Hello there!
I've lived in Chicago my whole life. My parents are both from Mexico . After losing my younger brother I started traveling frequently as it had become part of my healing journey. I think it is a sign of respect to learn about the history and culture of wherever one is traveling. I like to think of myself as kind and have been described as creative and easy going. I'm up for many different kinds of adventures and activities.

I didn’t think I had to say this but : This is not a dating app! I don’t want to date anyone, I’m not looking to hook up, please don’t try to change my mind, that is extremely inappropriate. If you’re looking for a hook up then go on tinder!! Please stay away if you’re on here to try and pick up girls.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I started on Couchsurfing because I planned a trip to Ireland with a friend and was reccommended the site . I also feel like being able to be welcomed in homes of people from the area will be a different, more fulfilling experience than checking in somewhere with a bunch of other tourists. I hope to travel more in the coming years and hope this site will help make that possible by keeping my expenses low. I also want to be able open up my home when I am not traveling and share my culture and knowledge with travelers from around the world. I always welcome advice on how I can be a better host or guest.

Interests

• arts
• street art
• cooking
• hiking
• psychology
• nature
• film
• biking
• cookies

Music, Movies, and Books

Too many to name. I have a highly eclectic taste in music, movies, and books.l enjoy science fiction books and movies as well as documentaries and based- on -a -true- story type of things. I enjoy contemporary worldwide cinema and a good documentary . Listen to a lot of music and always have a song for every mood. I love jazz and old school rock and roll (I actually got to be a part of Fats Domino’s second line funeral in New Orleans) and hip-hop (mostly music of my many talented friends). I have a soft spot for reggaeton and enjoy listening to film soundtracks and pay close attention to the soundtrack of a film.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Travel wise: swam with whale sharks off the coast of Mexico
In general: I’ve been a part of some really great policy changes to make schools more accepting/safe for LGBTQ students in Chicago. For this and other policy advocacy I actually received a 30 under 30 award at 19

What I Can Share with Hosts

I love to cook, dance, and can teach either as well as share some good company. I am fluent in Spanish if you would like to practice with someone. Learning French if you would like to practice speaking

Countries I’ve Visited

Ireland, Mexico, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States