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Overview

  • 1 reference
  • Fluent in English, French; learning German
  • 41, Female
  • Member since 2019
  • Artist and Teacher
  • 2 Bachelors, 1 Masters
  • From Columbia, SC, USA
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About Me

HI! I'm an actor and teaching artist. I'm American, but I live in Strasbourg, France right now. I'm new to Couchsurfing, but I was an Air BnB host for several years while I was in graduate school (happy to share that profile since I’m so new here), and I loved that experience. I enjoy meeting people from different backgrounds and learning from them. I’m still in contact with a few guests I really connected with.

Before living in Strasbourg I lived in Washington, DC. I've also lived in South Carolina, Atlanta, and traveled extensively for work.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

Honesty is good, right? I think so. My husband and I misunderstood the impenetrable maze of French immigration policy and it turns I do, after all, have to come back to Washington, DC to finalize a visa. I'm looking at this as a great opportunity to eat some American food. It will be the most expensive Shake Shack ever. :)

My partner and I live in Strasbourg, a very central part of Europe, and I’d like for Couchsurfing to become a thing for us.

Interests

Theatre and politics. Dance. Food.

  • cooking
  • cocktails
  • politics
  • music
  • food
  • theatre
  • foodie
  • artist
  • musical theatre

Music, Movies, and Books

Neko Case, Ted Leo, Sufjan Stevens, Iron & Wine, Susto, Valley Maker, opera, Gavin Byars, English choral music.

Je suis ouvert. :) I like lots of genres.

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

I have a certification in stage combat (see photo). I’ve rappelled onstage. I’ve done a play in 4.5’ of water.

Teach, Learn, Share

I like to learn! One thing I’ve always wanted to do is play the drums.

What I Can Share with Hosts

I am a great cook. Want to know how to make some Southern American food? I'm your girl.

I play the piano, and can sing harmony. Want to jam?

We can speak French together. I’m at an intermediate level.

Countries I’ve Visited

France, Germany, Greece, Italy

Countries I’ve Lived In

France, United States

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