Life long Maritimer, dad, doctor, Bowie fan.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I like to help people along on their journeys whenever possible. Hosting travellers through couchsurfing is one way to do this. It is also a way for me to meet new, interesting people who I otherwise wouldn't meet. I've found that the couchsurfing community is one of open-minded, trustworthy, and kind people willing to share their knowledge and time with others.

Apparently Saint Brendan, a sixth-century Irish monastic saint, is a patron saint of travellers (and also of boatman, mariners, elderly adventurers, whales, and portaging canoes).

My home is a place where you are welcome to socialize and chat. Also, if you just need to recharge and be alone, you can do that too - read, meditate, watch Netflix, whatever you need to do.

My best travel experiences have occurred when staying with locals.....I enjoy meeting like-minded folks who prefer traveling with just a backpack.

Interests

Hiking, literature, tennis, psychedelics, chess, theatre, meditation, live music, slow food, philosophy, Buddhism, trail running, basketball, medicine, travelling, seeking the good life, David Bowie, economics, mountains, independent films, Rumi, connecting with friends, writing, science, sea turtles, podcasts, Ben and Jerry’s ice cream, the Cosmos and infinity.

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: I like all types of music. Currently into Sam Garrett and Brother Ali.

Movies: Ghostbusters, Pan's Labyrinth, UHF, The Big Lebowski, Fargo, The Shawshank Redemption, 2001: A Space Odyssey, The Matrix, Joker, Waking Life, Birdman, LOTR, Apocalypse Now, Das Boot, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, Becoming Nobody, Beau Is Afraid.

Books: All I can say is that people who love books tend to fall in love with my book collection 📚

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

All of the couchsurfers I've met, as host and as guest, have been amazing people.

Teach, Learn, Share

I can teach you the little I know about meditation. I also give good book recommendations! Also I will talk your ear off about Ram Dass if you let me 🧘🏻‍♂️

What I Can Share with Hosts

A laid back, low maintenance guest. Interested in hearing about your adventures and outlook, and always down for a conversation over cold beer.

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Dominican Republic, Egypt, England, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Mexico, Spain, Switzerland, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Canada, Greece, Ireland