Born in the U.S., raised in Russia, U.S., and Bulgaria, I love to travel! I want to experience countries authentically, to check out the local grocery store, walk through less central neighborhoods, visit a cemetery or two, the usual.

Right now I can only host people for 1-2 nights because the neighbor below us complains when I have guests, but in April I will move so hopefully it will be back to normal then.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

When I come back home after traveling, it's small moments with people that I remember the most fondly :). The couchsurfer community is full of interesting people to connect with !!

Interests

• singing
• crafts
• board games
• art history
• volunteering
• urban exploration
• events
• nature walks

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: I love unusual music like old folk songs, glitchy hyperpop, a collage of field recordings, etc.

Books: I used to run a book club on nonfiction literature in a community center, recently had to stop because I will move and I already miss it so much! Some faves are: Caliban and the Witch, The Overstory, The Raven Scholar, Giovanni's Room, The Warmth of Other Suns.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I just finished producing my first song!

I've also done a lot of activism and community work, a better future is possible.

Teach, Learn, Share

I can show you how to make a fun image collage from found materials, how to make borscht, how to sew, and other little crafty things.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Stories, delicious vegetarian and vegan dinners, fun and responsible vibes.

Countries I’ve Visited

Colombia, Costa Rica, Croatia, Greece, Italy, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Turkey, Ukraine

Countries I’ve Lived In

Bulgaria, Russian Federation, United States