Hi there! I'm passionate about learning about different cultures, global issues, and conveying stories through photography, film, and writing to build community. What better way of doing those things than traveling? My passion for these developed immensely during my gap year in Ecuador, during which I lived with a host family in the Andes, apprenticed at an environmental organization dedicated to helping local farmers and protecting natural resources, assisted teaching in a special education school, and got my first taste of travel around the most diverse, welcoming country.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I'm on here to meet new friends and have a more authentic traveling experience by living with locals while making myself useful in any way possible and sharing in good times.

Interests

• writing
• photography
• cycling
• hiking
• computer science
• language exchange
• films
• learning languages
• film
• language
• biking
• creative writing

Music, Movies, and Books

I love it all in terms of music and movies and books.
Some of my all-time favorite movies are: El abrazo de la serpiente, Wall-E, Fight Club, Snatch, Kids, Moonrise Kingdom, and of course Lost In Translation.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Swung on the swing at the edge of the world

What I Can Share with Hosts

Well this is where I wish I had some quantifiable skills... haha.

I wish I could share with you my ability to dance, but I don't have any.

Perhaps the best thing I can share is my willingness to learn! I am doing this a bit selfishly I admit, but I would most like to share my friendliness and hope to share in new friendships!

Countries I’ve Visited

France, Germany, Israel, Palestine, Switzerland

Countries I’ve Lived In

Ecuador, Peru, Spain, United States