Recently I became a member in the group Project Mayday(s) Mix-up with the intention to experiment a little and get out of my comfort zone. I have couch surfed before however this is the first time I have taken the initiative and created an account. .. kind of really excited about it :) My mission is to live every day to the best of my ability and enjoy life.

I am a person of actions and a believer in that you are your own key to success. Exploration and learning can be done through so many different mediums but traveling is definitely one of the best. I am born and raised in the US but moved to Sweden when I was 18. Over the years I have been back and forth. Currently, I am studying my masters at Chalmers University of Technology.

I am curious of nature. I am all about making the what if's become the why not's. I love new experiences, challenges, and creative solutions.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Couchsurfing has expanded my daily circle. Through couch surfing, I have met many amazing people that I would never have come in contact otherwise. I love the quirky conversations that arise and how it confirms my belief that we want to help each other.

Interests

My hobbies include running, painting, and reading. I love trail running especially; it helps center me since it allows one to set the pace and to take in so much of the surrounding environment. Recently, I have competed in Marine Corps Marathon in Washington D.C., Gothenburg's half marathon, and Lidingöloppet. In addition, I enjoy both observing and creating art. A few of my favorites include Frida Kahlo and Gustav Klimt, but love experiencing new & funky creations. And given the choice between television and curling up with a book, I will always choose the latter.

• arts
• books
• environment
• marathon
• running
• technology
• reading
• traveling
• painting
• surfing
• trail running

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: I listen to it all except Ramstein....
Movies: The Intouchables, (En oväntad vänskap), Blood Diamond,
Books: Memoirs of a Geisha, En man called Ove, Harry Potter, The Help, Into the Wild, Holes

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I road with the Norwegian dump truck from Abisko to Kiruna airport. The drive was gorgeouse and the driver and I swapped life stories.

Teach, Learn, Share

I love listening, swapping tips and stories. The spectrum of learning is endless.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I am positive, curious, and adaptable. Sometimes, we will spend a lot of time together and sometimes we will spend less.

Countries I’ve Visited

Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, Ecuador, England, France, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, Morocco, Netherlands, Norway, Panama, Poland, Russian Federation, Spain, Turkey, Åland Islands

Countries I’ve Lived In

Costa Rica, Germany, Sweden, United States