ABOUT ME

I grew up in Iowa, went to the University of Iowa, moved to Chicago to work as a real estate accountant, and then left to do some traveling in Central America. I have worked random jobs to stay afloat and have traveled extensively since. I am now back in Chicago working full-time at a company that delivers fresh produce to companies and homes.

PHILOSOPHY

I don't like sitting around but prefer to do as many things as possible. I live in a big city but consider myself an outdoor person and lived and worked a summer in Glacier National Park, which was incredible. I love hiking and camping but also enjoy museums and going to music and theater shows.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

Couchsurfed in Montreal and Albany for the first time last year (2012). Hosted for the first time this year (2013).

Interests

Music, comedy, ultimate Frisbee, tennis, reading, traveling

• theater
• reading
• traveling
• music
• outdoor activities
• hiking
• camping
• tennis

Music, Movies, and Books

Elliott Smith, Daft Punk, Air, Royksopp, Emancipator, Rage Against the Machine, Belle and Sebastian, Rodrigo y Gabriela, Pink Floyd, Gorillaz, Booka Shade.

These days, all I do when I am on my computer is listen to new artists on Spotify.

I love documentaries and cheesy horror movies.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Had a private dinner with the President of Peru in the presidential palace in Lima.