ATTENTION: PLEASE READ MY ENTIRE PROFILE and "MY HOME" BEFORE SENDING A REQUEST. I will not accept request to stay if you don't as I feel learning about a potential host is part of the CS experience.

CURRENT MISSION

My mission is to cherish all the things I have in life. Control the things you can control...how you treat people, taking care of the environment, health, etc.

ABOUT ME

I value integrity, love a good latte or espresso, and enjoy making someone’s day. Traveling abroad is a hobby I do not get to do as often as I would like. When not working or exercising, I enjoy spending time with friends.

PHILOSOPHY

Anyone can give up, it's the easiest thing in the world to do. But to hold it together when everyone else would understand if you fell apart, that's true strength.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I want to live the culture of every place I visit. I enjoy attending local events. I have never used CS as a host nor guest but am looking forward to meeting new people. When traveling, I value learning about history and culture and it appears CS is one of the best ways to experience authentic culture. CS seems like a far more intimate and enjoyable experience than staying in hotels.

Interests

Paddleboarding, hiking, biking, running, weight lifting, renovating my house, hanging out with friends, and experiencing new things.

• culture
• environment
• exercise
• running
• traveling
• cycling
• hiking
• history

Music, Movies, and Books

I don't make much time to watch TV, but I do like "Madam Secretary" and "Scandal"

Music: I listen to Sade, Sarah McLachlan, Opera, Evanescense, Dance Music, and top 40 Hip Hop music.

My most recent book is "Pharmacology for Physical Therapists."

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I started doing triathlons seven years ago.

Teach, Learn, Share

I'm a forever student...I love to learn!

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can share laughter, stories, and good times.

I, above all else, am respectful of others belongings. I am quiet, neat/tidy, and am completely independent and self-sufficient.

Countries I’ve Visited

England, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Mexico, Switzerland

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States