Just finished a decade working at Apple in the Mac division.

As great as that experience was, I can't help heed the call to hit the road for a while, visiting friends and family as I travel around the United States.

Just a heads up, I'm traveling in a Subaru Impreza sedan (named Vera) towing a Suzuki V-Strom (named Launchpad) as you'll see in the photos.
That setup needs about 2 car length's worth of curb space.

Since I'm brand new to couchsurfing, I have no references yet but I can certainly provide references upon request.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I may use hotels or even Airbnb but if given the chance, I'd rather meet cool people when I'm in a place where I don't have friends or family.

I met a young man who had recently gone from Pennsylvania to California via Couchsurfing.com. His stories and glowing recommendations had me sold in a minute.

I'm particularly looking forward to some fun conversations, helping out hosts with any technical problems/questions and/or baking something for them.

Interests

Volleyball
Motorcycle riding
Movies
Puzzles
Cooking (mostly baking)
Tech Support
Programming
Design
Helping/Educating others in technology and Computer Science

• design
• cooking
• baking
• technology
• movies
• tv
• traveling
• puzzles
• volleyball
• communications
• computer science
• science

Music, Movies, and Books

That's a great question to discuss in person. :)
To be continued …

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I surprised my Dad with a motorcycle so we could ride together to Canada for his 60th birthday.

Teach, Learn, Share

I'm positive I'll teach, learn and share several things in person.

For example:
Baking soda spreads your baked good.
Baking powder puffs up your baked good (upward).

Consistently best podcast I've heard: 99% Invisible

What I Can Share with Hosts

Technical support and explanation.
- iPhone / iPad / Mac usage, tips and tricks
- App suggestions and usage
- Wiring up entertainment centers including TV's, receivers, media players, etc.
- No task is too small

Cooking
- My signature carrot cake
- Cookies
- Basic crepes

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, Belize, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, New Zealand, Switzerland, United Kingdom