I've recently embarked on a brand new career, mid-life, and now that school etc is out of the way, I'm gradually trying to be out and about finding new places to explore. I love the outdoors and love to hike and enjoy nature. I live a pretty simple life and like moving slowly, but do have a slightly adventurous side from time to time. I try to stay unattached to "things" and accumulate experiences instead.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I've grown to like solo traveling, so Couchsurfing is a great way to connect with other travelers and like-minded people while on the go. I also love the notion of neighbors reaching out to neighbors and building community even if that is next door, across the country, or the world.

Interests

• breakfast
• knitting
• live music
• hiking
• road trips
• restaurants

Music, Movies, and Books

Pulp Fiction, Amelie, Halloween, Thelma & Louise, Stand By Me, Gladiator, Jurassic Park, Lost, X-Files, Twin Peaks, Bates Motel, Modern Family, Game of Thrones, American Horror Story, Battlestar Galactica

Andrew Bird, The Shins, The National, Guided By Voices, Neko Case, Courtney Barnett, Father John Misty, Nickel Creek, The New Pornographers, Spoon, St. Vincent, Rufus Wainwright, Regina Spektor, Valerie June

Stephen King, Mary Roach, Tom Robbins, To Kill A Mockingbird

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Quit my corporate accounting job, sold my car and most of my belongings, and moved out to the Pacific NW to join the Jesuit Volunteer Corp to be a full-time volunteer and live in an intentional community. After that, I went back to school in my mid-30s and started a whole new career.

Teach, Learn, Share

Nutrition, knitting, crocheting, sewing, advice on how to perfect your favorite Cajun recipe

What I Can Share with Hosts

Conversations, stories, perspectives from growing up in the deep south, advice on making major life changes, enjoying the outdoors, nutrition knowledge

Countries I’ve Visited

Canada, Cayman Islands, Mexico, Virgin Islands, U.S.