I am a lover of good books, motorcycles, fine art, and chocolate. After teaching English abroad for a few years, I would like to eventually open my own bookstore and jewelry shop.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I thought I would check this out! I love meeting new, adventurous people. I was a features reporter for my university's newspaper, and as a writer, I find people's stories fascinating. I never want to stop learning and love capturing snapshots of other's interests.

Interests

One of my passions is backpacking. I spent last Thanksgiving backpacking through the Grand Canyon which sparked an enduring interest. I also love music and have played the piano since I was eight. I got a ukelele a few months ago and I want to start teaching myself how to play.

• arts
• writing
• books
• chocolate
• motorcycles
• shopping
• music
• piano
• backpacking
• skydiving
• journalism

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: I love The Head and the Heart, Sufjan Stevens, Of Monsters and Men, Iron and Wine, Beta Radio, Chris and Thomas, Mumford and Sons, The Lone Bellow, and the list goes on.

Books: The Catcher in the Rye, Wild, Rules of Civility, and anything Hemingway.

Movies: I don't watch too many movies, but my favorites are 500 Days of Summer and Mona Lisa Smile.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I spontaneously decided to go backpacking in Spain by myself for a month this summer. It was an amazing experience, and I meet some incredible people along the way!

I also convinced my cousin to go skydiving with me a couple of years ago.

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, Canada, Cuba, England, France, Germany, Guatemala, Ireland, Italy, Mexico, Spain