CURRENT MISSION

The aim of life is self-development. To realize one's nature perfectly - that is what each of us is here for. (Oscar Wilde)

PHILOSOPHY

I dwell in possibility. (Emily Dickinson)

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

I just got back from spending most of the previous year in Italy - first in Rome and then in Venice. Currently I'm just looking to meet people in my hometown of Washington D.C. - travelers and locals. I can't offer a couch at the moment but may be able to beginning in the fall. However I'm interested in meeting people of all nationalities! I enjoy hearing people's stories and could potentially be a guide as well.

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

Lots of couchsurfing experiences in Rome, when I was living there and working as an au pair. The first family I was with kicked me out after a week and the wonderful people of Rome couchsurfing came to my rescue! I want to give back to this incredible community.

Interests

I enjoy reading and writing prose. I'm a runner and I'm training for the Nike Women's marathon in October - running is a great way to meet people and explore new places. Like cooking, eating, drinking, talking, shopping, etc. Basically living.

• writing
• cooking
• marathon
• running
• drinking
• shopping
• reading
• socializing
• tourism
• au-pair

Music, Movies, and Books

all genres of literature, but in particular modern writers - some of my favorites: Orhan Pamuk, Sandor Marai, Ian McEwan, Haruki Murakami. Poetry, particularly Emily Dickinson, Edna St. Vincent Millay, Auden. All music - from opera/ballet/classical to jazz to trip-hop.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Bungy jumping in Costa Rica!

Teach, Learn, Share

Always looking for a running partner!