Simply put; I find immense joy experiencing new places, meeting new people, overcoming new struggles, and most importantly doing my best to help others in any way I can. I do my best to allow openmindedness and love for all to be the foundation of my daily doings and outlook on life.

I first got hooked on traveling and volunteering during college, studying abroad in Ghana and taking several volunteer trips to Central America and Africa.

After university, I spent 1+ years in the corporate world and then realized my true passions/interests lay elsewhere - therefore I left my comfortable, stable, "sensible" corporate gig to once again volunteer and travel. After several months of doing exactly that I decided to come back to the USA to pursue a second degree in Nursing.

The plan is to complete Nursing school and then once again set off to travel, work, volunteer, and just lend a helping hand to those who need it wherever and whomever they may be.

I'm a firm believer in being open to whatever life has to offer (both the good and the bad) and going about whatever one chooses to do in a loving, caring, and thoughtful way.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Experience new places, meet new people, learn about new cultures and ways of viewing the world... and in doing so grow as an individual!

In a word; adventure.

Interests

• arts
• architecture
• hiking
• scuba diving
• buddhist
• sports
• nursing
• volunteering
• trekking
• zen

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

The Annapurna Circuit in Nepal with a group of the most astounding people I know.

Teach, Learn, Share

I'd like to think of myself as a bit of a "Jack of All Trades" in regards to general skills and abilities. A little bit of construction and handy-man knowledge, I've taught outdoor education at summer camps for numerous years, a little bit of musical ability, not quite the artist but I love to sketch and doodle. PADI open-water certified.

Always open to learning something new, regardless of what it may be!

What I Can Share with Hosts

A great conversation - Help around the house or in any way I can be useful -
A willingness to learn about their culture/way of life - Above all else appreciation and respect for their hosting.

Countries I’ve Visited

Costa Rica, England, Ghana, Honduras, Hong Kong, India, Mexico, Nepal, Scotland, South Africa, Spain, Swaziland, Thailand, Togo

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States