ABOUT ME

I'm a Cuban-American language teacher, sister, daughter, niece, cousin, aunt, yogi, good friend, and respectful house guest. I'm also 25% Pakistani on my father's side. I'm completely dedicated to teaching and learning. I enjoy the way travel can move a person in every possible way. I deeply believe in the importance of intercultural competence and although I'm working on it, I have little patience for those who disrespect and insist upon being the center of attention. I'm humble and generous, or at least that's what I'm told. :)

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

To meet wonderful people and experience new cultures

Interests

reading, practicing yoga, learning new languages, traveling, teaching, socializing, watching good movies and quality television, dancing...

• dancing
• cooking
• yoga
• movies
• reading
• traveling
• socializing
• teaching
• languages

Music, Movies, and Books

I'm a language nerd, so I love reading anything that gives me a deeper understanding of how language is created in the mind. Also, I'm on a constant journey to understand my background, so any books that serve as personal commentary of the communist Cuba experience fill my bookshelves at this current moment.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I climbed the Sierra Maestra in Granma, Cuba...walked the same trail as Fidel Castro but it didn't do anything to deepen my understanding of what a madman he became, only that he had incredible stamina, strength, and endurance as a young man. That climb is tougher than tough, and I didn't even reach the summit!

What I Can Share with Hosts

I love to cook with friends and share travel stories. I love to gift my hosts, so please let me know if I can bring you something from my home.

Countries I’ve Visited

Canada, China, Cuba, Dominican Republic, England, Germany, Mexico, Netherlands, Peru, Puerto Rico, South Korea, Spain, Turkey

Countries I’ve Lived In

South Korea, United States