I am a fun loving, food loving, book reading fool. I bought a home a few years back and I have enjoyed filling it with people ever since. I travel often leaving Alaska every six weeks or so, and although I love my independence I love meeting new people. I appreciate a fine wine, a great story and live music of any kind!!!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I love people period.

Interests

hiking, museums, food, food, wine, philosophy, music, jazz, theology, food, wine, good conversations, spontaneous irresponsible childish actions(like food fights, and costume nights)

• books
• dining
• cooking
• wine
• reading
• traveling
• music
• live music
• jazz
• hiking
• business
• divinity

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: Jazz, Blues, Folk, Country, Indie hip hop, really any good stuff you don't hear on the radio.
I'm not big on the tv, however I have watched Amelie about 30 times. I watched MR. Nobody recently and enjoyed it.
I am trying to read KA right now but it gives me crazy dreams so I have to put it down when I want a good nights sleep. Also I feel I am missing half of the intent in the writing by not speaking Hindi.
I enjoy wring of Jeanette Winterson, Miguel Ruiz, and Paulo Coelho.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I started a business during a recession that has grown exponentially every year while being a single mom. I hiked over 400 miles one season with approximately 30,000 ft of altitude. My very first overnight hike was 40 miles with a 75lb sack. I've learned a lot since then.

Teach, Learn, Share

I am working on starting a second business doing consulting. If you are in business, or looking to start one I am willing to offer my words... If you are fluent in any language other than English I am eager to learn. Even a phrase or two can help out.... I can share my gift of cooking, it's something I excel at and it nourishes the body. Why not imbibe?

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States