I'm a self-employed, very hardworking traveler. I love meeting people and making the most of each journey. My personality is generally relaxed, kind, respectful, and very independent.

I'm passionate about human rights, including LGBTQIA+ rights.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I love meeting people. It's more fun and generally revives my faith in humanity. People who love to share a cultural exchange are my kind of people.

Interests

• cats
• dogs
• horses
• design
• human rights
• cooking
• baking
• yoga
• gardening
• hiking
• art
• healthy food
• restaurants
• exploring cities
• cooking and eating

Music, Movies, and Books

I'm an old hippie. I like the Grateful Dead and Willie Nelson.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Built a glamping business.

I've been financially on my own since I was a young teenager, which has led to many adventures and feels pretty amazing.

I've learned to cook amazing cakes, great steaks, and a couple of things in between.

Amazing things I'd like to do: Spend at least one season working in a remote mountain camp for hikers.

I'd like to buy a flat in Paris. I'd like to buy a house on the Mediterranean for a while. It's pretty easy to fantasize about spending money, isn't it?

Teach, Learn, Share

I know a little bit about a lot of things.

I'm really good at folding fitted sheets and getting stains out of things.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I love to chat about cultural differences and individual perspectives. I'd love to hear what you've learned on your travels and what you think about your country and hometown.

What are you proud of in your life? That's what I want to know about everyone.

I'm always happy to cook. I'm very respectful, generally quiet, and will help take care of your place. I don't smoke and drink very lightly.

Got a fitted sheet that needs folding? I'm the one.

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Belize, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Canada, Croatia, Czech Republic, England, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Monaco, Netherlands, Portugal, Russian Federation, Scotland, Slovenia, Spain, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, Wales

Countries I’ve Lived In

Japan, United States