CURRENT MISSION

To explore new cultures and experience authentic adventures with new friends.

ABOUT ME

*** PLEASE READ: We are not living in Istanbul. We are back in Czech Republic***

I teach fifth grade at an international school. My job is amazing as it gives me the freedom to travel the world and teach kids from a variety of cultures! I love living in different places and especially enjoy the challenge of learning about and adapting to new experiences. I live with my husband Jirka who is from South Bohemia, Czech Republic. We are two vegetarians with a love for nature and music.

PHILOSOPHY

"When you dance you can enjoy the luxury of being you" - Paulo Coelho

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

I surf and host regularly! So far, I have nothing but great experiences. I feel really lucky to have found such a friendly way to travel and meet new people.

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

I couch surfed in Paris, London, Vienna, Budapest, all around Germany, Spain, and Czech Republic.

I stayed at a beautiful house while traveling along the Grimms brother's fairytale road in Germany. The couple we stayed with had a lovely little house in the forest...it was an unforgettable experience.

Interests

I have been dancing since I was 4 years old. My favorite style of dance is African but I am recently experimenting with different forms of contemporary.

Spicy food makes my belly happy, especially Korean kimchi :-). I enjoy experimenting in the kitchen, especially with baking. Your favorite vegetarian recipes are welcomed!

I enjoy visiting exhibits and appreciate modern art expressions like, contemporary theater, electronic music, and graphic design. Additionally, I like playing with trash, creating various art pieces and DIY projects.

• arts
• theater
• design
• graphic design
• modern art
• diy
• festivals
• dancing
• dining
• cooking
• recipes
• baking
• vegetarian
• clubbing
• traveling
• music
• electronic music
• karaoke
• skydiving

Music, Movies, and Books

I generally read books that make me cry. Some all time favorite tear jerkers: A Thousand Splendid Suns, Sophie's Choice, Flowers for Algernon

Film festivals=best excuse to see multiple movies in a day, love them!

As far as music, something different for every occasion. Here is a taste of what I am always in the mood for:

#5: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MJCHeEQV454
#4: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YhLinEY7Zn8
#3: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2g_FD_sYazk
#2: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZWmrfgj0MZI
#1: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mH5ZE3N8cxU

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Danced in a day glow painted jungle in Thailand.
Ate a fried scorpion, yummmm
Slept next to the Soca River in Triglav, Slovenia
Skydiving in Colorado
Honeymoon at Ozora (psychedelic music festival in Hungary)

Teach, Learn, Share

Let's share a dance or a song at karaoke!

I can teach you how to teach. :)

What I Can Share with Hosts

Some hilarious quotes and stories from primary students!

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Canada, Croatia, Cyprus, Dominican Republic, Ecuador, England, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Jordan, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Taiwan, Thailand

Countries I’ve Lived In

Czech Republic, South Korea, Turkey, United States

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