Yogini and yoga instructor, lover of all things art, music and performance. I believe in feeding people and free food, so far that's manifested as me making food for other people to enjoy and I like that. Things are better shared, and I hold verbal communication in very high regard! Its all about the communication!

I grew up in Vermont on Lake Champlain. Life in VT is centered on outdoor activities and subsequently I love to hike, bike, climb, and generally go on adventures. In 2008 I lived in Ecuador for a year, and then I moved to Rome, Italy for University. Since then I have also lived in Cape Town, South Africa and in Mexico. I like to share stories and hear them, make connections with people. Community is what my life is all about, supporting in anyway I can and participating. I am very outgoing, meeting new people in new places is one of my favorite things.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Because I like to hear different perspectives, have chats and connect with people. My experiences are usually about the people I meet rather than the places I visit!

Interests

Sustainable living, yoga, hiking, rock climbing, traveling, crafting and art, cooking, reading (lots and lots of reading!!). I love to learn new languages and to talk to people. Watching a good film, knitting/crocheting, wine, nice beer, cooking new recipes, baking cookies/muffins/bread/vegan/non-vegan snacks, hearing stories, telling stories, direct communication, laughing, camping, hugging, theater, singing, impromptu jam sessions, ADVENTURES!

• arts
• singing
• theater
• cooking
• recipes
• wine
• baking
• vegan
• yoga
• reading
• traveling
• knitting
• outdoor activities
• cycling
• hiking
• camping
• surfing
• skiing
• rock climbing
• languages

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: folk, jazz, acoustic, and much more
Books: The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho, The Mists of Avalon by Marrion Zimmer Bradly, any book by Tolkien (I am a shameless fantasy/scifi lover), Name of the Wind by Patrick Rothfuss, Oranges Are Not The Only Fruit by Jeanette Winterson, Many Lives Many Masters by Brain L. Weiss, anything written by George RR Martin. And many, many, more!!! Always interested in any book swaps/recommendations

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Hike 120 miles through Vermont wilderness.
Trad-climb Table Mountain in Cape Town and summit as the sun set.
Stayed in silence and fasted for 7 days (doesn't sound like too long, but for a person who talks alot it was pretty wild!)

Teach, Learn, Share

Always happy to give yoga classes, pranayama (breathing), or guided meditation for anyone who is interested. I can teach some baking skills, crocheting/knitting, English/Spanish/Italian languages, and much more, just ask.
I am constantly trying to improve in languages, so i love to practice speaking Spanish, Italian or French. I would like to learn anything someone wants to share or teach.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can share stories, inspirations, ideas, and cook meals and share baked goods, and give yoga classes!

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Belgium, Ecuador, England, France, Germany, Guatemala, Italy, Mexico, Morocco, Netherlands, Portugal, South Africa, Spain, Switzerland

Countries I’ve Lived In

Ecuador, Italy, Mexico, South Africa, United States