I teach computers and English in the summers. I love hiking, the outdoors, and nature. I'm an avid reader, love travelling and meeting new people. particularly over a good dinner with wine. My two children, a son and daughter are now in university so I'm looking for new adventures.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I am just starting to travel and intend to do more in the future. However with 2 children in university money is tight! I am very sociable and love meeting new people.

Interests

People, reading, the outdoors, sailing a barge on the river Barrow, nature, hiking, walking my dog, photography.

• dogs
• photography
• wine
• walking
• reading
• traveling
• outdoor activities
• hiking
• sailing

Music, Movies, and Books

All kinds but a few favourites: Billie Holliday, Kate Bush, Florence and the Machine

Love literary fiction particularly short stories, some favourites: Alice Monroe, Anne Tyler, Richard Yates, John McGahern, Colm Toibin, Anne Enright, Richard Ford, Scott Fitzgerald........

Love Tarantino movies

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Climbed highest mountain in Ireland, Carraountoohil.

What I Can Share with Hosts

My experiences, company

Countries I’ve Visited

Italy, Spain, United Kingdom

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States