Some people have described me as a fiery ball of sunshine. That's a pretty good description most days. I love to learn, sing, smile big and laugh loud — all great qualities of an elementary school teacher.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I joined Couchsurfing because I want to travel more. I figured this would be a great way to meet new people and have fun.

Interests

• singing
• traveling

Music, Movies, and Books

Fav band: Roches , artist: Valerie June

Fav director: Pedro Almodovar, movie: Space Jam

Fav author: Toni Morrison, fiction: Tom Spanbauer's "The Man Who Fell in Love with the Moon," nonfiction: Charles Mann's "1491"

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Hitchhiked from Cancun to Mexico City

Teach, Learn, Share

I can teach anyone to make a good meal. I want to learn to make great tasting doughnuts. I can share anything I have.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Midwestern cheer

Countries I’ve Visited

Canada, Mexico, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States