I'm totally new to couch surfing. I am an extrovert and get my energy from sharing meaningful connections with friends, old and new. I am from the US but I have lived in China and now in Sweden. I've traveled to many countries in Asia, Europe, North America, South America, and Russia. Unfortunately, like a typical American, I only speak English fluently. But I speak some Germany (my mother is from Austria), some Chinese, and little Spanish. I just started learning Swedish.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I'm just now learning what couch surfing is all about, and I believe in karma. Not in its true meaning in terms of reincarnation, but in getting back what you give. I find that the more generous and grateful I am, the better I am able to contribute to others. I would like to host surfers, but I am a poor student and I'm renting a room. Since it is not my apartment, I cannot easily offer a couch. But I hope to one day get more involved in this awesome, sharing community.

Interests

• animals
• writing
• books
• theater
• dancing
• salsa dancing
• cooking
• running
• volunteer work
• camping
• gluten free
• traveling,
• collaborating

Music, Movies, and Books

Books: Shantaram, The Alchemist, Wild Swans, Pride and Prejudice, Not Without My Daughter

Music: Louis Armstrong, Paolo Nutini, David Grey, Ray LeMontagne, Adele, Portishead, The XX, jazz, blues, blue grass, RnB, country, oldies...everything but hard rock

Movies: Everything ranging from dramas to romantic comedies to musicals. I love both The Sound of Music and Amores Perros. What does that say?

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

raft through the Grand Canyon

Teach, Learn, Share

I'm a drama teacher and seeker of wisdom. I strive to teacher, learn, and share in every moment.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I'm a great listener, I'm patient, I'm clean and respectful, I love to cook. I love to make connections with and between people, and I know a lot of people around the world. I can also bring treats from the north like Swedish chocolate and Glögg!

Countries I’ve Lived In

China, Sweden, United States