ABOUT ME

I have a kick-ass job that I love, but try not to take life too seriously. I love to cook, and enjoy the challenge of getting my weekly CSA delivery of fresh veggies and having to figure out how to make new and delicious meals from them - even the veggies I don't like! Nothing beats a good beer, good music in the background, and good friends. I volunteer in disaster areas, which has helped me develop some pretty cool skills, and helps me appreciate the simple things in life.

I don't plan too far in advance & will struggle to know if I can accept guests too far in advance. Last minute requests are welcome!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

I've surfed and hosted. Right now I have limited space & work many nights & weekends. I would love to host, but it is very limited at this moment unfortunately.

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

Love hosting and meeting people from all over AND getting to know a town from those who own it when traveling, rather than a book or blog. Love it! :)

Interests

For the most part, you'll catch me outside. Running, biking, hiking, gardening, etc. I try to explore the cool cultural attractions we are spoiled with in the area, check out a local vineyard or escape to the mountains when I can.

• books
• cooking
• beer
• running
• gardening
• traveling
• socializing
• blogging
• music
• cycling
• hiking
• volunteering
• mountains

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

A few weeks after Hurricane Katrina hit the Gulf Coast, I drove down and volunteered in the relief effort. Too many things there left me awestruck. I also flew down to Haiti in 2008 after 4 hurricanes left much of the countryside flooded. Seeing so many people in such severe destitution SMILING all the time, really helps puts things into perspective...

Countries I’ve Visited

Costa Rica, Denmark, Ecuador, Germany, Haiti

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States