CURRENT MISSION

To learn to be a creator and innovator in any country or language.

ABOUT ME

I grew up in a small town in Kansas. I found myself living in California for a short time but at the end of that time, I just couldn't bring myself to leave. I've been here ever since. I have a job that I love and that allows me to travel for long chunks during the year. I am a bit nomadic but it is a dream to one day be stationary long enough to host friends and surfers! Well, kind of, but for now I am having too much fun being transient and finding different places to visit and stay while I am not working. I love meeting people, especially those with different interests and backgrounds than myself and am always down for a rally and adventure. Literally, always.

PHILOSOPHY

What will be, will be.

Or "que será, será" if you are reading my tattoo. (I studied Spanish in college.)

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

After signing up, my solo adventures were put on hold as I finished school and spent my time traveling through my university. I am hoping to get more active!

Interests

Biking, hiking, photography, camping, backpacking, ANYTHING outdoors, reading (I'm a total book nerd), social crisis awareness, missions

• books
• photography
• reading
• traveling
• outdoor activities
• cycling
• hiking
• backpacking
• camping
• mountains

Music, Movies, and Books

Amelie, The Catcher in the Rye, The Book Thief, Choice Theory, and any music that inspires me to dance.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

As I was backpacking through the Andes mountains in Peru, seeing the lifestyle of the locals was simultaneously the most heart breaking and fulfilling experience. I was filled with sadness for all they didn't have while being hit with the reality that they didn't need it to find happiness. That is a pivotal moment in my life that has changed my perspective forever and I am grateful for the opportunity to have witnessed it.

Teach, Learn, Share

I love to make art in any form. I might not be good at it but I am not afraid to be a beginner. I am always up for creating SOMETHING and will share my supplies with anyone that is excited to create. I especially love creating custom cards using watercolors, markers, pencils, etc. and writing letters to those I love.

Let's make something together.

Countries I’ve Visited

Bahamas, Belize, France, Kenya, Mexico, Peru, Spain, Switzerland, Tanzania

Countries I’ve Lived In

Mexico, United States