I have 2 young adult children and have been a Registered Nurse for 22 years. I have always loved to travel and have done a small amount so far (US, Canada, Mexico, UK, Ireland) and am hoping to do a great deal more. I am taking a long career break in 2018 with intention of visiting many countries in Europe, with 3 months already planned in Ireland. My whole professional life has been about nursing, health, nutrition and education, but...I am yearning for something new and creative. I'd like to write and I love storytelling. I started an open mic true storytelling event in my home town 5 years ago that has grown very large and is fun and widely attended.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

To meet new friends from other countries and fellow travelers!

Music, Movies, and Books

I love all kinds of books and music and used to have quite a collection! While downsizing all belongings I have sold/given/donated over 500 books and 250 CD's

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I started a storytelling event in my hometown that grew from a tiny coffee shop event and 5 years later has sold out shows for the Grand each year and monthly shows at a ballroom hosting 100-150 people. It's an open mic event where we give the audience a theme and anyone can come up and tell a true story from their life based on the theme.

Teach, Learn, Share

I am truly interested in seeing how others live/work/play in other parts of the world. I love food and am a good cook and usually healthy eater. But I don't turn down a chance to have decadent food and drink. :)

What I Can Share with Hosts

Stories! Different perspectives! Meals! Wine! Good beer!I make a mean Irish Chai.

Countries I’ve Visited

Canada, England, Ireland, Mexico, Northern Ireland, Scotland

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States