I grew up under the big skies of the American West.
Currently living in Austria.
Married to an engineer.
Old school correspondent via hand typed letters and postcards.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

To meet cool people around the world.
To learn from others.

Interests

I like staying connected to friends through letters. I have a vintage typewriter that offers endless satisfaction when it comes to writing. Other things that are important to me are gardening and baking bread. When I'm not at home, I like to get out into the country side for long bike rides, paddle boarding in lakes, camping under the stars and hiking to high elevations. When I'm in the city, I like to chill a few hours in a cafe or park, or see new artworks and performances.

• architecture
• wine
• gardening
• movies
• hiking
• beaches
• performance art
• biking
• comedy
• wild camping
• sharing stories
• art museums
• city walks
• cooking with friends

Music, Movies, and Books

Here are some of my favorite comedians: Ali Saddiq, Tig Notaro, Aparna Nancherla, Beth Stelling, Tina Fey, Jim Gaffigan, Ron Funches, Matthew Broussard, Sebastian Maniscalco, Hannibal Buress, Trevor Noah, Chris d'Elia, Bri Pruett, Abbi Jacobson and Ilana Glazer.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

During the "white nights" of Summer, I was on the southern coast of Iceland with a group of non-professional cyclists. We spent two weeks tent-camping through the rain, warming up by soaking in hot springs, and generally admiring the serene landscapes of Iceland and the bright white nights.

Teach, Learn, Share

I really enjoy baking sourdough bread. Since moving to Austria, I've started baking bread every week.
I have specialist knowledge about wine, but am always learning more because the homework is fun.
I would love to learn more about bee keeping.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Stories, wine, bread, good humor.

Countries I’ve Visited

Argentina, Austria, Bahamas, Canada, Czech Republic, Finland, France, Germany, Iceland, Italy, Mexico, Netherlands, Peru, Russian Federation, Sweden, United Kingdom

Countries I’ve Lived In

Austria, United States