CURRENT MISSION

I live and work in New Orleans, play as much ultimate frisbee as I can, and go to as many local music shows as I can!

ABOUT ME

I'm pretty outgoing, friendly, and easy to talk to. I can be serious or light-hearted depending on the topic of conversation, and I really enjoy being active, whether it's just taking a walk in the park or going rock climbing. Perhaps my favorite activity is listening to live music, though. I love hearing all types of musicians play from professionals to locals; I also play the ukulele and sing myself. I've lived in Louisiana, Alabama, Mississippi, and Colorado in the States and have been in Lille, France for 3 months for a research internship.

PHILOSOPHY

"My religion is simple. My religion is kindness." - Dalai Lama
I firmly follow this religion of kindness and find no reason to ever bring negativity into my life or anyone else's. Being kind has brought incredible people into my life, as well as unforgettable opportunities. I have no regrets.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

I believe I have an interesting perspective growing up as a minority in the southern United States. Being a first-generation Chinese-American, I grew up in two cultures simultaneously, and I have grown to love both. Therefore, I've always been open to other cultures, so I look forward to couchsurfing and meeting people from all over the world, learning from them, and sharing my own stories :)

Interests

I like discussions about the universe and anything in or beyond it. I have a passion for learning, ultimate frisbee, helping others, music, foreign languages, the outdoors, and food.

• singing
• music festivals
• festivals
• dining
• socializing
• music
• live music
• outdoor activities
• rock climbing
• chemistry
• languages
• neuroscience
• religion

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: The Avett Brothers, the Black Keys, the Blue Hit, Lily Allen, Eric Clapton, the Shins, Local Natives, Bastille, Cake, Little Dragon, Pentatonix, Grace Potter and the Nocturnals, Beirut, Young the Giant, Old Crow Medicine Show, Frank Turner, fun., the Andrews Sisters, Dean Martin, Frank Sinatra, Rise Against, the Beatles, Weezer, Radiohead, the Hush Sound

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

1. Played in an ultimate tournament in Breckenridge, Colorado at 10,000 feet elevation
2. Stood front row for the Black Keys and the Flaming Lips at two different music festivals

Teach, Learn, Share

I have done research in neuroscience for the past 3 years, and I always love sharing my research project with people. I have also been involved in research projects in environmental microbiology, analytical chemistry, and Alzheimer's disease.
My parents are from Guangzhou, the capital city of Guangdong, a province of China also known as Canton. With my family, I speak fluent Cantonese and enjoy the perks of traditional Cantonese cuisine. I have a good grasp on the language and some pretty good stories about my family living in America.
Also, I play the ukulele and sing. I love to share music with people and play with others as well!

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, China, France, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

France, United States