CURRENT MISSION

To explore as much of this stunningly diverse planet in the short time I have the privilege to be here

ABOUT ME

I'm a Pacific Northwester determined to see as much of the world as I can while I still have the personal and professional flexibility to do so. I work as a writer and researcher with directors and producers all around the world. Love talking politics but completely understand those who hate doing so.

PHILOSOPHY

The late, great Roger Ebert said it best:

I believe that if, at the end of it all, according to our abilities, we have done something to make others a little happier, and something to make ourselves a little happier, that is about the best we can do. To make others less happy is a crime. To make ourselves unhappy is where all crime starts. We must try to contribute joy to the world. That is true no matter what our problems, our health, our circumstances. We must try.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

I've surfed and met some remarkable people!

Interests

Filmmaking, politics, travel, environmentalism, hiking, camping

• writing
• film making
• politics
• tv
• traveling
• hiking
• camping

Music, Movies, and Books

My favorite films include Pan's Labyrinth, Wall-E, and Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind. My favorite books include Into The Wild, East of Eden, and The Tiger. My favorite musical artists include Active Child, Ratatat, Boston, and Coldplay.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I've climbed to the top of the tallest pyramid in the ancient Mayan city of Tikal.

Teach, Learn, Share

I know all about film, TV, and commercial production, from script to screen.

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, Belgium, Belize, Canada, China, England, France, Germany, Guatemala, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Netherlands, New Zealand, Scotland, Spain, Taiwan, Thailand, United States, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

Taiwan, United States