I am a resident of Portland, OR. Currently I am traveling for 9 months to various places on the West Coast and around the world, starting with Hawaii, then Washington State, Mexico, Idaho, Oregon, California, and India. Ask me more about it :)

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

To live like a local and experience new places.

Interests

I have been practicing vipassana meditation since 2014. I enjoy cooking Mexican food and breakfast. Books I like include novels and non fiction, such as buddhist literature and self help books. I enjoy spending time with family and friends and hosting get togethers when time allows.

• books
• yoga
• meditation
• basketball
• travel
• buddhism
• human resources
• warm weather

Music, Movies, and Books

I like all kinds of music. Favorite books include Autobiography of a Yogi, The Invisible Man, Black Lamb Grey Falcon, Ready Player One, Buddhist literature. My favorite movie is The Seventh Seal.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Volunteering for two weeks in 2011 at the Bosnian Pyramids, then traveling throughout Croatia with my mom.

Teach, Learn, Share

I came to the US from Germany in 1998 at the age of 7 as a refugee from Bosnia-Herzegovina/Yugoslavia. I am always happy to share about my experiences.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I am kind, helpful, and compassionate.

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, England, Iceland, Luxembourg, Mexico, Netherlands, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Bosnia and Herzegovina, Germany, United States