fully vaccinated. I'd really love to meet people and share stories and experiences. I grew up in Upstate New York in the USA. I love forests, mountains, hiking - it cleanses the spirit! I'm also a huge fan of cafes and red wine. Also, I love hugs, and I give wonderful bear hugs (but I always ask first).

Note - I grew up in Rochester NY - but Seattle better represents where I spend most of my time right now and the site doesn't have a proper field to reflect that.

I'm an introvert that loves to talk with people when I have the energy. I'm also perfectly fine curling up in blankets with a cup of tea when my social energy reserves are low. I'm an odd one in that I still love phone calls in a world that prefers text messages haha.

I truly love art, both making it and viewing it. Dancing is so much fun, in the past I knew how to dance salsa, merengue, samba, and swing. I almost always want to visit markets, craft shows, estate sales.

I worked in a startup throughout the pandemic, got intensely burnt out, and now I'm taking a break. I would love to hear about experiences from digital nomads and remote workers.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Looking to share stories and experiences with other travelers, and locals. I feel that community and compassion is what makes life beautiful, more than experiences and possessions.

Interests

• cats
• dogs
• singing
• dancing
• meditation
• painting
• music
• hiking
• rock climbing
• soccer
• art
• videogames
• edm
• fútbol
• dnd

Music, Movies, and Books

my rule is I'll try anything, twice. I have a deep love for music. I love Electronic Dance music ❤️ Acoustic guitar is soothing. Sometimes I'll get into indie music.

I love action comedy movies, and silly sweet vibrant shows. I love an indie cartoon called "puppy cat", it's on youtube and it feels like comfort food. She-Ra on netflix is amazing too.

I enjoy reading about personal finance, self help, spirituality, social justice, science fiction, anything meditation or buddhism related ( love Thich Nhat Hanh)

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I got certified to be a lifeguard years ago, it was tough! The certification has long since lapsed, and so have my swimming skills. But I'm proud I did this :) I love swimming and I hope to get good at it again one day.

I slow traveled through Europe for 5 months.

Teach, Learn, Share

I can teach you about house plants. I love propagating them.
I wish to learn everything I can about art, both digital and traditional media.
We can share travel stories and therapy pearls of wisdom.

What I Can Share with Hosts

We can share music - I love seeing what other people listen to! We can make art together. I can be your companion for festivals and museums. I'm fond of pets and don't mind helping, especially with dogs and cats.

Countries I’ve Visited

Croatia, England, Germany, Ireland, Poland, Portugal

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States