I work in a pediatric emergency department during the week and am an adventure-seeker on the weekends. Climbing, hiking, biking, swimming and generally staying active help me to balance the intensity of my work and volunteering. I am kind, intelligent, and compassionate and a quiet house guest.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I'm taking my first trip out of the US in September with stops in Dublin, London, and Paris. I am most excited about getting to know people and the culture overseas. It seems Couchsurfing is a great way to do that!

Interests

Volunteering
Hiking
Climbing
Reading
Wine
Gardening

• culture
• wine
• gardening
• reading
• cycling
• hiking
• rock climbing
• swimming
• volunteering

Music, Movies, and Books

I am just read "Unbroken" and "The Power of One". Both very intense, but powerful books.

Little Miss Sunshine, Good Will Hunting, Juno, Princess Bride... I loved Harry Potter growing up. The Kite Runner, Letters to a Young Therapist, Don't Order Dog, A Thousand Splendid Suns. Social work theory texts as well.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Climbed multi-pitch and rappelled off the top of a 150+ ft volcanic rock formation in Mt. Hood National Forest!

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can share Pacific NW culture, an eagerness to be active, kindness, and respect. :)

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States