I am easygoing and drama-free. I like to dance in my kitchen, but I may be too shy to dance in yours! I don't snore. I'll write you a personalized poem if you want. I feel pretty at ease around new people. I'm drug-free. Nonsmoker.

While I'm new to the Couchsurfing website, I have been very grateful to many generous strangers with couches or guest rooms a lot during my travels.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I like to travel and meet people, and my budget is tight. I like to welcome people and introduce them to new places.

Interests

Thumbs up to checking out theater/street performers.
Conversations with old and new friends.

• theater
• dancing
• cooking
• breakfast
• coach
• drinking
• traveling
• socializing

Music, Movies, and Books

I really like to read. The Great Gatsby, of course. I recently listened to Of Mice and Men (It's free on youtube!) and I gasped aloud in parts. It was so sad. I like Mumford and Sons and lately have been checking out Rilo Kiley. I like Charlie Kaufman's movies like Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I taught ESL abroad for a short while. I used to help coach a high school speech team. I went to a taping of the Price Is Right--in the studio audience, you can see all my big, dramatic facial expressions.

Teach, Learn, Share

“Be soft. Do not let the world make you hard. Do not let the pain make you hate. Do not let the bitterness steal your sweetness. Take pride that even though the rest of the world may disagree, you still believe it to be a beautiful place.” Kurt Vonnegut

What I Can Share with Hosts

I am friendly and flexible. I'm respectful. I don't drink much or cause a ruckus.

For guests I might host, I have a couch. I'm not much of a cook, but for breakfast I can make you some killer toast.

Countries I’ve Visited

France, Ireland