I'm an open-minded, empathic person who loves traveling and anything involving nature. My hobbies include hiking, trail running, singing/ playing instruments, cooking, reading, and sharing conversation. I currently work in telemedicine.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I like the idea of building community and meeting each other's needs without having to monetize everything.

Interests

• animal welfare
• womens rights
• ethics
• minimalism
• music
• nature
• sustainability
• social justice
• outdoors
• tiny living
• financial independence

Music, Movies, and Books

I love singing and playing the piano and guitar, and I have eclectic tastes. My music on shuffle can go from solo piano to System of a Down without missing a beat.

Recent books that I've really enjoyed include Early Retirement Extreme, Your Money or Your Life, When Things Fall Apart, and The Power of Now.

I'm not a big movie buff. Do documentaries about Noam Chomsky count? I also follow some minimalist/ alternative lifestyle YouTubers.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

My family and I traveled to all 48 continental US states in an RV when I was a child. I always had a little toiletry bag packed and ready for spontaneous trips. That way of living definitely stuck with me.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Conversation, tips and tricks for plant-based and/ or gluten-free cooking if requested (but I'm a gluten-eating flexitarian and will eat just about anything), and music if requested - especially if you have a piano or keyboard

Countries I’ve Visited

Argentina, Canada, England, France, Italy, Mexico, Sweden, Ukraine

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States