CURRENT MISSION

get through Grad School

ABOUT ME

I am currently in grad school at University of Hawaii, pursuing a masters degree in social work.

I was a Peace Corps volunteer in the Philippines. It was a whirlwind experience of meeting incredible people, stepping outside of my comfort zone and traveling all around the islands.

I was born and raised in Florida. I am a beach kid at heart.

I am a social worker. I believe in the power of human connection.

PHILOSOPHY

live and love.

step outside your comfort zone at least once a day.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

You surf, I surf, We all surf.

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

I have met some incredible people who crashed with me when I lived in the Philippines. I crashed with two surfers when I was traveling around Hawaii. Couchsurfing is good times.

Interests

music. beer. cool people. art.

• arts
• dining
• beer
• vegetarian
• drinking
• shopping
• traveling
• music
• live music
• swimming
• social work
• volunteering
• beaches
• mountains

Music, Movies, and Books

Music...
fleet foxes, the XX, bob dylan, band of horses, iron & wine, johnny flynn, wu lyf, youth lagoon

Books...
I love travel memoirs... Mountains Beyond Mountains is solid.
I am currently reading A People's History of the United States.
Other favorites... Life of Pi, This is Where I Leave You, The Secret Life of Fire Kings, The Poisonwood Bible.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

swimming with whale sharks in Bicol, Philippines ... do it!

Teach, Learn, Share

I am no longer living in the Philippines, but if you make your way to the beautiful mountains of Baguio you should....EAT.Cafe by the Ruins - Filipino food made with all natural ingredients. Artistic, traditional decor.Ebais - Tasty food, delicious carrot cake, next door to Nardas weaving shop where you can pick up some beautiful souvenirs.Azotea Greens - Budget vegetarian meals, open for lunch. EXPLORE.BenCab museum - National Artist of the Philippines Colorado Falls - Beautiful waterfalls 45 minutes outside the city. Baguio Market - You could easily get lost in the labyrinth of veggies, fruits, meats and souvenirs. DRINK. Rumours - Seriously like Cheers, everyone knows your name. Chill bar with good people. 18BC - Live reggae on Fridays and Saturdays. Only downside is they won't let you in the bar in flip-flops.Auyuang - Neat decor, they usually have live music.

Countries I’ve Visited

Ireland, South Africa, United Kingdom

Countries I’ve Lived In

Philippines, United Kingdom, United States