I'm a mom, wife, teacher, and avid traveler. I have been to more than 40 countries. Ten years ago, I became an English as a Second Language Instructor because I love teaching and enjoy meeting people from all over the world. I traveled around in the world in 1985. My husband and I traveled around the world in 2011-2012. We enjoyed ourselves so much, we will be doing a year-long trip again, later in 2018.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I am interested in Couchsurfing so I can meet people who live in the place I am visiting. Seeing beautiful sights is great but the most meaningful experiences I have had while traveling are the opportunities to meet new, interesting people. I look forward to meeting you on my journey!

Interests

• yoga
• traveling
• hiking
• cultural exchange
• building friendships

Music, Movies, and Books

Favorite books: The Gift of Rain by Tan Twan Eng (absolutely fabulous!); The Reluctant Fundamentalist by Moshid Hamid (provocative); Americana by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie (fascinating);

Favorite music: Enya; the Grateful Dead; Joan Baez; Earl Klugh; Maria del Mar Bonet

Favorite movies: Big; Sleepless in Seattle; Lion

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

A cancer survivor!

Teach, Learn, Share

I teach English as a Second Language. I have also been a career counselor, a consultant, and a trainer.
I love to learn. Teach me something new!
I share a love of exploring and engaging in new experiences.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Laughter, fun
English grammar and conversation tips
Yoga
Travel stories
Stories about living in Hawaii

Countries I’ve Visited

Argentina, Australia, Belgium, Cambodia, Canada, Cayman Islands, Chile, China, Colombia, Costa Rica, Czech Republic, Denmark, Ecuador, Egypt, England, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Gibraltar, Hungary, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Laos, Luxembourg, Macao, Malaysia, Mexico, Monaco, Nepal, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Panama, Peru, Russian Federation, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, Uruguay, Viet Nam, Wales

Countries I’ve Lived In

Mexico, Spain