English teacher by trade, writer by passion, traveler by choice. Deep love and respect for adventure and learning. I love to talk, listen, and laugh. Don't be alarmed when I lay on the floor with your dog, ask you a million questions about your city, and force you to teach me all of the languages that you know. I will be your favorite guest :)

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I'm looking to travel the world on a teacher's salary. But even more than that, I'm looking to make new friends and construct relationships that will help me become a global person. And I promise that if you're ever in Chicago at the same time as me, you're welcome over!!

Interests

Traveling. Traveling. Traveling...

Did I mention traveling?

Also, learning new languages, and experiencing new cultures. Yoga. Cooking. Music. Gardening. Reading anything and everything. Love to sit with a cold beer and a warm heart and talk about things that matter :)

• dogs
• writing
• dancing
• tango
• cooking
• beer
• yoga
• gardening
• reading
• traveling
• music
• camping
• teaching
• languages

Music, Movies, and Books

The Alchemist, Wild, Ishmael, Dream of a Common Language. Those are my four favorite books, but the list is endless.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I've taught 11th grade and survived!!

Volunteered at an elephant refugee camp in Laos.

Visited and explored Angkor Wat

Cliff dived in Jamaica

Teach, Learn, Share

I can teach you how to read, write, and have incredibly perfect English grammar. I can cook you a delicious meal with whatever you have in your pantry.

I want to learn how to tango and salsa dance! Also, if you know any other languages, I'd like to pick up as much as I can!

I can share stories, bucket lists, and future plans for traveling.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I'm very friendly and kind. I will not make a mess / do weird strange things / bring weird strange people to your house. I promise to be nothing be a pleasure to host!

Countries I’ve Visited

Cambodia, Italy, Jamaica, Laos, Mexico, Spain, Thailand, United Arab Emirates, Vatican City State

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States