CURRENT MISSION

To coexist among banana trees. To escape the city.

ABOUT ME

There is something calming to me about banana trees. I describe myself as a 'clumsy language whore' -- I love to learn new languages, but I often get so excited by the prospect of learning a new language that I forget to gain competency in a previously studied language.

PHILOSOPHY

Internal spasticity is much easier on beautiful days.
Be happy and friendly, it's the only way to live.
I believe in karma.
Learn how to say "Thank You" in as many languages as possible.
Music makes the world go round... or at least makes the ride more pleasant.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

I've hosted more than I've surfed. I've been MIA for a while as I've been relocating my life, but I'm hoping to reemerge!

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

I have had a handful of very positive couchsurfing experiences both through members I've connected with via couchsurfing.org, and from friends of friends. It's been a while since I've been in a position to host, but I'm hoping to be able to contribute where I may.

Interests

Banana trees
People
Music that conveys emotions
Books
Finding freedom in nature
Languages
Travels
Climbing
Outside

• books
• dining
• beer
• coffee
• music
• rock climbing
• languages

Music, Movies, and Books

I take recommendations. I enjoy Paulo Coelho, J.D. Salinger, vegan books, and lots of others. Reading is crucial.
Music... Anything with a good beat that makes you feel alive, like dancing, or otherwise encourages emotional experience.
Movies.. I have never been a great movie person.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Fed a giraffe, skydived over Hawaii, roadtripped across the US.
Bishop. Yosemite.

Teach, Learn, Share

Teach: Smile. Let Go. Don't plan. Don't expect. Be Appreciative.
Learn: car/motorcycle/bicycle maintenance, languages,
Share: climbing, coffee, food, beer

What I Can Share with Hosts

Urban adventures in coffee spots, pizza, and dive bars. Climbing!!

Countries I’ve Visited

Argentina, Cameroon, France, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Kenya, Malaysia, Mali, Mexico, Morocco, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Thailand, Turkey

Countries I’ve Lived In

Brazil, Spain, Tanzania, United States

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