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Austin, Texas, United States
@LEAH.BOSTWICK
Member since 2012
CURRENT MISSION I do not seek; I find. I'd rather regret the things I've done than regret the things I didn't do. The two most important days in your life are the day you are born and the day you find out why.- Mark Twain My love of traveling started with hitchhiking around Europe, and only grew after cycling, rafting, and teaching abroad. I love to explore new places, make connections with cultures and nature, and find the tastiest traditional vegetarian and vegan-friendly meals around the world. PHILOSOPHY Never let fear keep you from you doing what you want to do.
Interested in Art
Interested in Beer
Fluent in English
2 Vouches
Why I'm on Couchsurfing
Couchsurfing has allowed me to meet tons of amazing people from all over the world and connect in such a personal way. I like to live my life with a 'pay it forward' kind of outlook. I just moved to Beirut so I won't be the best tour guide; rather, we can explore new places together.
Music, Movies, and Books
Les Miserables, A Thousand Splendid Suns, The Kite Runner, The Book Thief, Revolutionary Road, We, 1984, anything by F.Scott Fitzgerald, The Bridges of Madison County, The Catcher in the Rye, Beat Generation novels; anything that will give me an interesting perspective or that simply tells an amazing story!
One Amazing Thing I've Done
I went to Poland to teach English for two weeks. I ended up missing my flight and staying an extra week, hitch hiking across three countries with a British guy I met in Poland. I flew back to America and, after about four days, quit my job, left my apartment and all of my friends and family. I returned to Europe to continue hitch hiking with one of the best people I've ever met, and have been happier than I ever thought possible. We cycled across Europe on $35 bikes, then built a raft and sailed down the Danube River for 271 km before being forced to stop by the police. I love being outside and traveling as eco-friendly as possible when I can!
What I Can Share With Hosts
English, yoga, crazy stories, and some kick-ass vegetarian/vegan homecooking
My Interests
Anything new- no matter how small/simple- can make your life engaging and fascinating. Standing on the side of a road with letters written on a piece of cardboard was one of the most enjoyable experiences that I've ever had. Apart from traveling- and saying "yes" more"- I enjoy yoga, art,trying new cuisine,sport, hiking, and any activity that pushes the body or soul. When you stop pushing yourself, you fall into a mundane routine and lose the spark that we all have deep down.
