CURRENT MISSION

To see the world through new eyes

ABOUT ME

All about me?? I'm 38 years old, but I feel much younger! I have a sense of adventure, and I have slept on a beach in India, swam with sharks and rays in Belize, eaten Chapulines in Mexico, and hitch-hiked in several countries, though now I prefer a little more comfort and safety. ;)

I quit my corporate type jobs about 7 years to be an artist, and I'm a happier and nicer person for it. I love living in San Francisco, a place where you can truly be yourself. If I had to live elsewhere, I would most likely live in Europe or Mexico.

I think a culture is best explored via food, coffee, walking, and music. I love trying new cuisines, and discovering new music. I'm on the eternal hunt for the best cup of coffee in the world.

I have two adorable kitties at home and yes, I'm a bit of a crazy cat lady. *wink*

In my free time I enjoy painting, writing, photography and travel (obviously). I just started doing yoga and it feels so good!

PHILOSOPHY

Do no harm. My goal in life is to bring beauty into this world. I try to do this with my art and interactions. I feel we are all citizens of Planet Earth and we should always be open to new experiences, new philosophies, as long as they are done with love!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

I would like to be able to offer up my couch from time to time. It's comfy for sleeping on. My apartment is in the heart of a fantastic, vibrant neighborhood in SF, famous for its murals, food, and hipsters.

When I am "surfing" I would like to offer my henna art to my hosts, and help them learn English (if desired), treat my hosts to coffee or lunch, or just do any spontaneous activity that comes up.

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

I'm a virgin couch surfer! Looking forward to seeing what it's all about.

Interests

Henna, Burning Man, Salsa dance, Reefs and snorkeling, biology, symbiosis, delicious food, coffee, fashion, minimalism, House music, painting, botany, animals, fun

• animals
• cats
• arts
• culture
• writing
• fashion
• photography
• beauty
• festivals
• dancing
• environment
• dining
• coffee
• yoga
• walking
• traveling
• painting
• minimalism
• music
• surfing
• snorkeling
• biology
• beaches

Music, Movies, and Books

Deep House, Chicago House, Rock en Español, Salsa, Son, Bachata

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Attending the Burning Man festival was amazing. Radical self-reliance, a gift "economy", radical inclusion, super creativity, all in a harsh environment, show that a Utopian society isn't merely possible, it actually is exists. The openness and creativity at this event are astounding and I love that it spills over into "real life".

Teach, Learn, Share

I am a professional henna artist and I love hennaing people I meet. Because I'm kind of shy, this is a great way for me to connect with people and get to know them on a more personal level. I also enjoy the opportunity to help people carry on their cultural traditions, or create new rituals.