CURRENT MISSION

At the height of laughter, the universe is flung into a kaleidoscope of new possibilities. -Jean Houston

ABOUT ME

First of all, this feels a reminiscent of a dating service, but now that we've got that squared away a little more about myself:
- I am a student, 23 years old, studying International Relations and minoring in Leadership Studies and Spanish Studies at the University of Minnesota
- Currently studying abroad in Toledo, Spain
- Plans of attending law school Fall 2012
- I enjoy watching documentaries/I'm a news junkie
- Things I care deeply about: education, food safety, politics, environment, human rights and justice
- I'm a dog person.
- I enjoy the simple things in life, like the cold side of the pillow, leaves crunching under my feet in the fall or the first signs of spring after a grueling winter

PHILOSOPHY

"To laugh often and much; To win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children; To earn the appreciation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends; To appreciate beauty, to find the best in others; To leave the world a bit better, whether by a healthy child, a garden patch, or a redeemed social condition; To know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived. This is to have succeeded."
--Ralph Waldo Emerson

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

I just recently joined this site while studying abroad, so I haven't been home to host anyone... yet. In the past my roommates and I have hosted many friends and friends of friends from all over, just without the "couchsurfing" label. I participate here in Toledo by meeting up for drinks or to explore this great city we live in. Can't wait to get home and host myself!

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

Since I am new to couchsurfing, I have only had one experience. Stayed in Barcelona for the weekend and had a wonderful experience, it definitely made my trip all that much better to hang out with a local and really get a feel for the city beyond the typical touristy destinations (which I saw, of course, while she was at work :) )

Interests

learning, sarcasm, being outdoors, children, laughing, beer, documentaries, fresh snow, crunchy leaves, politics, music, history, fashion, yoga, spicy food, acts of altruism, giving, running, tennis, camping, TedTalks, hiking, watching sports (football, hockey, soccer, baseball), movies, cars, arts and crafts, travel and more..

• dogs
• arts
• fashion
• documentaries
• beauty
• education
• environment
• human rights
• dining
• beer
• yoga
• running
• drinking
• crafts
• gardening
• politics
• news
• movies
• traveling
• cars
• watching sports
• music
• outdoor activities
• hiking
• camping
• sports
• baseball
• soccer
• hockey
• tennis
• teaching
• history
• international relations
• law

Music, Movies, and Books

I have the most eclectic taste in music that it would be unfair to bore you to death with a mile-long list. I challenge you to introduce me to something new. :)

Books- On the Road, Into the Wild, Dean Koontz, Harry Potter, Eat, Pray, Love; and more

Movies- Too many. Crash, The Interpreter, Bourne Series, anything with Morgan Freeman

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Peed in Galileo's house.

Countries I’ve Visited

Czech Republic, Denmark, Ireland, Italy, Morocco, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain

Countries I’ve Lived In

Italy, Spain, United States