I’m 24 year old English teacher from outside of Los Angeles CA. Born and raised in CA for 18 years then moved to the other side of the US to the state of Maine for college where I lived for 4.5 years. In the summer I split my time half in CA half in Maine. Upon graduating with my bachelors degree I accepted a Fulbright scholarship to come teach English in Galicia, Spain where I currently still live.

I’m a big soccer fan, I played for most of my entire life up until recently (currently searching for a team), I love watching soccer, it’s very integral to my family.

I am first generation Mexican-American raised in an immigrant family. My culture is very important to me and I believe to have the warm latine spirit. I have zero tolerance for racism and xenophobia. I am very passionate about human rights, especially those regarding safe migration. And I believe in a free Palestine.

I have two older sisters (28, 36) so I like to believe I’m very cultured haha, especially when it comes to music. I appreciate learning about new cultures and mindsets through people and like to travel as much as I can even though I come from a low-income background :)

I have severe asthma so I do not smoke and prefer not to be around it but when in Europe you have to adapt so I’m flexible.

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Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Money is tight so I will be honest in saying that getting a host is ideal, but really I try to travel every free weekend I have and can financially afford to but that’s always by myself and I’m tired of the “solo” aspect of my traveling and would love to meet new people and have company and share experiences

Interests

• walking
• reading
• traveling
• journalism
• healthy food
• soccer/football

Music, Movies, and Books

Seriously all music, the alchemist, leaves of grass. LOVE Paddington

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Obtain a full-ride scholarship for college in the U.S. :)

Teach, Learn, Share

Can teach English/Spanish. Wanting to learn more German and how to cook local food! also as a sociologist applying to PhD soon, I’d love to hear more about relationships with people of all ages and the healthcare system. Have lots do travel stories I’m happy to exchange

What I Can Share with Hosts

Welcome to come and stay with me in coruña. And everything else mentioned above ^ I’m a great cook but only enjoy doing it for others so that might be an option :)

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, Canada, Denmark, England, France, Germany, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Malta, Morocco, Netherlands, Portugal, Scotland, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland

Countries I’ve Lived In

Spain, United States