CURRENT MISSION

Teaching students, exploring lovely Colorado, trying new recipes, and crafting.

ABOUT ME

I am currently a special education teacher at a high school in Denver, Colorado. I love my job and education is one of my passions. I got my start in the Couchsurfing community when I was traveling to different countries and studying the role of play in education through the Watson Fellowship.

I am a bubbly and easy going person. I love having conversations with people and learning about the place that I am in. I laugh quite a bit and I am often lost because I like exploring. But let's be honest, you often find gems when you are lost. I love trying new foods and new ways of cooking. When I am not working, I enjoy hiking, sewing, sitting in the sun, and being with friends. I love Colorado and exploring this beautiful place!

PHILOSOPHY

I am also a believer in the power of people, even a single person, to create positive change.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

I loved using CS to meet and stay with people when I was traveling. When I was living alone, I could host people, however I have a roommate now. I would love to meet up with people or go hiking or explore Denver!

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

I have enjoyed staying with hosts and using CS as a way to meet people all over the world. The CS community has shown me so much love and I hope to always continue to share traveling experiences with new people.

Interests

I love being outside, whether it is through an outdoor sport or walking around. Hiking is absolutely one of my favorite things. I like sports and played volleyball for 10 years. Sewing and knitting are two of my favorite hobbies. I also love singing and dancing.

• books
• singing
• dancing
• education
• cooking
• recipes
• walking
• traveling
• socializing
• knitting
• piano
• outdoor activities
• hiking
• sports
• volleyball
• teaching

Music, Movies, and Books

I love reading all sorts of books. My favorite is "Shantaram."
I love comedic movies, but I will watch anything, unless it is scary. My two favorites are "Once" and "The Princess Bride."
In terms of music, I love folk the most, but I like a lot of different types.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

My year spent abroad studying the role of play in educational philosophies through the Thomas J. Watson Fellowship. I am so thankful to have had the opportunity to explore exciting places and get to know new people, while studying something that I am so passionate about.

Teach, Learn, Share

I can teach people crafty knitting or sewing skills or some tap dance moves. I would love to learn a lot of things, such as playing piano or making preserves.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can share a friendly attitude, book recommendations, and harmonizing tunes.

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Finland, France, Germany, Hungary, India, Italy, Mexico, New Zealand, Slovakia, South Africa, Spain, United Kingdom

Countries I’ve Lived In

Austria, Finland, India, South Africa, United Kingdom, United States