I am an introverted, philosophically-minded 4w5 (if that means anything to you) trying to tune in to my most authentic and evolved self. I am a server who loves food and beverage culture and being in the Twin Cities restaurant industry. I want to get my PhD in English or some other interdisciplinary social science/humanities degree.

My very social job drains most of my social battery and my home is my respite. Therefore, I am not a good fit for those who are looking for a tour guide or stays longer than 2-3 nights. I am best for those looking for some place to crash/store their things while they explore.

I live with my partner, Opal (my cat), and Ramona (their Chihuahua mix).

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I really enjoyed my CS experiences when I surfed around Europe during my semester abroad in Ireland. I think this community is a valuable resource and want to give back what I have been graciously given.

Music, Movies, and Books

Broadcast, Grimes, Caroline Polachek, PJ Harvey, Mazzy Star, Massive Attack, Boards of Canada, Jane Weaver, Radiohead, Diane Cluck and other 90s lesbian music

Movies: The Beast (2024), Lost Book Found, The Zone of Interest, Sans Soleil, Persona, Ghost in the Shell

Shows: Mad Men, Avatar: The Last Airbender, Hunter x Hunter, Daria, Adventure Time, Big Little Lies, Arrested Development, It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, Mr. Robot, Transparent

Fiction: Piranesi, The Employees, Slaughterhouse-Five, The Handmaid's Tale, The God of Small Things, In the Distance, Dune, Lolita, Labyrinths

Nonfiction: The Argonauts, On Beauty and Being Just, The Life of Lines, Privacy and Publicity, Stone: An Ecology of the Inhuman

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Went to Iceland for two weeks taking an anthropology course where I met my best friend and mentor. Found my life's passion (theory/academia).

Teach, Learn, Share

Want to teach others about the Enneagram and how to be more in touch with themselves. Want to learn new languages, hone my writing practice, and commit to my values. I want to be more generous with my time and energy.

What I Can Share with Hosts

A beautiful home in a walkable neighborhood, loving pets, privacy, comfort.

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, Austria, France, Iceland, Mexico

Countries I’ve Lived In

Ireland, Morocco, United States