I'm an English teacher who's lived in Cleveland (currently), Memphis (TN), and New Delhi (India).

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

My favorite part of domestic and international travel is connecting with people and being steeped in local life.

Interests

• photography
• salsa dancing
• cooking
• wine
• music
• live music
• hiking
• teaching
• history
• languages
• religion
• tours
• parks
• art
• national parks
• local food
• museums
• coffee shops

Music, Movies, and Books

Queued Up: Avett Brothers, The Head and the Heart, Shovels & Rope, Shakey Graves

Recent Book: The High Mountains of Portugal by Yann Martel

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I've shared popcorn with monkeys at Jakhoo Temple in Shimla.

Teach, Learn, Share

Visit me back in Cleveland:

Playhouse Square, Cleveland Orchestra, Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Edgewater Beach, great music venues (My favorite: Beachland Ballroom and Tavern), delicious eats all around town!

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can teach you the basics of salsa, bachata, and merengue! I can also fry an egg and braid your hair. I'm great at doing dishes and making my own bed.

Countries I’ve Visited

England, India, Sri Lanka

Countries I’ve Lived In

India, United States