After almost 10 years in California, I have moved to Seoul to be an EFL teacher. I spend most of my time working, but I love my job. I try and spend as much of my free time as I can outdoors. I love long hikes, swimming, going to museums and jazz clubs, and exploring the city.

I can be kind of shy at first, but it doesn't take long for me to open up around new people. I love all animals, I'm not a smoker, and on some nights of the week, I enjoy partying responsibly.

I love learning new things! Right now I'm interested in improving my nature photography skills.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

While it is nice to save money while traveling, I think that the greatest reward you get from Couchsurfing is the immersion into the local culture, as well as the bonds you get to form with your hosts. I had my first Couchsurfing experience with my best friend a few years ago in Venice, and I loved it! Our host was very kind, and he took us to places around the city that we most likely would not have seen on our own.

Interests

• animals
• street art
• photography
• cooking
• wine
• coffee
• baking
• yoga
• movies
• reading
• knitting
• live music
• fishing
• hiking
• swimming
• craft beer
• thrift shopping
• art museums
• nature walks

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds, Kate Bush, Nina Simone, Solange, Blood Orange, Erykah Badu, Thin Lizzy, 70's ladies of country, 80's new wave and goth

Books: Another Roadside Attraction, The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier and Clay, Jitterbug Perfume, The Sheltering Sky, Teaching My Mother How to Give Birth, Kingdom of Fear, Angels in America, The Threepenny Opera, A Doll's House, To the Lighthouse

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I do volunteer work as often as I can. I worked at a women's domestic abuse shelter in Boston and at an HIV clinic in San Francisco. Currently, I am working with North Korean refugees and helping them learn English.

Teach, Learn, Share

I enjoy learning in all forms, and I hope to absorb as much of the local culture as I can when I travel.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I would love to cook a meal with you! :) I am a great listener and I love to hear about other people's life experiences.

Countries I’ve Visited

Canada, France, Ireland, Italy, Mexico, South Korea, Spain, United Kingdom, Viet Nam, Virgin Islands, British

Countries I’ve Lived In

South Korea, United Kingdom, United States