CURRENT MISSION

I will be hiking and traveling around Europe for a bit before returning to NYC and finding a new job. Hoping to take a breather from the tech world, seek out live storytelling events (The Moth, Spark), climb some interesting Norwegian peaks (Trolltunga!), and meet some kind, eclectic, and creative people along the way.

ABOUT ME

I am a creative, relaxed, funny person with a general interest in exploring food, drink, music and culture. I don't drink alcohol much at all, but I love all kinds of cuisine.

I spent 2 years teaching English in Spain, after graduating college and receiving a US Fulbright grant. I had the opportunity to travel all over Europe, and I ended my time there by hiking the Camino de Santiago for 500 miles across Spain. I loved the whole experience, and I'm hoping to do another thru-hike soon.

In New York City, I've become a huge fan of The Moth, a live storytelling competition, where I like to usually just watch, but sometimes perform. I also play soccer in a social league here, and volunteer as a coordinator in a tech mentorship program.

PHILOSOPHY

My philosophy is that Empire Strikes Back might be one of the greatest films ever made. Let's not talk about the prequels though.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

I am a neophyte! I have been on this site for so long, but never used it. Trying to change that very soon!

Interests

Music (concerts, performing, singing, writing, recording), art (museums, photography), local food, independent media (zines, local magazines), travel, language, Spanish stuff. I don't drink (stopped a few years ago after becoming more sensitive to alcohol) and I don't do drugs.

• arts
• culture
• writing
• dining
• beer
• drinking
• traveling
• music
• guitar
• communications

Music, Movies, and Books

Radiohead, folk/pop/punk music, electronic and dance stuff. Some artists that made my 2017 awesome include: LCD Soundsystem, Pinegrove, Whitney, The War on Drugs, Kendrick Lamar, Wolf Parade, Spoon, Porches, Moses Sumney, Big Thief, Arcade Fire, and Nine Inch Nails.

Fav 2017 album was The War On Drugs, by far!

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I hiked the Camino de Santiago for 500 miles across Spain. It took me about 30 days, and I lost track of the number of blisters, but it was all worth it. Had an amazing experience, and met so many awesome people. I hope to do more hikes like that soon.

Teach, Learn, Share

I can teach:
- English lessons
- Beginner guitar lessons
- JavaScript/coding lessons
- Storytelling basics
- Design basics

I am learning:
- Norwegian (a little)
- New coding stuff
- How to tell better stories
- About cultures and histories

Would love to share:
- Family recipes from my Nordic/Central European heritage
- Stories about New York and living in Europe
- Music I love

What I Can Share with Hosts

Stories! And a perspective on American culture and history. I learned so much about the US by living abroad for two years in Spain. I hope I can offer some fun conversation and laughs.

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Canada, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Morocco, Netherlands, Northern Ireland, Norway, Scotland, South Korea, Spain, Sweden, United Kingdom, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Spain, United States

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