CURRENT MISSION

to experience as much of the world as possible, with Xi'an, China, as my launching pad for the next year

PHILOSOPHY

Life is good.

Adventures are good.

Nothing is worth regretting if you learn from it and use it to make things better.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

COUCHSURFING EXPERIENCE

I haven't surfed or hosted yet, but I have only heard good things from people who have and am excited to get started.

Interests

architecture, environmentalism, art, great conversations

• arts
• architecture

Music, Movies, and Books

Favorite band: Tegan and Sara
Close seconds: The Mountain Goats, Laura Veirs, The Arcade Fire, Architecture in Helsinki, and lots more
Current favorite music video that you should look up on YouTube: Konichiwa Bitches by Robyn

People who have written my favorite books: Michael Chabon, Dave Eggers, Neil Gaiman, Jasper Fforde, Audrey Niffenegger, Dr. Seuss, Roald Dahl, Madeline L'Engle
Favorite periodical: McSweeney's Quarterly Concern

Countries I’ve Visited

China, France, United Kingdom

Countries I’ve Lived In

China, Italy, United States