Grew up all over the USA. I strive to be present and care deeply. I'm writing a novel. I've taught English and writing for three years. I used to live in Shanghai. I used to live in Tokyo. I'm going to be starting a new job in Beijing soon, teaching college application essay writing. I'm studying Japanese and Chinese at the moment. Happy to meet new friends and language partners :) I've wanted to be a Couchsurfing host for years, but haven't been in a good situation for it. Hopefully I can start in Beijing.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

It brings together people from distant places and everyone wins. I love to meet people and learn how they live. I dislike the commercialism of hotels and tours.

Interests

Books, films, music, drums, hiking, backpacking, running, web design, art, theater, adventures of any kind.

• arts
• books
• theater
• design
• beauty
• running
• movies
• traveling
• music
• drums
• hiking
• backpacking

Music, Movies, and Books

Movies: The Tree of Life, The Darjeeling Limited, Synecdoche New York, Being There, and Pulp Fiction

Authors: Haruki Murakami, John Green, James Joyce, W.G. Sebald, Dennis Johnson

Music: mewithoutYou, Wilco, The Black Keys, The Low Anthem, True Widow

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Hiked the 2,187 mile Appalachian Trail in 5 months and 10 days.

Teach, Learn, Share

I want to learn what it's like to be other people. I can teach a lot about writing, film, and English.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Conversation, stories of my travels in the US and abroad, an open mind, a sympathetic ear, and maybe a tune on the harmonica or a poem.

Countries I’ve Visited

Canada, China, Indonesia, Japan, Laos, Mexico, Philippines, Taiwan, United Kingdom

Countries I’ve Lived In

China, Japan, United States