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  • 14 references 12 Confirmed & Positive
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  • 37, Female
  • Member since 2011
  • touring singer-songwriter, freelance writer, sound engineer
  • DePaul University (and U of Road Trips)
  • From Chicago, IL, USA
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About Me

CURRENT MISSION

Meet as many interesting people as possible while I am touring

ABOUT ME

I'm a singer-songwriter by passion and by trade, but I'm also a collector of stories, friendships, and moss. I love a good cup of coffee or tea, foods of just about any ethnicity, and spending time on the road. Also, there's nothing better than insightful or entertaining conversation.

PHILOSOPHY

I don't have it figured out. But I like to think that the universe does... I'll trust in that, even when 49.9% of me is filled with doubt.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

I like to cook with hosts, or head out to dinner. And I'm especially inclined to share my music with folks (provided they're interested in hearing it, of course)! Or I'm fine with being a fly on the wall. I'm pretty low maintenance.

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

As a touring musician and avid traveller, I've seen my share of couches... as well as a number of cats, children, etc. who have felt inclined to wake me up bright and early. I'm down with that. Seize the day, right?

Interests

Moss
Whales
Paper
Wanderlust
Stars
Writers
Rain
Sounds
Sailboats
Bikes
Geraniums
Clouds
Iceland
Begonias
Music
Musicians
Artists
Science!
Words
Dresses
Scarves
Black Holes

  • writing
  • coffee
  • music
  • guitar
  • piano
  • science
  • tea

Music, Movies, and Books

I love to read, I'm a avid music listener, and I enjoy the occasional film. I have no idea where to begin... so let's talk about it when we meet, huh?

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I'm amazed to have the opportunity to drive around and play songs for people. It's pretty astounding. But in terms of moments I will never forget, my highlight reel is the temples and cedar trees on Mount Koyasan in Japan, the Redwood forests of northern California, the rocky coast of Maine, and the glowworm caves of Australia and New Zealand.

Teach, Learn, Share

I'm a science buff but I want to learn more. I can give you (very basic) guitar or piano lessons. And I'm down with sharing any sort of creative process from crafting to cooking.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I would bring you a Chicago pizza or hot dog but I don't think that travels well. I will play you songs if you want (and give you a CD if you're into it!).

Countries I’ve Visited

Australia, Austria, Canada, Czech Republic, Ecuador, France, Germany, Ireland, Italy, Japan, New Zealand, Poland, Switzerland, United Kingdom

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States

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