CURRENT MISSION

I want to share/compare/contrast experiences with people all over the world!

ABOUT ME

Long time Bay Area native, recent LA transplant. I'll keep this short so you get a chance to ask me questions :)

I grew up and moved around a lot as a kid (Switzerland, New Zealand, US). Settled in the Bay Area and have lived there for 20+ years. I moved to LA for a couple years, but just moved back in March 2019! No matter what, I keep finding new places to check out. Hiking and backpacking in California is amazing! I've explored all over the US (including Alaska!) and a couple other countries. With a full-time job, it's tough now, but I hope to explore more soon :)

I'm an avid triathlete and I hope that allows me to do some destination races! Nothing like a morning run or swim to jolt me into consciousness. I have too many bikes...

I love making things. Arduino boards are my new favorite toys.

Cooking and baking are some of my favorite pastimes and stress-relieving activities. I make mean chocolate chip cookies and scones.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

I love hosting people and hearing about the various life experiences. It really keeps me grounded. Wherever I travel, I try to meet fellow CSers (hosts and travelers)!

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

I surfed across Europe a couple years back with a friend and really loved the experience. Once I got back, I set up a profile and have been hosting travelers any chance I can get. It's truly amazing to hear people's experiences with this and get a chance to live vicariously through others.

Interests

I love the outdoors. I take time to be unplugged and away from technology and civilization. The sense of being free of connections is amazing! I love meeting new people and striking up conversations whenever I can!

• cooking
• chocolate
• baking
• running
• technology
• board games
• outdoor activities
• hiking
• backpacking
• swimming
• boba

Music, Movies, and Books

Short list:
Music: Varies on activity/mood. EDM/Rap for coding and exercise, chill Indie Alternative or Classical for reading and relaxing. Classic Rock and Pop at random times. If you have Spotify, I'll send you my playlists.

Movies: Shawshank Redemption, Forrest Gump, Boondock Saints, any Kung Fu film, Guy Ritchie films, Sci-Fi.

We'll save the detailed list for when we meet :)

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Northern Lights in Norway
Swimming with Sea Turtles in Costa Rica
Meditating in a temple in Dharamsala
Ironman Lake Tahoe 2013!

Countries I’ve Visited

Canada, China, Costa Rica, India, Mexico, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Thailand, United Kingdom

Countries I’ve Lived In

India, United States