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Overview

  • 1 reference 1 Confirmed & Positive
  • Fluent in English; learning German, Spanish
  • 39, Male
  • Member since 2009
  • Solar Cells!
  • BA in chemical physics
  • From Twin Falls, Idaho
  • Profile 75% complete

About Me

CURRENT MISSION

Hey, I got out of Idaho...time to see the world!

ABOUT ME

Currently in Germany working on low-cost solar cells and trying to learn about this country's progressive energy infrastructure. At the same time, I want to soak up all of the cultural experiences I can. Trying to travel around as much as possible.

I looove to swim. There is nothing better than running your hand over the surface of water. Jumping into a cold pool in the morning reawakens my spirits!

Wish I knew how to play the cello (some day) because of its rich sound and power. Started playing the violin when I was younger because my brother did. Still do and really enjoy it (a release) but didn't bring it to Germany :(

Oak trees are my favorite thing to look at, read/eat in. I tried making a sculpture of one in pottery class...very difficult! Should have taken torque more into consideration

I finally have time to think and explore! Discovering more about myself all the time.

PHILOSOPHY

I wrote a my philosophy of life 5 years ago and wow, has it changed! Therefore, can't write one now...could change in 4 minutes.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

I want to try this out and hopefully open up my floor in my new flat as soon as I get situated.

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

None yet. Hopefully, something good soon. I've heard great things through friends.

Interests

music: play piano and violin, learning the tin whistle, pottery/sculpture: nothing better than playing in the mud, white water rafting, hiking, cooking! meeting people, LOVE Swimming, photons, yoga

  • singing
  • cooking
  • yoga
  • running
  • walking
  • traveling
  • billiards
  • socializing
  • pottery
  • bouldering
  • music
  • piano
  • violin
  • opera
  • hiking
  • swimming

Music, Movies, and Books

Depends on my mood for these things. Don't really like making these lists...maybe I'll make one soon.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I was in Boulder, Colorado walking down the main pedestrian thoroughfare when I happened by an old hippie playing the accordion and singing opera. He was good!

The best part came when an older couple walked by and the lady came up next to him and began singing the accompanying woman's part. Her voice was beautiful but the magnitude of how spontaneous this wonderful thing happened made me smile for weeks afterward.

Teach, Learn, Share

whatever I can. Renewable energy is big in my life right now.

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