I love meeting interesting people and hearing their stories. I fundamentally believe independent traveling exposes you to experiences that will change you as a person and makes better global citizens. I've lived in every time zone of mainland USA but my true passion is traveling internationally. I love immersing myself in different cultures and listening to others about the places they've been to or things they've experienced. I find it inspirational for the next adventures I want to pursue. Keeping an open mind, and maintaining respectfulness is something I strive for myself and look for in others. Continually improving myself in all aspects of my life is an ongoing pursuit in addition to living life to the fullest. That brings me to the present day.... I'm starting my MBA in Charlotte, NC and will be making almost weekly commutes from Richmond, VA to Charlotte, NC. I'm looking for a place to stay on Friday night in Charlotte so I can attend school on Saturday.