I am a blissful pilgrim exploring the world, an American working in Paris, debutante photographer, occassional blogger, ambitious but not yet rich young professional, and eager for adventure.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I am going to Iceland soon (Dec 15-19) and hope to find a better way to explore than with tours. I'd really like some tips on how to get around without renting a car or spending a lot on tours. Really hoping to see the Aurora Borealis, some icebergs and glaciers, volcanoes, and maybe do a cave. So much to explore!

Interests

travel, writing, cross-cultural communication, photography, cinema, France, spirituality, and more than a little dash of politics

• culture
• writing
• photography
• politics
• movies
• traveling
• tours

Music, Movies, and Books

Early 90s music- Collective Soul, etc
for movies it's hard to choose- but I love le grand cinema francais
Books- I'm on a bit of a French kick but I do love high fantasy, the Alchemist, the Economist magazine, so many things....

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

During a team building session, I did the high ropes course- ziplining and other stuff like that. I have always been and am still a bit scared of heights, so overcoming my fear and letting myself be a new person who doesn't let fear get in my way was a small moment at the time but a really big victory in my life.

Teach, Learn, Share

I would love to get tips on my photos.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can teach English and French, I am good at writing resumes and am happy to pass on any wisdom I may have accumulated in regards to career, and love to help interpret American culture, especially to Europeans. Though my job title says I work in marketing in reality I try to be a diplomat.

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Bahamas, Belgium, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Canada, China, Croatia, Czech Republic, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, India, Italy, Japan, Madagascar, Monaco, Montenegro, Poland, Romania, Russian Federation, Slovakia, Spain, Thailand, Vatican City State

Countries I’ve Lived In

France, United States