CURRENT MISSION

At one point, I was on a mission to change the world. But now I am older and know better, and I have shifted to working on positive changes and growth in/for myself.

ABOUT ME
At present, I am navigating a major career change. I left the office world in public administration and fund development for nonprofits to prepare vegetarian, vegan, and allergy-friendly meals for guests of the wellness retreats I organize and host with my business partner. I love my home-state of Colorado, I most enjoy hiking with friends and paddle boarding with my three sons; and I love to travel/see new places, try new foods, and make new friends.

PHILOSOPHY

My personal philosophy? ...just be yourself. Because that is FABULOUS. All of us have something to share, to teach others. Be open to learning what it is and you will go far. Just love.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

I am looking for affordable options for accommodation while traveling, and I like meeting new people and creating new memories.

Interests

I am presently working through a certification course to become a certified Holistic Wellness Coach and Nutritionist. My hobbies include reading, dancing, hiking and paddle boarding (in the summer). I occasionally sing with a choir and/or ring hand bells at my parent's church... and also play the piano a bit.

• singing
• dancing
• education
• yoga
• traveling
• music
• live music
• hiking
• teaching
• paddle boarding
• culinary

Music, Movies, and Books

...all different kinds.... I really like dancing, so any music that has rhythm enough to get me bouncing! Books: I particularly like historical fiction.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I have personally witnessed a Sky Burial on the high plains (relative term as the "plains are at 17,000 feet above see level!) of the Tibetan plateau. Very up close. That was graphic, to say the least.

Teach, Learn, Share

I am traveling to India in part for a certification course in Ayurvedic Cooking and Nutrition, and am open to whatever opportunities arise to learn from you and your methods for food prep, and/or would be happy to prepare food for you (I am the chef for yoga retreats, after all!) I learn and cook/prepare food for vegetarianism, veganism, and cooking for allergies ...am also working through an online certification course in holistic wellness and nutrition coaching.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Cooking/meal prep and nutrition consultation; music and dancing; consult in nonprofit organizational management and grant writing...

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, Canada, China, England, France, Germany, Mexico, United Kingdom

Countries I’ve Lived In

Australia, United States