Music: J. S. Bach, Eric Satie, Laura Chandler, Katie Melua, Brainstorm, Morcheeba, Kristene Dimarco, Björk, Matisyahu, Tujiko Noriko, Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison, Bob Marley (to name a few)

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I was born. Twice.

Teach, Learn, Share

I can teach you everything I know, share my wisdom, stories, experiences and perhaps even give you a special gift that might change your life in a way you would never imagine.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Interesting conversations, love, hugs and smiles. I am considered to be a good photographer, so I can make some pictures of you. If you have a piano, I can play something nice. Or I can try to write you a poem :)

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Belgium, Croatia, Czech Republic, Estonia, France, Germany, Hungary, Israel, Italy, Lithuania, Norway, Poland, Romania, Russian Federation, Spain, Sweden, Ukraine, United Kingdom

Countries I’ve Lived In

Latvia, United Kingdom