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Overview

  • 1 reference
  • Fluent in English; learning French
  • 40, Female
  • Member since 2011
  • Teaching
  • Bachelor Fine Arts (Painting), a Diploma of Education, cu...
  • From Melbourne, Australia
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About Me

CURRENT MISSION

To make the most of life!

ABOUT ME

I am a 27 year old teacher about to set off on a 1 year adventure in the US and Europe. I am friendly, open minded and love meeting new people. I'm keen to get a true taste of how life is in the countries that I visit. I'm very excited about meeting travelers and locals up for fun and enriching experiences.

PHILOSOPHY

To be the best person that I can be without taking myself too seriously. To be open minded and take risks whilst being true to myself. I believe in learning through others and forcing oneself outside of one's comfort zone. I also believe in the importance of enjoying the simple things in life.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

HOW I PARTICIPATE IN COUCHSURFING

I am brand new to couch surfing but have heard very inspiring stories from others. At this stage I'm looking to surf, but equally look forward to the chance to be a host upon returning to Australia!

Interests

I enjoy many things. Some include: viewing and discussing films, seeing live music, dancing, tasty food, coffee, a good conversation, the outdoors (cycling, bush walking), laughing, making and viewing art, long days on the beach, being pleasantly surprised, connecting with people in unexpected ways..

  • arts
  • dancing
  • dining
  • coffee
  • walking
  • movies
  • music
  • live music
  • outdoor activities
  • cycling
  • surfing
  • teaching
  • beaches

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: Grizzly Bear, Portishead, Cocorosie, Massive Attack, Beirut, Outkast, Radiohead, Elliot Smith, Alexander Ebert, Tame Impala..
Movies: I Heart Huckabees, Betty Blue, No Country for Old Men, A Serious Man, White Ribbon..
TV: The Office, It Crowd, The Sopranos, Twin Peaks..
Artists: Gary Hume, Arturo Herrera, Jonathan Lasker..
Books: Crime and Punishment, The Picture of Dorian Gray, White Teeth, Perfume..

Teach, Learn, Share

I can share with you who I am and what I enjoy and hopefully that strikes a chord with you! On a more practical note, I'd love to help out with English language skills (if English isn't your first language) or maybe even some French (it's not perfect but I'm working on it).

Countries I’ve Visited

Cambodia, France, Germany, Israel, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, Thailand, Viet Nam

Countries I’ve Lived In

Australia, France

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