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Overview

  • 4 references 1 Confirmed & Positive
  • Fluent in English; learning Spanish
  • 35, Female
  • Member since 2011
  • Graphic Artist for Lucky's Market, a natural foods store ...
  • Studied Graphic Design/International Studies at Iowa Stat...
  • From Iowa City, Iowa, United States
  • Profile 90% complete

About Me

ABOUT ME

I am a very visual person, which is why I chose to pursue a design degree. I am interested in human rights issues and international communications. I hope to someday work for a non-profit that will allow me to travel.I'm kind of a goof. I appreciate being independent.As of yet, I haven't travelled or adventured much outside of my comfort zone. I would like to change this.

PHILOSOPHY

Challenge everything, especially yourself. Accept and love others.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

I would love to host. I would also get drinks with anyone who is new to the area or just passing through!

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

I know many people that have CouchSurfed, but have only had a few experiences CouchSurfing.

Interests

Human rights issues, art history, sandwiches, Tina Fey/Amy Poehler, cooking, reading, napping, rollerblading. New to Colorado, I am learning to climb and explore the Rocky mountains!

  • arts
  • design
  • human rights
  • dining
  • cooking
  • drinking
  • reading
  • traveling
  • skydiving
  • art history
  • communications
  • history
  • mountains

Music, Movies, and Books

I'm into indie, alternative, folk, electronic, and experimental music. You can visit my last.fm profile for specifics. I am a DJ at my college's student radio station.I prefer to watch movies that make me think, even to the point of confusion. I'm a sucker for psychological thrillers and twist endings.I like reading sci-fi and satire. Kurt Vonnegut is my favorite.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I feel that my life hasn't been extraordinary, but there is plenty of time left in my life for that....But one time I went skydiving.

Teach, Learn, Share

I'm not sure that I have much to teach, though I find that conversation with others always inspires.I would gladly make you a mix CD. Or a poster.I love cooking with other people. Food is better when shared.

Countries I’ve Visited

France, Italy, Lithuania, Mexico, Netherlands, Poland, Switzerland

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States

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