I am a writer, editor, explorer, and seeker. I was born and raised in Minnesota but have traveled extensively--around the United States as well as Europe. I have an older sister, younger brother, and a large extended family that leaves nearby. I work for a magazine and am also a freelance writer. I lived for 5 months with a host family in Toledo, Spain, and consider myself bilingual (although a bit rusty). I enjoy getting off the beaten path, writing while riding on trains, road trips, good food, good drink, and good people. Conversation fuels me. I want to see as much of the world as possible.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

To meet locals, save money, see the true heart of every city I'm in, and make new connections with likeminded people around the world.

Interests

Writing, reading, traveling, coffee, beer, wine, spirits, food (all but dairy--I'm allergic!), taking long walks, driving for the sake of driving, pushing beyond my comfort zone.

• writing
• perfumes
• dining
• wine
• beer
• coffee
• drinking
• gardening
• reading
• traveling
• freelancing
• road trips

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: Leon Bridges, Stevie Wonder, Black Keys, Andrew Bird, Punch Brothers, Otis Redding, Sam Cooke, Etta James, Nat King Cole, John Coltrane, Bon Iver... so many more.

Movies: Lots. No horror movies though.

Books: Catcher in the Rye, The Great Gatsby, The Art of Fielding, 1984, Little Women, To Kill a Mockingbird... many more

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Watched the sunrise over the volcanos surrounding Antigua, Guatemala, from a rooftop garden

Teach, Learn, Share

I have a strange affinity for helping people write their resumes and cover letters. I love to edit and capture the essence of a person, place or thing with my writing.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Good conversation, a meal, and a great cup of coffee.

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Bahamas, Belgium, Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, England, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Greece, Guatemala, Ireland, Italy, Mexico, Russian Federation, Saint Martin (French part), Spain, Sweden, Ukraine, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Spain