I'm Jody from England. Happy and open person who likes the simple things in life, like watching the sunset it a beautiful place! I was born in Burton-upon-Trent, Staffordshire, and have lived all my life in the South Derbyshire (apart from when I've lived away from home for work). I love Derbyshire and the local areas, from the famous "Dovedale" in the Peak District, to my local river Dove and all the great views around it. I love holistic health, but also love great tasting food so this slows down my health mission (I used to weigh 31 stone). I don't smoke, I only drink on special celebrations. I believe in God (but I'm not a perfect Christian). I have a teenage daughter from my previous partner (when my life was very different!), and she lives with her Mum in the South West of England. I am confident and out going for my work, but the real me is quiet in my personal life. I have worked in various different industries (health club, hotel, TV, radio, railway and communications) getting senior positions and being very successful. I love relaxing with friends at the beach or by a river, then out at restaurants or nights in. I like to indulge in luxury sometimes, but also like to experience real life with real people and what ever comes with it. I'm very flexible and adaptable to the people I am around, I learnt this while working in Egypt for 10 years. My favourite place in Egypt is the Upper Egypt villages - by the river Nile - this is where I have experienced with my eyes the purpose of life, to love people.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I like to meet new people and have fun.

Interests

I love travelling and adventure. Discovering beautiful natural places with friends.

• walking
• traveling
• music
• cycling
• swimming
• films
• social media

Music, Movies, and Books

Music Lady Gaga and Chris Brown. Comedy and romantic Movies like Titanic and Scary Movie, plus some thrillers.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I ran the London Marathon in 2005

Teach, Learn, Share

I am happy to each anyone English and any skills I have to give. I love to learn about life outside Europe, and anything else that helps us live a better life. I like to share my experiences from the UK and my travels, plus locally I can share with you:
- Dove Valley: River Dove walks past the famous "Tutbury Castle"
- Burton-upon-Trent/Derby: Best places to stay, eat, drink and see.
- Derbyshire: Dovedale stepping stones
- Staffordshire: Alton Towers theme park
- Swimming: I love to swim so I can advise the best places to swim, plus introduce you to the area's only outdoor pool!

What I Can Share with Hosts

I will gladly share any information you wish to know about the UK and my experiences, plus help as I can with my skills in cooking, health, fitness, photography, video editing and social media.

Countries I’ve Visited

Egypt, England, France, Germany, Greece, Malta, Morocco, Netherlands, Scotland, Spain, United Kingdom, Wales

Countries I’ve Lived In

Egypt, England, United Kingdom