CURRENT MISSION

Trying to LIVE in great, big, capital letters.

ABOUT ME

I've heard I'm a "stunning conversationalist," which I think means that I like to get into deep, philosophical discussions in dive bars.

PHILOSOPHY

"Fashion your life as a garland of beautiful deeds." - Buddha

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

I'd like to both couch surf and host, but I've only hosted.

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

I've really enjoyed the opportunity to talk with so many vibrant people, even if we haven't quite shared a language.

Interests

I like to listen to people's stories and ask them questions about their lives. I love an adventure, whether it's doing something stupid like drunk karaoke or going for a hike in the wilderness. I love to laugh, and try to surround myself with reasons to do so. I am an uber-nerd who loves to learn, and you'll frequently find learning-based podcasts blaring from the speakers of my car... that, or NPR.

• fashion
• drinking
• podcasts
• karaoke
• hiking
• teaching

Music, Movies, and Books

Authors: Junot Diaz, Sherman Alexie, David Sedaris
Music: Bright Eyes, Frightened Rabbit, Brand New
Movies: American Beauty, Pulp Fiction, Robin Hood: Men in Tights

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I've literally walked up through a stairstep waterfall.

Teach, Learn, Share

I'm an English teacher; I can definitely help you with your grasp of similes, metaphors, and hyperbole.