I'm happiest when I'm dancing. Close second: when I'm enjoying a porch beer in the summertime. Conservatory-trained musician, high school Spanish teacher, photographer, lover of plants and books and bicycles and glitter. Interested in what interests you.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Simple: I want to meet people while I travel! And hopefully soon I can offer to host, as well... just as soon as I get my home ready. =)

Interests

• dogs
• writing
• photography
• dancing
• salsa dancing
• bachata
• cumbia
• gardening
• hiking
• camping
• languages
• language exchange
• learning languages
• activism
• bicycling
• bicycle
• cello
• bicycles
• latin dancing

Music, Movies, and Books

My music preferences are always changing! Ask me when we meet up. :)

Movies: Harold and Maude. Friday.

Books: currently deep into Heavy by Kiese Laymon.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Photography (digital). Language exchange. Stories from corn country.

Countries I’ve Visited

Canada, Costa Rica, Cuba, France, Haiti, Mexico, Portugal, Spain, Thailand

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States