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While I would love to host everyone, I do not host travelers that don't have references! Also, I do not accept last-minute requests, NO exceptions whatsoever. If I do not have at least one week's notice, I can't host you. One last thing, please take the time to actually read my profile before messaging me. It's the least one could do for free housing. If you don't read my profile, I will immediately decline your request. I can tell when someone hasn't. :) Carry on.

Hi! I'm a 25 year old graduate student studying mental health counseling who got tired of the same old work, school, rest, repeat thing lol. So I'm traveling and doing other spontaneous stuff with my life! I am a budget traveler and I live by that. Grad school is expensive. I am pretty easy going, independent, initially quiet, and I love novelty. You won't regret hosting me :D. Also, I am willing to host travelers when I am in Gainesville! :) I just ask that you be clean, friendly, and safe! If you've actually read through this, include "Shelly" somewhere in your message to me.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

To host and be hosted :) no really, I think couchsurfing is a pretty incredible experience. I've met people from all walks of life through this site/app and it's been amazing!!!

Interests

Music
Traveling (obviously lol)
Children!! Love them so much.
Anything adventurous and spontaneous!

• traveling
• music
• solo travel
• budget travel
• last minute travel

Music, Movies, and Books

Love rock, pop, hip hop, and rnb music!
Favorite movie: probably too many to name but usually anything suspenseful.
Favorite book: To Kill a Mockingbird

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Traveled completely solo (no tour groups or anything) through 5 European countries...for less than $1,000. Flight included.

Teach, Learn, Share

"The best thing about solo travel is that you're responsible for no one's pleasure but your own."

What I Can Share with Hosts

Good conversation, good company, and maybe some snacks? lol

Countries I’ve Visited

Bahamas, Belgium, Canada, Cuba, Denmark, England, France, Jamaica, Mexico, Netherlands

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States