CURRENTLY

I'm traveling along with West Coast and live in Dallas, where I am a freelance writer and editor and am also returning to acting. I live with my 7-year-old cat, who is the love of my life.

Note: I'm queer (nonbinary, bisexual) and disabled, among other things. I do not put up with homophobia, transphobia, misogyny, racism, ableism, or any other forms of hate. I am, however, welcoming of anyone who is loving, no matter what categories they might fall into.

ABOUT ME

I am a kind, respectful person who can have fun doing anything from reading a book and conversing with friends to attending a loud concert and dancing all night. I'm very quiet and shy, but I will be talkative with an outgoing person.

PHILOSOPHY

In a nutshell, I think that it is everyone's obligation to take care of other people and the environment in the fullest capacity possible.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I love meeting new people and experiencing the places where I stay from the perspective of a resident instead of a tourist.

Interests

I am passionate about environmentalism, righting social injustice, writing, music, books, films, pop culture, animals/animal welfare, vegetarian cooking, yoga, walking, sewing, crafting, enjoying the outdoors, learning and trying new things.

• animals
• cats
• arts
• culture
• writing
• books
• performing arts
• concerts
• dancing
• animal welfare
• environment
• cooking
• vegetarian
• yoga
• walking
• gardening
• movies
• reading
• traveling
• music
• outdoor activities
• social justice
• intersectionality
• feminism
• intersectional feminism

Music, Movies, and Books

Some favorite artists include: Guided By Voices, Bjork, The New Pornographers, The Beatles, Teenage Fanclub, Pavement, Bowie, Blur, ELO ... I like rock in its many forms, jazz, funk, R&B, pop, rap, country (the old stuff). Basically, I love music.

Favorite filmmakers include: David Lynch, Fellini, The Coens, Wes Anderson, Billy Wilder, Frank Capra, the Coppolas, Godard, Kubrik, Spike Jonze, Charlie Kaufman, Noah Baumbach, Miranda July ... I am also a sucker for Pixar movies.

Favorite authors include: Michael Chabon, Dave Eggers, Sarah Vowell, Steinbeck, Camus, R Crumb, Adrian Tomine, Chris Ware, Marjane Satrapi, Zadie Smith, Jane Austen, Anais Nin, David Foster Wallace, Cormac McCarthy, Miranda July ...

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

The Garden of the Gods in Colorado is one of the most breathtaking pieces of nature that I have seen. It made me realize how beautiful my own country is and that I need to see more of it. I also got to visit Snoqualmie Falls, a big deal for a Twin Peaks nerd.

Teach, Learn, Share

I'm an excellent writer and editor, and a pretty good storyteller. I would love to share these skills with my host in any way I can.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I love helping take care of the home where my host lives, which goes beyond just picking up after myself. I will gladly chip in with chores, pet care, and even gardening. I am great with animals and children. I am also fun to have conversations with once I come out of my shell and love going on adventures (especially walking around cities and hiking).