I am experienced traveler. I early retired in November 2022 and decided to buy property in Costa Rica to host retreats. I am in process of learning all about my new country. I have 2 dogs and 1 cat. I love nature and all it has to offer. I love all forms of Art. I believe I'm a natural born Hostess. I hope to welcome travelers and provide a few days of comfort on their journey.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I have traveled many places and in those travels have been helped by many good people. My friend in South Carolina was a CS Host and always shared info regarding all the wonderful people she met. Now that I have property large enough to accommodate others I want to help travelers thru CS and meet some good people along the way. I am pet friendly and my 2 dogs get along with other dogs.

Interests

I have always enjoyed being outside so hiking and swimming come naturally. I minored in Philosophy and love to hear other peoples versión of Life as no one is wrong. Taking pictures started in middle school and I am best with people in live situations. Being originally from Detroit and having a motor head for a dad I learned the "need for speed". Here in Costa Rica an ATV gives me that satisfaction.

• photography
• hiking
• swimming
• philosophy
• atvs

Music, Movies, and Books

Any movie with mystical theme and Dragons. My favorite book is Mists of Avalon by Miriam Zimmer Bradley

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Move to Costa Rica 🇨🇷 with my 2 dogs and 1 cat by myself. After 35 years in Mortgage Banking just woke up one day and decided I was done. Magically it all worked in my favor 🙌.

Teach, Learn, Share

I can share my experiences with with move from USA to Costa Rica. I am working on learning to speak Spanish fluently and at same time glad to assist with learning English.

What I Can Share with Hosts

A place to relax and enjoy some down time while you decide next leg of your Costa Rica adventure. Within reason I can help with local rides. I can also help with logístics of next leg of adventure...where to catch bus, taxi etc

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, France, Guam, Indonesia, Japan, Mexico

Countries I’ve Lived In

Guam, United States