My philosophy is that every day above ground in a good day.

I am a veteran surfer/host, who has missed the excitement of sharing culture, art and ideas between two individuals from different parts of the world. My husband, who had not had the opportunity to couch surf, is excited to join into the exchange! We are both artists, work full time Mon-Friday and live in a lively, hip neighborhood.

We've been married for almost two years, and were instant best friends upon meeting a few years ago. We have FOUR (yes, four) cat babies- Humphrey, Shy Guy, Schatze and Freya. In our spare time we like to explore our neighborhood, dine out at local restaurants, hang out with our fur babies and cook home-made, farm to table dinners at home.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Couchsurfing found me as an alternative and affordable way to travel vs. a hostel or hotel room back in 2011 during my time studying abroad in Rome. I was into the cultural exchange it provided, and how easy it seemed to make friends along the way! My first experience as a surfer was not the best, tho it did lead to a late night/early morning gallivanting across Paris I would have not other wise experienced. :-)

As a host, I really enjoyed meeting others, exchanging ideas/art/customs and most importantly lending a safe and comfortable environment to my guests. :-)

It has been quite a few years since I hosted, and am married now- but I still keep in touch with many previous surfers! My husband and I are looking to jump back in!

Interests

We are laid back, easy going Artist types. We are into : Exploring, creating, relaxing, pushing ourselves and others, hanging out with friends, reading .

• cats
• arts
• cooking
• cheese
• beer
• walking
• traveling
• painting
• drawing
• music
• camping
• swimming
• beaches
• mountains
• local food
• cooking and baking
• home improvement

Music, Movies, and Books

Movies: Holy Motors, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, Labyrinth, Dazed and Confused, Almost Famous, The Royal Tenenbaums, Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas, Wayne's World II, Amelie, Moonrise Kingdom, Anywhere USA, Star Wars, anything from the dark depths of Netflix/Film Struck or the Criterion Collection

Music: So much to choose from!! Anything that makes a sound

Books: Our Bookshelf is full, how do we pick just one?

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I have worked first hand with a famous, working artist in Rome as an assistant and watched his creative process unfold.

Played in the first major snowfall Rome had seen in 25 years.

Witnessed a Christmas comet in Frankfurt, Germany

Ran into friends from the States on the streets of Milan, Italy and spent the night with them chit chatting up members of our favorite band.

Walked around Paris by myself till 5 am to experience the rarity of a boisterous, beautiful city.

Teach, Learn, Share

I make a pretty good home made pizza-- from my own dough, sauce and local ingredients!

I'd love to learn French!

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Northern Ireland, Norway, Scotland, United Kingdom

Countries I’ve Lived In

Italy, United States