CURRENT MISSION

Change the world one couch at a time

ABOUT ME

Positive, vibrant, and absolutely love new people. I am a total includer and want to make sure those who linger around the edges of a party are integrated into the social fabric.

Traveling to new places and making new friends is something I cherish.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I enjoy experiencing the lifestyle and vibe of a new location more than just checking the attractions off of a checklist. And I like to share the beauty and vibe of Colorado with visitors.

Interests

A mix of enjoying time with friends and challenging myself with new adventures and skills. I am equally at home singing at the piano or summiting a high peak. I love to start new things and have to catch myself that I don't take on too many new projects at once.

• traveling
• music
• cycling
• hiking
• history
• lgbt
• learning new languages

Music, Movies, and Books

Music - Keane, Depeche Mode, Usher, Rufus Wainwright
Books - this one is tough. Too many to list. Mix of non-fiction like The Great Influenza and fiction like Demon Copperhead
Movies - Lars and the Real Girl, Schindler's List, It's a Wonderful Life, Jean de Florette, Cinema Paradiso

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

- Volcano erupting while we were visiting Ecuador.
- Mountain biking from Durango, Colorado to Moab, Utah
- Hiking from rim to rim on the Grand Canyon
- Rafting the Middle Fork of the Salmon River in Idaho
- Rafting the Grand Canyon over 16 days.

Teach, Learn, Share

I speak English pretty well. ;-)
I love plants and enjoy both indoor and outdoor gardening.
Fermentation is a recent interest area and I have been making yogurt, kefir, etc.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I feel like I can converse on a variety of topics, and I love to listen. Open to hearing all about your life and culture.

Countries I’ve Visited

Denmark, Ecuador, France, Germany, Myanmar, Peru, Sweden, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

China, Hungary, United States