CURRENT MISSION

Travel between cities and the coutry to get a wholesome perspective of the people. landscapes and culture of Latin America

ABOUT ME

I grew up in the Mountains of North Carolina, spent my adolescence in the city of Asheville and now go to the University of North Carolina. I am involved in Environmental studies I love backpacking and getting into the outdoors. I enjoy playing and listening to music and also getting to know friendly open-minded people.

PHILOSOPHY

I am young however I have come to realize that the only way to figure out the answers to life and yourself is to immerse yourself in life. I try to interact with the world on a day to day basis without prejudice and I try to always be open to new experiences and new ideas.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

I enjoy exchanging ideas and cultural backgrounds with people and enjoy also playing music and singing. I believe that you can learn a lot from people if you take the time to listen and converse and think about what someone has to say. I believe that traveling and getting to know other people helps erase ignorance, prejudice, and builds stronger connections with the people and the land

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

I am relatively new to couchsurfing, however have had friends and family who have participated

Interests

I am interested in the environment, sports, playing music, folk music, cultural events, human and land rights, drinking coffee, reading, laughing.

• culture
• literature
• singing
• environment
• human rights
• coffee
• drinking
• reading
• traveling
• music
• folk music
• outdoor activities
• backpacking
• sports
• environmental studies
• mountains

Music, Movies, and Books

Books: To A God Unknown, Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, Catch 22, The Brothers Karamazov, Adventures of Captain Bonneville, The House of Spirits

Teach, Learn, Share

I speak both English and Spanish. I have worked as a gardener, landscaper, and construction worker. I am an avid reader and enjoy conversing about literature and philosophy. I am involved and interested in raising awareness about human rights, indigenous peoples, and land rights.

Countries I’ve Visited

Argentina, Bolivia, Peru

Countries I’ve Lived In

Brazil, Chile, United States