I graduated a couple years ago with a degree in Peace Studies, spent two years as an AmeriCorps volunteer--one year at a biodynamic care farm for people with disabilities in NY, and one year in WA state. Current job is leading activities at a nursing home. =lots of BINGO.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I aim to live simply and build community... couchsurfing is an excellent way to practice that.

Interests

I like writing creative nonfiction, singing folk music, and cooking with well sourced foods.

• writing
• singing
• performing arts
• organic food
• gardening
• music
• hiking
• visual arts
• mountains
• spirituality
• local culture
• local cuisine

Music, Movies, and Books

Currently listening to...
Sylvan Esso, Dakkha Brakha, Balmorhea, Sioban Wilson, Alabama Shakes

Movies...
Independent and foreign films
Favorite-3 idiots (bollywood)

Recent Books...
Lincoln in the Bardo, The Round House, The Brief Yet Wondrous Life of Oscar Wao, American Gods
Poetry by Wendell Barry and Mary Oliver

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I lived in Kolkata, India for 4 months and loved it!

What I Can Share with Hosts

I clean, I cook. I've been told I'm conscientious. Adventure time! Socializing!

Countries I’ve Visited

Guatemala, India, Nepal, Sweden, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

India, United States