With an open mind & open heart, I come to this space fully present. Everyone has a story, and our stories matter because we matter.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

For the first time in my adult life since post-college graduation I am not working 24/7. It took me awhile to find the courage to recognize that my life was moving at a pace and path that I didn't enjoy. So now here I am ready to seek adventure, collect new experiences and get out there to see the world! With no expectations, just pure curiosity of how other human beings are living their every day lives.

Interests

Storytelling, lettering/calligraphy, photography, hiking & reading. I feel most invigorated when I'm surrounded by kind, chill & open-minded people hearing about what they are passionate about & the stories that shape who they are today while enjoying new experiences together!

• photography
• reading
• hiking
• calligraphy

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: Banks, Made in Heights, Sylvan Esso, Feist, Kelela

Books: The Elegance of a Hedgehog, The Art of Loving, Middlesex, First They Killed My Father

Movies: Say Anything, Serendipity, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

You can't tell by looking at me, but I actually only have one (very healthy) kidney! That's because I just donated my other kidney to my older brother who had been at the time living with kidney disease for 5 years. I can't begin to describe the joy I feel to see my brother be healthy & thriving again <3 Family first always.

Teach, Learn, Share

I want to learn & hear your stories. What experiences have shaped you to become the person you are today? Everyone has a story, and our stories matter because we matter.

Countries I’ve Visited

Cambodia, Japan, Singapore, Thailand

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States, Viet Nam