I am a pretty go with the flow kind of person, bubbly extroverted yet secretly introverted, and am extremely passionate about way too many things. I originally studied art in college but found a passion for human rights & law and have been following that path for about 5 years now. I just finished my masters degree & plan to use it to work for a non-profit that works to improve conditions for those suffering from oppression at the hands of others who think they are above the law (like IJM or something similar). I am also extremely passionate about animal rights, environmental conservation, Harry Potter, and good food. I love adventure but also love to stay home & relax. I have never been a party animal & never will, unless a party means board games or a movie. I am a neat freak so I won't mess up anyones home & I am happy to cuddle any animals you have :)

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I decided that there will be no better time that now to backpack through Europe (done with school & will start a full-time job next) and I would love to make friends & stay with those who know the country & culture I will be in!

Interests

Politics, religion, international affairs, animals, environmental conservation, hiking, soccer, reading, & exploring

• dancing
• cooking
• running
• reading
• hiking
• camping
• soccer
• international relations
• religion
• art
• netflix

Music, Movies, and Books

Books: Harry Potter, Half the Sky, The Great Gatsby, I am Malala, The Good News About Injustice, etc... (novels+ human rights political books)

Movies & TV: Count of Monte Cristo, Hot Fuzz, Princess Bride, Blood Diamond, Argo, Motorman Prophecies, Star Wars, Gilmore Girls, X-Files, Walking Dead, Dr. Who, Sherlock, Stranger Things, Stargate, Firefly

Music: Christian music that is good (ex - All Sons & Daughters, United Pursuit ) & almost all oldies between the 60s & 90s (Huey Lewis & the Bee Gees are major guilty pleasures)

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Backpacking the W in Patagonia in southern Chile. The most beautiful & wonderfully thing I have ever done, even though it killed my knees it was so worth it & I would do it again.

Teach, Learn, Share

I love to talk about, learn, & teach others about religion, cultures, politics, human rights, ethical sourcing, environmental conservation, and animal rights. I speak geek pretty well on subjects like Harry Potter or Sci Fi tv-shows/movies.

I can teach you how to make awesome guacamole. & I can teach the basics of swing dance, lindy hop, salsa, and the cha cha. :)

What I Can Share with Hosts

I promise to bring a fun spirit and good conversation along with my guacamole expertise & maybe a bottle of wine or another treat!

Countries I’ve Visited

Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Malta, Mexico, Netherlands, Panama, Peru, Spain, Uruguay

Countries I’ve Lived In

Chile, Costa Rica, United States