Hi! My name is Jessica (Jess, Jessie) and I am currently a resident of Iowa, USA. I have done a bit of traveling throughout the United States, and will be heading to Europe for the first time in May/June. I love enjoying good, healthy, fresh food, craft beer/cocktails, and being active. I am a runner and enjoy yoga, weightlifting, rock climbing, hiking, you name it. I absolutely love live music, especially seeing performers in smaller venues and enjoying the atmosphere. I am a Registered Nurse at a big university hospital here, and love caring for other people, sharing my knowledge and utilizing my skills to help them get better. I am very chill, go with the flow, and always interested in trying new things and meeting new people. FYI I am only looking for friendships, I am happily taken :)

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I will be solo traveling to Italy this summer for the first time before meeting with my family in Greece, and I would love to meet locals and fellow travelers around the country, and make some friends to share experiences with! And like many travelers, I am on a budget. I am grateful to anyone who would consider opening up their home to me and provide some insight into the area, and share stories!

Interests

• animals
• arts
• photography
• coffee
• yoga
• running
• live music
• hiking
• craft beer

Music, Movies, and Books

Too much music to list. Favorite genres: jam/psychedelic rock, funk rock, indie, reggae, alternative rock, acoustic singer/songwriter, classic rock, bluegrass, and pretty much anything I can sing along with.
Movies: I like adventure/action, comedy, suspense, and horror (and the occasional chic flick)
Books: big Stephen King fan, and other mystery/suspense books. Love to alternate between fiction and nonfiction books, ex: self-help/insight, personal development, anything health related.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

besides CPR on multiple humans...
Surfing in Nicaragua, and backpacking in Canyonlands National Park, Utah

Teach, Learn, Share

Fitness, health and wellness, yoga

What I Can Share with Hosts

Smiles, good conversation, good vibes... cleaning, meal preparation, pet sitting, whatever! Just ask :)

Countries I’ve Visited

Mexico, Nicaragua

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States