Hello! I am from small-town Iowa and recently graduated from college then moved to the Middle East to teach for the next two years. Meeting people and hearing their stories is a complete joy to me. Dancing (terribly) with my boyfriend and friends, spending time in nature, and trying new sweets and coffee are some of my favorite things.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

My boyfriend introduced me to Couchsurfing saying this is where he met some wonderful people while traveling through Europe. While I am not currently looking to host or stay, I would be ecstatic to meet up with people!

Interests

• animals
• architecture
• cooking
• chocolate
• coffee
• zumba
• reading
• hiking
• beaches
• parks
• museum
• beach volleyball
• cafe
• sledding

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: I love so many artists and genres! Usually I prefer something upbeat that I can dance around to. I also adore the Head and the Heart, Quinn XCII, Jason Mraz, George Ezra, and Bastille.

Movies: Lilo and Stitch and Mamma Mia will always have my heart.

Books: Reading is one of those simple joys. You can catch me outside every day after work reading a book. I end up enjoying almost every book I pick up. Here are a few recents that have been fruitful reads.

And the Mountains Echoed- Khaled Hosseini
Eat, Pray, Love- Elizabeth Gilbert
The Last Lecture- Randy Pausch

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Skydived in Hawaii!

Teach, Learn, Share

I can share silly teaching stories, show you my on-going chocolate rating list, and giggle my way through any country.

What I Can Share with Hosts

A goal of finding happiness all around and a love of new experiences.

Countries I’ve Visited

Bahrain, Canada, Cyprus, Greece, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Mexico, Oman, Portugal, Saudi Arabia, Spain, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Bahrain, United States