CURRENT MISSION

To build friendships, relationships and connections with fellow Couch Surfers. By next summer, my best friend and I are planning on going cross country.

ABOUT ME

I was born and raised in New Jersey. I attended Ithaca College for my undergraduate degree, which I can proudly call my second home. After graduation, I moved out to Brooklyn for a year and worked for a non-profit organization called City Year. I mentored and tutored at-risk students at an elementary school in East New York, Brooklyn. It was an incredible experience, which led me to pursuing a career in education. I currently work full-time as a teacher's aide for a kindergarten classroom and work part-time at a coffee shop.

I enjoy outdoor activities, such as hiking and running. I have a keen interest in cooking and craft beers. I grew up watching the NY Giants, so I guess you can call me a lifetime fan. Music's pretty important too. I appreciate the whole listening experience, whether it's in concert, on vinyl or on my computer. I also play a variety of random instruments, such as guitar/bass/ukulele/piano (not well) for fun.

PHILOSOPHY

"Our prime purpose in this life is to help others. And if you can't help them, at least don't hurt them." -Dalai Lama

I believe in helping others without expecting anything in return. I'm also a strong believer in the concept of karma; do good in the world and good things will happen to you.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

I'm still new to this site, but I'm trying to find old friends via Facebook. When I move out of my parents' home, hopefully soon, I'll be SURE to host people. I'm also down to meet up for coffee and/or lunch.

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

None, but hopefully that will change this summer.

Interests

My interests include outdoor activities (hiking, running), craft beers and bourbon, cooking, crate digging/vinyl collecting, and going to live shows.

• concerts
• education
• cooking
• beer
• coffee
• running
• shopping
• music
• guitar
• piano
• outdoor activities
• hiking
• teaching

Music, Movies, and Books

Movies: Films by Quentin Tarantino, Films by Wes Anderson, Snatch, Layer Cake, 28 Days Later, Shaun of the Dead, Gladiator, I Love You Man, Role Models, Dinner for Schmucks

Music: Alabama Shakes, Dr. Dog, Passion Pit, Guster, Sigur Rós, Thievery Corporation, Tame Impala, The Beatles, Grateful Dead, Yasiin Bey (formerly known as Mos Def), A Tribe Called Quest, The Roots, Beastie Boys

Books: Down and Out in Paris and London, 1984, On the Road, Americana, Tuesdays with Morrie, The Illustrated Man

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I had the opportunity to live in NYC (Brooklyn) for a year and meet new people, which was one of my bucket list items.

Countries I’ve Visited

Ireland, South Korea, United Kingdom, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States