My name is Alana, or Lana for short. I grew up in Detroit but have spent the last few years in Grand Rapids. I love music, food, and cozy spaces. I can be quiet and live somewhat internally but I also love going out, seeing new things, meeting new people and having real conversations. I value the knowledge of self more than most things. I believe that emotions make us so dynamic and that allowing ourselves to experience all of them is crucial. I believe that through traveling I can expand my thoughts even further. People are full of contradictions and that's what's so interesting.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

It's a good way to meet people while traveling and also to help other travelers :)

Interests

Singing/songwriting.
Late night walks.
Cooking/eating
Meaningful conversation.
Pets/Animals
Astrology

• animals
• pets
• singing
• dining
• cooking
• beer
• thrifting
• traveling
• socializing
• music
• languages

Music, Movies, and Books

Land of Talk, Buke & Gase, Whirr, Cate Le Bon, Bossa Nova, Dear and the Headlights, Anathallo, Big Scary, Big Deal, Wintersleep, Benoit Pioulard, Chelsea Wolfe, Bombay Bicycle Club, Local Natives, Gregory and the Hawk, White Denim, La Dispute, etc.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Made people cry through my music(it's an amazing feeling to move people that way!)

Teach, Learn, Share

I can help with English if it's needed.
I'm always willing to learn other languages as well.

Countries I’ve Visited

Finland, Norway, South Korea