CURRENT MISSION

Be Passionate.

ABOUT ME

A famous American painter named Robert Henri once mused, “Why do we love the sea? It is because it has some potent power to make us think things we like to think.” He arrives at a simple conclusion that does its best to encompass the wonder that the ocean has inspired in countless minds throughout history. As a child, there were no limits to what treasures I imagined hidden in such an enormous, watery chest. As an adult, the ocean still maintains a steadfast grip on my imagination.

So at this point in my life, I find myself studying the ocean and absolutely loving every second of it. I am a lover of both people and the ocean, and dream of a future where those two passions of mine are able to interact in a much more sustainable way. The ocean provides so much for us, and I hope that my work will better understand the interactions of humans with the sea, and inspire respect and stewardship of the blue part of our blue and green planet.

PHILOSOPHY

"...No one goes to the Grand Canyon or to the Alps to increase his self-esteem. That is not what happens in front of massive deeps and majestic heights. But we do go there, and we go for joy. How can that be, if being made much of is the center of our health and happiness? The answer is that it is not the center. In wonderful moments of illumination there is a witness in our hearts: soul-health and great happiness come not from beholding a great self but a great splendor."
-John Piper

I care about living outside of myself, and I think that travelling, meeting new people, and seeing new things is one way to let that happen.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

In addition to my love of all things aquatic, I also love to travel! I had the opportunity to co-host some wonderful CS-ers in the past and hope to do so again when I am back in one place. I love meeting amazing people during my travels through CS!

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

has been nothing but positive!

Interests

Snorkeling, hiking, photography, painting, writing, tennis, adventuring, collecting seashells, eating delicious food, beach bonfires, concerts, documentaries, dancing, laughing, spending time with interesting people, the list is endless!

• horses
• writing
• photography
• documentaries
• concerts
• dancing
• dining
• traveling
• painting
• hiking
• snorkeling
• tennis
• history
• beaches

Music, Movies, and Books

I am in love with Bon Iver. The Lumineers, Tribe Called Quest, Alt-J, Edward Sharpe & the Magnetic Zeros are also high on my list right now.
Besides that, I am also a fan of Jack Johnson, Damien Rice, John Mayer, Mumford and Sons, The Script, Maná, Adele, Dispatch, Guster, Matisyahu, and so many more. I am always looking for new music, so let me know what you love to listen to!

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I stood on the top of a mountain in Ecuador watching the sun rise with a herd of wild horses nearby.

Swam with mantas by the light of the stars and moon.

Played mom to an orphaned baby wallaby in the Australian outback.

Caught a epaulette shark on the Great Barrier Reef with my bare hands.

Countries I’ve Visited

Ecuador, Mexico, New Zealand, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Australia, United States

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