I am a recent college grad living the millennial/twentysomething life just searching for meaningful work while actually working as a server. In my search for that ever elusive meaningful work, I dabble in teaching teens the wonderful ways of feminism and as a refugee resettlement intern. I dance for a Chicago modern dance company and am a founder of a collaborative movement/performance/dance collective. When not dancing or slinging steaks (though I myself am a vegetarian), I enjoy a hearty political discussion and spicy improvisational cooking. I grew up in the Appalachians and have a (healthy) obsession with mountains and a fascination with folk culture.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

My most vivid and distinguished memories come from the moments I have had with the people I have met on my travels and I am looking for exchanges with like and differently minded people. I want to participate in a platform such as this that expands the accessibility of travel for myself and everyone.

Interests

Dance (modern, post-modern, African, butoh, contra, salsa, and any new form you can teach me),
reading, politics, environmentalism (particularly reading about politics and environmentalism),
cooking, baking, sitting in the sun, in a park or on a mountain, silly word play,
and of course,
traveling.

• arts
• culture
• performing arts
• dancing
• womens rights
• cooking
• baking
• vegetarian
• politics
• reading
• traveling
• mountains

Music, Movies, and Books

Books and short stories by Dave Eggers, Kurt Vonnegut
Folk and bluegrass
V for Vendetta, Pride and Prejudice

Teach, Learn, Share

I can share the joys of Chicago particularly its abundance of awesome art.
I always love an opportunity to practice or learn a new language.
I have a pretty boss spice collection and am always happy to share a cooking and eating extravaganza.

What I Can Share with Hosts

A (bordering on fanatic) sense of cleanliness and organization and excellent conversation.

Countries I’ve Visited

Chile, Ghana, Guatemala, India, Mexico

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States