My name is Lucie and I am a writer, observer, dreamer, lover, dancer, poet, teacher, student and citizen of the world. I fell out of the sky on an April morning in 1988 and haven't returned since, but sometimes my head drifts up to the clouds pondering it. I am still searching for my path, but deep down, I know that I am some kind of artist. I do printmaking, ceramics, watercolors, but mostly write. I can be quiet and introspective at times, but at others I burst out of my shell and become a social butterfly. I like to meet new people, to hear about their experiences and to enjoy life as much as possible.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Right now, I am walking part of the Camino de Santiago on the Camino del Norte. I started in Saint-Jean-de-Luz, France, and am currently in Orio, Spain. I am looking for some places to stay along the way, because sometimes the hostels and albergues are all full. Can I crash on your couch maybe? I'd also like to meet new people, open my heart to the world, trust in the universe, and continue on this adventure called life. Once I get established somewhere, I hope to be able to host other people and return the favor by paying it forward.

Interests

I like to write poetry and occasionally read at open mics or poetry readings.

Running is one way that I can get out of my head and cope with life, trails are best.

Intaglio and linoleum block printing are some mediums in which I have been able to express myself in recent years.

Hugs are freely given and welcomed in return.

I enjoy immersing myself in the steam of saunas. Hot-tubs and natural hot springs are equally relished.

I completed my studies in literature, and I like to read.

The sun is my source of rejuvenation and replenishment. I cannot live without it.

• literature
• running
• sauna
• hugs
• printmaking
• sunbathing
• writing poetry

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: Classical, Motown, Folk, Blues, Hip-hop, Funk, almost everything apart from Heavy Metal and Noise

Movies: anything that makes me laugh or think

Books: Camus, Proust, Pirandello, Adrienne Rich, Mallarmé, Rimbaud, Valéry, Honoré de Balzac, Mary Shelley

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Traveled to Morocco by myself by boat.

Teach, Learn, Share

I can teach English and have 11 years of experience teaching.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Company, conversation, English lessons, help cooking or cleaning.

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, Canada, England, France, Hungary, Israel, Italy, Mexico, Morocco, Netherlands, Spain, Tunisia, Turkey, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

France, Italy, Mexico, United States