36 Year-Old Female working in the tech industry and political arena. B.A. Politics/Women's Studies. Liberal. Feminist, Queer, and lover of absurdity. Eclectic, goth-guilty-by-association. I love music, cycling, fitness, the outdoors and flowing with life. Tell me a story.

*Absolutely not looking for a hookup or romantic connection. I have a boyfriend. Only looking for cultural exchange. *

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I am gregarious and enjoy meeting new people, learning how others think, and having new experiences. I made one of my best friends 11 years ago while traveling. Maybe I'll make another great friend through couch surfing!

Interests

• cats
• dancing
• lgbt rights
• wine
• politics
• electronic music
• industrial music
• karaoke
• cycling
• gender studies
• nature
• reading books
• feminism
• deep conversations
• post-punk
• queer culture

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: Depeche Mode, Bauhaus, Sisters of Mercy, Peter Murphy, Ghost B.C., Chvrches, various synthpop, New Wave, Metal, folk/pop

Movies: Secretary (Movies about people who develop unhealthy obsessions are my favorites.)

Books: Pride & Prejudice, The Vagabond, Tipping the Velvet, ASoIaF, Grapes of Wrath, The Jungle

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I rode my bike 100 miles in one day.

What I Can Share with Hosts

A smile, a sense of humor, warmth and openness. I have some knowledge of the American political process, so if that's of interest to you, I could answer a few questions. I could also show you a few basic, beginner acro yoga poses!

Countries I’ve Visited

Germany, Ireland, Israel, Mexico, Northern Ireland, Palestine, Puerto Rico, Turkey

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States