Hawaii is my home but I have lived in Arizona for 7 years, Los Angeles for 2 years, and now Colombia for the past 2 years. After high school, I first wanted to become a pilot. But after realizing that’s not the life I wanted, I drifted through life for some years until I was blessed with the opportunity of starting a cannabis company with some partners. 2 years after starting the company, I took a trip to Colombia, unexpectedly met my soon-to-be-wife, and decided to move there and work remotely for my company and day trade on the side. I’d like to think my life has been quite interesting with many unexpected and adventurous changes in life, and I’d like to continue making it more interesting as I continue on in life!

Growing up, I spent a lot of time in the ocean and mountains so I care a lot about the environment and the health and cleanliness of the outdoors. Hawaii and its history, people, and culture are important to me as well and I want to contribute more to preserving those things that make Hawaii so special and sacred.

Travel has always been a part of my life; there’s nothing like meeting new people, making new friends, and sharing good experiences with others from around the world. Just doing my best to share and represent the aloha spirit!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

To host and be hosted of course! But for me it’s really all about sharing memorable experiences and making lifelong friends from around the world.

Interests

Spending quality time with good people, the outdoors, learning, self-growth.
I’ve always been intrigued by the power of the mind and all things related to it — psychology, neuroscience, etc.
I hope I can contribute to the advancement of these fields to help heal people and progress the understanding of the mind.
Coming from Hawaii, I also care deeply about the environment and keeping nature clean and pure. I really want to do as much as I can to help clean and maintain the planet so that we can all experience this world in its purest form.

• cooking
• beer
• traveling
• music
• hiking
• camping
• surfing
• snowboarding
• skateboarding
• cliff jumping
• soccer
• philosophy
• psychology
• volunteering
• road trips
• nature
• stand up comedy
• bonfires
• bodysurfing
• cultural food

Music, Movies, and Books

Some favorites:

Music: Sticky Fingers, Khruangbin, AYYBO
I listen to almost anything and everything; oldies, blues, reggae, salsa, jazz, international music, techno, etc etc. If it sounds good I’ll like it!

Comedians: Louis CK, Anthony Jeselnik, Theo Von, Sebastian Maniscalco, Dave Chapelle.

Shows: It’s Always Sunny, Chris Lilley shows, Nathan for You, documentaries.

Movies: Step Brothers, Inception , A Story of Sahel Sounds, The Prestige
I’m very open with shows and films; as long as it’s well made and interesting I’ll like it.

Books: I have to start reading more…

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

In the past I would have said something fun related to traveling, but now I’m seeking to do something more meaningful and service-related that I could say would be the most amazing thing I’ve done.

Teach, Learn, Share

I can teach what I know and I'm always seeking to learn what I don't know; life is a constant learning experience!

What I Can Share with Hosts

Hawaiian snacks/souvenirs, home-cooked meals, and good conversation.
I’ll always do my best to contribute my part and respect the host’s home/schedule.

Countries I’ve Visited

Argentina, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Czech Republic, Denmark, England, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Japan, Kosovo, Latvia, Lithuania, Macedonia, Mexico, Monaco, Netherlands, Norway, Peru, Poland, Romania, Scotland, Serbia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom, United States, Vatican City State

Countries I’ve Lived In

Colombia, United States