I am originally from the United States, I moved to Rio after finishing university, where I studied Global Affairs and Spanish at George Mason University.

Currently I own a business called Jacarandá International Volunteering Experience (JIVE) with my best friend. Our job entails receiving and accommodating foreign volunteers from all over the globe who wish to give back to less fortunate communities. Our volunteers work in favelas/communities in areas such as: Teaching English, Community Development, Gardening, Childcare and Sports all over Rio de Janeiro. Check it out! www.jivebrasil.com

Also, I love meeting people from all around the world and would love for you stay with me. I have two cats, Mahnoosh and Tcheewee and I also have a roommate from Portugal, her name is Vanessa. If you want to know anything else, feel free to ask. :)

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

To meet and host people from all around the world.

Interests

I love to travel and learn languages.

• cats
• dining
• gardening
• traveling
• socializing
• sports
• business
• languages
• volunteering

Music, Movies, and Books

Novos Baianos, U2, música latina, Todo Sobre Mi Madre, Interstellar...

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Packed up everything into one suitcase and moved to Rio de Janeiro. I have now been living here for over 4 years.

Teach, Learn, Share

I would enjoy receiving hosts from French or German speaking countries so I could practice the languages I've been learning. :)

What I Can Share with Hosts

Vanessa makes great food! Especially her "arroz com tomate" (rice and tomato). :P

Countries I’ve Visited

Argentina, Austria, Bahamas, Bermuda, Brazil, Canada, France, Hungary, Ireland, Nicaragua, Portugal, Slovakia, Spain, United States, Uruguay

Countries I’ve Lived In

Brazil, United States