CURRENT MISSION

I can't travel right now due to work, so it would be cool to bring some of the world to me.

ABOUT ME

I lived in Detroit from 2008-2012 and I loved my neighborhood. It was so diverse! Whenever I left the house I heard a multitude of languages, maybe the call to prayer from the mosque, smelled curry, sausage, pastries, and passed by so many mom and pop stores. I am the kind of person that loves getting involved in the community and celebrating what makes it special. My new home definitely has a middle class, suburban feel to it and I find it very distasteful. It is a nice slice of American life, I suppose, and conveniently located for my morning commute.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

I am single and don't care to travel alone, but if I can convince a friend to go with me and we both have the same weekend off then I will go couch surfing soon! Meanwhile, I hope that I can host people on their way through Jacksonville. My schedule is very prohibitive though.

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

In the old country (Detroit) I hosted a handful of people at different times. I enjoyed meeting them and sharing that wonderful city with people.

Interests

While I don't think it is appropriate to have such a big yard, I really enjoy the crape myrtle, hibiscus, and other plants I have. I need to spend more time weeding and watering, but I don't mind if it doesn't look perfect. I like square dancing and contra dancing, cooking, eating, the occasional trip to the beach, card games, board games, biking and most other things.

• dancing
• cooking
• board games
• traveling
• cycling
• surfing
• languages
• beaches

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Seeing the grand canyon was certainly breath taking. The first time I made a bundt cake and had to take it out of the pan was also quite a thrill. Standing at the window in my friend's apartment in Paris looking out at the night sky is another moment I will remember fondly forever. Riding my old horse in the Amish country of Ohio took my breath away a few times. There were so many appealing images of rural American life with a touch of nostalgia thanks to their antiquated farming and lifestyle

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, France

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States