I work for the human rights group Amnesty International. I am a easy going person. Who travels with an open mind, open heart, and small ego. I love learning about new cultures, food, and language. I like to meet locals wherever I am visiting, that's my favorite part of traveling. That way I am able to expand my knowledge of that area from someone who knows it best. I enjoy being outside and active. So I definitely like hiking and camping. I love trying new foods too! Also into any kind of Art, or personal expression. Museums and Architecture are of interest.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

To meet new people. Experience new places. Share time with new friends. Expand my knowledge of the world.

Interests

• animals
• arts
• architecture
• meditation
• reading
• traveling
• jazz
• hiking
• camping
• exploring
• mindfulness
• museums
• meeting new people
• taoism
• compassion

Music, Movies, and Books

I like all genres of music. Jazz, Ambient, Chill Wave, Electronic, R&B. anything really. I like non-fiction travel books (Catfish and Mandalas). I enjoy darker contemplative novels (Cormac McCarthy books). I love Hayao Miyazaki movies. (My Neighbor Totoro, Ponyo, Kiki's Delivery Service) Also like movies which are dark, sad and heartbeaking. (Incendies, Coen Brothers, Wes Anderson, Blade Runner, Sicario, Arrival)

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I bought a motorcycle in Hanoi and drove down to Saigon, Vietnam. Never having driven a motorcycle before. It was such and amazing journey! I loved every crazy second of it.

What I Can Share with Hosts

A good attitude. A helpful spirit. Conversations. I can also help out wherever needed.

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia, Mexico, Myanmar, Singapore, Spain, Thailand, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States