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Overview

  • 6 references 3 Confirmed & Positive
  • Fluent in English; learning Sign Language - American, Spanish
  • 38, Female
  • Member since 2013
  • Life
  • Seeking my degree in Awesome- Study in the universe
  • From San Diego, CA, USA
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About Me

CURRENT MISSION

Experience life outside of my norm, meet all types of people and learn as much as I can.

ABOUT ME

I love people and all their wondrous ways. I find the world and us silly humans fascinating. You'll find that I am very accepting and adaptable to many environments. If I am uncomfortable I search for why, and try to change my perspective so that I can see yours. In this way I am always growing and learning and loving it! In the meantime, I am looking to have the most fun a human being can have!

Disclaimers:
Foxtrot Delta Tango
Atheist
🏳️‍🌈open to all

PHILOSOPHY

All I know, is that I know nothing.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

So, far I have just couchsurfed on this site after living in a coop over 10 years ago. I loved having a full home that always had new traveling guests. We would often have people stay with us as guests for hours, days, weeks, or even months at a time. We had alot of rules to follow in the house, but they all fall under the basic premise of "Leave it cleaner than you found it." This way we can always leave a clean space for the next person. In this way, even though I have not technically "hosted" a Couch surfer, I have hosted many friends and strangers who became friends in my house. I have downsized since moving to San Diego but miss the energy of the space and decided to get back on couch surfing recently. I am looking forward to making new friends!

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

When I was in my 20s I couch surfed in Vietnam, Thailand, Bali, New Zealand and unofficially in San Diego, CA, and El Paso,TX (USA). I've met some amazing friends along the way and have had some unforgettable experiences and friendships. Recently trying this again since my partner and I are traveling and would like to meet amazing people as we go! Looking forward to the next adventure. <3

Interests

It’s an endless list, but it all comes down to experiencing the richness of life while I can and contributing to others beautiful experiences.

  • arts
  • culture
  • books
  • concerts
  • festivals
  • dancing
  • environment
  • human rights
  • dining
  • cooking
  • wine
  • cheese
  • coffee
  • walking
  • gardening
  • reading
  • traveling
  • painting
  • music
  • live music
  • hiking
  • backpacking
  • camping
  • swimming
  • engineering
  • adventure travel
  • beaches
  • food
  • friendship
  • ocean
  • exploring
  • conversations
  • new experiences
  • meeting new people
  • games
  • laughter
  • hanging out
  • equality
  • spontaneity
  • lgbtq+
  • open minded people
  • queer culture

Music, Movies, and Books

Everything (almost). Lately I have been into fantasy smut as a break from all of my non-fiction. I Love all music I can feel in my soul.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

-Finding a small beautiful beach in Puerto Escondido and swimming during a hot thunderstorm.
-Walking through the steep hills in Taxco, Mexico and enjoying the view of the city while Riding the Zip Line between mountains.
- My first Surfing experience in San Blas and riding the tiny waves.
-Hiking through the brush to a small hidden lake in Tahoe and jumping in the icy cold water. Whoo!
-Enjoying a Pearl Jam Concert in Argentina
-Singing Kareoke in Hue with Vietnamese woman who hosted us and her friends.
-Seeing the passion and love a woman used to save herds of elephants in Chiang Mai and getting an inspirational bamboo tattoo.
-Drinking Aarack with the local friends in Bali and going up the treacherous steep sandy path out of the only white sand beach on my motorbike.
-Meeting some heart-warmingly friendly people on New Zealand and seeing such beautiful land.
- Kayaking in Isla de Vieques through bioluminescent plankton.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Let’s share stories, warm conversation, adventure and friendship. I can take you out for a meal or cook as a thank you for your hospitality. I’ll treat your home with respect and do my best to make our presence an enjoyable experience for you.

Countries I’ve Visited

Argentina, Indonesia, Mexico, New Zealand, Thailand, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States

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