I am a Performance Poet & creative writer and am just beginning my journey making this profession my career! When I'm not reading or writing, I am outside--living in the heart of the Appalachian mountains has helped me find my true love for Mother Nature and everything she brings.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

To share the place I so fondly call home and to culturally immerse myself while traveling!

Interests

Poetry. Nature. Good friends. Better food.

• poetry
• reading
• camping
• trail running
• biking
• poetry slam

Music, Movies, and Books

Blue Highways, Love is a Dog from Hell, Andrea Gibson, Nas, Pineapple Express, Into the Wild, Dickens, Anis Mojani, Joyce and many, many more.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Renovated a '94 school bus that I now live on!

What I Can Share with Hosts

I love this area. Western North Carolina is underrated and incredible. I know several hikes in this area, great food and music. If nothing else, I can show you a window in to the South and Appalachian culture.

My passion is poetry & public speaking. I never shy away from an intellectual conversation, especially when over a drink!

Countries I’ve Visited

Bahamas, Canada, Hungary, New Zealand, Turks and Caicos Islands

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States