I am a 33 year old female who has made a home in Vermont over the past two years. I have taught preschool and elementary age kids for most of my adult years and have decided to take a break from teaching to explore Europe and discover my Lithuanian Jewish roots. My intention while traveling is to experience many cultures to the fullest as well as to continue my practice of openness of heart, mind and spirit to all I meet, igniting a sense of unity and universal oneness! As far as connecting with my Baltic roots, I hope to gain a deeper understanding of the ways of the people in Lithuania and feel more rooted in my identity.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I'm hoping to have a more authentic experience of Europe by staying with local people and sharing conversation, meals, and chores. I am so grateful that couchsurfing exists as it offers the connections and commitment to global unity and trust.

Music, Movies, and Books

Bonobo, Shovels and Rope, East of Eden, Odesza, Emmylou Harris, Gillian Welch, Edward Sharp, Fela Kuti, Kafka on the Shore, Rising Appalachia, Jandy Nelson, Radical Acceptance, The Things they Carried, Shantaram, The Princess and the Warrior, Nayirah Waheed, Johanna Macy

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

drank Malbec wine while listening to a new friend recite poetry of Pablo Neruda under a starry sky in the Andes Mountains while en route to Machu Picchu!!

Teach, Learn, Share

I could teach english, read you poetry, share and sings songs, draw a portrait, watch your kids, cook creatively with leftovers, discuss the education system and spirituality, organize and redecorate your home and wardrobe, read your cards (tarot)....

What I Can Share with Hosts

songs, books, wisdom,

Countries I’ve Visited

Argentina, Bolivia, Canada, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Panama, Peru

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States