My name is not "summerblind" or "summer" - I just have an old CS profile and never changed my username to my actual name because it reminds me of a particular feeling I had when I made this account way back when in 2010! If you request me, please mention my "real" name :) so I know you read through my profile and references.

It's hard to describe myself in a small box but I would say that I am an outgoing-ly shy person. I love art in all forms and am just trying to be a little less embarrassed to express myself every day. Always and forever learning.

“I swear I will never again mention love or death inside a house,
And I swear I will never translate myself at all, only to him or her
who privately stays with me in the open air.”
— "Song of Myself" Walt Whitman

I'm kind of always working on a project. I like making art and giving it away, it's a therapeutic experience. Recently I've been getting into embroidery and fibers (sewing, knitting, etc). I've always been a writer - so lots of that too!

I hold strong convictions. I love to laugh. I can be quite serious and also, not so much. Someone once said that even when I am serious, I am always keen to joke. I am in love with this world and try to see beauty where I can, maybe be able to translate what I see into words. Big fan of the forest, natural bodies of water, interesting smells. Mostly trying to be outside and in the sun.

I don't log on here nearly enough but I do get emails - so definitely try me when looking for a host, cause if I can, I will try to make it work!

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I am on Couchsurfing because the connections you make with fellow travelers/locals is unbeatable. I have met incredible people on Couchsurfing and some of my favorite memories involve the amazing hosts/guests I was lucky to have the chance to meet. This website has given me so many valuable friendships and experiences. I really can't imagine traveling any other way :) I'm on couchsurfing to expand the community I get to experience in this world.

Right now, I'm on couchsurfing to meet people in the cities where I live, to ask questions, or find an adventure buddy!

Interests

poetry, prose, art of all kinds, music, laughing, people, stories, a good cup of coffee, language

• arts
• books
• poetry
• coffee
• traveling
• drawing
• music

Music, Movies, and Books

I love all types of music -- I was well known in Eugene, OR., for my "Country Karaoke" performances. It's cliche but I love everything from the Beatles to Ariana Grande to The Shins to the Fleet Foxes and beyond.
Here are my current repeat plays -- https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2BosSQ77TYbFxvxt3pQymE?si=c5ee1e3a2ca64bd4&pt=9d37523da64aa9227d33b25364d4b2d0

If you want to see what I've read past/present, check out my storygraph --(https://app.thestorygraph.com/profile/shea_reads)

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

In progress :)

What I Can Share with Hosts

I can share words, poetry, prose, anything. I can teach you how to play a drawing game I learned from one of my own surfers called "Consequences." I can find harmonies with you and strum a few chords on a ukulele. I can share my own stories, empathy, a listening and neutral ear. I also know a million random summer camp games and crafts.

I make a mean soup and am always down to bake something. Also, breakfast tacos are life and regular occurrence.

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Dominican Republic, France, Germany, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Mexico, Morocco, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Spain, United Kingdom, United States

Countries I’ve Lived In

Dominican Republic, Spain, United States

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