CURRENT MISSION

To know myself. To go within and encourage the same for others

ABOUT ME

My chosen name is Quasheba Shamla El though many people still know me as Elaine

My friends always say I am a great listener with a candid sense of humor. [I may seem shy at first!]

Though I'm city raised I am most inspired by natural settings like the beach, mountains, grassy fields.

PHILOSOPHY

I believe that our time on earth is a gift to us from our creator. By reaching and achieving our personal goals we can inspire and support those around us. Those close to me know I would do all I could to help them if they needed anything.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

By being a respectful guest.

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

Some friends recommended this site to be. Though I don't have much experience, I'm excited to travel.

Interests

Now that I'm out of school I have more time to read as well as create.

Making salt scrubs, biking, dancing, walking barefoot on warm cobblestones, blending smoothies, sprouting wheatgrass, finding flowers for my altar, writing poems whenever I get a chance.

• arts
• writing
• poetry
• dancing
• walking
• flowers
• traveling
• cycling
• beaches
• mountains

Music, Movies, and Books

I love instrumental music, nature sounds, african drums, jazz, soulfull stuff

First and foremost I read myself : )

I enjoyed reading Blue Light by Walter Mosley, and Brown Girl in the Ring by Nalo Hopkinson,

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I am awed by nature. Clouds, mountaintops and high grasses more recently.

I am learning how to focus on my self care, and love.

Teach, Learn, Share

I am holistic health coach and prenatal yoga instructor. I make amazing smoothies and salads. I love dancing and would be glad to share some moves. I also have some organic farming experience as well.

Countries I’ve Visited

Germany, Guyana, India, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States