Currently living in Madison, which is the capital of WI. I am finishing my Master's in Social Work from the U of Wisconsin. I am hoping to become a school social worker and work at a high school.

Right now, I live in an eight person cooperative house, which is part of a larger network of co-op housing in Madison. I like to surround myself with others who are thoughtful, inquisitive, and who are able to enjoy the small things in life. I appreciate nature and have more recently have been learning how to small farm. I have a strong interest in social justice and helping create a more equitable society.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

I started Couchsurfing in Europe in 2012 and became hooked! I love that it has allowed me to meet local people and learn about other ways of life. It forces us to be vulnerable and trust others in different ways that I think can lead to wonderful experiences.

I have hosted many surfers here in the U.S. I've met all types from balloon artists to documentary makers. Often, I am reminded that it's possible to take chances and follow your crazy ideas. I love meeting interesting people who I would never meet otherwise.

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

Interests

• documentaries
• concerts
• dancing
• cooking
• reading
• traveling
• podcasts
• hiking
• cooperative living
• reading books
• conversation
• farming

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Hiking along the Mediterranean in Turkey

Teach, Learn, Share

Teach: Cooking, cooperative living, social policy stuff (really exciting)

Learn: I am always interested in learning about new things. Pretty open to anything, as long as it is not gory.

Share: Recipes, what life is WI is all about, music, thoughts

What I Can Share with Hosts

FOOD!!! I love cooking and sharing meals with others. Empathetic listening. I care about what you have to say, please share!

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Canada, Germany, Hong Kong, Mexico, Netherlands, Slovakia, Spain, Switzerland, Thailand, Turkey, United Kingdom

Countries I’ve Lived In

Germany, United States