CURRENT MISSION

To be the best book nerd, hiker/climber, wind lover, wine drinker, cyclist, thrill seeker, kind friend I can be. It's been a long road, and things just keep getting better!

ABOUT ME

I finally returned to the PNW! Wahoo, it's good to be back! I love the outdoors, grey rocky beaches, big mountains, snow, challenging hikes, time spent with a book and wine all by myself, climbing with the perfect partner... I've travelled a fair amount over the years (Japan twice, Germany, Iraq, Mexico, Canada, all over the US, Alaska too!) I love listening to people's stories, learning languages and culture. The world can be horrific, but it can be beautiful too. I love discovering the beautiful.

PHILOSOPHY

My current motto is "YES!" It's working out well for me so far. :)

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

I'm new here, so trying this out based on numerous recommendations by friends and fellow travellers. I can't wait to make new friends and have incredible travel stories of my own.

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

I've had great success using couchsurfing. I love the openness of people I meet through this site.

Interests

I love reading (mostly nonfiction and some Chilean poetry). I hike, kayak, climb, run, camp, backpack, brew my own beer, cook delicious meals... I'll take a quiet night with friends, or a raucous night out. All depends on the company and my mood. Forgot to mention, I adore writing terrible poetry...

• culture
• writing
• books
• poetry
• cooking
• wine
• beer
• running
• working out
• reading
• traveling
• outdoor activities
• hiking
• backpacking
• kayaking
• camping
• rock climbing
• languages
• beaches
• mountains

Music, Movies, and Books

Crazy eclectic.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Took my mother to cross her first glacier and climb her first mountain. The smile on her face was awesome. One of my best experiences.

Teach, Learn, Share

I make bread from scratch, no recipe needed. I can troubleshoot a broken lawnmower (sometimes). I know how to make a good compost heap. I can tell how to pack a backpack. I know how to bait a hook.