I believe in kindness and a world full of good-hearted people
I love slow mornings and I am trying to get better at meditation
I will try just about any food once and if I don't like it then I hope there is a glass of red wine close by
I am lover of all (most) music...besides heavy/death metal
I read, but not enough
I love a good banter or meaningful conversation and forge my strongest friendships from those interactions
I find peace in the outdoors, but also a respected fear
In 2018, I hope to live freely, love deeply and listen closely...oh and skydive!
I am just a small-town girl, exploring a big world and I hope our paths cross!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

After studying abroad in Zambezi, Zambia and being able to participate in a home-stay, I realized how much more connected to the country, culture I became and the deeper kinship I formed with both peers and my hosts. Now when traveling, I value opportunities such as couchsurfing that allow you to experience and appreciate the true beauty of the country, community and culture you have chosen to be a part and form bonds with people you may not have otherwise had the chance to meet.

Interests

• cooking
• wine
• coffee
• yoga
• traveling
• hiking
• reading books
• listening to music
• sharing stories
• strength training

Music, Movies, and Books

I grew up in rural America, so country music is a part of my roots. If you hate it, let me give you five songs to change your mind. But I love it all! I have been to numerous DJ sets, Galantis & Marshmello being a couple favs. I have a strong love for Jazz music & Frank Sinatra.

I love watching a good film and I am a huge Tom Hanks fan! A couple of my all-time favorites are A Walk to Remember and Saving Private Ryan.

The last book I read that I couldn't put down was the memoir When Breath Becomes Air.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Helped to raise over $10,000 in my hometown for uninsured men and women in my community to receive free mammograms and breast cancer screening.

Countries I’ve Visited

Botswana, England, France, Greece, Italy, Switzerland, Zambia

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States