Hi! I'm still pretty new to couchsurfing so forgive me if I miss something obvious. Hopefully now that I am beginning to travel more I can connect more to the couch surfing community and other communities of travelers!

I am an open minded person who is curious about the world on a variety of different levels, whether it's conversing with new people, reading a book about the social patterns of ants, getting lost and un-lost, thinking about different ways to understand the complexity of the world we find ourselves in or wondering if we are all laughing for the same reason. While I do enjoy thinking, I also love to enjoy the present moment.

I am new to Seattle so am happy to explore the city with you (and share some spots I already love).

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I am interested in connecting with people, expanding my world view, and learning from others.

I have heard amazing things about the traveling community and the couch surfing community. Playing the tourist and staying in a hotel is a very sterile experience and not what I am looking for when I travel. At some point when I have a more stable/accessible home I hope to share the generosity I have received when moving to a new place, but until then I would be happy to give advice meet with you in Seattle.

Interests

I love to bike, and cycle to commute and for fun. It helps me explore new places at a pace that is fast enough but not overwhelming. I enjoy cooking, and think that sharing meals is a great way to build community. In general I like to be outside whether it's in the mountains hours from any town or just out in a park or be engaged in a social activity with other people.

Music, Movies, and Books

All great conversation topics for when we meet!

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

When I was young, foolish and energetic I collected several hundred pounds of crayons to recycle and provide art supplies/opportunities for children in disadvantaged situations.

Teach, Learn, Share

Teach/Share: While I have a number of deep interests, I don't consider myself such an expert in any field that I have nothing left to learn. I have been practicing yoga for many years so am happy to share my practice with you. I have studied hydrology/climate science for many years, so am happy to share that knowledge with you as well. Really I love being outside, having meaningful conversations and growing from those around me, so I am sure there are multiple things we will be able to connect over.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I really enjoy cooking and if you host me I would love to cook for you/ if I end up hosting at some point in the future, I would also enjoy cooking with anyone who stays with me. I like to think I have other things to share, but I'm not exactly sure how to answer this question.

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Botswana, Canada, Costa Rica, Croatia, Czech Republic, Ecuador, England, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Jordan, Peru, South Africa, Spain

Countries I’ve Lived In

Sweden, United States