CURRENT MISSION

To meet down-to-earth people and see some some amazing places.

ABOUT ME

It's hard to put myself into a small little box. I love learning new things. Einstein said it perfectly, "Once you stop learning, you start dying."
I studied psychology and human development at university, which I still enjoy. This past year I have worked in a supportive role at a Title 1 elementary school. I love working with kids, however, I also have a new passion for plant-based nutrition. I love to bake healthy treats and enjoy volunteering and reading, especially about women's rights and international development. I also recently ran my first 5K (with no prior practice), so maybe I'll get into running.
My husband Nate and I have been married since May 2012. After living and teaching English in Mexico for three months, we are looking for find a home base to explore the world. (We are leaning towards North Carolina right now.) We enjoy hiking, watching documentaries, warm weather (especially at beautiful beaches).

Nate studied biology and chemistry at university and worked at a lab that tests medical devices for 3 and 1/2 years. He enjoys science, but now he is focusing on his long-held dream of writing a sci-fi/fantasy book.
That's a little about us. :)

PHILOSOPHY

I don't think I could fit my personal philosophy into this box. One thing I strongly believe in is the Golden Rule (treat others like you want to be treated). I also believe in leaving things (and people) better than you found them. When I learn something new I really try to live it. (I don't like the feeling of cognitive dissonance.)

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

We are living with Nate's dad right now, so we aren't able to host couchsurfers. When we have our own place we'd be happy to host, but for right now we'll be looking for couchsurfing opportunities.

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

This is our first time couchsurfing. Sounds like a great way to meet new people and hear the low-down on an area from the locals.

Interests

See "All About You" section.

• writing
• books
• singing
• documentaries
• dining
• cooking
• desserts
• baking
• running
• gardening
• reading
• music
• piano
• hiking
• boxing
• biology
• chemistry
• psychology
• science
• volunteering
• beaches

Music, Movies, and Books

Movies I love: Far and Away, Ferris Bueller's Day off, Forks Over Knives, Food Matters, Bag It, Blackfish. (As you can tell I'm a big documentary fan.)
Movies Nate loves: Braveheart, The Matrix, Lord of the Rings, Star Wars

We both love the novel Jane Eyre and To Kill a Mockingbird.
Books Nate loves: First King of Sharnara
Books I love: Night, Half the Sky, The Giver, and Escape from Camp 14.

Music I like: Band of Horses, Oren Lavie, Matt Pond PA, Pinback, Sea Wolf, Nickel Creek, Zee Avi, Thomas Newman, Bob Marley
Music Nate likes: Bob Marley, trance music (especially Armin Van Buuren and Deadmau5), soundtrack music (i.e. Braveheart, Lord of the Rings, etc.)

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Taught English in Mexico to some crazy but adorable kids (Christi)
Lived in Jamaica for two years (Nate)

Teach, Learn, Share

We are both high-beginners in Spanish and would love to learn more. We'd also like to learn more about organic gardening and sustainable living.
I would also like to learn to play the ukulele.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can you teach you how to cook plant-based food (my favorite is baking healthy desserts). I also play the piano and can teach you how to sight read music. I can sing decent too.

Countries I’ve Visited

Jamaica, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Mexico, United States