I’m from Portland but lived in Amsterdam, New Zealand, Calgary, Hawaii, Manchester, Bali, Athens, and Santa Cruz. I’m a physical therapist, dancer, and lover of animals. I love the idea of couchsurfing, especially the community it creates. A bottle of wine and a few good stories is often the beginning of a beautiful friendship.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

It's one of the best ideas ever. I used it years ago a few times and love how it connects people.

Interests

Dancing, frisbee, swimming, philosophy, comedy, music, scuba, free diving, traveling, reading.

• dancing
• wine
• beer
• running
• movies
• reading
• traveling
• music
• scuba diving
• swimming
• teaching

Music, Movies, and Books

Music - blues, dnb, and everything in between. Movies - princess bride. Books - how to win friends and influence people, and the omnivores dilemma, braiding sweet grass, the prophet, outlander.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

Scuba dived in a 107 ft cenote in Mexico, got narqued, and pretended to dive off a branch underwater.

Teach, Learn, Share

I've been a west coast swing dance teacher for over 10 years and always love to share my love of dancing. I'd like to practice my spanish and french but I'm often too timid..

What I Can Share with Hosts

I’ve got lots of stories from all my world travels. I also happy to prepare a meal or go on a hike if you’d like.

Countries I’ve Visited

Belize, Canada, Cuba, England, France, Germany, Guatemala, Mexico, Monaco, Norway, Spain

Countries I’ve Lived In

Netherlands, United States