Hi. I am a 21 year old happy, friendly, random, and crazy young woman. My name is Mariche (pronounced like the island.. But without the 's' :D).
I grew up in Johannesburg, South Africa, and moved to Potchefstroom 2 years ago, where I am currently studying my BA degree in Psychology and Languages, to become a teacher. I am planning on moving to the USA to Au Pair after my final year of studying.
I had the opportunity to travel to Italy and Greece when I was 17, and following that I saw Zimbabwe and Zambia at 18 (Victoria Falls BLEW MY MIND!!!). I loved it soooo much that my goal is to travel the world as much as I possibly can (if my bank account allows it :P).
I have also traveled to England and France in December 2015.

I cherish my relationships with friends and family.
I am in love with my pets.
My hair has been nearly every style and colour imaginable.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Just 'cause.

Being a student (AKA broke) and still having the expensive taste of travelling the world...
LOL just kidding..

All jokes aside, although there is a grain of truth in the above, I am an extremely sociable person - a people person, if you will - I absolutely adore meeting new people, learning about new cultures, and being taught of other people's life views and experiences.
PS I love sharing mine in return ;)

Interests

I am first and foremost an amateur singer with a moderately nice voice (Youtube me if you must! just excuse the poor song choices ^^ ) just type in my name and voila.
Food, food, and oh look! More fooood!! I believe that a good meal, whether cereal or gourmet 5 course dinner, when created with quality and love, is the best way of getting to know a person alongside warm conversations and good laughs.

I love listening to music! '80's remains my favourite genre, but I have found a new adoration for punk rock and indie (in the style of Walk Off the Earth).

My hobbies include watching Netflix, Pinterest (anyone?), and Instagram.

In short (*cough* long) whatever I do, be it staying home, or going out, when done with good friends and company of loved ones, time has much higher value.

• pets
• dining
• cooking
• coffee
• traveling
• music
• teaching
• languages
• psychology
• au-pair

Music, Movies, and Books

Music:
'80's
ABBA ('tis a palindrome)
QUEEN
Train
Walk Off the Earth...
etc..
etc..
Just not rap or metal.

Movies:
Literally all 1000 of my favourite movies fall under my Top 10.
I love Comedy, Rom-Com, True life Dramas, and Psychological Thrillers.

Books:
I wait for the movie (lol)

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I have sat on the Devil's Armchair on Victoria Falls
http://www.zambiatourism.com/destinations/waterfalls/victoria-falls/victoria-falls-devils-pool
OMW it was Amazing! See a photo under my pictures!

And because I talk too much, here is another thing..
I had blue hair! (Once again, check the pics!)

Teach, Learn, Share

I am so looking forward to, most importantly, making new friends. I believe that making friends with people of different cultures is extremely necessary, to discover more diverse life views, and more understanding for humanity in different circumstances, to grow as a person.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I am very open to new experiences and enjoy learning new things. I can share stories, laughter, love, and the Oxford comma.
Although it's hard to get to know somebody via a profile such as this one, the easiest thing to do is say: once you meet me, you'll understand the type of person that I am.
I will make you coffee or tea, cook with you, talk with you, and make memories with you, and I look forward to the experience!

Countries I’ve Visited

France, Greece, Italy, Luxembourg, United Kingdom, Zambia, Zimbabwe

Countries I’ve Lived In

South Africa