Just a simple hometown girl who loves to travel. No matter where I have visited in the world, there is no place like home. And for my guests, I hope you feel at home here. Hafez, a guest I hosted, and I have the same philosophy (stole a lil bit from him): Live and let live. Embrace the beauty of coexistence, understanding, and acceptance. Givers NEVER truly lose—when you share what you have, whether it’s your time, kindness, or resources, you create ripples of positivity that enrich not only others’ lives but also your own. Sharing opens the door to deeper peace, love, and fulfillment in life. Life becomes infinitely more meaningful and enjoyable when shared with true, well-connected friends scattered across the globe. These connections remind us of our shared humanity and bring color to our journey. Give freely to others whenever you can—whether it’s through acts of kindness, support, or simply being present. When you give with an open heart, the universe has a way of returning blessings to you in ways you may not always expect. What you put out into the world often comes back to you in beautiful and unexpected forms. Please have references on your profile for consideration. It's for the safety of the community. If you are new to CS, please read this https://support.couchsurfing.org/hc/en-us/articles/200717684-Tips-to-be-a-Great-Couchsurfer - I have read https://matadornetwork.com/life/how-to-be-the-perfect-couchsurfing-host/

*LGBTQ FRIENDLY HOST* I am a loving and laid back person. I am Queer, my pronouns are they/them (if you're not sure what this means please ask). I work full-time during the week and usually spend my evenings at home. We like to have friends over, play games, and cook. When it's warm I like to spend time in my yard and garden and on my motorcycle. I am very passionate about my communities and health care. I work and volunteer primarily with LGBTQ+, homelessness, and substance use disorders. Arian and I work at a clinic that specializes in LGBTQ+, HIV, and Hepatitis C. My spouse and I are vaccinated and boosted. My spouse and I have a 3 bedroom house with an amazing view of the sunset over the West End of Pittsburgh and some views of downtown. We love to cook and prepare dinner most nights. We also have a large yard and garden. I am from the Pittsburgh area and have a pretty good sense of activities and events in the city. We request that guests arrive prior to 11pm for their first night but may be able to make accommodations. Be fearless and play *420 friendly*

Born and raised in Southwestern PA (Go Steelers!), I’m a firm believer that grit isn't just a trait—it’s a lifestyle. I grew up in the working-class suburbs where big dreams were usually just things we talked about, but I’ve spent my life building a bridge from those "someday" dreams to a very real "now." After five years as a Project Manager in Big Tech all over the country, I realized I was done building other people's empires. I decided to bet on myself and start building my own from the ground up. Currently, I’m a PhD student in Organizational Leadership and an aspiring memoirist. During my dual Master’s programs, I discovered that I’m a teacher at heart; there’s nothing that fires me up more than breaking down complex systems to help someone else level up. When I’m not in a deep dive for my research or writing my story, I’m out in the world managing my real estate business. It’s a dream I’ve been chasing since I was a teenager, and since starting in 2023, I’ve grown it into a 7-unit portfolio across multiple states.

***Unfortunately I am currently UNABLE TO HOST*** Hey! I'm a musician and web developer, when I'm not on the road I split my time between Philly and Pittsburgh. I'm on tour regularly with my band Dead Register, run a small independent record label (Nefarious Industries), and travel as often as possible. https://nefariousindustries.com https://instagram.com/piginflater https://facebook.com/ClarenceTheCat