I'm 22 years old, recently graduated from university. After graduating and backpacking in Alaska for a few months, I since moved to Ourense, Spain to teach English for the next year and explore as much of Spanish and European culture as I can.

I believe that key parts to life are nature, gratitude, positivity, compassion, and balance. I try to embody an optimistic spirit everyday and immerse myself among people who also see the importance of caring for our communities and environment but never stray away from a good time.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Pretty new to Couchsurfing, but my first experiences have been nothing but positive... I know that traveling alone is always exciting but can be lonely— so having friendly, lively, and optimistic people alongside you is always a plus.

When I travel, I prefer not to just see but to experience. I want to learn more about a place and people than simply the normal tourist scene. I want to know what it's like to live there.

Interests

Hiking, Backpacking, Skiing, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Psychology, Travel, Speaking (and improving) my Spanish, Dancing, Food, Live Music

• culture
• dancing
• environment
• dining
• cooking
• beer
• traveling
• music
• live music
• cycling
• hiking
• backpacking
• skiing
• lacrosse
• psychology
• mountains

Music, Movies, and Books

Books: anything by Dennis Lehane
Music: John Butler Trio, String Cheese Incident, Big K.R.I.T., SOJA
Movie: Cool Runnings, The Soloist, Crash

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Backpacking alone through the Atlas Mountains of Morocco being welcomed and staying in various small Berber villages along the way

Teach, Learn, Share

Can help with anyone practicing their English or Spanish!

I'm always trying to improve my cooking skills. I love food.

I try to be as good of a listener as possible.

I can share my own perspectives on life and perhaps challenge you on yours.

What I Can Share with Hosts

A lively conversation, licor café, some beers and food, a helping hand in the kitchen, and a genuine intrigue to learn more about your city, county, culture, and family.

Countries I’ve Visited

Argentina, Belize, Costa Rica, France, Italy, Mexico, Morocco, Peru, Portugal, Switzerland

Countries I’ve Lived In

Chile, Spain, United States