I'm a native Ukrainian who's been living in USA for 15 years now. I am a nurse, and moved to Florida from Louisiana to start my new job and a new adventure. Travelling has always been a #1 hobby for me, if not a lifestyle. I prefer last-minute requests, since my schedule is changing constantly, so If you're requesting to stay a couple of months in advance...you'll have to wait. PEOPLE WITH NO REFERENCES: Couchsurfing is a give and take community, and I understand that some of you out there are new, or don't have the ability to host, and that's OK, but remember, you're a stranger to me, and a simple "Hey, you seem like a cool person, can I stay with you?" won't do. I am aware of just about how cool or not cool I am, and it doesn't really matter. I want to know why YOU are cool, and why I want to meet YOU, and not the other guy/gal. I look forward to meeting the best of you out there, fellow travelers!