Hello my name is Tess and I have enjoyed some fantastic couchsurfing experiences. Having someone share their home with you is my favorite way to see a city. I'm a Peace Corps Volunteer in the Atacora region of Benin West Africa. I've got the best playground in Benin, come check it out!

In my free time I run, read, or stomp around in the mountains.

I love traveling and raising hell.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I've always loved coushsurfing! Having someone show you their favorite parts of home and being able to do the same at your place is an amazing exchange. The internet is so dope!

Interests

• running
• drinking
• reading
• music
• hiking
• camping
• trail running
• urban exploration
• good food
• any food
• mediocre food

Music, Movies, and Books

Music: yes please

Movies: I like movies but I'm not super passionate about one or the other

Books: The Hitchhikers Guide, Contact, Cat's Cradle, The House of Spirits, Mountains Beyond Mountains, The Motorcycle Diaries, The Good Earth, Me Talk Pretty One Day, Native Son, The Martian. I enjoy most books :)

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

This question stresses me out and I'm usually amazingly unperturbed.

Teach, Learn, Share

I can juggle three objects moderately successfully and I can teach you to be a mediocre juggler as well.

What I Can Share with Hosts

Good company, some drinks, good food, sometimes chocolate if I haven't eaten it all myself, stories!

Countries I’ve Visited

Argentina, Chile, Denmark, Ghana, Norway, South Africa, Sweden, United Kingdom

Countries I’ve Lived In

Benin, United States