Hello everyone! My name is Lavien and I am from Southern California, United States. I have been very blessed to live in such a beautiful place. I am a student currently working on a nursing degree and I am passionate about helping others in my career. Before I go to nursing school I want to travel and explore new places, and meet new people. Life is so short and I feel like I am missing out staying in one location when there is so much beauty in the world. Beautiful places, cultures, and people!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I am on Couchsurfing because I want to meet new people, travel to new places, and explore different cultures. I have couchsurfed a couple times now and I love it! I love meeting new hosts and other couchsurfers and I can say they have made a positive impact in my life. I love to hear people’s stories and gain new perspectives and see how other people live.

I am making an effort to live a humble and simple lifestyle and I am not too good to sleep on a couch in order to really see how the locals live! I believe that sometimes the beauty and culture of "touristy" locations can get lost with the crowds and love when a local resident tells me the best spots and even shows me around. I am new to couch surfing and hope to meet more and more people!

Interests

• poetry
• hiking
• swimming
• eating
• nature
• relaxing
• pizza
• exploring
• talking
• cooking and baking

Music, Movies, and Books

I like most music, and I am open to hearing new kinds of music as long as it is comes from a passionate place.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Solo backpacking through Europe!

Teach, Learn, Share

I love to cook! I am no chef but I can share some of my favorite recipes and I love cooking for others.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can share my stories and good company. I love to talk with all types of people and what they have experienced and their dreams and goals. I always try my best to have a positive attitude and outlook on life everyday.

Countries I’ve Visited

France, Germany, Greece, Italy, Netherlands, Switzerland

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States