I am ever hopeful. I *love* firsts. I love hosting friends and meeting new people. It's especially fun to host first-timers (to my city) and attempt to provide them a bit of insight to places and spaces s/he may appreciate. Always happy to offer tips, and desire to care well for the people I encounter.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I have a couch and I've recently discovered Portland is wonderful.

Interests

• writing
• baking
• reading
• live music
• hiking
• swimming
• wine tourism
• travel
• food
• exploring

Music, Movies, and Books

East of Eden; The God of Small Things; The Brothers K (by DJD); A Severe Mercy

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Forgiven.

Countries I’ve Visited

Bahamas, Belgium, Canada, Czech Republic, Denmark, England, France, Germany, Ireland, Mexico, Netherlands, Panama, Portugal, Scotland, Spain

Countries I’ve Lived In

United States