Originally from New York, I now live with my lovely partner in the south of England. I left the States two years ago to pursue a life outside of American culture and it has been everything I've wanted and more. I still don't know exactly the direction my life is going and so I welcome every new experience, new city, and new challenge with open arms.

My partner, Mikel, is from the Basque country. He is a security specialist/psychologist/philosopher/James Bond. He loves to meet new people and talk about....well, everything. He has a great sense of humor and is just generally a happy person. He's a cool dude, and I'm not just saying that because we're together.

We just want to see the world together!

Unfortunately, our home is not currently fit for hosting guests. Sorry :(

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I once lived in this glorious house in SE Portland where the garage was completely outfitted just for couch surfers. I took the room of a girl that fell in love with an Australian couch-surfer and promptly absconded to Sydney. I use this as evidence of the amazing people you can meet sharing a space with someone. Plus, as far as travelling is concerned, accommodation isn't cheap and I'd rather use that money on making friends and buying beer.

Interests

I like to learn and do new things. For me, there is nothing better than starting from scratch (whether it be a place, a skill, or a hobby) and then slowly, but surly becoming proficient in that area.

• photography
• dancing
• education
• cooking
• yoga
• drinking
• politics
• reading
• painting
• guitar
• hiking
• kayaking
• surfing
• basketball
• soccer
• swimming
• language exchange
• travel
• cinema
• feminism

Music, Movies, and Books

Musicians: Bob Dylan, Sam Cooke, Justice, Boards of Canada, Beyoncé, Outkast, etc.
Movies: Dirty Dancing, Pulp Fiction, Pocahontas, Frances Ha
Books: The Hobbit, The Old Man and the Sea, Norwegianwood, Cat's Cradle

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

White-water kayaking. GUYS IT WAS SO COOL.

Teach, Learn, Share

I teach swimming. I want to learn how to cook (better). I can share my killer American sense of humor (please laugh kindly at my jokes even if they're not funny).

What I Can Share with Hosts

I know some really funny Youtube videos. I also know all the words to "Colors of the Wind" from Pocahontas.

I also love to do art and dance, talk, and just generally have a good time.

Countries I’ve Visited

Canada, Denmark, England, South Africa, Spain

Countries I’ve Lived In

England, Spain, United States