I'm originally from Chicago, but am currently living in the San Francisco Bay area. I'm an engineer/designer and I love building and fixing things. I play guitar and sing and have been in bands that play music from punk to folk to ska to metal. I really want to start a TV theme song cover band!
I'm usually bad at making plans ahead of time and I prefer to just go with what feels fun at the time. I'm perfectly comfortable to go adventuring alone, but it's always nicer to have people to share in the fun. I'd rather stay up all night than wake up early.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I just want to meet fun an interesting people! Everyone has a story to tell, and meeting people from a different place can always lead to a good conversation.

Interests

I like building and fixing things, especially musical instruments, amplifiers, and effects pedals. I also like playing music and singing (let me know anytime you want to sing karaoke!!)
I love trying new foods in new places. I'm not much of a cook, but I really like making meals with a group of friends.
I'm also down to dance anywhere and anytime!
And I love spending time outdoors. Hiking, running, and playing in water are always a good time.

• singing
• design
• dancing
• cooking
• yoga
• running
• shopping
• tv
• socializing
• coding
• music
• guitar
• karaoke
• outdoor activities
• hiking
• kite surfing
• surfing
• skydiving
• hang gliding
• engineering
• mathematics

Music, Movies, and Books

Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory is my favorite movie of all time!

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I can beat Contra for the original Nintendo without using the Konami Code (you know 'up up down down left right left right B A B A Start') and without losing a single life!

Also, I'm always down to try something fun and new. Over the last couple years, I've gone skydiving (indoor and outdoor), kite surfing, hang gliding, trapeze, hip hop dancing, hot yoga and loved them all!

Teach, Learn, Share

I recently worked as a teaching assistant in the Stanford machine shop (the Product Realization Lab) where I ran the sand casting foundry. I love talking through ideas and helping people figure out how to actually make something that's been in their head for a long time.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Music, stories, fixing things, reaching really high, and help with math homework. I'm also down to try new things, so if you're looking for an adventure partner I'm in!

Countries I’ve Visited

Canada, China, Germany, Iceland, Netherlands, South Korea, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States