CURRENT MISSION

Really Living

ABOUT ME

I grew up in Illinois and that's where I studied, but I'm ready to call it my former home. My temporary home right now is Jacksonville, Illinois! I love jogging and doing things outdoors.
I'm ready to meet new people, improve my German, and always gain a better global perspective.

PHILOSOPHY

I live my life for me while being conscious of how it affects the people around me and try to make that a positive impact.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

I would love to meet anyone for coffee or a beer or host if I'm around.

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

Amazing and am always looking for more opportunities!

Interests

Sub-Saharan African: history, culture, politics, current events, development, and pretty much everything else.

Dogs, books, music, jogging, health, politics, volunteering, hard work that makes you feel like you've actually accomplished something, horseback riding

• dogs
• culture
• books
• chocolate
• beer
• coffee
• politics
• music
• outdoor activities
• equestrian
• history
• volunteering

Music, Movies, and Books

Tom Petty, Ne-yo, Tim McGraw, MJ Blige, Asa, P Square, Nickleback, Alicia Keys, Patsy Cline

Lord of the Rings and Harry Potter (yes I am a bit of a geek because I've read them so many times), any non-fiction on current international events, genocide, human rights, and women's empowerment

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Taught English to Tanzanian children

Saw Obama's nomination acceptance speech at the Denver 2008 convention

Teach, Learn, Share

Teach: the quirks of Midwestern culture; how to make the perfect chocolate, banana, peanut butter ice cream treat

Learn: your culture, traditions, and new ideas on the significance of life

Share: ideas, culture, language, experiences

Countries I’ve Visited

Bulgaria, France, Germany, Spain, Tanzania, Uganda

Countries I’ve Lived In

Germany, United States

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