CURRENT MISSION

My current mission is discovery; I want to dive into every corner of Europe while I am here. I am thrilled by new places, and it enhances the experience to discuss those new places with those who know them best. Also, I hope to improve my French!

ABOUT ME

I'm a student looking to explore. I am studying abroad in France for six months, and I want to see as much of Europe as I can in that time. I enjoy discovering new music, and I am open to all sorts of discussions. Engineering has kept me occupied for the past two and a half years, so it is now time to grow the other side of my brain. My plans are to improve my French (which is quite terrible, but slowly growing), implant myself into cultures from my history books, and become a part of the beautiful scenery that covers this earth.

PHILOSOPHY

"Dear children, let us not love with words or tongue, but with actions and in truth."
1 John 3:18

I want to live in action. Let's improve the lives of those around us and perhaps improve our own lives by understanding how they live.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

I am new to couchsurfing, but I'm looking forward to meeting many new people. When I get back to the states, I hope to have an opportunity to host.

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

I had not couch surfed before coming to Europe, but here I have had some awesome experiences. This is an excellent way to meet people and understand the city you are exploring. I have surfed with people who have lived in the city for many years, as well as people who are new to their cities. What I've found in common is that hosts get excited about their home, no matter what. I've loved the conversations and the experiences that have stemmed from my surfing.

Interests

Music, culture, nature, cuisine... If you host me or can tell me about your town, I would love it if you could tell me about traditions or the best food/drink from your area.

• culture
• books
• dining
• drinking
• socializing
• music
• surfing
• engineering
• history

Music, Movies, and Books

Just a taste: (very difficult to try to list)

Music: Wilco, The Shins, The Beatles, Johnny Cash, The Postal Service, Jason Mraz, Franz Ferdinand, Bon Iver, Simon & Garfunkel...
Movies: Amélie, The King's Speech, Breakfast at Tiffany's, Roman Holiday, Sabrina...
Books: Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close, Their Eyes Were Watching God, Catch 22...

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Working to restore homes in the western part of Virgina; I have met some of the most interesting people of my life there.

Teach, Learn, Share

I want to learn about your culture; I can share with you mine!