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Overview
About Me
CURRENT MISSION
Never let life get in the way of living.
ABOUT ME
I love to meet new people, and to immerse myself in situations beyond my comfort zone. I'll try almost anything once (sky-diving still on the to-do list) and always try to make the best out of any situation. I'm open-minded, super active, spontaneous, and I try to be as gentle to the environment as I can.
PHILOSOPHY
"So many people walk around with a meaningless life. They seem half-asleep, even when they're busy doing things they think are important. This is because they're chasing the wrong things. The way you get meaning into your life is to devote yourself to loving others, devote yourself to your community around you, and devote yourself to creating something that gives you purpose and meaning." -Morrie
Why I’m on Couchsurfing
HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING
I have hosted surfers in South Lake Tahoe as well as Salem and had many positive experiences. I haven't had a chance to surf yet but I am looking forward to the opportunity.
COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE
Sharing will change the world, and that is what the couch surfing experience is about, sharing ideas, food, wine, stories. It is truly fantastic!
Interests
Traveling (of course), learning, sharing, creating, gardening, costume making, reading, tea, baking, delicious and nutritious food, the great outdoors, hiking, biking, camping, yoga, running, life...
- festivals
- environment
- dining
- cooking
- recipes
- wine
- baking
- yoga
- running
- gardening
- reading
- traveling
- eating out
- music
- outdoor activities
- cycling
- hiking
- camping
- surfing
- scuba diving
Music, Movies, and Books
Books: Tuesdays With Morrie, The Tao of Pooh, White Oleander, 100 Years of Solitude, Into the Wild...
Music:
Michael Franti & Spearhead, Bassnectar, Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros, Xavier Rudd, Oasis, Fleetwood Mac, Radiohead...
Movies: Fight Club, V for Vendetta, Amelie, The Princess Bride, Forrest Gump, Monsters inc...
One Amazing Thing I’ve Done
Shambhala Music Festival (2002-2012)
the Camino de Santiago (July 2011)
Teach, Learn, Share
I am happy to make travelers a nice cup of tea and swap travel tips and stories. Plus I am a pretty decent cook and I would love to exchange food and recipes.
Countries I’ve Visited
Canada, Colombia, Cuba, Ireland, Mexico, Panama, Spain, United States
Countries I’ve Lived In
Canada, United States