I have traveling for many years. I have lived and worked in Africa, India, Indonesia, and Nepal, and traveled to many other countries. I did community planning when I was younger, now I paint batik in Indonesia every year. Traveling has taught me humility and compassion. I have been gifted with many wonderful friends and adventures. If you want to see my artwork, go to Joanie Mitchell Batik and Digital Art and see the world through my eyes.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I am visiting Europe this summer and although I am staying with friends for most of my trip I will be looking for accommodation for one night in Copenhagen and one night in Olso.

Interests

I love yoga, walking , cycling, horse riding, and my community of awesome friends

• art
• social justice
• communal living
• including sketching my travel

Music, Movies, and Books

Classical folk and world music, memoir, documentaries

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I sailed across the Insian Ocean in a 36ft (eight meters) sailboat.

Teach, Learn, Share

I can share sketching, cooking and conversation

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can help with cooking

Countries I’ve Visited

Belgium, Belize, Canada, Egypt, Ethiopia, France, Germany, Greece, Guatemala, Honduras, Ireland, Israel, Japan, Laos, Lesotho, Malawi, Mexico, Peru, South Africa, Spain, Sudan, Swaziland, Thailand, Uganda, Zimbabwe

Countries I’ve Lived In

India, Indonesia, Kenya, Nepal, Tanzania