Hi! I am a down-to-earth, coversational, philosophical, and cheerful person who enjoys sharing experiences and learning about people. I'm a passionate cook and fascinated by new foods. Also, I'm an avid nature explorer.

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To travelers visiting Portland:
Welcome! It would please me to show you a local perspective of Portland. (Sadly I can't host because I rent a room in a house). I've been helped by countless locals during my travels and I feel obliged and privileged to return the favor.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

My first couchsurfing host told me, "It is not where you are, but whom you are with." The more I travel the more that rings true.

Mi primer huésped de couchsurfing me dijo, "No es donde estás sino que con quien estás."

Interests

• cooking
• baking
• gardening
• trumpet
• hiking
• psychology
• lindy hop

Music, Movies, and Books

I love classic literature, such as Tolstoy. Also, I play the trumpet, and focus on jazz and film scores. My favorite movies are those that are critically acclaimed as great works of art.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I traveled so long in Myanmar that I overstayed my visa.

Teach, Learn, Share

I would enjoy sharing stories from travels and other walks of life.

What I Can Share with Hosts

English practice (if you wish), cooking, and fascinating conversation.

El practicar de inglés (si tengas interés), conversación fascinante, y concinando.

Countries I’ve Visited

Bolivia, Cambodia, Chile, Colombia, France, India, Italy, Laos, Malaysia, Mexico, Myanmar, Peru, Sweden, Thailand, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States